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Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn

Cottage in Custer with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Children play on the lawn.
Property grounds
Firepit. Camp chairs in the garage.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Stockade Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Custer State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Sylvan Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪82 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn

* 3 bedroom with Mini split air
* 1 King bedroom with bathroom/shower
* 1 Queen bedroom
* Bedroom with double bunk beds (4 beds)
* Additional bathroom with shower/bath
* Washer/dryer
* Two car garage
* Fiber optic WiFi
* 2 Flat Screen TV's with DVD setup
* Kitchen and standard appliances
* Microwave and toaster
* Fire Pit and roasting sticks
* Spacious yard with creek in the pasture
* Outdoor gas grill and Blackstone
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Take trash to the green bins by the road
Text 605 440 0773 and let me know you have left The Red Inn
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this cottage is in a rural area. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Stockade Lake - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Custer State Park - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 19 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 20 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 26 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Stockade Lake and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from French Creek. Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful part of the country

Very clean, well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a wonderful and beautiful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful family escape

We recently stayed here with extended family as we explored the Black Hills and this spot was just heavenly. The house was fully stocked and had plenty of space on the inside, and there was a large yard, fire pit, and even some nearby farm animals to keep our family entertained outside. The location to Custer and tourist attractions was perfect. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short getaway

Nice area, close to alot but out of the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben and Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kids loved it

Great family stay on our trip to Mount Rushmore and Custer. The kids loved the property. The house was clean and comfortable. Had what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Lodging

The Little Red Inn is a perfect place to have a large group of family stay and be very comfortable! My brothers and their adult children came for my mom’s 80th birthday celebration. The cabin was close to town, very clean and comfortable! We had a great time making s’mores at the fire pit a few nights. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will not disappoint

Lovely little home and the property is in a great location. Close to Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Monument. Deer visit every night, and we even were visited by wild turkeys. Down town Custer is very close. Grocery store will have everything you need. Local restaurants are very good. Don't miss out on the breakfast at Dakota Cowboy just a little out of town. We ate there the morning we left for home. The home was just perfect for our family of four. Our boys loved the yard, fire pit and the pretty cows that were right there by the home. We only ate breakfast at the home during our stay, however, this kitchen will have everything you need for each meal. They do offer a grill and a flat top grill that are stored in the garage. There is no central AC, however, with so much to do and see we were not home during the day. We would get home each evening around 7... open the windows with the ceiling fans on and the house cools down very quickly. The windows have wonderful little cranks on them, so quaint. Tons of windows for the view of the yard and the rocks out the side door. Our boys slept well in the bottom bunks, and we slept well in the king master bed. The bed has def. indentions and you sink pretty far in, but we still slept well. Leave the bathroom window by the sink cranked open a tad with the cool SD air blowing in.. heaven! If you are traveling with anyone that has even slight mobility issues just be aware that the front deck to get into the home doesn't have railings on the steps. It would be a little precarious for anyone with issues walking up steps. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, beautiful property, very clean. We are runners and gravel cyclists and loved the area for that. We played games in the big yard and had a few outdoor fires in the fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed everything about our visit!

We enjoyed everything about our stay! Quiet and peaceful, but close to everything we wanted to do! The house was clean and well stocked. Beds were comfy and bathrooms spacious! The host was excellent with great communication. Our kids enjoyed the large yard to run around in and spotting local wildlife. Highly recommend and would stay here again if ever in the area! Thank you for a memorable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

Perfect little house just a few miles from town. Easy short drive into town for food/supplies, but far enough out you have space and privacy. Large yard for kids to run around in and have a fire. Very easy check in, and communication with the host was quick and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Property

It was the perfect property for peace, quiet and relaxation with the family! Super close to Custer for access to an last minute amenities. Really great location as ‘home-base’ with convenient access to all the great parks and hiking SD has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Amazing location, beautiful area, great property for our family, and a gracious host. Our family was blessed by this host and property experience. I'd highly recommend to anyone! We'll be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Base for Black Hills Travel

Everything was great! The house was nice and clean, conveniently located, and best of all was the amazing host. Thanks
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Such a nice place with plenty of room for family/friends. Will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abby L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Black Hills Beauty

Location was great for access to all the Black Hills sites. Quiet, beautiful location. Great space to relax. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting, right by Custer park and scenic drives

Great setting and check in and out. Well-equipped kitchen and lots of room. Master bed seemed to sag a little and freezer sometimes didn’t seal well. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We loved the cabin- couldn’t have asked for a better location! Everything was really easy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene getaway

Great place to stay and relax. Nice and quiet, but close to Custer if you need any supplies. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ashley c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous property!

Loved the fire pit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Paula T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SD Trip

The house was very clean and many amenities were provided. There was plenty of space for our two families to sleep. The bunkbed room was a favorite of our kids! The location was central to many of the activities we were looking forward to doing. The area around the house was nice and quiet and had plenty of space for the kids to run around and play. There were a few issues however. The internet was very slow and one of the tv's was not working. The beds had very uncomfortable and very used mattresses. There was also no dishwasher which was unexpected. Overall the house worked for our short trip, but would probably look for another VRBO in the area in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dirk B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Great location for all things Black Hills. Enjoyed the area and the place was perfect for us. Spotless in terms of cleanliness, wildlife all around and open area air outside with no one around.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Srinivasan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property in ideal surrounding

We stayed here during the labor day weekend of 2021 for 3 nights. The location was very nice, convenient and peaceful. Surrounded by wildlife. Deer in the front yard every evening and howl of the wolves at a distance. The property itself shows age, but it is presented very well w/ clean kitchen, bath and bedrooms. Just as we checked in, we were told that the dryer had stopped working and a new one wasn't going to be installed until we checked out. So, we used the clothesline in the backyard on day 1. Much to our surprise, while we were gone, a new dryer had been installed, which we used the second day onward. This showed us that the owner cares very much about living up to the expectations she set. A+ We enjoyed the fire pit in the yard. Everything was very peaceful and convenient. I highly recommend this property and any other property from Joy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mitch K., Sioux Falls, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay near Custer

Very cool location, comfortable beds. Grills were handy for cooking out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovey home base for black hills adventures

We spent a week in this cute little red house and had a wonderful time. The layout was super convenient for us and our two friends. We used the well-supplied kitchen every day and enjoyed the grill and fire pit. The beds were plush and comfy. It’s not fancy and a little worn but it had everything we needed. Our favorite part was the welcome crew of cows in the front pasture that we visited with every day. We also saw turkeys, great blue herons and deer cross the yard and heard many coyote at night. The property was so quiet and backs up to a nature area with nearby trails if you wanted to take a days rest from the numerous amazing state and national park adventures nearby. Star gazing was a little though with the security light right behind the house. We also loved eating on the convertible picnic table on the front porch to enjoy the view of the nearby rock formations. Just a wonderful spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This was a great place with plenty of room for everyone. Big spacious yard with fire pit to enjoy the cool evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Matt Brown and Joy Falkenburg

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Dr. Joy and her husband, Matt have lived in the Black Hills since 1999. Joy is originally from a ranch south of Custer. In 2013, they purchased the Little Red Inn and opened it for use as a vacation home the following year. They live down the road from the Inn next to Custer State Park with their family and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the Black Hills. Joy works at the local clinic. They know the area well and can help answer any questions. Joy travels extensively and stays in short term rentals. She understands that hat makes stays comfortable, unique and memorable.

Why they chose this property

We live just down the road from the Little Red Inn. It is in a beautiful location and is close enough to both Custer and Custer State Park to be the perfect spot for people who are visiting the Hills. There is a nice creek running thru the pasture and Joy runs her cattle there occasionally . The granite outcroppings east of Custer and Calamity Peak are just across the road from the Little Red Inn. Hiking and mountain biking surround the Red Inn. At night it is quiet. There is a large, green space to play and explore and a firepit for the evenings. Calamity Peak is one of the most photographed granite peaks in the Hills and it is right across the road.
It is fantastic in any season. The snow falling on the granite outcroppings is incredibly beautiful and the green grass and quietness of the Hills are soothing.
I love the two areas of the house where adults can sit and visit but kids could watch TV at night in the lower level. I like to be able to visit with my family when I travel and put kids to bed if need be. Also, kids need a space to run and play. This offers a safe place for them to play and enjoy the outdoors. It’s nice to be able to do laundry and stretch out on the deck after a day of sight seeing.

What makes this property unique

A true Black Hills Experience. Enjoy the night air around the firepit. During the day, go see the sights.

Languages:

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