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Grandma's House in the Woods, 3/4 mile to Custer

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A two-story house with a covered porch, a large window, and a chimney.
Private kitchen
A covered porch with a wooden ceiling and white railing, overlooking a grassy yard with trees and a swing set.
Room
A park with a large tree, a wooden fence, and a birdhouse.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, French Creek Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Way Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Custer State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Proposed 3rd Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Grandma's House in the Woods, 3/4 mile to Custer

Grandma's is my folks retirement home just south of Custer, a converted pole barn on five wooded acres, wrapped by another 5 acres of wooded County easements. Plenty of parking for trailers and toys, one 50 amp RV hookup adjacent to house. Quiet subdivision road provides a nice place for an evening walk, or you can stroll down to the golf course. Easy access just off the highway, about two blocks of smooth dirt road, and one garage bay available for parking in case of hail. A large front porch for sitting and relaxing and for watching the deer, birds, turkeys, and cottontails, or just sitting with your morning coffee or afternoon cold drink. Weber gas grill on front porch. Side patio on south side of house. Sleeps up to 8, dog friendly. High speed fiber optic internet, bedroom AC units, full kitchen, commercial W/D, lower level handicap accessible including main bathroom and master bedroom. Minutes to Custer State Park, Crazy Horse, Mt. Rushmore, Mickelson Trail just across the highway. One mile to restaurants, shopping and gifts, pharmacy, grocery store, service stations. Trail rides, fishing, boating, hiking, helicopter rides, and adventure vehicle rentals and bicycles close by. Property backs up to Rocky Knolls, our local municipal 9-hole golf course. Lots of room for croquet or badminton. Game table in loft. **(NOTE: I'm currently residing in my tiny home/camper at NE corner of property while repairs from the winter wind and hail storms is ongoing, and while addition of upstairs 3rd bathroom and other major property projects are being completed. For 2026-2027 season, second bathroom is located a few steps into the garage and labeled "Outhouse." Construction is halted during summer season. My quarters are arranged for total guest privacy so you have complete run of the property, I can't see or hear you, I value my privacy too! I'm a commercial driver and am often away from home. If it's necessary to water porch plants or maintain yard areas, or for my petsitter to stop by, etc., I'll let you know in advance and/or ask your permission. I try to schedule any visit when guests are out touring for the day. I do NOT enter the house unless the guest asks me to do so.)**

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
May be subject to neighborhood approval.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Contact owner for any exceptional needs.
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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
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Pile used towels in front of the washer, leave the bedding in place as is. You’re on vacay! ;)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2848782vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: May be subject to neighborhood approval.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this holiday home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. 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 Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • French Creek Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Way Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Custer State Park - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 15 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪VFW Post #3442 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grandma's House in the Woods, 3/4 mile to Custer pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Grandma's House in the Woods, 3/4 mile to Custer?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grandma's House in the Woods, 3/4 mile to Custer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grandma's House in the Woods, 3/4 mile to Custer?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grandma's House in the Woods, 3/4 mile to Custer located?

Situated in Custer, this golf holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from French Creek Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Black Hills National Forest. Big Rock Park and Way Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Diane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property, very suitable for bikers as well with ample garage space for several bikes. We grilled every night on a very nice BBQ grill provided as well. We have booked for another vacation later in the year !!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grandmas house is the perfect place to stay on your trip to Mount Rushmore and all the attractions in the area. Prime location. The house was perfect and comfortable. I did have issues with checking in but that was not the fault of the host or the place. The host was very attentive and made sure we were comfortable. We will definitely stay there again on our return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a delightful stay at Grandma's House in the Woods. The check-in and check-out process was smooth. The home was clean and comfortable. The owner replied quickly to any questions that we had and had a repair person on the property the same day to fix one small problem with the internet connection. She contacted me about one item I left at the home, and made arrangements to mail it to me. We enjoyed the amenities and the location was lovely outside of town in the ponderosa pine forest. Would highly recommend to other guests considering a stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. We had a restful vacation. Loved the private location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celeste Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved staying here! The property was beautiful and we liked spending the nights out on the porch. The kitchen and bathrooms were very well stocked and had everything we needed! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped kitchen, nice location, attentive host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying at Grandma’s. It’s a great location just a short distance from town. All the amenities are as advertised and Vicki is a very responsive host. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzelle J.

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

Return visit!

We already have reservations here for the next time we’re in Custer. Really nice place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice place with everything we needed. A great yard and wooded area for walking with my dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay at this conveniently located property. The kitchen was very well stocked and we had fun watching the deer and bunnies in the yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean place
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

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

Cozy place

Very comfy place. Had everything that we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location. Great location for sightseeing and privacy. We enjoyed walking the dogs in the wooded area. Very comfortable and the hostess, Vicky, was great. She went above and beyond. Thank you for having us and sharing your Mother’s home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great house in the woods! The rental was clean, well stocked with everything we needed for a week, quiet, secluded. We enjoyed our stay immensely! Our host communicated promptly and pleasantly. The owner stopped with a loaf of fresh baked sourdough bread! Loved everything about our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you! Everything was exactly as expected- clean, good location, easy entry and checking. In and out. Will recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to tour the Black Hills. The home was very well equipped with everything we could need.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marianne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at Grandma's Cabin. It is centrally located to so many beautiful sites in Custer, SD. It was clean, and had everything we needed. Vicki, the host, was so sweet and attentive. My only complaint was that we didn't know the second bathroom was in the garage.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

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

Quiet and roomy, great front deck

Nice property and very clean and quiet. Great location very close to Custer and local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accommodating. Loved the pourch area, very relaxing. Loved the big washer and dryer. Vicki & Taylor are so sweet, and ready to help. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Collene M.

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

Great time

Grandma’s was a very good place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

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

Great stay great location

Very clean and great communication. The location is perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morris P.

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

Vacation with our adult kids

Beautiful location. Hosts were very responsive and friendly to work with. I’d definitely stay here again when in Custer area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzelle J.

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

Great stay

Absolutely easy stay. The hostess is terrific! Beautiful location close to Custer. Comfortable beds. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa G.

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

Great Location

Enjoyed our stay at this great location. Easy access to Custer State Park, Crazy Horse and Mt Rushmore. Loved the town of Custer. Would have liked the 2nd bath to be in house vs garage but it was a very nice bathroom. Well stocked kitchen. Nice parking area. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Vicki Grey

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This is my folk's retirement home, Custer being where most of my mom's family relocated to from Gregory, SD, about 1947 to oversee the CCC camp here, Camp Custer. My folks met in Wisconsin where my dad was born and raised, but we moved to Southern California when I was ten months old. Summers here were heaven for a city kid who had tons of cousins and I rode horseback, went berry picking, fed cattle, learned to drive caterpillars and logging trucks. My mom loved company and loved to share the peace and beauty of the Black Hills with her family and guests. Being one of 13 kids, mom loved having bunches of company. I love to share the place too with couples and families and groups of folks who like to relax where it feels homey rather than stay in motels while traveling. I love to share the place with people who are surrounded by city life the rest of the year. I named it because my precocious only child was speaking in complete sentences by the time he could talk; he never talked baby talk. If we planned a trip, he would ask "Are we going to Grandma's house in the woods, or Grandma's house in the city?" So Grandma's House in the Woods just stuck. :)

Why they chose this property

My folks loved this place because mom could be near her numerous relatives and their families, dad could be close to a golf course, and mom could feel as though she lived in the country, but they were able to get to town quickly and easily. My Mom, who grew up on Laura Ingalls Wilder's stories of the frontier, referred to the place as her "Funky Little Pole Barn in the Big Woods." The front porch was her first additon to the house. :)

What makes this property unique

Even in the Hills, it would be hard to find a place this close to town and the Park and the Monuments that is quiet, secluded, and wooded acreage that feels as though you're out in the country. Especially an entire home at a price comparable to a single hotel room in town.

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