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Peaceful, private log home with exceptional views and amenities
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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 92600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Blue/Gray Queen
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
Bunk Room
1 Single Bunk Bed
Master Suite
1 King Bed
Yellow/Gray King
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Jack & Jill
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Kitchen half
Soap · Toilet
Master Suite
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Peaceful, private log home with exceptional views and amenities
Located just two miles outside of Custer city limits, you will be enveloped in breathtaking views at this unique-luxury, log cabin home. Distinctive fairy garden landscape will entice you to never want to leave; but if you choose to venture out, you are only 3 mi. to Custer State Park, 6 mi. to Sylvan Lake, 7 mi. to Crazy Horse monument, 21 mi. to Mt. Rushmore and 36 mi. to Reptile Gardens.
Lofted, Master suite provides tub, steam shower and gas fireplace. comfort galore with king aspen log bed. Now features an adjustable, Tempurpedic bed with dual controls. Second bedroom has king pine log bed, tv and shares a Jack & Jill bathroom with third Queen bedroom. Fourth bedroom is a twin/over full log bunk and kid friendly. All mattresses are new, luxury comfort. Half-bath is located on main floor, off a fully equipped kitchen with coffee hutch for your convenience.
Somehow the VRBO program has added an amenity of "Hot tub" to our description somewhere, which is not true. We have never had a hot tub and want guests to clearly understand that. We are working with VRBO to correct that mistake and evidently, that is more difficult than expected!
Guests are welcome to use pantry items, spice cupboards and frig condiments.
Note: we now have AC and furnace for your comfort! Traditionally, log homes are not built with either and have always been heated with electric cove heaters.* We ask guests to not use a cove heater at any time. We have taped over the cove heaters to help guests remember not to use them. Another advantage to living in the Black Hills: very low humidity and typically, the evenings cool off to "chilly". We recommend bringing cozy hoodies.
Laundry, WiFi, land line and 4G cell reception, which is an important detail in the Black Hills. Direct TV service provides movie channels for rainy days. Chimnaya and wood supply on main deck. Our wifi is very strong and provides opportunity for catching up on work. Pets are not welcome, but children certainly are!
Our Grill is on cement deck, (there are 5 decks, each with a gorgeous view!) Beautiful, custom built blue-stained pine dining table sits in front of the wood fireplace with a grand view of the Black Elk Wilderness.
RV bay (18'x24') is available to protect your motorcycles or campers. An attached two car garage provides convenience for everyone.
When making a reservation request, please include your phone number, home address and a little note about yourself. We like to get to know our guests! Be especially careful to provide a phone number that receives text. We also recommend that two people in your party keep Robin's cell phone number handy. That way when one phone gets locked inside the cabin, you still have a way to contact us and get the codes again!
We are very responsive to communicate with guests. If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know immediately. Robin responds promptly and wants to do everything possible to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Please don't wait until you are checking out to let us know that you have a problem.
Lofted, Master suite provides tub, steam shower and gas fireplace. comfort galore with king aspen log bed. Now features an adjustable, Tempurpedic bed with dual controls. Second bedroom has king pine log bed, tv and shares a Jack & Jill bathroom with third Queen bedroom. Fourth bedroom is a twin/over full log bunk and kid friendly. All mattresses are new, luxury comfort. Half-bath is located on main floor, off a fully equipped kitchen with coffee hutch for your convenience.
Somehow the VRBO program has added an amenity of "Hot tub" to our description somewhere, which is not true. We have never had a hot tub and want guests to clearly understand that. We are working with VRBO to correct that mistake and evidently, that is more difficult than expected!
Guests are welcome to use pantry items, spice cupboards and frig condiments.
Note: we now have AC and furnace for your comfort! Traditionally, log homes are not built with either and have always been heated with electric cove heaters.* We ask guests to not use a cove heater at any time. We have taped over the cove heaters to help guests remember not to use them. Another advantage to living in the Black Hills: very low humidity and typically, the evenings cool off to "chilly". We recommend bringing cozy hoodies.
Laundry, WiFi, land line and 4G cell reception, which is an important detail in the Black Hills. Direct TV service provides movie channels for rainy days. Chimnaya and wood supply on main deck. Our wifi is very strong and provides opportunity for catching up on work. Pets are not welcome, but children certainly are!
Our Grill is on cement deck, (there are 5 decks, each with a gorgeous view!) Beautiful, custom built blue-stained pine dining table sits in front of the wood fireplace with a grand view of the Black Elk Wilderness.
RV bay (18'x24') is available to protect your motorcycles or campers. An attached two car garage provides convenience for everyone.
When making a reservation request, please include your phone number, home address and a little note about yourself. We like to get to know our guests! Be especially careful to provide a phone number that receives text. We also recommend that two people in your party keep Robin's cell phone number handy. That way when one phone gets locked inside the cabin, you still have a way to contact us and get the codes again!
We are very responsive to communicate with guests. If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know immediately. Robin responds promptly and wants to do everything possible to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Please don't wait until you are checking out to let us know that you have a problem.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Custer
Located in Custer, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Needles Highway and Granite Sports. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Custer, SD
What's nearby
- Monument Health Custer Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
- Custer State Park - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
- Sylvan Lake - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
- Crazy Horse Memorial - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
- Needles Highway - 17 min drive - 23.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dairy Queen - 5 min drive
- Miner's Cup - 4 min drive
- Frontier Bar And Grill - 5 min drive
- Baker's Bakery & Cafe - 5 min drive
- Skogen Kitchen - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
5 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barbara H.
11 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barbara H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cornel C.
30 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
Cornel C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael I.
13 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael I.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Theresa H.
29 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Theresa H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen K.
4 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Special time in Custer
Kathleen K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Josephine L.
12 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Josephine L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Douglas K.
5 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Douglas K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
karen f.
16 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
karen f.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan J.
30 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin
Jonathan J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
30 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Jessica S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina F.
7 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
Christina F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
4 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Get Away
Julie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ron C.
22 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin, great location, beautiful views!
Ron C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lorraine J.
25 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Lorraine J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Derek K.
12 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Derek K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Kelly J.
18 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and property
Kelly J.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Donee A.
13 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Donee A.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Troy W.
6 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property, Love the Cabin and the grounds!!!
Troy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Brian S.
25 Jun, 2017
This is an excellent house in the perfect location. Highest recommendation!
Brian S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donna
28 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and location. Well appointed and well stocked with groceries.
Donna
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris N.
2 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing place to stay!
Chris N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl W.
13 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Custer Vacation
Cheryl W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Brad G.
20 Jul, 2017
Great house! We've rented many homes and this was one of if not the cleanest.
Brad G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael L.
30 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place
Michael L.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
About the host
Hosted by Robin Madson
We come from Minnesota with lots of enthusiasm in becoming part of the Custer community. It is our goal to provide a very special experience for our guests where they will feel welcome and enjoy the comforts of luxury beds, convenient amenities and a place to make memories. Please check out my FaceBook page: Black Hills Cabin Rental, for more ideas for your vacation
Why they chose this property
From the first time we lay eyes on this property, we were "in love". Living at the end of a cul-de-sac and completely enveloped in forest is our ideal situation. The "fairy garden" landscaping provides little surprises with a rugged, unique setting for enjoying the five decks and cabin. The entrance takes you through a terrace-garden that immediately casts a spell of relaxation. The fact that we don't have to mow a lawn is a joy to us. We have been looking for years for the "perfect fit" and have finally found our paradise here at Tanglewood.
What makes this property unique
The cabin was designed to be whimsical and offer surprises in every room. Nothing ordinary would do! The property begs you to explore and create your own adventure-inside and outside. While here at Tanglewood, you are completely immersed in nature; yet only 1.5 miles from the hospital if any medical emergency should arise. The convenience of being within minutes of downtown shops and restaurants is a huge bonus. The RV bay can accommodate motorcycles, trailers or campers so guests can easily come and go during their stay.
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