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Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 668.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Rocky Knolls Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gates Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

3 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD

Elk Haven is a collection of 5 cabins on a 7 acre property located in the Black Hills, on the edge of Custer, SD. Our Cabins are ideal for families, reunions, hunters and group gatherings ...as well as a romantic getaway for two. Because our cabins are centrally located to all the area's wonderful Black Hills and Mt. Rushmore attractions, it's only minutes until you're back "Home" to rest and enjoy the natural beauty and serenity right off the deck of your Black Hills cabin.
There is a master bedroom with queen bed and closet, with direct access to a spacious bathroom with a shower. The loft area above is divided for privacy and has 2 queen beds. There is also a living and dining room area. Each cabin has a full kitchen with all the amenities of home which include stove, refrigerator, toaster, coffee pot, blender, dinnerware, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, bakeware; everything down to spice rack, dish/hand soap, hand and paper towels. Each Cabin has it own private deck with outdoor furniture, BBQ with tools, and great views of wildlife! Elk Haven is a great space for a family to spread out and get comfortable and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Black Hills.
Check out our newest property located just 3/4 of a mile up the road past the cabins. The Bluebird's Nest is a brand new garage apartment with a master bedroom and bunk room. It has one Twin XL and one Full size bed in the bunk room, Queen bed in master bedroom, and queen pullout couch in the living room. The kitchen has a full size refridgerator/dishwasher and microwave. Bathroom with double vanity. This location has heat and A/C. Property backs up to Forest Service and view of Crazy Horse. Peaceful and beautiful location.
- Elk Haven is a collection of 5 cabins on a 7 acre property located in the Black Hills, on the edge of Custer, SD. Our Cabins are ideal for families, reunions, hunters and group gatherings ...as well as a romantic getaway for two. Because our cabins are centrally located to all the area's wonderful Black Hills and Mt. Rushmore attractions, it's only minutes until you're back "Home" to rest and enjoy the natural beauty and serenity right off the deck of your Black Hills cabin.
There is a master bedroom with queen bed and closet, with direct access to a spacious bathroom with a shower. The loft area above is divided for privacy and has 2 queen beds. There is also a living and dining room area. Each cabin has a full kitchen with all the amenities of home which include stove, refrigerator, toaster, coffee pot, blender, dinnerware, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, bakeware; everything down to spice rack, dish/hand soap, hand and paper towels. Each Cabin has it own private deck with outdoor furniture, BBQ with tools, and great views of wildlife! Elk Haven is a great space for a family to spread out and get comfortable and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Black Hills.
Check out our newest property located just 3/4 of a mile up the road past the cabins. The Bluebird's Nest is a brand new garage apartment with a master bedroom and bunk room. It has one Twin XL and one Full size bed in the bunk room, Queen bed in master bedroom, and queen pullout couch in the living room. The kitchen has a full size refridgerator/dishwasher and microwave. Bathroom with double vanity. This location has heat and A/C. Property backs up to Forest Service and view of Crazy Horse. Peaceful and beautiful location.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Custer is home to this chalet. 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. Needles Highway and 1880 Train are also worth visiting.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gates Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • French Creek Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Harbach Centennial Park - 6 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Skogen Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD on 22 May 2026 start from AU$327, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD located?

Situated in Custer, this chalet is within 3 miles (5 km) of Rocky Knolls Golf Course, Gates Park and Grand Magic Show. French Creek Park and Way Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a good property in close proximity to Mt Rushmore and surrounding areas . It was pet friendly and had easy parking available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our cabin was perfect for the 4 of us. We had everything we needed in the kitchen. The location was great for all of our Black Hills adventures. There was a power outage while we were here and the hosts kept us updated with information about the outage and when it was expected to be fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Loved the cabin and the location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Autumn trip to Black Hills

The Elk Haven cabin was a perfect place to stay for our trip to the Black Hills. It was clean and comfortable. The location felt remote and private. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Great location and nice cabin

Cabin was just as described. Loved the location as it was easy to get to everything from it. IZhovyt
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Melody R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

1st vrbo experience, not a fan

Communication with the host was easy and efficient. Cabin was pretty much what we expected, we were traveling with 2 dogs, so the cabin worked out well for them. We've never stayed at a vrbo before, so weren't sure what to expect, but were a bit put off by the "binder" on the table with instructions on how to care for the cabin. We've always been clean and well behaved guests anywhere we've stayed, but to have an outline of what was expected and how to clean up after ourselves and directions on how to strip the beds when we left was a little over the top, had a difficult time relaxing while at the cabin, felt monitored. Again, we are clean people, whenever we've left a property, even a hotel, we've always picked up after ourselves, gathered all the laundry (towels, etc.) and placed them in a pile in the bathroom, took our own trash out, etc. But to be told to strip the bedding and place it in a basket, vacuum the floors, sweep, etc. kind of took the vacation feel away and put it back to being at home, if I wanted to do chores, I would have planned day trips and stayed home. We were charged for "cleaning fees" and a pet fee, pet fees were a little high, but expected. We cleaned everything, we vacuumed, wiped out appliances, cleaned the bathroom, shower, etc, I'm thinking we'll stay at a hotel next time we travel and save ourselves from having to be our own maid service and charged for it too. The area was great and we enjoyed our time when we were away from the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey G.

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

Vacation

Stay was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Wonderful October stay

This property feels like you’re out in the country, yet you are three minutes from downtown Custer. A cozy, comfortable cabin that is a great home base for a Black Hills/Custer State Park vacation. The owners are attentive and available, and the cabin has nearly everything you’ll need. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig G.

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

Very enjoyable stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Elk Haven. Beth and Kris were great hosts, both are friendly and very helpful. Our cabin was cozy and well appointed. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Great Cabin!

Great cabin tucked in the black hills but close to Custer! Morning visits by deer and super peaceful! Hosts were great checking in to see if we needed anything! I highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

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

Very comfortable cabin.

We were very pleased with the cabin and all of the amenities it had to offer. We were there 5 nights, wish it could have been longer. Spent a couple evenings out by the firepit. Beautiful scenery and wildlife nearby. Cabin was near town but away enough that we did not see much traffic. Thank you for a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly N.

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

Great location

This property offers everything you need. Great location, beautiful views, and convenient to all the sites. Owner is very easy to get ahold of.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

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

Secluded, convenient, and nice!

This cabin was a great location just outside the town of Custer and convenient spring board for my kids and I to see a great deal of the Black Hills area. Having never been to the region before our only regret was that we didn't stay at this cabin the entirety of our visit. The host was responsive to questions, checked in on us at the beginning to ensure there were no issues, and was very understanding when we had to return again after checkout to retrieve an item forgotten by my son. The cabin is tucked away on the edge of the woods, was clean, efficient in use of space with a small living area, but still has everything you need to cook some meals and sleep comfotably, which is all the time we spent there, being out and about the rest of the time hiking and exploring sights. The kids loved the "separate but together" beds in the divided loft. Beautiful setting, no issue with privacy or noise from the other other adjacent cabins, most of which were occupied. If there was one wish (having kids) it would have been for a washer and dryer, but the very friendly laundromat in Custer is minutes away right in the middle of town so we explored and grabbed some food! Great trip. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

very nice

this is a nice quiet cabin not too far from town. we enjoyed our stay very much
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

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

Quiet cozy retreat

Had a delightful long weekend staying in this quiet, cozy cabin just outside of Custer. It was an easy, scenic drive to all the local sites we wanted to visit, cabin had the amenities we needed for a relaxing stay, and the area was stunningly beautiful and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

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

This was a charming cabin in the woods!

We loved our stay at Elk Haven cabin in Custer. The location to all the area sights and attractions was outstanding. We were very close to downtown Custer but the cabin still felt remote. Absolutely gorgeous view from our porch. We enjoyed the sunsets and wildlife. The hosts were terrific and very quick to reply. Very accommodating to our requests and needs. The cabin was spotless and very comfortable for our two night stay. Other reviewers mentioned the size of the shower being small which we did find to be true, however, we did not find it restricting or a problem. Definitely a do over and I would 100% recommend a visit to Elk Haven Cabins.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Great location and beautiful scenery!

We enjoyed our stay. Very peaceful and serene. We requested a larger grill and it was on our deck when we returned from site seeing. Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Todd S.

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

Clean

Had a little trouble with the lock when I first checked in. A neighboring cabin said they had the same trouble. It’s a minor problem but would give everything else 5 stars! Rent this, you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

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

Comfortable cabin

The cabin was very nicely arranged, everything we needed was available. Kris and Beth were friendly and checked with us to make sure we had what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Relaxation!

Great spot. Well laid out. Lots of pots, pans, etc. quiet neighborhood with vacation homes at good distance from each other. More rural than I expected being so close to Custer and that was a huge plus to me. Overall would recommend highly and return if I get the chance.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

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

Comfortable and peaceful

Great location, out in nature but close to so many things. Owners were friendly and helpful. Had an amazing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

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

Great outdoors in Blackhills

Great location with beautiful rock formations in the hill behind cabin and deer visiting near front door in the mornings. Cozy cabin with everything we needed and so close to Custer!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Perfect place for family

Cabin had everything we needed and we LOVED being able to have our four legged family member with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie N.

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

Perfect Pre-Thanksgiving vacation

This cabin was a great “home base” for us to spend 2 days adventuring around the area. The location is gorgeous with lots of wildlife, but only about 5 min from everything in town. Now, granted, in November “everything” in town is pretty limited but we found coffee, pizza, and groceries which was all we needed. And the trade off for us to have all the area attractions nearly to ourselves was so worth it! The cabin was just as described online and accommodated the 5 of us perfectly. A DVD player would have been nice for a family movie - the evenings are long, dark, and cold at the end of November - but we played games and found a few shows on satellite. Other than that, it was great! The beds were comfy. Lots of hot water for showers. Plenty of dishes, pillows, and towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

The cabin was very nice. Great location, close to Custer and Crazy Horse and Mt. Rushmore.

Very easy to rent, everything was done online. My only issue was the staircase to get in the cabin was a little rickety.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

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