10/10 Excellent
Dale S.
5 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dale S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Entire home
Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Custer, SD
- Place, Big Rock Park13 min walk
- Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum3 min drive
- Place, Grand Magic Show3 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Living Room 1
1 Queen Murphy Bed
Main Level Queen Room
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Bunk Room
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Upstairs King
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Main Level Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs half bath
Toilet
Upstairs Main Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town
The Wandering Goat is your getaway in the Black Hills, located near downtown Custer, South Dakota and the Mickelson Trail. Its peaceful location on 3 acres provides the perfect place to relax in the hot tub after adventures to Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave and more. Decks wrap 3 sides of the home for nature viewing. The home includes 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a large open kitchen, two living rooms, BBQ grill and lots of space to spread out! Bring your UTVs!
Sleeping arrangements include a
*king bed in the master
*twin-over-double bunk bedroom
*queen bedroom
*queen murphy bed in the downstairs living area.
The home is well-appointed, featuring some art from local or up-and-coming artists, including a portrait of the wandering goat himself.
*Complimentary bottled water, snacks, coffee and tea.
*Complimentary Custer State Park Pass
*Free passes to Custer City pool
A 1-car garage as well as ample driveway parking and room for large vehicles.
We are available 24/7 by phone.
Just minutes from the local grocery store and convenience store, but you'll feel secluded and private down a dirt road and to our 3 acre property covered in trees and beautiful Black Hills scenery
Suggest a vehicle for touring the Black Hills area.
Like many Black Hills homes, we do not have air conditioning. The windows and doors have screens to provide fresh mountain air. Hot tub is available only May 15th to September 15th.
Sleeping arrangements include a
*king bed in the master
*twin-over-double bunk bedroom
*queen bedroom
*queen murphy bed in the downstairs living area.
The home is well-appointed, featuring some art from local or up-and-coming artists, including a portrait of the wandering goat himself.
*Complimentary bottled water, snacks, coffee and tea.
*Complimentary Custer State Park Pass
*Free passes to Custer City pool
A 1-car garage as well as ample driveway parking and room for large vehicles.
We are available 24/7 by phone.
Just minutes from the local grocery store and convenience store, but you'll feel secluded and private down a dirt road and to our 3 acre property covered in trees and beautiful Black Hills scenery
Suggest a vehicle for touring the Black Hills area.
Like many Black Hills homes, we do not have air conditioning. The windows and doors have screens to provide fresh mountain air. Hot tub is available only May 15th to September 15th.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Custer
Located in Custer, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. 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 Granite Sports are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Custer, SD
What's nearby
- Big Rock Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Monument Health Custer Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Grand Magic Show - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- French Creek Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dairy Queen - 4 min drive
- Miner's Cup - 3 min drive
- Frontier Bar And Grill - 3 min drive
- Baker's Bakery & Cafe - 3 min drive
- Skogen Kitchen - 4 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
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa M.
15 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alyssa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelli T.
8 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Kelli T.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
8 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
Susan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandra F.
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Sandra F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul O.
3 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
Paul O.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly S.
7 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our family of 5!
Kelly S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda V.
2 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Rhonda V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
wendy k.
15 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wendy k.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas F.
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation spot
Thomas F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracie L.
10 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Riding weekend
Tracie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Steve D.
30 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Steve D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chris D.
24 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable home in the woods
Chris D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca B.
25 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to town but quiet and secluded.
Rebecca B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rob C.
15 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rob C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Candace Jackson
Long time hospitality professional, opened my own vacation rental property management company to provide superior customer and guest experience with STRs
Why they chose this property
This is a one of a kind property, just on the edge of Custer. You are literally minutes from civilization but right in the thick of the Black Hills National Forest.
What makes this property unique
Hot tub, land, garage, open kitchen, large bathrooms, clawfoot tub!
Languages:
English
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