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Tenderfoot Creek Cabin | 2 Bed, 1 Bath

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 689.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Needles Highway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Crazy Horse Memorial
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Sylvan Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Tenderfoot Creek Cabin | 2 Bed, 1 Bath

The Tenderfoot Creek Cabin is nestled in the heart of the Black Hills National Forest minutes from Custer and Hill City. The Tenderfoot Creek Cabin is conveniently located to a variety of restaurants, art galleries, unique shops and museums. The Mickelson Trail a 109 mile long trail that contains more than 100 converted railroad bridges and 4 rock tunnels runs on the edge of the property. Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park are within 20 miles of the cabin. Our guests may also enjoy other activities in the area including fishing, sightseeing, and hunting.
The cozy log cabin has 1 king bedroom and 1 queen bedroom with linens, large closets, dressers, and extra bedding. The living room has a sofa sleeper. The full bath includes a tub/shower combination, towels, shampoo, and bath soap. Our guests can cook meals in the equipped kitchen or enjoy grilling outside. The dining area has a table with 4 chairs and bench seating. The living room has a  electric fireplace, and TV.
Picture yourself sitting on the covered deck looking out at the meadow enjoying your morning coffee or a meal. Tenderfoot Creek runs through the property. The Tenderfoot Creek Cabin also offers WIFI, laundry facilities, new A/C in 2016, and plenty of parking.

Please note the firepit is available May thru October only.

Amenities:

Location:• South of Hill City on the Mickelson Trail
Bedrooms:• 2 bedrooms, 1 king and 1 queen
Bathrooms:• 1 bathrooms
Amenities:• Air Conditioning , Linens Provided , Heating , Hair Dryer , Combination Tub Shower , Queen Bed , Shower , Toilet,  Telephone , Playpen , Tub , Yard , Outdoor Furniture , Ceiling Fans , Towels Provided , Laundry Soap , Paper Towels , Shampoo , Soaps Basic , Toilet Paper
Attractions:• Mickelson Trail, Mt Rushmore, 1880 Train, Custer State Park, Deadwood, Rapid City, Hill city, Keystone, Black Hills National Forest, Crazy Horse, Hiking, ATV trails, Snowmobiling, Fishing, Hunting, Caves
Communication:• Local Calls Included, Cell Phone Booster
Dining:• Highchair , Dining Area table with 4 chairs and bench seating and  2 Barstools
Entertainment:•  Games Kids , TV Streaming
Internet Access:• Wireless Internet
Kitchen:• Microwave , Stove , Refrigerator , Iron , Ironing Board , Washing Machine , Oven , Clothes Dryer , Cooking Utensils , Toaster , Coffee Maker and Keurig, Dishwasher
Leisure Activities:• Shopping , Sightseeing , Paddle Boating , Fly Fishing , Hunting Big Game , Live Theater , Hunting Small Game , Hiking
Living Room:• Sofa, Recliner, Chair
Local Activities:• Golf , Boating , Mountain Biking , Adventure Packages , Snowmobile Trails , ATV Trails , Biking , Ski Slopes , State or National Park , Fishing , Cross Country Ski Trails , Skiing , Cycling , Casino , Antiquing , Hunting , Horseback Riding , Snowshoeing , Snowmobiling , Historic Area , Horse Rides
Nearby Attraction or Facility:• Wineries and Vineyards , Scenic Drives
Outside:• Deck , Parking Off Street , Outdoor Grill Gas, Gas Firepit
Suitability:• No Smoking , No Pets , Minimum Age for Renters is 25

Property manager

Kathleen Lewis
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Custer

Custer is home to this cabin. 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.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Needles Highway - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 17 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Needles Eye - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Water Restaur - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hill City Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tenderfoot Creek Cabin | 2 Bed, 1 Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tenderfoot Creek Cabin | 2 Bed, 1 Bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tenderfoot Creek Cabin | 2 Bed, 1 Bath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tenderfoot Creek Cabin | 2 Bed, 1 Bath located?

Set in Custer, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Indian Museum of North America, Needles Highway and Black Hills National Forest. Granite Sports and South Dakota State Railroad Museum are also within 9 miles (15 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. 110 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 123 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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

Super Star stay in SD

Great location, very clean, nice kitchen set up, all of these things added up to a wonderful getaway in the Beautiful Black Hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby K.

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

Center of our adventures

Tenderfoot Creek cabin is beautifully decorated, clean and so welcoming from the time you step on the porch. There was everything we needed and more with updated appliances and a new feel to the interior. It is located between Hill City and Custer city and right between the entrance to Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park on one side and Crazy Horse Memorial on the other, it could not have been more perfect to be centrally located to our adventures. It was easy to find. There are not many grocery stores/restaurants close, and we’re glad we stopped at the Walmart in Rapid City to load up. We would give this cabin more than 5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W.

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

Great place to stay that was conveniently located to everything!

We loved our stay at this property. Cabin was clean. Kitchen was well stocked. We were within 15 minutes of everything we did in the Black Hills (Black Elk wilderness, Sylvan Lake, Mt Rushmore, Hill City ATV, etc). The property grounds were well maintained. You could here the road noise from the porch although you couldn't see the cars. Didn't bother us too much except peak traffic hours. Stars were amazing at night! We would stay here again next time we are in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sadie M.

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

Clean, cozy and cute cabin

This cabin was perfect for a quick weekend in the hills with family. Quiet area and close to many attractions. The best pet was the front porch wear we enjoyed morning coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan S.

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

Summer Vacation

Overall, we enjoyed the cabin and our stay. Our only complaints would be the traffic noise when sitting outside, but this was a minimal distraction. The larger complaint would be the amount of flies and moths that somehow were able to enter the cabin. One bedroom probably had 20-30 dead flies on the floor by the end of our stay. Moths were a lesser issue but I believe one of them crawled into the fire detector in the middle of the night and set it off, but I could be wrong about this and it went off for another unknown reason. Other than these issues, the cabin worked well for our family trip with 2 adults and 2 children.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel B.

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

Beautiful Cabin Minus the Sump Pump Noise

The cabin is beautiful. It is clean and had all the amenities we could ask for. We were very happy except for the non-stop noise when we got there. We thought it was the fridge and we drowned out the noise with drinks and the TV. The noise was gone and we went out the next day and came back and went to bed and was awoken by the noise that lasted all night. We did not sleep the entire night. Upon leaving we let management know that we left and let them know about the noise and was told that it was probably sump pump. Very disappointing. Cabin is wonderful if you don’t mind the nagging noise that sounds like what I would imagine a UFO sounds like.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin N.

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

Friends

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy R.

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

Great house, but the proximity to the highway was disappointing

The house and property was great! The one thing that prevented me from giving it a 5 star was the proximity to the highway. It did not deter us from having a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Beautiful location, peaceful, great rental!

LOCATION: Location was approx 1/2 way between Hill City and Custer (6-7 miles). Somewhat rural however we were there for solitude which is abundant. Some subtle highway noise during the day however not an issue for us. There are a couple other neighbors that share the same road that descends off the hwy to the residence. PROPERTY: The cabin is as nice inside as it is out. Very well maintained and clean. The online pics are the best resource to review and offer more than I can speak to. The propane fire and propane grill were very useful/enjoyable options. The cabin was well appointed from the kitchen to the bathroom. There is a small stream that flows around the property. From the other side of the creek a short walk up the hill yields the Mickelson Trail which from below is very well hidden. The TV offers YouTube TV (locals+networks), Netflix(your id), etc. SUMMARY: There are no downsides to this rental IMO. A great place to relax and feel at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice spot

Delightful property..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monty S., Knoxville, Tn

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

Great location

Great location for all our plans in South Dakota. We thought the cabin would be a little more remote tho from the pictures. The kitchen was extremely well stocked and the cabin was very cozy and comfortable. We loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Sweet Cabin!

The cabin was excellent! One of the best maintained rentals we have ever stayed in. Well stocked kitchen. Great location. Very quiet and dark at night. We spent most of the day visiting Custer, Rushmore, and all the sights and coming back to the cabin was a lovely retreat. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lonny M.

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

Vacation

We loved how the owners had the cabin decorated! It was very clean, homey and within close proximity to moments along with so many other things to do and see. Property manager (Kathleen) is very helpful and kind to talk with! I would highly recommend staying at this cabin to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Picturesque cosy cabin

Easy checking and checkout process, great location for local tourist sites. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley A.

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

MEA Vacation

We loved the cabin! It had everything you would need and more! We took our Christmas card photos on the MIckelson Trail Great for hiking! The only thing is that the picture makes it look more secluded and by itself and it has other property very close.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett P.

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

Convenient and well supplied

Perfect cabin for visiting the Black Hills. Convenient to Custer, Mount Rushmore, etc. Right off the highway. Well supplied ....even a pair of binoculars that came in handy. Requesting a CC deposit off site was a little odd.....otherwise, perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Verlin S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice but Noisy

The cabin is close to a very busy 3 lane hi-way, which we knew when reserving the cabin, but had no idea how busy or how loud the truck/motorcycle traffic would be. Hard to carry on a conversation outdoors on the porch without shouting. Cabin floor is starting to show its age. Found animal crackers on the Bedroom floor. Lift pump ran every ~5 minutes all night long.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy O.

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

Peaceful stay

Very nice cabin they had very good furniture and had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

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

Amazing stay at the Tenderfoot Creek Cabin

What a beautiful, serene, and comfortable stay we had! The property far exceeded our expectations and the location was so convenient for day trips in the Black Hills. An added bonus was the easy access to the Mickelson Trail just yards from the cabin. The kitchen was very well stocked, and we really enjoyed the gas fire pit in the front yard. The property manager was super fast at returning texts and phone calls. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H., Phoenix, Arizona

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

Sweet Cabin in A Great Location

Cozy, clean and convenient to the area’s many wonders. Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dottie M.

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

Cabin in Cody

Beautiful cabin and gorgeous view. It was fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., Bellaire TX

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

Excellent location!

Perfect location. Super kitchen setup. - everything you need from a toaster to skewers for smores. Great amenities. Right off the highway, down the hill, perfect. Perfectly centered between Hill City and Custer. You can occasionally hear traffic but you don't see it! Super fire pit, nice patio set outside, and dining inside. I can't recommend this place enough. Hope to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy W., Gettysburg, SD

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

Lovely!

Although we didn’t spend a lot of time at the cabin we enjoyed coming “home” at the end of our day to the rustic charm with all the modern necessities! We loved the proximity to the Mickelson trail and had a nice morning walk there one day. Definitely would recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Andra O.

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

Stay at the cabin

The cabin is beautiful and is decorated very nicely. We were very comfortable during our stay. The location is great for seeing all the sites. The only negative is constant sound of the cars on the very near highway. We wanted to sit on the beautiful porch and listen to nature but we couldn't due to the constant traffic.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

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

A trip with our grandson, perfect location

The cabin had everything we needed. The kitchen is well stocked. Our grandson loved the firepit. I loved that the master bedroom had a king size bed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

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