Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room

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A wooden deck with a railing, a table, and chairs, overlooking a grassy area with trees and a cabin.
A rustic wooden interior with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table with chairs.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two windows, a clock, and a small table with a lamp.
A playground with a slide, swing set, and climbing structure surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
A cozy living room with a beige sofa, a smaller sofa, and a matching ottoman. There are three framed pictures on the wall, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Black Hills National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Arcade/game room
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Black Hills National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Custer State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Crazy Horse Memorial
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this apartment is in the mountains and on the waterfront. 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 Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Needles Highway and National Presidential Wax Museum. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like wildlife walks.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Custer State Park - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 22 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 25 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 26 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room on 18 Jan 2027 start from AU$661, 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 Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room located?

This family-friendly Custer apartment building is located on the waterfront, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Custer State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Black Hills National Forest and Stockade Lake. French Creek and Big Rock Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy place

Beautiful views of Cathedral spires as well as evening wildlife and new baby goeslings. Met all our needs and close to where we needed to be. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s great to hear the location and surroundings worked perfectly for your needs. We're so glad you enjoyed the wildlife and the views. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet Cabin, great spot!

This little cabin was perfect for our family of 6. It was very clean and comfortable. We cooked most of our food in the well stocked kitchen. The game room was a huge hit for the kids and the serenity of the pond was a win for the grown ups! Everything was super! Loved the location too! So easy to get to all the good places.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
We’re delighted your family had such a great stay, Kim! It’s wonderful to hear the cabin was clean, comfortable, and just right for your group of six. We love that the kids enjoyed the game room while the grown ups soaked in the quiet serenity of the pond. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Pondside Lodge was a splendid place to stay for our trip to South Dakota! The lodge is beautifully furnished and spotlessly clean. The living room picture window looks out over the pond and the Needles are clearly visible in the distance. It is a very relaxing location - quiet and lovely. We saw turkeys and deer every day going to and from the lodge. The lodge is a short drive to the Custer Wildlife Loop (spectacular!), the Needles Highway (amazing!), and Sylvan Lake (stunning!). Custer, just a few miles up the road, offers many delicious options for dinner, and the kitchen in the lodge is well-equipped if you want to eat in. I recommend the Pondside Lodge wholeheartedly for a restful vacation!
View of the Needles from the lodge.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2026
Paula, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the peaceful setting, the views, and the wildlife around the lodge. It’s great to know the location and amenities added to a restful and memorable vacation. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible views off the beaten path. This rustic cabin mixes old and new. Be certain to come armed with quarters for the coin operated laundry. With kids along, using tech gear...WIFI is marginal. The game room is wonderful. Rustic (squeaky) cabinets are well stocked, with the exception of a toaster. We're not large folk, but the shower is TINY! The fire pit as well as the hot tub were both a hit and loved spending our evenings outdoors at the cabin. We'd always prefer a SmartTV in every bedroom. The location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback, Mary Ann. We're so glad you enjoyed the incredible views, the game room, the fire pit, the hot tub, and our convenient location. We appreciate your comments and wanted to mention that there is a toaster in the cabin, so we're sorry if it was overlooked during your stay. Regarding the Wi-Fi, our rural location can sometimes affect connectivity, but we've invested in fiber optic service and signal amplifiers to provide the best connection possible. We also appreciate your suggestions about the TVs and understand that preferences can vary. Thank you again for your feedback. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to have the opportunity to host you again.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Check-in was very easy. The cabin was very clean, no complaints about that at all.We were a little disappointed with the kitchen amenities. No toaster! Pots and pans have seen better days. The listing was miss leading as far as having a washer and dryer in the cabin. They are listed in the amenities and the pictures show a washer and dryer, but when staying at the cabin, we found out they did not work. The hot tub had gross yellow and brownish fungus floating around. We felt the cabin was ok, but definitely NOT worth the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
We’re sorry to hear your stay did not fully meet expectations. We’re glad check-in was easy and that you found the cabin very clean, but we apologize for the concerns you experienced. We do regularly replace pots and pans as needed, and there is a toaster in the cabin. The washer and dryer are coin operated, with coins provided for guest use, and they can be reused during the stay. Our hot tub is also professionally cleaned between each guest, so we’re sorry it did not appear as expected during your visit. We appreciate the feedback and will review each item carefully.
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