Hobbit Hole: Needle Spire Views + Firepit + Sauna

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A cozy room with wooden walls, a large window, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a floor lamp.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a round table with chairs, a TV, and a large window offering a view of trees.
A wooden pergola with string lights, a bench, and a view of a forest and lake.
A wooden interior with a dining area, a rocking chair, and a television.
A wooden-framed window with a view of a lake, chairs, and a hanging plant.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Black Hills National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

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

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this apartment is on the waterfront. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Needles Highway and National Presidential Wax Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Map
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 Hobbit Hole: Needle Spire Views + Firepit + Sauna pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hobbit Hole: Needle Spire Views + Firepit + Sauna?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hobbit Hole: Needle Spire Views + Firepit + Sauna?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hobbit Hole: Needle Spire Views + Firepit + Sauna?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hobbit Hole: Needle Spire Views + Firepit + Sauna located?

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

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Location and amenities were great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and warm with great views and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
We’re so pleased you enjoyed your stay! It's wonderful to hear you found the cabin welcoming and warm, and that you loved the beautiful views and convenient location. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was a great find! The space was clean, the host was very responsive, and just a few minutes from downtown Custer. A great family friendly option with an incredible view of the spires.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
We're so happy you enjoyed your stay, Rob! It's wonderful to hear you found the cabin clean, appreciated our communication, and loved being just minutes from downtown Custer. The views of the Spires are truly something special, and we're delighted your family was able to enjoy them. We’d love to welcome you back for another visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great launch point for all the great sites and activitin the Black Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
We're happy the cabin's location made it a great home base for exploring all the incredible sights and activities the Black Hills has to offer. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back for another adventure, Andria!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place! I stayed here with my dog and we really loved the views of the sunrise in the morning and the Cathedral Spires. It was a cozy, clean, comfortable base for exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
We're so pleased you and your dog enjoyed your stay, Sarah! There's nothing quite like watching the sunrise over the Cathedral Spires, and we're delighted the cabin provided a cozy, clean, and comfortable home base for your adventures. We truly appreciate you staying with us and would love to welcome you both back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent value and location

Stayed here as home base during tour of Black Hills area attractions. Very nice location and was very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Thank you for choosing us as your home base for exploring the Black Hills, Robby! It’s great to hear you enjoyed the convenient location and the spotless cabin. We hope to host you again for more adventures in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin

Very comfortable, easy to get to and great view of the Needles.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2024
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted that you found the property very comfortable and easy to access. The view of the Needles is indeed spectacular, and we're glad you enjoyed it. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute cabin with lake views

We enjoyed our stay at the cabin, Trystin was very responsive with any questions that we had. Would stay here again if in the area. Very convenient to many of the local historical sites and parks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
We’re so pleased you enjoyed your stay at the cabin! It’s wonderful to hear you liked the lake views, found the location convenient for visiting nearby historical sites and parks, and appreciated our responsiveness. We’d love to welcome you back whenever you’re in the area again, Margaret!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Voiced that I had some safety concerns and did not want to stay but they indicated we would be leaving early and had to pay our full 1400 even though we called 15-30 minutes after checking in! Floors were uneven and the only bathroom was basically in the kitchen and not even close to the bedrooms. My 91 year old mom had to walk across the room through the kitchen to use the bathroom at night. I slept in a set of bunk beds the first night that is built for children - I found out the first night because I’m 5’2”!and my feet hung over the edge of the bed. This property is not as advertised and certainly not worth more than 125-200 per night! Never would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet and cozy

Loved the location of the log cabin. It's right in the wilderness of Custer in the Black Hills National Forest. There's lots of windows for viewing the outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience, Hannah! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the location of the log cabin. The abundance of windows truly allows for immersive views of the natural surroundings. We hope you had a memorable stay, and we'd love to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Property close to great activities

This property was super fun with lots of LOTR references. It was very close to Custer and Custer State Park and great to serve as a base. Facility was clean and sauna view was top notch. A warning - if you are over 6’-4”, note there is a fair amount of headbangers in the location and shower/door thresholds are low.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review, Bo! We’re so glad you enjoyed the unique LOTR touches and found the location perfect for exploring Custer and the state park. It’s great to hear the sauna view stood out, too. It really is something special. Thanks for the heads-up about the low-clearance areas. We appreciate the note for future guests. We’d love to welcome you back for another fun and relaxing stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cozy

We came up for Spring Break and it had just snowed. The cabin had a snow shovel for us to use. The cabin was perfect for me and my daughters. Very cozy, wish we could have stayed longer. Due to the time of year it felt like we had the Black Hills all to ourselves. We did manage to lock ourselves out one evening, but the local sheriff arrived to make sure we were warm while waiting for someone to come unlock the door. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
What a special Spring Break trip with your daughters! We’re delighted the cabin felt cozy and just right for your stay, especially with fresh snow adding to the Black Hills scenery. We’re glad the shovel was useful and that help arrived quickly when you were locked out. We’d be happy to welcome you back for a longer visit next time!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Clean property. Close to Custer for convenience of groceries and restaurants. Close to Custer State Park, Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Bungalow was very small. Pictures I fell were taken from angles that did not portray just how small it was. The air did not work. At first it did not blow any air, we contacted the host and they had quick response and sent maintenance out. They were not sure what the problem was and we were leaving for the day. When we returned in the evening air was blowing but it was not reaching the set temperature. There was already a portable unit that was vented through a wall so I am curious if this was a known problem previously. The wifi was almost non existent at times. TV streaming would buffer frequently and it would take a long time for web pages to open on our devices.Beds were comfortable and kitchen was furnished.Pretty views of Needle Spires but further distance than the photos portray. Again, very responsive host and clean bungalow. Just not what we expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Smaller than pictures advertised. No internet a lot of the time. The sauna also did not work a lot of the time. The setting was nice
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2026
Thank you for the feedback, Brad. We’re happy you enjoyed the peaceful setting, though we’re sorry some parts of the stay fell short. Our cabin’s rural location can affect Wi-Fi at times, but we have upgraded to fiber optic cable and added signal amplifiers to improve connectivity. We also checked the sauna after your stay and found it to be in proper working condition. We appreciate you staying with us.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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