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Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn

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Property grounds
Children play on the lawn.
Property grounds
Firepit. Camp chairs in the garage.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Stockade Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Custer State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Crazy Horse Memorial
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn

* 3 bedroom with Mini split air
* 1 King bedroom with bathroom/shower
* 1 Queen bedroom
* Bedroom with double bunk beds (4 beds)
* Additional bathroom with shower/bath
* Washer/dryer
* Two car garage
* Fiber optic WiFi
* 2 Flat Screen TV's with DVD setup
* Kitchen and standard appliances
* Microwave and toaster
* Fire Pit and roasting sticks
* Spacious yard with creek in the pasture
* Outdoor gas grill and Blackstone

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Take trash to the green bins by the road
Text 605 440 0773 and let me know you have left The Red Inn
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Located in Custer, this cottage is in a rural area. 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. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Stockade Lake - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Custer State Park - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 14 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 19 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Skogen Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪VFW Post #3442 - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn on 7 July 2026 start from AU$643, 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 Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful 5 acres near Custer State Park & 3 miles from Custer. Large lawn located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Stockade Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Big Rock Park and Harbach Centennial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a wonderful and beautiful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Beautiful part of the country

Very clean, well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, beautiful property, very clean. We are runners and gravel cyclists and loved the area for that. We played games in the big yard and had a few outdoor fires in the fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

We enjoyed everything about our visit!

We enjoyed everything about our stay! Quiet and peaceful, but close to everything we wanted to do! The house was clean and well stocked. Beds were comfy and bathrooms spacious! The host was excellent with great communication. Our kids enjoyed the large yard to run around in and spotting local wildlife. Highly recommend and would stay here again if ever in the area! Thank you for a memorable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

A wonderful family escape

We recently stayed here with extended family as we explored the Black Hills and this spot was just heavenly. The house was fully stocked and had plenty of space on the inside, and there was a large yard, fire pit, and even some nearby farm animals to keep our family entertained outside. The location to Custer and tourist attractions was perfect. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Family Get Together

Close to the city of Custer and the State Park. Great space for families to run and relax!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley L.

Nice cabin close to town

Had everything we needed. Close to town of Custer. Owners were very easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

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

Short getaway

Nice area, close to alot but out of the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivan A.

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

Wonderful Property

It was the perfect property for peace, quiet and relaxation with the family! Super close to Custer for access to an last minute amenities. Really great location as ‘home-base’ with convenient access to all the great parks and hiking SD has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben and Rachel N.

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

Kids loved it

Great family stay on our trip to Mount Rushmore and Custer. The kids loved the property. The house was clean and comfortable. Had what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Great location.

Perfect little house just a few miles from town. Easy short drive into town for food/supplies, but far enough out you have space and privacy. Large yard for kids to run around in and have a fire. Very easy check in, and communication with the host was quick and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk B.

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

Excellent

Great location for all things Black Hills. Enjoyed the area and the place was perfect for us. Spotless in terms of cleanliness, wildlife all around and open area air outside with no one around.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer U.

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

Relaxing country

We enjoyed the Little Red Inn! My kids loved playing in the yard and petting the cows. Gorgeous views for evenings outside and great location close to everything. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Awesome!

We were only able to stay a few nights, but cabin was cute and clean! Close to Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse and Custer is a great little town to do some local shopping. We would stay there again in a heartbeat. Thanks for a great experience!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nita L.

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

Excellent Lodging

The Little Red Inn is a perfect place to have a large group of family stay and be very comfortable! My brothers and their adult children came for my mom’s 80th birthday celebration. The cabin was close to town, very clean and comfortable! We had a great time making s’mores at the fire pit a few nights. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Wonderful!

Amazing location, beautiful area, great property for our family, and a gracious host. Our family was blessed by this host and property experience. I'd highly recommend to anyone! We'll be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Great place close to town

We really enjoyed staying at The Little Red Inn. It was close enough to town to grab dinner or groceries but far enough away to feel secluded. It was also a great launching point for all of the site seeing to be done in the area. The kids loved feeding the cow and catching grasshoppers and frogs in the yard. IT was very quiet, the beds were comfortable and there was room enough for 3 adults and 3 kids under 9.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie S.

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

Lovely little peaceful place

We loved our stay here. I can’t wait to come back next summer. The yard is a great place to relax by the fire pit at the end of the day. We were able to bring our dog and have a safe place for him to stay while we were out exploring the Black Hills. The house is only a 5 minute drive to the grocery store and centrally located to everything you will want to see in the Black Hills. The only thing I could have asked for is more time so we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Comfortable & quiet place to relax!

Most definitely going to be back. Very comfortable, quiet and close to everything. Abundance of wildlife, beautiful large lawn. Two car garage to put side x side & 4 wheelers. Plenty of room for the trailer we brought them on. Neighbors are friendly. What more could you really ask for.....
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celeste L.

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

Great Stay in Custer

We stayed two nights in this rental in Custer and had everything we needed here. The house was exactly how described, other than you have to really push on the front door to get it open. I thought there was another lock on it but we only had to push hard to get it open. The house had all the appliances and kitchen tools that would be needed for a longer stay. Everything was very clean and we even had a bonus welcoming party of a beautiful buck, doe and fawn in the adjacent yard on our arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kristina R.

Perfection

This house was JUST what we wanted. The owners thought of everything...from bikes to s'mores sticks to all the necessary items one needs to get along in a home for a number of days. This little red cabin is close to pretty much anything you'd want to do. We hiked non-stop, rode horses, did the Chuck Wagon roast, swam in a lake, visited Cascade Falls (Google it, it's simply amazing), hiked some more, did Mt. Rushmore, checked out some of the surrounding towns (including Custer) and we were only there for 5 nights. We had four adults and five kids (aged appx 8, 8, 6, 6, 4). The was plenty of wild life and our kids LOVED the cow chilling in the adjacent property. No complaints. Showers were warm, beds were comfortable, decor was cute, laundry facilities were better than I have at home...we were happy. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Even better than we imagined

The Little Red Inn was the absolute perfect place for our visit to South Dakota. The location was just right: we visited Custer State Park almost every day, but also went to Mount Rushmore, Devil's Tower (Wyoming), Badlands National Park, and Wind Cave. It was so nice to have such a comfortable home to come to every night. The house was the perfect size for us, but we could have even had more people stay (we had two adults (sisters) and 3 kids). We utilized the awesome fire pit multiple times, and the kids really enjoyed the large yard to run and play in. There was a super friendly and beautiful cow located in the field next to us, and we were able to feed her and enjoy her company as well! There isn't a single negative thing I can say. Joy and Matt were awesome as well - extremely responsive to any message I sent, and happily provided excellent recommendations for places to eat, shop, and visit. We happened to have our visit take place over the Fourth of July holiday and I can easily say the fireworks show on Pageant Hill in Custer (just a few minutes away from the house) was one of the best we've ever seen! If we ever have another opportunity to visit the area, we will absolutely try and stay at the Little Red Inn again. Great in every way! Thank you Matt and Joy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

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

Will not disappoint

Lovely little home and the property is in a great location. Close to Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Monument. Deer visit every night, and we even were visited by wild turkeys. Down town Custer is very close. Grocery store will have everything you need. Local restaurants are very good. Don't miss out on the breakfast at Dakota Cowboy just a little out of town. We ate there the morning we left for home. The home was just perfect for our family of four. Our boys loved the yard, fire pit and the pretty cows that were right there by the home. We only ate breakfast at the home during our stay, however, this kitchen will have everything you need for each meal. They do offer a grill and a flat top grill that are stored in the garage. There is no central AC, however, with so much to do and see we were not home during the day. We would get home each evening around 7... open the windows with the ceiling fans on and the house cools down very quickly. The windows have wonderful little cranks on them, so quaint. Tons of windows for the view of the yard and the rocks out the side door. Our boys slept well in the bottom bunks, and we slept well in the king master bed. The bed has def. indentions and you sink pretty far in, but we still slept well. Leave the bathroom window by the sink cranked open a tad with the cool SD air blowing in.. heaven! If you are traveling with anyone that has even slight mobility issues just be aware that the front deck to get into the home doesn't have railings on the steps. It would be a little precarious for anyone with issues walking up steps. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Great Base for Black Hills Travel

Everything was great! The house was nice and clean, conveniently located, and best of all was the amazing host. Thanks
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Place

Such a nice place with plenty of room for family/friends. Will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Matt Brown and Joy Falkenburg

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Dr. Joy and her husband, Matt have lived in the Black Hills since 1999. Joy is originally from a ranch south of Custer. In 2013, they purchased the Little Red Inn and opened it for use as a vacation home the following year. They live down the road from the Inn next to Custer State Park with their family and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the Black Hills. Joy works at the local clinic. They know the area well and can help answer any questions. Joy travels extensively and stays in short term rentals. She understands that hat makes stays comfortable, unique and memorable.

Why they chose this property

We live just down the road from the Little Red Inn. It is in a beautiful location and is close enough to both Custer and Custer State Park to be the perfect spot for people who are visiting the Hills. There is a nice creek running thru the pasture and Joy runs her cattle there occasionally . The granite outcroppings east of Custer and Calamity Peak are just across the road from the Little Red Inn. Hiking and mountain biking surround the Red Inn. At night it is quiet. There is a large, green space to play and explore and a firepit for the evenings. Calamity Peak is one of the most photographed granite peaks in the Hills and it is right across the road.
It is fantastic in any season. The snow falling on the granite outcroppings is incredibly beautiful and the green grass and quietness of the Hills are soothing.
I love the two areas of the house where adults can sit and visit but kids could watch TV at night in the lower level. I like to be able to visit with my family when I travel and put kids to bed if need be. Also, kids need a space to run and play. This offers a safe place for them to play and enjoy the outdoors. It’s nice to be able to do laundry and stretch out on the deck after a day of sight seeing.

What makes this property unique

A true Black Hills Experience. Enjoy the night air around the firepit. During the day, go see the sights.

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