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Big Horn Lodge - Rare Cabin Bordering Custer State Park - Absolute Seclusion and Serenity

Holiday home in Custer with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Living Room
Big Horn Lodge
den

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Custer State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Stockade Lake
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Big Horn Lodge - Rare Cabin Bordering Custer State Park - Absolute Seclusion and Serenity

Experience a true wilderness environment with no other homes within view. Relax on the deck or patio and absorb the scent of pine, feel subtle forest breezes, and view wildlife in their natural habitat. Gaze upon brilliant stars during quiet and calm evenings. Our guests say that pictures can not do the home and location justice.
This home of rustic elegance is set on a scenic meadow completely surrounded by thousands of acres of Custer State Park and National Forest with no other homes within a quarter+ mile. No highway noise, nothing but forest, scenery and wildlife around you. Stroll across the meadow or set off by foot into Custer State Park or National Forest wilderness. Excellent road and driveway conditions with easy access provide for a stress free location. A roomy oversize two car garage for your vehicles.
Located just 7 miles southeast of Custer, South Dakota only minutes from Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument, Needles Highway, Slyvan Lake, 1880 Train, Biking, Boating, Swimming, (Stockade Lake) only 3 miles away, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, and everything else the Black Hills have to offer.
Everything from a blender, baking pans, teapot, toaster, griddle, crockpot, etc to a wine bottle opener is available. Hair dryers in both bathrooms. All linens, dish soap, hand soap, laundry soap, kleenex, paper towels, and more are provided. No Pets, No Smoking and no phone as cell service is excellent. Not suitable for toddlers as the stair well banister is not toddler safe. Children over age 6 are welcome if behaved and under constant supervision.


3 Queen, 1 King, 4 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms and fully equipped kitchen
Laundry room with large washer and dryer machines providing soaps (no need to do laundry we provide all the linens needed)
Unique log electric fireplace located in ground level living room (complete with beautiful views of national forest and meadow)
Hair Dryer
Heating and central Air conditioning
Internet with great Wi Fi
Garage large and roomy
Living rooms on both upper and lower levels
Excellent cell phone coverage
large deck and enormous lawn offer plenty of room for all kinds of family play.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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, lock the doors and return the keys
Please don't wash any towels or linens as we have them commercially done.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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 Holy Terror Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Custer State Park - 14 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Stockade Lake - 22 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 39 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 39 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 45 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Horn Lodge - Rare Cabin Bordering Custer State Park - Absolute Seclusion and Serenity pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Horn Lodge - Rare Cabin Bordering Custer State Park - Absolute Seclusion and Serenity?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Horn Lodge - Rare Cabin Bordering Custer State Park - Absolute Seclusion and Serenity?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Horn Lodge - Rare Cabin Bordering Custer State Park - Absolute Seclusion and Serenity located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 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 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig & Mary D.

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

Amazing Serenity

We had a wonderful stay at Big Horn Lodge! It was quiet, secluded with an abundance of stars, while at the same time provided easy access to all the things we wanted to do in the Black Hills! The best of both worlds! The house was well equipped with lots of room for everyone to be together comfortably. The hosts were attentive and responsive. We are grateful to have found such a gem! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

corinne h.

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

Worth every penny

Great place great host great location. We loved being able to get away from the crowds to this gorgeous home surrounded by nature.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray D.

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

A True Getaway

While being only 7 miles from Custer. It is a true getaway with only the sounds of nature. It's also a very nice place with 2 family rooms. Wonderful decor matching the atmosphere of the region. Super clean too.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Peaceful Serenity

Beautiful serene place to reconnect with family and nature! We loved the amenities and remoteness of the Big Horn Lodge! Room for all of us to be together as well as have privacy. We braved some of the local ATV and hiking trails around Custer. Loved the fire pit and patio areas to congregate. We thoroughly enjoyed our week here-was a wonderful escape to focus on fun, food, faith, and family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Custer State Park Area

This property was exactly as the pictures and description said it would be and even better! Secluded, peaceful and beautiful! Our weather was perfect as well! We hiked, biked, explored, played games and just had a great time on this family vacation. We cooked at home and could eat out on the deck or patio to enjoy the outdoors even more. I thank the owners for sharing their place with their guests and hope to return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pandora

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

Excellent family vacation

Our family ranged in age from 84 to 16. We had the best family vacation. So glad we rented the house instead of a hotel. We were able to spend great quality family time together whereas in hotel rooms we would have all went to separate rooms for the evening. The home is absolutely beautiful and the location was amazing! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

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

Exceeds all expectations

Wow- what can I say about Big Horn Lodge? This was our first family trip (that included our now adult children) since 2015. I could not have asked for a more amazing and perfect place for our family. As incredible as the pictures are, it’s even more impressive in person. The house is beautiful, spotless, and had everything we could have possibly needed. The owners were so responsive and helpful when we had a question. The location… wow- the location. It’s so serene and private. Sitting on the deck, drinking coffee and listening to the pronghorns was surreal. This was our first trip out west so I wanted a central location so we could do day trips to many locations. This was perfect! We went to Devils Tower, Mt. Rushmore, Needles Hwy, Spearfish Canyon, Badlands, Wall Drug and so much more. My husband and son fished Stockade Lake and me and my daughter visited Reptile Gardens. We loved the Wildlife Loop and did it several times since it was so close. Being at Custer State Park made the exploring easy and convenient. I realize this is quite a long review, but I want others to know how perfect this property is. We stay at many mountain cabins and this was by far the nicest. With our children getting older, this time together was priceless. I’m so thankful for the memories all brought about by Big Horn Lodge.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Custer stay

Great location - house felt like home
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Would stay again

Loved the place. The beds were very comfortable. My kids enjoyed each having their own bedroom. The kitchen was great, had all the dishes we needed. Location was central to everything we did. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Beautiful scenery, with spectacular night sky.

Great place to stay with family, close to many activities in state park. Beautiful site, clean and neat property. Everything you could want or need close at hand.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Beautiful Home

Beautiful home. Peaceful and quiet. We enjoyed our stay there and hope to visit again someday!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky P.

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

Quiet and peaceful

Wonderful property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Spectacular!!

This place was absolutely amazing! Everything and more than we expected! The owners are great and the location was gorgeous!! This place is definitely worth going to you won’t regret it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celeste R.

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

Super secluded and close to nature

Wonderful property. The thoughtful owners provided odds and ends and marketing wasn’t too far away. Lots of deer and beautiful skies. Two floors with full bathrooms on each floor and a very workable kitchen. Lots of seating inside and outside. Beautiful rock gardens and scenery. Two families worked well within the space. We thoroughly loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

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

Seclusion

Beautiful cabin and grounds. Quiet and serene location. If owner ever wants to sell, please contact me................Terry
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great secluded cabin

The property is beautiful and peaceful! Deer visited daily. Quiet; and stars are amazing when the sky is clear. Comfy cabin. Responsive owners when power went out. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

Great stay, site was “as listed”

Everything was great with the cabin! It was very clean, organized, secluded and it matched the description. I was impressed with the area and the entire stay was amazing! The check-in/out was easy. My only negative would be that Scott is based out of a remote location and if something would have happened I feel like it would have been extremely hard to get someone out to help. I would highly recommend anyone who wants a quiet secluded cabin in the Custer state park to pick this one!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

LESA J.

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

Great vacation

Beautiful property. Nicely secluded. Able to see the Milky Way every night which was a real treat for us city folk. Everything we needed was there. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Anne G.

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

Excellent Location for a Black Hills Visit!

The property was centrally located to everywhere we went! It was so beautiful and peaceful looking out at the yard or sitting in front of the fire pit. There were plenty of kitchen and laundry supplies, dishes, and cooking utensils. We were gone exploring from 9:30 in the morning until 5:00 or so in the evening. We spent our evenings playing cards at the large dining table. We really enjoyed the house and location. Thanks Scott!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Amazing property

Our stay at the big horn lodge did not disappoint. The property was perfect and our kids loved it. The variety of wildlife was amazing to see everyday. This was the best home we have stayed at so far, well stocked with anything you needed. We hope to come back again someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Serenity

The perfect house to rent. The property is fantastic. Great location. Loved it!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Amazing place

Beautiful home and very secluded location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

TIM L.

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

Another Fantastic Stay in Custer

This house is one of a kind with a great view and excellent access to Custer State Park! everyone was thoroughly impressed with this house. Everything is well maintained and exactly what the listing describes! Thank You and cannot wait till next time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Peaceful paradise

Very tranquil, nice place to get away from the crowds of black hills attractions, easy access to state park. Nice and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

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