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Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets
TV
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 774 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Custer, SD
  • Popular Location1881 Courthouse Museum9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSylvan Lake24 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrazy Horse Memorial25 min drive
  • AirportRapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)62 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest

Elk Haven is a collection of 5 cabins on a 7 acre property located in the Black Hills, on the edge of Custer, SD. Our          Cabins are ideal for families, reunions, hunters and group gatherings ...as well as a romantic getaway for two.  Because          our cabins are centrally located to all the area's wonderful Black Hills          and Mt. Rushmore attractions, it's only minutes until you're back "Home"          to rest and enjoy the natural beauty and serenity right off the deck of          your Black Hills cabin.
There is a master bedroom with queen bed and closet, with direct access to a spacious bathroom with a shower.  The loft area above is divided for privacy and has 2 queen beds.  There is also a living and dining room area. Each cabin has a full kitchen with all the amenities of home which include stove, refrigerator, toaster, coffee pot, blender, dinnerware, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, bakeware; everything down to spice rack, dish/hand soap, hand and paper towels. Each          Cabin has it own private deck with outdoor furniture, BBQ with tools, and great views of wildlife! Elk Haven is a great          space for a family to spread out and get comfortable and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Black Hills.
Check out our newest property located just 3/4 of a mile up the road past the cabins.  The Bluebird's Nest is a brand new garage apartment with a master bedroom and bunk room.  It has one Twin XL and one Full size bed in the bunk room, Queen bed in master bedroom, and queen pullout couch in the living room.  The kitchen has  a full size refridgerator/dishwasher and microwave.  Bathroom with double vanity.  This location has heat and A/C.  Property backs up to Forest Service and view of Crazy Horse. Peaceful and beautiful location.

Property manager

Beth Paulson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lb per pet)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Nestled against the Black Hills National Forest Custer
325904

About the area

Custer

This chalet is located in Custer. While the natural beauty of Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sylvan Lake. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 9 min drive
  • Custer State Park - 20 min drive
  • Needles Highway - 23 min drive
  • Sylvan Lake - 24 min drive
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - 10 min drive
  • Purple Pie Place - 9 min drive
  • Gold Pan Saloon - 10 min drive
  • Laughing Water Restaur - 17 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest located?

Situated in Custer, this chalet is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Rocky Knolls Golf Course and within 6 miles (10 km) of Black Hills National Forest and Grand Magic Show. 1881 Courthouse Museum and Monument Health Custer Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cailey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
April Trip
The hosts of the Blue Birds nest are super friendly and helpful. The place was super cute and perfect for our groups to stay in. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Rifle, CO D.

Liked: Cleanliness
December
Weather unseasonably warm, clear and few people
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Bird Nest in the Woods
The Blue Bird Nest cabin was the perfect choice for us. It was clean and comfortable with a well-stocked kitchen where we cooked our meals each night after a day of hiking the various trails in Custer State Park. The views from the cabin are picturesque and we saw lots of dear in the area. The owners live on the property, but gave us complete privacy and were available by text if we needed anything (which we didn’t). The town of Custer is a few miles away and has lots of nice restaurants and a supermarket. By the end of our stay, we felt like this cabin in the woods gave us the complete experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and amenities
Stayed with a friend and used it as a base for exploring the Black Hills and Badlands over four days. Incredibly convenient and central location while safely and quietly located in a quiet neighborhood, just minutes from Custer. The property is gorgeous and the amenities were all as described with generously proportioned rooms. We were very pleased with our entire stay and would recommend highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
You can see Crazy Horse from the hill on this property! Close to Custer State Park, Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Very clean and new construction. Great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with family
Worked great for our family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
This apartment is set in such a beautiful setting, surrounded by the best Black Hills hillsides. The kids found plenty of fun on the rocks and hillside surrounding the cabin. You are technically right beside the property owner, but you feel miles away from civilization with an entrance that opens facing away from the homeowner's home. The house is clean, easy to use, and had plenty of room for our family of four. The property owners were available when needed and were friendly to chat with. We hope to make it back again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Retreat
The Blue Bird's nest was such a perfect spot for our family of 5. We did lots of sight seeing during the day, but loved coming back to a picturesque spot to relax in the evenings. Such a beautiful property, off the main roads, fully stocked apartment, and wonderful accommodating hosts! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot!
Such an easy process, communication was great and it was wonderful to have the place to come back to at the end of the day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Blue Birds Nest
This was our first time doing a vrbo and it worked out perfectly for us. The location was central to everything we were doing and the place felt almost like home. Kitchen was supplied with everything we needed to make our meals. Would rent again if we return to the black hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022