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Large Retreat*Mountain Views*Close to Custer

Holiday home with kitchen, near Black Hills National Forest

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Located in the heart of Black Hills National Forest, this log home offers a serene retreat with one-of-a-kind views of The Needles and Black Elk Peak. With 5 spacious bedrooms, a large front deck, and sprawling 4 acres of land for wildlife viewing, your family will feel at ease in this expansive property.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Large Retreat*Mountain Views*Close to Custer

This log home is perfect for taking time to spend with your family in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. One of a kind views of the Black Hills National Forest, The Needles and Black Elk Peak, just 5 minutes to Custer State Park, 20 minutes to Mount Rushmore, 15 minutes to Jewel Cave, 20 minutes to Wind Cave National Park, and so much more.

This home is located just outside of Custer, South Dakota near grocery, local shopping and dining options. With 5 large bedrooms, sleeps 12, new furniture and beds, 3 bathrooms and comfortable seating. Large 2 car garage to keep vehicles safe. Your family will enjoy space to spread out, 4 acres of land and wild life viewing at every corner. Large front deck with views of the Black Hills, large living room and dining room, large kitchen, downstairs entertainment area, and back deck with propane fire table and BBQ grill.

Spend your vacation with us creating memories with your family and friends in Custer, South Dakota.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Needles At The White Buffalo
VL1BRQ998M
Needles View at the White Buffalo Lodge Custer
Needles View at the White Buffalo Lodge Private vacation home

About the area

Located in Custer, this holiday home 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 Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Big Rock Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Monument Health Custer Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Grand Magic Show - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Way Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Retreat*Mountain Views*Close to Custer pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Large Retreat*Mountain Views*Close to Custer?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large Retreat*Mountain Views*Close to Custer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Retreat*Mountain Views*Close to Custer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Retreat*Mountain Views*Close to Custer located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Big Rock Park and Harbach Centennial Park. Way Park and Monument Health Custer Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Large Retreat*Mountain Views*Close to Custer Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaun W.

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

Stay

Enjoyed the place. It was very inviting and cozy. Quiet neighborhood and close to town and other amenities. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

emelise c.

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

Perfect Location

The Needles View house was the perfect location for our visit to the Black Hills. We traveled there to visit and hike in the national parks of the area and in Custer State Park. We had a wonderful stay, and the location of the house was not far from our points of interest and trails. We also appreciated the extras provided by the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna S.

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

Great property and location

We really enjoyed our stay at Needles View. We spent a great amount of time enjoying our view and weather from the front porch. The kitchen was well stocked and it was conveniently located near groceries and restaurants. Our dog enjoyed watching wildlife from the front porch and the yard was huge and fun to play games and run. This location was within a half hour of most everything we wanted to go see and do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

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

Sturgis 2023

Stayed during the Sturgis rally. Very quiet. It was cool enough at night, however, installing AC would be a plus. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M., Berwyn

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

Wonderful Property

This property was just what we were looking for. The view out the living room window was breath taking. This cabin was nestled on a couple of acres near town. There was plenty of wildlife to watch each morning and to have the view of the mountains was incredible. I spent a couple of mornings enjoying a cup of coffee on the front porch watching the sunrise. It was nice to have a cabin centrally located to neighboring attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy K.

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

Custer stay

We had a beautiful view. Enjoyed the wildlife. The location was great. The cabin had enough room for all of us. Overall the cabin was nice BUT I wish they would have told us the air in one bedroom was not working or a couple burners on the stove didnt work or the basement showerhead leaked. I even emailed the host and asked if there was anything we needed to know. Communication prevents frustrations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Sally O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Bring clip-on lights or flashlight if you read in bed

Bad news first: Lighting and furniture is minimal. I hear some property owners do that because of Sturgis Rally in August. Okay. Makes sense. But for the rest of us, there's inadequate lighting in the bedrooms. The pellet stove was out of service.You must have a subscription to a streaming service to use the TV.Good news: great location. Lots of space. Quiet. Plenty of cooking supplies in the kitc hen. It was a snowy weekend so we appreciated being able to park on a garage. Good communication. The pelletb
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great place for family and pet friendly close to Mt Rushmore and Wind Cave National Park!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kiya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice location, got to see a lot of wildlife in the yard throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place to stay and enjoy the black hills!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location that was very convenient to all attractions. Plenty of room for fmily to decompress
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay. Everything worked great. Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori V.

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

Cozy Home With A Sweet View

We enjoyed our stay at this Custer property. The home was as described, as well as clean, well-supplied and quiet. Definitely recommend it for a large group visit to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy F.

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

Great location and view.

Wonderful size for a large family. Basement was a little musty smelling, but there were humidifiers running. Kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans and appliances. It did need kitchen towels .
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Black hills adventure

Great view and the house worked great for our size of group.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Black Hills 24

We had an amazing week cooking great food, gathering at a large table for meals, watching deer and turkeys play right outside the porch, and enjoying the beautiful Black Hills!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANK D.

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

Family gather

This was perfect for us, 12 people from 4 to 87, four generations. It worked very well, easy to get to all the iconic sites on our list. Coffee on the porch with deer and turkey in the yard was a bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lots of room for families!

We loved the many bedrooms for our family and my in-laws. The kitchen was well-stocked and the space was comfy with beautiful views. The house is in a nice location, close to everything but feels private and secluded. The motorcyclists in our group loved the garage space, and there was plenty of room to park.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Custer vacation

Our stay was nice. We had a few issues with things not working like the a/c, ceiling fan, and some burners on the stove but the manager of the property was aware and working in getting things right. The basement bedrooms could use some rugs and the bathroom downstairs was not good but there were 2 nice ones upstairs. Decent place for the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

carmie m.

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

Perfect Location, wildlife every night

We loved this property for us and dogs. Great place for them to run and we seen deer and turkeys every morning and night. Has cable TV. Not just WiFi tv. We enjoy relaxing in the evening and watching the news. Only wish would be chairs to sit on the front porch. Like rocking or Adirondack style.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Michelle R.

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

Great view, needs a little TLC

We were pleased with the size of the location, the view, and access to town. There are few appliances that need some TLC and there were no extra blankets. With a few repairs it would be an easy 5.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROSE V.

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

Beautiful View

House was amazing! Very comfortable. Furnishings were very nice. Kitchen had all cooking utensils needed. Views of the Needles and deer and turkey from front deck! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay V.

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

Great for a group

Nice and clean. Plenty of room. Had fun watching the local wild life! Host was very accommodating. Once the third shower is complete will be even better! Only suggestion would be putting lights by the end of the deck to see the steps at night. Maybe just angle the outside light? Otherwise great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor R.

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

Bike week

We enjoyed the stay tremendously
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jerry A.

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

What a fantastic view

Loved setting in the living room area looking at the views. Very relaxing just enjoying the mountains from the front porch. Very quiet and relaxing just soaking it all up. The needles district with Silvan lake had to me my favorite area. Also loved the buffalo heard blocking the road in the south end of the park. Just setting in the car watching the funny things buffalo do. All so very close to the house. Great new memory’s
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022