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Needles Nest: Secluded Cabin with Hot Tub

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Nestled on 3 acres of gorgeous forest, the cabin provides tranquility & privacy.
Spread out & relax in this updated & spacious cabin around the gas fireplace.
Cuddle with a loved one while watching the sunrise over the mountain ridge.
The kitchen is stocked and has a Keurig plus drip coffee maker.
Enjoy a family-style meal around the large table (more seating at the counter).

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12239.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Sylvan Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Crazy Horse Memorial
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Basement Butterfly Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Basement King Room

1 King Bed

Basement Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs King Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Needles Nest: Secluded Cabin with Hot Tub

Needles Nest offers a serene natural setting for large groups who seek a peaceful retreat with all the conveniences. The cabin has central A/C, a hot tub, and plenty of room to spread out with 5 bedrooms (2 have king beds) & 2 bathrooms.

FAMILIES: Needles Nest is kid-friendly with air hockey, foosball, board games, books, highchairs, 2 family rooms, & a large TV. Plus, all ages will love exploring the property & watching the deer & wild turkeys that visit often.

UNBEATABLE SETTING: Enjoy a cup of coffee or a quiet evening on the wrap-around deck that provides beautiful views of 3 acres of whispering pines, majestic granite outcroppings, and wildlife. The firepit (when wildfire conditions allow) & hammocks are perfect places to unwind under the stars.

PERFECT LOCATION: Countless mountain adventures are nearby: Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore, cave tours, Crazy Horse, Needles Highway, & Mickelson Trail. Plus, there’s an abundance of hiking, fishing, kayaking, UTV off-roading, and swimming just down the road. After a busy day of touring, get off the beaten path and come home to the comforts and tranquility of Needles Nest!

DISCOUNTS: Ask about reduced rates for small groups (<6) Nov-April.

VIDEO WALK-THROUGH: Search "Needles Nest: Custer SD Vacation Rental" on YouTube for a video walk-through.

Please note: Due to a short, steep hill on our gravel road, AWD is recommended if there’s ice/snow, and it’s not motorcycle-friendly.

Property manager

Candace Dockter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised to ensure safety.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Laughter’s encouraged, but no loud parties please.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
In order to not overload the septic system and cause a messy situation, the max number of guests is important (no extras beyond 12, including guests).
To reduce the risk of wildfires, we only allow campfires when the wildfire risk is minimal, and we ask you carefully follow our safety guidelines.
Security cameras are used to monitor the driveway only. There are no other cameras.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Laughter’s encouraged, but no loud parties please.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Needles Highway and Granite Sports. 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

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Custer State Park - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 26 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 42 min drive - 23.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Bell Lodge - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Needles Nest: Secluded Cabin with Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Needles Nest: Secluded Cabin with Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Needles Nest: Secluded Cabin with Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Needles Nest: Secluded Cabin with Hot Tub located?

This family-friendly Custer holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Big Rock Park and Harbach Centennial Park. Black Hills National Forest is 1.3 mi (2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Great stay

Great location for exploring the black hills, close to everything as well as a quiet, private location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josie C.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our Vrbo and it was a beautiful house. We were always greated by a mom and 2 baby deer in the mornings and evenings on the property. It was a great location, it was still close to town but secluded. Also very centrally located to all the places we visited!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pearline W.

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

Highly recommended

If you’re in the area, I highly recommend staying there. Hostess was super and the location was perfect to get to all the places we wanted to see.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni T.

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

Great Custer Home

Property was great! Location is a great home base. House was super clean and organized! Had plenty of towels, beds were comfy. Great home for a Black Hills getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel G.

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

AMAZING PLACE

Perfect house, has everything. My family really felt in love with the place. Everybody whish to come back. Host very attent and friendly. Location couldn't be better, close to many attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Perfect

Remote setting was great for getting away, yet conveniently close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine H.

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

Perfect house. Perfect location

7 friends traveling together and we had a wonderful stay at Needles Nest. Plenty of room for everyone. The location was convenient to all the fun activities close to Custer. The nearby Big Rock Trail was a pleasant surprise with an overlook of Custer. We didn’t want to leave. Thank you Candace for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elease K.

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

Cozy Nest

We had a wonderful time staying in what truly can be described as a nest, you’re nestled in and surrounded by nature, rocks, trees, etc. Your close to town, but you don’t feel like it. We enjoyed the yard the house and the surroundings.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth O.

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

Family vacation in the Black Hills

The property and views are amazing! It's great to have your own private mountain residence, walkable to Custer! We appreciated the children's toys and books. We had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great time over our 5 day stay. The 5 bedrooms was great for us as all the adults and kids had their own rooms. Beds were comfy and on the soft side so if you prefer a firm bed just a warning, but we enjoyed them. We had deer around every morning and throughout the day. Even had a group of turkeys wander through one afternoon. Had a nice Weber grill for cooking and the wrap around deck is wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy W.

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

Annual trout fishing trip

This property fits our family size of 12 well. It is spacious and in a grand location. It is conveniently located near a grocery store. The property manager replies immediately to any communication.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Beautiful property, beautiful home!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at needles nest! The home had plenty of room for our party of 12 and was well stocked with toiletries, kitchen utensils and appliances, we were very impressed. Candace was easy to communicate with and we would definitely recommend this place to a friend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie B.

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

Perfect Location

Beautiful location and easy access to all there is to see in Custer or Keystone. The property is spacious and the yard was the perfect outdoor playground for our kids. We loved that there were toys and books to play with in the house as well. It all felt very private too. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny and Laurene C.

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

Perfect Lodging in the Hills

This beautiful home is in the perfect location to all of the attractions in the Black Hills. Our great grandchildren were amazed to catch plenty of peeks at the local wildlife. As older adults this was such a relaxing and lovely location. A grocery store was near by as well as some very good restaurants. The home had all of our needs for cooking. The kids loved playing with the toys. The Host was very attentive to questions and kept in contact. Our trip was well enjoyed :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

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

Loved the wrap around porch

Wonderful property! Centrally located by so many great destinations. House up on the hill above the city of Custer so easy to get groceries, or stop by the great Mexican restaurant in town or quickly get to the main roads yet you feel very remote. Wrap around porch let us sit in the sun or shade any time of day!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

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

Needles nest

Excellent property! We stayed with two families and had plenty of space for 11 people. The house was clean and the beds were incredible! The location of the house was spot on to all the attractions we visited. Would definitely recommend to anyone traveling to the Black Hills area!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Exactly what we needed!

We came here for my 40th birthday and it was perfect! Cute cabin with wilderness feel yet close to town- we had a campfire one night and it was amazing to star gaze.very nice that the lower level is another living space since we had a bigger group. Coffee on the wrap around deck watching a deer and her fawn was definitely a highlight!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Excellent accommodations with beautiful views and close to Custer

The place had enough space for all 12 of us and worked great for kids and adults. Everything we needed was supplied. Candace was extremely responsive. Great views, private, but within minutes of Custer. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., Yankton

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

Cabin was what we expected

We needed a cabin close to our family in Hot Springs and this did exactly that. Its location just outside Custer made it easier for us to get Pizza from town. It made for a nice getaway before the new year begins. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean T.

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

Extended Family Vacation in SD

Excellent stay! Candace was an excellent and accommodating host. Everything was as described and more! The location is on the heart of all attractions. We were within 45 minutes of everything. The home was updated and spacious. We couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you for a wonderful location for our trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Needles Nest

Great property, great location, had everything we needed. Took our adult children for a vacay and they got to see the Needles mountains, Mt. Rushmore, the Badlands, the Buffalo roundup, got to go 4 wheeling and we all had a great time. The property didnt dissapoint, plenty of room and nice and comfy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri Z.

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

Needles Nest is the Best!

This property was perfect for us. It was well stocked with everything you could need and had lots of thoughtful touches such as a welcome basket, coozies and treats! My 3 year old grandson loved running around the spacious wrap around deck and running in the yard. He also loved all of the toys provided. There is a beautiful area for a bon fire, but the conditions were too dry to have one. There were 8 of us but room for more if your group is bigger. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Cute & cozy home in the perfect location!

We loved our stay at Needles Nest! It was perfect for our 2 families, one on each level of the home. We never felt cramped! The house is right in the town of Custer, but feels like miles out of town. We had deer in the yard every day and the kids loved tossing carrots out for them to munch on! Super close to Custer State park, Sylvan Lake, Wildlife loop, Mount Rushmore, and so much more! Stay here! You won’t regret it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

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

Review

Great property. The only issue we had was if you have women trying to get ready, downstairs bath does not have any plugs near the sink for hair drying, curling irons etc. I know that’s picky but it is a great thing to know if you are women!!🤗
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista L.

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

Great Location

The home was spacious and located well to see everything we wanted to. Host responded quickly. Would be a great spot for a small Family reunion.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Candace Dockter

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Hello! My family of five is from eastern South Dakota and we make Needles Nest our home seasonally. My husband is a GIS vegetation scientist, and I stay home with our children. Our family enjoys hiking, reading, crafting, and music.

Why they chose this property

While we both grew up on the prairie, the Black Hills have always held a special place in our hearts. We bought Needles Nest because the house offers enough space and rooms for multiple families or friends to gather, and the gorgeous property provides the tranquilly and rest so many desire. We thoughtfully designed and furnished Needles Nest with families in mind, and we hope it feels like home when you're visiting!

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