Title: Large Retreat*Mountain Views*Close to Custer Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Large Retreat\*Mountain Views\*Close to Custer Holiday home with kitchen, near Black Hills National Forest ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69920000/69913200/69913152/c5c1dcdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69920000/69913200/69913152/12f2c020.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69920000/69913200/69913152/9363ac5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69920000/69913200/69913152/c97eb80a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69920000/69913200/69913152/72bd5f5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, table football](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114470000/114461600/114461531/7500ccb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Custer Pines with Hot Tub & Pet Friendly Custer - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=114461531&PinnedHotelID=114461531&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56230000/56224500/56224460/6505fa30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TRI-LEVEL HOUSE WITH HUGE DECK AND AMAZING VIEWS OF THE BLACK HILLS Custer - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=56224460&PinnedHotelID=56224460&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70970000/70964500/70964425/a529eb11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grandpa’s Place. 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Sleeps 8 adults comfortably Custer - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 129 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=18973586&PinnedHotelID=18973586&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.75907%2C-103.58340&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sF_3cFjcsDjN6eJg7V-iY56v7uo=) Custer, SD #### What's nearby - 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Custer State Park - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles - Crazy Horse Memorial - 16 min drive - 8.1 miles - Sylvan Lake - 17 min drive - 9.2 miles - Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 31 min drive - 17.3 miles #### Getting around - Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 65 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Miner's Cup - ‬19 min walk - ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬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. ### 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Large Retreat\*Mountain Views\*Close to Custer Reviews 9.6 ### 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 26 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori V. 27 Apr 2025 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. ##### Lori V. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephen R. 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Black hills adventure Great view and the house worked great for our size of group. ##### Stephen R. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kathy F. 14 Jul 2025 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 . ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3e244fab-499d-4d7c-9234-a089d0b02c02-1752513673856.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kathy F. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shaun W. 27 May 2024 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 ##### Shaun W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### FRANK D. 15 Jun 2023 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. ##### FRANK D. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Jun 2023 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly B. 28 Sept 2024 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! ##### Kimberly B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shauna S. 19 Jul 2024 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. ##### Shauna S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen M., Berwyn 18 Oct 2023 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. ##### Kathleen M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kimberly S. 11 Jul 2024 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. ##### Kimberly S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### carmie m. 18 Sept 2021 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. ##### carmie m. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dorothy K. 19 Jun 2024 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. ##### Dorothy K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robb 4 Apr 2025 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! ##### Robb Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sally O. 12 Dec 2024 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 ##### Sally O. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris P. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in ##### Chris P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly W. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Kelly W. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thad G. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Thad G. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### emelise c. 22 Sept 2023 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. ##### emelise c. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy K. 13 Aug 2023 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! ##### Nancy K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Michelle R. 15 Jun 2023 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. ##### Michelle R. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROSE V. 4 Oct 2022 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. ##### ROSE V. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay V. 20 Sept 2022 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. ##### Jay V. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eleanor R. 10 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bike week We enjoyed the stay tremendously ##### Eleanor R. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jerry A. 26 Jul 2022 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 ##### jerry A. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa F. 26 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### South Dakota didn't disappoint Property is located close many things. The host really makes sure you are taken care of. The house is furnished with everything you could need and more. The property is beautifully kept and in a serene setting. I would stay there again and again. ##### Lisa F. Stayed 5 nights in May 2022