Original Log Cabin At Entrance To Custer State Park Overlooking Stockade Lake

Custer, South Dakota
$251 avg/night
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

The original cabin was built circa 1930, and remains true to this day to it's beginnings; however some years later the kitchen, bath and bedroom were added to offer more space and the modern conveniences. The log walls in the living room are chinked with real buffalo hide and all the décor pays homage to the history and settling of the area. We have displayed a collection of Indian related items and artwork, as well as memorabilia of the old west, homesteading, hunting and trapping...all of which were a part of Black Hills history. The cabin sits on several acres, sharing a border with Forest Service, and only about 1500 ft. from the entrance to Custer State Park, one of the largest state parks in the USA.
The large living room's focal point is a beautiful, native rock arched fireplace with a gas log to take the chill off on cool evenings as well as contribute to the cozy ambiance. There is a full-size sofa bed. With the queen bed and double bed in the bedroom, there is room for up to six people to stay. There is a large, flat screen TV also in the living room, and access to internet. We do have a washer and dryer available for longer-stay guests. The charming country kitchen has a wonderful, huge window above the sink, affording a lovely view. And, the kitchen is equipped with full-size appliances, microwave, coffeemaker, toaster, dishes, pots and pans. We also stock basic staples such as coffee, sugar, salt and pepper, and also condiments like ketchup and mustard. We are actually licensed as a B&B, but instead of preparing a meal for you at a set time and place, we simply provide you with some fresh foods in the fridge, fresh fruits, cereals and most often something freshly baked. The well water here is so good you will not want bottled water, and has been tested periodically for safety. We have bicycles for your use, with a hiking, bicycle paved trail adjacent which goes to Custer. In Custer, this paved trail joins the Mickelson Trail, which is a rails-to-trails pathway which transverses the entire Black Hills south to north, with many trail heads to access sections.
If you like wildlife watching, just sit outside (or simply look out any window in the cabin) in the morning or maybe at sunset and don't be surprised if you see deer or turkey watching you. We will keep a supply of feed available to give them a treat, but be warned that if you do, they will be back!
As owners, we take pride in keeping the cabin up to your expectations. We do our own cleaning, and do not charge a cleaning fee. We are the new owners and our goal will be to do all we can to ensure your visit here is pleasant.

NEWS BULLETIN: We have just finished building another cabin on the Stockade Lake Cabin property. This will enable a larger family or group of friends to book both cabins and have more space and bathrooms! Or, for just two or three guests who don't need the space of the big cabin and want to save money, as Hunter's Cabin will be available at a much lower rate. The vrbo listing number for Hunter's Cabin is 1349230, so please check it out. The new cabin is a rustic type, one room concept with full bath and kitchen, and covered porch. I have included some pics of Hunter’s cabin on this site, so you can see what is available if you are needing two cabins on same location

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1050 Sq Ft (98 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Cave Exploring Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Video Library TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Designated Smoking Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Smoking Outside Is Allowed, With Seating Areas. Thin Carpet In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Chrysanne R.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Comfy, cozy clean! Great host to answer any questions! Great location to all.

  • Patricia J.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin and surrounding property was beautiful and the perfect size for the two of us. Roberta was a great host and was there for us when we had questions. I highly recommend this property.

  • Michelle T.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Our stay at this cabin was great. We loved being so close to Custer State Park. Roberta was a sweetheart. She put out snacks for us for when we arrived, which was much appreciated.

  • Cindy M.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    We absolutely enjoyed our stay at the cabin! Roberta was an amazing hostess, greeting us at check in, and answering any questions we had. The cabin is cozy and felt like home. Breakfast on the front porch is a must!

  • rob f.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    Great time

  • Traci M.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    Simply the Best !! Roberta is a lovely and amazing host and her cabin is so wonderful - we had the best time here !! Clean and cozy with everything you need plus some sweet and thoughtful extras - muffins, orange juice, fruit, coffee & tea. Beautifully decorated with plenty of space - from the comfort of the bed, to the view from the porch, to the rustic fireplace - books, and games and information on local eats and everywhere to visit. Perfectly located AT the entrance to Custer State Park and central to everything. We drove 1275 miles to all points east, west, north and south and came back to this awesome home base every night during our week stay. Saw Custer State Park and all the scenic drives, Devil’s Tower, Mount Coolidge, Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, Spearfish Canyon, Sturgis, the Mammoth Site, Minute Man Missile Site, Deadwood, Wall Drug, Jewel Cave, Wind Cave, Crazy Horse, Stockade Lake, Sylvan Lake, deer, cattle, horses, pronghorns, mountain goat, elk, birds, prairie dogs and bison ( so many babies). Simply the Best !!

  • vicki j.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    We loved everything about our trip.

  • Aaron J.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    Very comfortable older home. Perfect location to get to custer state park, mt rushmore, crazy horse, needles highway, wildlife scenic route.

  • Nicole S.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    Was a great location during a very busy time due to the bike rally. Felt safe and was easy to find and come and go. Plenty of space yet cozy. Beautiful quiet mornings and evenings. The one issue was it stated there was internet but it did not work, however probably just as well, kept me from doing too much work on vacation :)

  • timothy s.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    Was very clean and had everything we needed

  • Ronnie G.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    An absolutely wonderful stay and lodging for us -- thoroughly enjoyed it. Roberta is a great host. The cabin is wonderful, the setting beautiful, and everything very easy. We will be back.

  • Casey M.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    Roberta is a fantastic host and the cabin was everything we needed. I highly recommend!

  • Charles Robert S.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2024

    Stayed Jun 3, 2024

    This cabin embodies the spirit of the Black Hills. It is ideally situated for access to all of the best of Custer State Park. We had a wonderful time! .

  • Sherry S.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2024

    Stayed May 17, 2024

    Roberta was a great hostess, who walked us through everything about the cabin, was available if we needed her, but left us alone. The cabin was spacious, decorated with unique antiques and replicas, had a great front porch with a view of Stockade Lake. The location was right at Custer State Park entrance and about five minutes from the town of Custer. Most other attractions were close by, so it was the perfect location for visiting Mount Rushmore, hiking, biking, kayaking, seeing lots of wildlife, visiting caves, and shopping. We had never been to the Black Hills and thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay!

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