Needles Nest: Secluded Cabin with Hot Tub

Custer, South Dakota
$903 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

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Sleep 12

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Night 1 nights

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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 (
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.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

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

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2576 Sq Ft (239 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Sledding Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Music Library Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • William M.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2025

    Stayed Nov 27, 2025

    We really enjoyed the central location of Custer, and the house was so warm and cozy in the Black Hills during the last of November! The kids were in the hot tub outside when the temperature was 18F degrees!

  • Carol W.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    The location was perfect for easy access to so many locations. The owner was very easy to communicate with and responded immediately. Pleanty of bedrooms with comfortable beds. It was nice to have plenty of towels for the bathroom and hot tub! Lots of space for groups if you had a larger # of people. We could have walked into Custer for dinner or shopping as it was located very close to town yet seemed more rural. Well supplied with extras throughout. If you are looking in the area i would recommend it.

  • John M.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Great location. Very accommodating

  • Stephanie B.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    Needles Nest was perfect for our family. We had 6 adults and 6 children and there was plenty of room for all of us. We enjoyed the fire pit, the hot tub and the wrap around deck as well as the hammocks. It was so well equipped for anything you might need. We were visited by deer and turkeys day. Truly feels like you are in the forest with a road taking you to downtown Custer just a few blocks away.

  • Dan E.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 16, 2025

    We had had 6 adults and 4 kids here plus a son and daughter (with dogs) at another property hang out as well. It had everything we needed. Bathrooms were nice, the bedrooms were good. There were a lot of different hang out areas inside and out. We loved the fire pit, hammocks and hot tube. The property was large so we also had yard golf set up. It's only 3 minutes from downtown Custer, but we felt really secluded. We are talking about going back.

  • Jessica K.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    This cabin was amazing! Exceeded all our expectations. Our kids ranged from 10 to 3 and they loved having all the room to explore and play. We saw deer roaming all the time. Great location! Close to Custer and the grocery store and close to many attractions. We brought our side by sides and loved the area. Everything worked great! The beds were so comfortable! The wrap around porch and hot tub were used every night. Highly recommend this property! Candace was great to work with. She responded to any questions immediately. I cannot say enough good things about this place. We will be back!

  • Michelle B.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    Everything about this property was amazing and just as described online. We were in Rapid City for Nationals Tumbling and want to spend a couple days visiting the area. Needles Nest was located close to the thi gs we wa.ted to see and do. Then at night we came back and enjoyed the hottub and relaxing on the property. The house came with all the necessities (except Kleenex) for our stay. Everythi g was explained in the book and with the nice placards placed around the house. You cant go wro g stayi g here. Candace was always responsive with her replies to my questions. Thank you for your home

  • L.G.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    We fit comfortably at this property (4 adults, 6 teens). It was clean had all the amenities you could ask for and was in a perfect location. There was even an amazing frisbee golf course right near the house. Would highly recommend this property!

  • Kenneth G.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 3, 2025

    The setting among the Pines and boulders was perfect. Every day we were visited by deer and turkeys. The boys enjoyed the hot tub and outside fire setting. The location was easily accessible to Mt. Rushmore, Hill City 1880 Train, Wind Cave NP and especially Custer SP.Correspondence with the owner was wonderful.

  • Terri Z.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 18, 2024

    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.

  • Danny and Laurene C.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 20, 2024

    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 :)

  • Matt R.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Jul 17, 2024

    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.

  • Josie C.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 30, 2024

    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!

  • Joseph S.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 24, 2024

    Great location for exploring the black hills, close to everything as well as a quiet, private location.

  • Jenni T.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 5, 2024

    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

  • Kristine H.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 22, 2024

    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.

  • Peggy W.

    Submitted May 27, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    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.

  • Elease K.

    Submitted May 24, 2024

    Stayed May 11, 2024

    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.

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