Custer Central Cottage

Walk to a warm breakfast in town, spend the day on the Wildlife Loop, and be back home in minutes for a cozy night in. Winter at Custer Central Cottage puts you right in the heart of it all!

Restaurants, groceries, and shops are steps away. Crazy Horse is about 10 minutes, Custer State Park 10 to 15, Sylvan Lake and Hill City about 20, and Mount Rushmore and Wind Cave about 30. The perfect home base for exploring and relaxing!


💕 Guest favorites
- A walkable in-town location
- Clean and comfortable, with `easy access to Custer and local attractions`
- A great fit for families and extended stays

One of the best parts of staying here is the location. You`re right in Custer, with restaurants, groceries, shops, and local favorites within walking distance or just a quick drive away. When you`re ready to explore, some of the Black Hills` most iconic destinations—including Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Sylvan Lake, Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave National Park, and Jewel Cave—are all within easy reach.

After a full day of scenic drives, hiking, wildlife watching, or sightseeing, come back to a comfortable home where your group can relax and recharge.

🛋️ Living Room
- Open layout connecting the living, kitchen, and dining areas
- Comfortable seating, TV, and board games
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- The fireplace is non-functional and is for decorative purposes only.

🍳 Kitchen & Dining
- Fully equipped kitchen with a kitchen island
- Dining table for family meals
- Restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and groceries steps away

Sleeping (up to 7 guests)
- Upper level: Bedroom 1 with a queen bed, Bedroom 2 with a queen bed, and a full bathroom
- Main level: Bedroom 3 with a double-over-twin bunk bed, and a full bathroom
- Pack `n Play available

🎲 Entertainment & Connectivity
• TV
• High-speed internet/Wi-Fi
• Board games
• Comfortable gathering spaces

🌿 Outdoor Space
- Step outside and enjoy the convenience of having your own backyard right in Custer.
- Fire up the grill for an easy family dinner, spend some time outdoors after a day of sightseeing, or simply relax and enjoy the fresh Black Hills air.
- The property also offers spacious parking and garage access, making it convenient for guests traveling with multiple vehicles.

Outdoor features include:

• Backyard
• Grill
• Spacious parking
• Garage access
• Convenient in-town location

Approximate driving times from Custer Central Cottage:

📍 Downtown Custer – right outside your door
📍 Adventure Rentals – about 2 minutes
📍 Black Hills Balloons – about 3 minutes
📍 Crazy Horse Memorial – about 10 minutes
📍 Custer State Park – about 10–15 minutes
📍 Sylvan Lake – about 20 minutes
📍 Jewel Cave National Monument – about 25 minutes
📍 Hill City – about 20–25 minutes
📍 Mount Rushmore National Memorial – about 25–30 minutes
📍 Wind Cave National Park – about 25–30 minutes

✨ Why You`ll Love Custer Central Cottage

Custer Central Cottage gives you the best of both worlds: the comfort and convenience of staying right in town with easy access to the outdoor adventures that make the Black Hills unforgettable.

Whether you`re planning a family getaway, couples` trip, sightseeing vacation, hiking adventure, or your first visit to South Dakota, Custer Central Cottage puts you right in the middle of it all. We can`t wait to welcome you to Custer and help make your Black Hills getaway one to remember!

Things to Note :

* The driveway is plowed in winter
* The fireplace is decorative only.
* The home is on Mt. Rushmore Road, Custer`s main street, so you may hear traffic, especially during summer motorcycle season
* The primary renter is required to sign the Renter`s Agreement before checking in. This document comprehensively outlines the rules, policies, and terms governing your stay with us.
* Propane Exchanges: We do not directly exchange propane tanks. During business hours, if our team is available, we may be able to assist with an exchange.
* Maintenance aside from emergencies will only be able to be tended to during business hours, 8am-5pm.
* Reservations made by local residents require additional review and approval before confirmation.
* Any request to host a small gathering that exceeds the standard occupancy limit will incur an additional $250 fee.
* All gatherings are subject to prior approval by management and must be disclosed before booking. Please note that visitors are not permitted to stay overnight

* Cancellation policy: If you wish to cancel your reservation, we will process your cancellation in accordance with the cancellation policy associated with your booking. Please note that any applicable payment processing fees will be deducted from your refund, as these fees are non-refundable.
Other House Rules:

1. If any issues arise during your stay, it’s essential to communicate with us promptly. Good communication between the guest and host is critical to ensuring a smooth and successful stay. You should respond to us (the hosts) within 24 hours when we reach out to resolve an issue. In certain situations, we may need to send our case manager to review the situation in person to fully address any concerns.

Maintenance aside from emergencies will only be able to be tended to during business hours, 8am-5pm

2. It is a `must` to read the entire listing description and the house rules of our property. If, in this case, you DO NOT read over our listing description or house rules and are not comfortable with something that is clearly stated, we will uphold our cancellation policies.

3. No unregistered guests/visitors unless preapproved

4. Please keep noise to a minimum after 10PM and always be respectful of the neighbors.

5. No parties or events unless previously organized in writing with the host. If there’s evidence of a party or event, there’ll be an additional charge of $200.

6. For noise complaints:
6.1 If we receive any noise complaints from neighbors, a security guard will be called out to the property at a cost of $85 to guests for the first call-out.
6.2. If security is called a second time during your stay, you will be charged a $250 fee and be removed from the premises with no refund of your stay.

7. No smoking anywhere in this house. If we find evidence of smoking anywhere in the house, you will be charged $300 for extra cleaning.

8. Follow state laws when using a fire pit. Please make sure not to leave fires unattended.


Follow all check-out procedures:
1. Take out all trash

2. Wash dishes

Note:
* A $200 extra cleaning fee may be charged if the home is left unreasonably dirty and requires more work than usual to clean (for example, mud on the couches or pet hair on furniture/beds ). All damages will also be charged to the guest.

* Check-out time is scheduled for 10:00 am on the day of departure unless previously agreed upon with the host. If the guest is more than 90 minutes late checking out, the guest will be charged $200.

* Any costs incurred by the host as a result of a late check-out will be passed on to you.