Cute Custer Cottage - Walk to restaurants and shopping
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About this property
Enjoy your getaway to the beautiful black hills when you stay at the Custer Cottage just steps away from downtown main street. You will be walking distance from all the amazing shops and restaurants custer has to offer. Unwind and recharge ...
Location
Located in Custer, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Needles Highway and South Dakota State Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking.
Pet Friendly
Refrigerator
Coffee / Tea Maker
TV
Microwave
Hair Dryer
Guest reviews of Cute Custer Cottage - Walk to restaurants and shopping
9.9
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Cute Custer Cottage - Walk to restaurants and shopping earns consistent praise for its walkable, central location near downtown Custer and major sights, along with clean, comfortable interiors and responsive hosts who make stays straightforward, flexible, and reassuring.
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Cute Custer Cottage - Walk to restaurants and shopping earns consistent praise for its walkable, central location near downtown Custer and major sights, along with clean, comfortable interiors and responsive hosts who make stays straightforward, flexible, and reassuring.
Guests also highlight a pet friendly fenced yard, quiet neighborhood, and family friendly conveniences like a well stocked kitchen, grill, and helpful local guides. Minor drawbacks appear in a few reviews, including occasional housekeeping oversights, TV or lighting glitches, and stairs or hilly approaches that could challenge some visitors. Expect a clean, convenient home base for exploring the Black Hills.
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Facilities
Amenities are well equipped for home style stays, with a stocked kitchen and grill mentioned repeatedly; several reviews also appreciate a fenced yard and outdoor sitting areas. A Custer State Park pass was provided in more than one stay.
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10
steven h.
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location. Walking distance to downtown shops/restaurants and centrally located for our families Black Hills adventures. The Custer State park pass was a big plus. Was great to have our dog be able to come with us.
Great location. Walking distance to downtown shops/restaurants and centrally located for our families Black Hills adventures. The Custer State park pass was a big plus. Was great to have our dog be able to come with us.
10
Noah B.
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was perfect for our 3 night stay in Custer. My daughter had her own room which she enjoyed. I really liked the fact that I could sip my coffee while sitting on the porch in the morning. My wife really liked the bed which was far more comfortable than the hotel beds we slept on the few nights before. Just about everything in Custer is within walking distance of the cottage. It was perfect.
This property was perfect for our 3 night stay in Custer. My daughter had her own room which she enjoyed. I really liked the fact that I could sip my coffee while sitting on the porch in the morning. My wife really liked the bed which was far more comfortable than the hotel beds we slept on the few nights before. Just about everything in Custer is within walking distance of the cottage. It was perfect.
10
Gary M.
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
10
Revonda J.
Jul 23, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
This was our first visit to South Dakota. My son and his family met us in Rapid City where we rented a car to head to Custer. This house was the perfect location! My son and his wife were able to walk into town at night to listen to music and get a drink while I watched the grandkids! All of us could walk downtown to breakfast or dinner. It was a great little town that had something for all of us. The house was perfect. We had 8 people and slept comfortably. We were able to cook and eat in when we wanted because it was stocked with all the proper cooking items. We were also able to wash clothes with the washer and dryer which was perfect with little kids. I was excited that the bathrooms had walk-in showers. We had my Dad and I didn't want him to fall, so this was a great amenity. The house was clean which is the first thing we all noticed, and it is important to us because we have two family members who are OCD. The house had a cute basement which would have been perfect for watching football if we visited during the Fall, but the location was so perfect that we spent most of our time outside. I was able to take the grandkids to the park just up the street to play on the swings before turning in at night after a day of adventure. The owner had plenty of literature for us to review that helped us plan our week. There was still so much to see that I know we will be back and this house will definitely be used again!
This was our first visit to South Dakota. My son and his family met us in Rapid City where we rented a car to head to Custer. This house was the perfect location! My son and his wife were able to walk into town at night to listen to music and get a drink while I watched the grandkids! All of us could walk downtown to breakfast or dinner. It was a great little town that had something for all of us. The house was perfect. We had 8 people and slept comfortably. We were able to cook and eat in when we wanted because it was stocked with all the proper cooking items. We were also able to wash clothes with the washer and dryer which was perfect with little kids. I was excited that the bathrooms had walk-in showers. We had my Dad and I didn't want him to fall, so this was a great amenity. The house was clean which is the first thing we all noticed, and it is important to us because we have two family members who are OCD. The house had a cute basement which would have been perfect for watching football if we visited during the Fall, but the location was so perfect that we spent most of our time outside. I was able to take the grandkids to the park just up the street to play on the swings before turning in at night after a day of adventure. The owner had plenty of literature for us to review that helped us plan our week. There was still so much to see that I know we will be back and this house will definitely be used again!
10
Sheri V.
Aug 2, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
This home was perfect in so many ways. It is in the heart of Custer City but very private. The house sits on the upside of the street on an elevator that allows you to keep the window shades open and enjoy the outside deck with total privacy. We had everything we needed for a week. The amenities are well maintained and great quality. We look forward to staying here again soon.
This home was perfect in so many ways. It is in the heart of Custer City but very private. The house sits on the upside of the street on an elevator that allows you to keep the window shades open and enjoy the outside deck with total privacy. We had everything we needed for a week. The amenities are well maintained and great quality. We look forward to staying here again soon.
10
Jodi M.
Jan 7, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Great house very close to downtown.. bed was very comfortable.. parking was great.. we had a wonderful time and would stay there again
Great house very close to downtown.. bed was very comfortable.. parking was great.. we had a wonderful time and would stay there again
10
Michele B.
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
It was an easy walk to town and close to senic roads and Custer State park. The pass for the park we got with the rental was a nice touch. The fenced in yard was nice for our dogs.
It was an easy walk to town and close to senic roads and Custer State park. The pass for the park we got with the rental was a nice touch. The fenced in yard was nice for our dogs.
10
Tim S.
Jun 14, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The Green Door cottage was the perfect choice for our visit to SD. Custer is a delightful town and is located close to Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, the Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park. It was easy to explore the entire area from the cottage. We could walk to main street shops and restaurants. The home was VERY clean and VERY comfortable. We cooked in a couple of evenings and had all we needed including a nice grill. Highly recommend.
The Green Door cottage was the perfect choice for our visit to SD. Custer is a delightful town and is located close to Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, the Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park. It was easy to explore the entire area from the cottage. We could walk to main street shops and restaurants. The home was VERY clean and VERY comfortable. We cooked in a couple of evenings and had all we needed including a nice grill. Highly recommend.
10
Dennis C.
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cute little house. Made our stay in Custer comfortable.We even got to grill and hang out without feeling stressed like you would in a hotel.We would recommend this place for others.
Cute little house. Made our stay in Custer comfortable.We even got to grill and hang out without feeling stressed like you would in a hotel.We would recommend this place for others.
10
Kristal R.
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
The first thing we noticed was the cleanliness of the property. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. The fenced yard was perfect for our dogs. Beds were very comfy and house is stocked with all of the essentials.
The first thing we noticed was the cleanliness of the property. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. The fenced yard was perfect for our dogs. Beds were very comfy and house is stocked with all of the essentials.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is praised across many stays, with multiple guests calling the home very clean. One review noted sticky floors and clutter in the kitchen and suggested a deeper clean.
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Lisa S.
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Adam’s house was perfect! It was very cute, super clean, and in a great location. We easily walked to restaurants and shops. It was perfect for our family of 4 while visiting the Black Hills!
Adam’s house was perfect! It was very cute, super clean, and in a great location. We easily walked to restaurants and shops. It was perfect for our family of 4 while visiting the Black Hills!
10
Revonda J.
Jul 23, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
This was our first visit to South Dakota. My son and his family met us in Rapid City where we rented a car to head to Custer. This house was the perfect location! My son and his wife were able to walk into town at night to listen to music and get a drink while I watched the grandkids! All of us could walk downtown to breakfast or dinner. It was a great little town that had something for all of us. The house was perfect. We had 8 people and slept comfortably. We were able to cook and eat in when we wanted because it was stocked with all the proper cooking items. We were also able to wash clothes with the washer and dryer which was perfect with little kids. I was excited that the bathrooms had walk-in showers. We had my Dad and I didn't want him to fall, so this was a great amenity. The house was clean which is the first thing we all noticed, and it is important to us because we have two family members who are OCD. The house had a cute basement which would have been perfect for watching football if we visited during the Fall, but the location was so perfect that we spent most of our time outside. I was able to take the grandkids to the park just up the street to play on the swings before turning in at night after a day of adventure. The owner had plenty of literature for us to review that helped us plan our week. There was still so much to see that I know we will be back and this house will definitely be used again!
This was our first visit to South Dakota. My son and his family met us in Rapid City where we rented a car to head to Custer. This house was the perfect location! My son and his wife were able to walk into town at night to listen to music and get a drink while I watched the grandkids! All of us could walk downtown to breakfast or dinner. It was a great little town that had something for all of us. The house was perfect. We had 8 people and slept comfortably. We were able to cook and eat in when we wanted because it was stocked with all the proper cooking items. We were also able to wash clothes with the washer and dryer which was perfect with little kids. I was excited that the bathrooms had walk-in showers. We had my Dad and I didn't want him to fall, so this was a great amenity. The house was clean which is the first thing we all noticed, and it is important to us because we have two family members who are OCD. The house had a cute basement which would have been perfect for watching football if we visited during the Fall, but the location was so perfect that we spent most of our time outside. I was able to take the grandkids to the park just up the street to play on the swings before turning in at night after a day of adventure. The owner had plenty of literature for us to review that helped us plan our week. There was still so much to see that I know we will be back and this house will definitely be used again!
10
MARY W.
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay, nicely stocked, very clean. Arrived in town early and was able to check in!
Great stay, nicely stocked, very clean. Arrived in town early and was able to check in!
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Erin N.
Sep 11, 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
This home in Custer was perfect for us exploring the area. It had all the comforts home and was clean and cozy. We enjoyed being able to walk to town for meals when desired, especially after we'd done so much driving.
This home in Custer was perfect for us exploring the area. It had all the comforts home and was clean and cozy. We enjoyed being able to walk to town for meals when desired, especially after we'd done so much driving.
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Diane R.
May 14, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The house was well appointed and clean and in a convenient location. We never could get any of the three tvs to work.
The house was well appointed and clean and in a convenient location. We never could get any of the three tvs to work.
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Pamela C.
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Cute little cottage. Great location. Centrally Located. Supplies were sufficient as indicated. Note to future guests- it is a pretty hilly area, so be prepared for that. Steps up into the cottage so could be an issue if knee problems. Could have been a little cleaner. Wet runner just thrown out on back deck. Kitchen and bath floors sticky. Kitchen was very disorganized with lots of mis-match stuff. The downstairs "bar area" was beyond sketchy! It is just a dark basement, but the cash register was cool. LIGHTS/REMOTE - I did text the owner and let him know that there were 10 lightbulbs burned out and none of the remotes worked. We did replace 6 necessary light bulbs and batteries in one of the remotes. With a deep clean and some organization, I would stay again.
Cute little cottage. Great location. Centrally Located. Supplies were sufficient as indicated. Note to future guests- it is a pretty hilly area, so be prepared for that. Steps up into the cottage so could be an issue if knee problems. Could have been a little cleaner. Wet runner just thrown out on back deck. Kitchen and bath floors sticky. Kitchen was very disorganized with lots of mis-match stuff. The downstairs "bar area" was beyond sketchy! It is just a dark basement, but the cash register was cool. LIGHTS/REMOTE - I did text the owner and let him know that there were 10 lightbulbs burned out and none of the remotes worked. We did replace 6 necessary light bulbs and batteries in one of the remotes. With a deep clean and some organization, I would stay again.
10
Kristal R.
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
The first thing we noticed was the cleanliness of the property. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. The fenced yard was perfect for our dogs. Beds were very comfy and house is stocked with all of the essentials.
The first thing we noticed was the cleanliness of the property. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. The fenced yard was perfect for our dogs. Beds were very comfy and house is stocked with all of the essentials.
10
Grayson A.
Sep 5, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location. Easy walks to restaurants and shopping. House was clean and big! Welcome packet the owner provided before arrival was super nice and very helpful. I would recommend this to everyone!
Great location. Easy walks to restaurants and shopping. House was clean and big! Welcome packet the owner provided before arrival was super nice and very helpful. I would recommend this to everyone!
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Kenny H.
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very convenient, comfortable, clean and relaxing for our group of 6. This was a 5 star experience. Hopefully we will be back and refer our family and friends.
Very convenient, comfortable, clean and relaxing for our group of 6. This was a 5 star experience. Hopefully we will be back and refer our family and friends.
10
Megan F.
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is fantastic! Great location, extremely clean and has everything you need for a getaway. Stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and cozy environment. The welcome guide was so thoughtful and gave great recommendations in the area. We would definitely stay again!
This property is fantastic! Great location, extremely clean and has everything you need for a getaway. Stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and cozy environment. The welcome guide was so thoughtful and gave great recommendations in the area. We would definitely stay again!
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and cozy with very comfortable beds, ample space for families and groups, and a homelike decor; temperature control kept the house pleasant even in hot weather. A few comments mention dim lighting or TV setup issues.
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Noah B.
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was perfect for our 3 night stay in Custer. My daughter had her own room which she enjoyed. I really liked the fact that I could sip my coffee while sitting on the porch in the morning. My wife really liked the bed which was far more comfortable than the hotel beds we slept on the few nights before. Just about everything in Custer is within walking distance of the cottage. It was perfect.
This property was perfect for our 3 night stay in Custer. My daughter had her own room which she enjoyed. I really liked the fact that I could sip my coffee while sitting on the porch in the morning. My wife really liked the bed which was far more comfortable than the hotel beds we slept on the few nights before. Just about everything in Custer is within walking distance of the cottage. It was perfect.
10
Gary M.
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
10
John F.
Mar 17, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
This wonderful cottage far exceeded our expectations. The home has an inviting, creative unique western decor. It was great to relax together in the evenings after a busy day of hiking and adventure. It was also very quet and comfortable and we all slept well. The location in Custer, SD was great too. It was an easy drive to get to various hikes, Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave and Jewel Cave. The location within Custer was close to everything you might need (dining, groceries, church etc.). Adam (the owner) was responsive and proactive. He provided good ideas/advice about things to do in the area and kept in touch with us to make sure our stay went smoothly. We had no issues during our stay as the property is extremely well maintained. John
This wonderful cottage far exceeded our expectations. The home has an inviting, creative unique western decor. It was great to relax together in the evenings after a busy day of hiking and adventure. It was also very quet and comfortable and we all slept well. The location in Custer, SD was great too. It was an easy drive to get to various hikes, Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave and Jewel Cave. The location within Custer was close to everything you might need (dining, groceries, church etc.). Adam (the owner) was responsive and proactive. He provided good ideas/advice about things to do in the area and kept in touch with us to make sure our stay went smoothly. We had no issues during our stay as the property is extremely well maintained. John
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David M.
Jul 19, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Everything went smoothly with our stay at this home. Check-in was quick and easy. Check-out was done with minimal effort, which got us on the road home earlier than expected. We were able to walk to several restaurants and the shops in the center of Custer. The bedrooms were perfect and the beds were comfortable. Despite the temperature almost reaching 100 degrees, the house was comfortable. Would like to stay there again when we go back to the Black Hills.
Everything went smoothly with our stay at this home. Check-in was quick and easy. Check-out was done with minimal effort, which got us on the road home earlier than expected. We were able to walk to several restaurants and the shops in the center of Custer. The bedrooms were perfect and the beds were comfortable. Despite the temperature almost reaching 100 degrees, the house was comfortable. Would like to stay there again when we go back to the Black Hills.
10
Revonda J.
Jul 23, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
This was our first visit to South Dakota. My son and his family met us in Rapid City where we rented a car to head to Custer. This house was the perfect location! My son and his wife were able to walk into town at night to listen to music and get a drink while I watched the grandkids! All of us could walk downtown to breakfast or dinner. It was a great little town that had something for all of us. The house was perfect. We had 8 people and slept comfortably. We were able to cook and eat in when we wanted because it was stocked with all the proper cooking items. We were also able to wash clothes with the washer and dryer which was perfect with little kids. I was excited that the bathrooms had walk-in showers. We had my Dad and I didn't want him to fall, so this was a great amenity. The house was clean which is the first thing we all noticed, and it is important to us because we have two family members who are OCD. The house had a cute basement which would have been perfect for watching football if we visited during the Fall, but the location was so perfect that we spent most of our time outside. I was able to take the grandkids to the park just up the street to play on the swings before turning in at night after a day of adventure. The owner had plenty of literature for us to review that helped us plan our week. There was still so much to see that I know we will be back and this house will definitely be used again!
This was our first visit to South Dakota. My son and his family met us in Rapid City where we rented a car to head to Custer. This house was the perfect location! My son and his wife were able to walk into town at night to listen to music and get a drink while I watched the grandkids! All of us could walk downtown to breakfast or dinner. It was a great little town that had something for all of us. The house was perfect. We had 8 people and slept comfortably. We were able to cook and eat in when we wanted because it was stocked with all the proper cooking items. We were also able to wash clothes with the washer and dryer which was perfect with little kids. I was excited that the bathrooms had walk-in showers. We had my Dad and I didn't want him to fall, so this was a great amenity. The house was clean which is the first thing we all noticed, and it is important to us because we have two family members who are OCD. The house had a cute basement which would have been perfect for watching football if we visited during the Fall, but the location was so perfect that we spent most of our time outside. I was able to take the grandkids to the park just up the street to play on the swings before turning in at night after a day of adventure. The owner had plenty of literature for us to review that helped us plan our week. There was still so much to see that I know we will be back and this house will definitely be used again!
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Diane R.
May 14, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The house was well appointed and clean and in a convenient location. We never could get any of the three tvs to work.
The house was well appointed and clean and in a convenient location. We never could get any of the three tvs to work.
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Megan H.
Oct 24, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We loved the town of Custer and this charming house was right in the heart of it. We were able to walk to restaurants and shops. The location was also a perfect jumping off point for seeing the sites in the Black Hills. We went far and wide and decided our favorite excursion was a day in Custer State Park, where we saw Bison and Prairie Dogs and a host of other wildlife. It was awesome to come home each day to the peaceful little cottage where we ended the evening with a movie and then to bed. The matresses were heaven!
We loved the town of Custer and this charming house was right in the heart of it. We were able to walk to restaurants and shops. The location was also a perfect jumping off point for seeing the sites in the Black Hills. We went far and wide and decided our favorite excursion was a day in Custer State Park, where we saw Bison and Prairie Dogs and a host of other wildlife. It was awesome to come home each day to the peaceful little cottage where we ended the evening with a movie and then to bed. The matresses were heaven!
10
Robert H.
Mar 29, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
I, and another adult family member, stayed for 4 nights. The house was everything as described and reflected in the on-line photos. We only needed to use 2 of the 3 spacious bedrooms— and slept well. The house is just off of Mt. Rushmore street (main drag) so walking is an easy option for downtown Custer.
I, and another adult family member, stayed for 4 nights. The house was everything as described and reflected in the on-line photos. We only needed to use 2 of the 3 spacious bedrooms— and slept well. The house is just off of Mt. Rushmore street (main drag) so walking is an easy option for downtown Custer.
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Jessica P.
Jun 19, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We had 5 adults stay here for a wedding in Custer State Park. This was close to everything in town as well as all the major tourist attractions in the area. The house was clean with everything you could need while staying there. The only thing we thought it could use was more/brighter lighting, but it didn’t deter us from a great stay. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
We had 5 adults stay here for a wedding in Custer State Park. This was close to everything in town as well as all the major tourist attractions in the area. The house was clean with everything you could need while staying there. The only thing we thought it could use was more/brighter lighting, but it didn’t deter us from a great stay. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
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Kenny H.
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very convenient, comfortable, clean and relaxing for our group of 6. This was a 5 star experience. Hopefully we will be back and refer our family and friends.
Very convenient, comfortable, clean and relaxing for our group of 6. This was a 5 star experience. Hopefully we will be back and refer our family and friends.
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Service
Hosts are frequently described as friendly, responsive, and helpful, with smooth check in/out and quick assistance or flexibility when issues or special circumstances arose.
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Gary M.
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
10
Ryan S.
Oct 28, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Cozy house close to Custer state park. Happy with the stay. Great communication with the property manager
Cozy house close to Custer state park. Happy with the stay. Great communication with the property manager
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David M.
Jul 19, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Everything went smoothly with our stay at this home. Check-in was quick and easy. Check-out was done with minimal effort, which got us on the road home earlier than expected. We were able to walk to several restaurants and the shops in the center of Custer. The bedrooms were perfect and the beds were comfortable. Despite the temperature almost reaching 100 degrees, the house was comfortable. Would like to stay there again when we go back to the Black Hills.
Everything went smoothly with our stay at this home. Check-in was quick and easy. Check-out was done with minimal effort, which got us on the road home earlier than expected. We were able to walk to several restaurants and the shops in the center of Custer. The bedrooms were perfect and the beds were comfortable. Despite the temperature almost reaching 100 degrees, the house was comfortable. Would like to stay there again when we go back to the Black Hills.
10
MARY W.
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay, nicely stocked, very clean. Arrived in town early and was able to check in!
Great stay, nicely stocked, very clean. Arrived in town early and was able to check in!
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Jim B.
Jul 7, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This was one of our best VRBO properties. The house was very clean, comfortable and extremely well supplied ( including toiletries and games) for a family of 4 adults and one child. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. Adam, the owner was very attentive and communicated frequently before, during and after our stay. The location is perfect for exploring the Black Hills. All restaurants were within walking distance and Custer is a pleasant town. I would highly recommend this property for up to six people. We hope to stay here again on our next visit.
This was one of our best VRBO properties. The house was very clean, comfortable and extremely well supplied ( including toiletries and games) for a family of 4 adults and one child. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. Adam, the owner was very attentive and communicated frequently before, during and after our stay. The location is perfect for exploring the Black Hills. All restaurants were within walking distance and Custer is a pleasant town. I would highly recommend this property for up to six people. We hope to stay here again on our next visit.
10
Emily H.
Jan 2, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Everything was great for what we needed! House was clean and instructions were very clearly layed out. There is a park close by which was great for our kids! Communication was great as we had some issues with the door code to get in. Response was quick and issue remedied immediately! We will be back!
Everything was great for what we needed! House was clean and instructions were very clearly layed out. There is a park close by which was great for our kids! Communication was great as we had some issues with the door code to get in. Response was quick and issue remedied immediately! We will be back!
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Emily H.
Dec 28, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
This was a perfect spot for my husband, his brother and Dad to stay while they were out Elk hunting! Andrew was more than accommodating when it came to road closures and terrible weather that impeded on them making their way out! The day extra stay was greatly appreciated! House was clean and very nice!
This was a perfect spot for my husband, his brother and Dad to stay while they were out Elk hunting! Andrew was more than accommodating when it came to road closures and terrible weather that impeded on them making their way out! The day extra stay was greatly appreciated! House was clean and very nice!
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Candida C.
Jul 27, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Owner very helpful and accomadating to our needs. Fair and reasonable! Thanks for giving us this opportunity to see South Dakota!
Owner very helpful and accomadating to our needs. Fair and reasonable! Thanks for giving us this opportunity to see South Dakota!
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Diane D.
Oct 2, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The online pictures are very accurate and the home is literally just a block or two from the main hub of shops and restaurants. Recommend eateries were spot on; especially the breakfast and pie/dessert places. Communication with the host was prompt and friendly. Would definitely stay again.
The online pictures are very accurate and the home is literally just a block or two from the main hub of shops and restaurants. Recommend eateries were spot on; especially the breakfast and pie/dessert places. Communication with the host was prompt and friendly. Would definitely stay again.
10
Vicki G.
Jun 4, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was truly unique and ideally located. My husband got to climb Crazyhorse and check it off his bucket list! Very good communication and well appointed rental. Would love to come back!
The property was truly unique and ideally located. My husband got to climb Crazyhorse and check it off his bucket list! Very good communication and well appointed rental. Would love to come back!
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Location
Excellent central spot within easy walking distance to downtown restaurants and shops, and convenient drives to Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore, and other Black Hills sights. The neighborhood is generally quiet and feels safe.
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steven h.
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location. Walking distance to downtown shops/restaurants and centrally located for our families Black Hills adventures. The Custer State park pass was a big plus. Was great to have our dog be able to come with us.
Great location. Walking distance to downtown shops/restaurants and centrally located for our families Black Hills adventures. The Custer State park pass was a big plus. Was great to have our dog be able to come with us.
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Noah B.
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was perfect for our 3 night stay in Custer. My daughter had her own room which she enjoyed. I really liked the fact that I could sip my coffee while sitting on the porch in the morning. My wife really liked the bed which was far more comfortable than the hotel beds we slept on the few nights before. Just about everything in Custer is within walking distance of the cottage. It was perfect.
This property was perfect for our 3 night stay in Custer. My daughter had her own room which she enjoyed. I really liked the fact that I could sip my coffee while sitting on the porch in the morning. My wife really liked the bed which was far more comfortable than the hotel beds we slept on the few nights before. Just about everything in Custer is within walking distance of the cottage. It was perfect.
10
Gary M.
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
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Lisa S.
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Adam’s house was perfect! It was very cute, super clean, and in a great location. We easily walked to restaurants and shops. It was perfect for our family of 4 while visiting the Black Hills!
Adam’s house was perfect! It was very cute, super clean, and in a great location. We easily walked to restaurants and shops. It was perfect for our family of 4 while visiting the Black Hills!
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David M.
Jul 19, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Everything went smoothly with our stay at this home. Check-in was quick and easy. Check-out was done with minimal effort, which got us on the road home earlier than expected. We were able to walk to several restaurants and the shops in the center of Custer. The bedrooms were perfect and the beds were comfortable. Despite the temperature almost reaching 100 degrees, the house was comfortable. Would like to stay there again when we go back to the Black Hills.
Everything went smoothly with our stay at this home. Check-in was quick and easy. Check-out was done with minimal effort, which got us on the road home earlier than expected. We were able to walk to several restaurants and the shops in the center of Custer. The bedrooms were perfect and the beds were comfortable. Despite the temperature almost reaching 100 degrees, the house was comfortable. Would like to stay there again when we go back to the Black Hills.
10
Michele B.
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
It was an easy walk to town and close to senic roads and Custer State park. The pass for the park we got with the rental was a nice touch. The fenced in yard was nice for our dogs.
It was an easy walk to town and close to senic roads and Custer State park. The pass for the park we got with the rental was a nice touch. The fenced in yard was nice for our dogs.
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Tim S.
Jun 14, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The Green Door cottage was the perfect choice for our visit to SD. Custer is a delightful town and is located close to Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, the Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park. It was easy to explore the entire area from the cottage. We could walk to main street shops and restaurants. The home was VERY clean and VERY comfortable. We cooked in a couple of evenings and had all we needed including a nice grill. Highly recommend.
The Green Door cottage was the perfect choice for our visit to SD. Custer is a delightful town and is located close to Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, the Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park. It was easy to explore the entire area from the cottage. We could walk to main street shops and restaurants. The home was VERY clean and VERY comfortable. We cooked in a couple of evenings and had all we needed including a nice grill. Highly recommend.
10
Robert H.
Mar 29, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
I, and another adult family member, stayed for 4 nights. The house was everything as described and reflected in the on-line photos. We only needed to use 2 of the 3 spacious bedrooms— and slept well. The house is just off of Mt. Rushmore street (main drag) so walking is an easy option for downtown Custer.
I, and another adult family member, stayed for 4 nights. The house was everything as described and reflected in the on-line photos. We only needed to use 2 of the 3 spacious bedrooms— and slept well. The house is just off of Mt. Rushmore street (main drag) so walking is an easy option for downtown Custer.
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Gary N.
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
What a nice property! Home was everything we saw and read about! Walked to dinner every night due to its great location! Less than a 10 minute drive to the park! Great location
What a nice property! Home was everything we saw and read about! Walked to dinner every night due to its great location! Less than a 10 minute drive to the park! Great location
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Megan F.
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is fantastic! Great location, extremely clean and has everything you need for a getaway. Stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and cozy environment. The welcome guide was so thoughtful and gave great recommendations in the area. We would definitely stay again!
This property is fantastic! Great location, extremely clean and has everything you need for a getaway. Stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and cozy environment. The welcome guide was so thoughtful and gave great recommendations in the area. We would definitely stay again!
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Dining
The kitchen is repeatedly described as well stocked for cooking, and several guests used the grill. There is no on site dining noted in reviews.
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Gary M.
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
Green Door Cottage is cozy, charmingly decorated, comfortable and well equipped. It has all you need for cooking. The living room was a comfortable gathering space for the 4 of us. We used the electric fireplace for the ambience and for a little bit of heat on the chilly mornings. There is a large TV with ROKU (which we did not use). The hosts are friendly and very responsive. The location is PERFECT for walking to dinner and shops in Custer and day tripping to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park. I highly recommend driving the Wildlife Loop, Needles Highway, and the Iron Mountain Road (start from the south near the Custer State Park visitor center for a great distance view of the presidents). We enjoyed the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, an active paleontological dig site. Sauce and Dough pizza was very good and Skogen Kitchen was excellent (needs reservations). Don't hesitate to book Green Door Cottage!
10
Revonda J.
Jul 23, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
This was our first visit to South Dakota. My son and his family met us in Rapid City where we rented a car to head to Custer. This house was the perfect location! My son and his wife were able to walk into town at night to listen to music and get a drink while I watched the grandkids! All of us could walk downtown to breakfast or dinner. It was a great little town that had something for all of us. The house was perfect. We had 8 people and slept comfortably. We were able to cook and eat in when we wanted because it was stocked with all the proper cooking items. We were also able to wash clothes with the washer and dryer which was perfect with little kids. I was excited that the bathrooms had walk-in showers. We had my Dad and I didn't want him to fall, so this was a great amenity. The house was clean which is the first thing we all noticed, and it is important to us because we have two family members who are OCD. The house had a cute basement which would have been perfect for watching football if we visited during the Fall, but the location was so perfect that we spent most of our time outside. I was able to take the grandkids to the park just up the street to play on the swings before turning in at night after a day of adventure. The owner had plenty of literature for us to review that helped us plan our week. There was still so much to see that I know we will be back and this house will definitely be used again!
This was our first visit to South Dakota. My son and his family met us in Rapid City where we rented a car to head to Custer. This house was the perfect location! My son and his wife were able to walk into town at night to listen to music and get a drink while I watched the grandkids! All of us could walk downtown to breakfast or dinner. It was a great little town that had something for all of us. The house was perfect. We had 8 people and slept comfortably. We were able to cook and eat in when we wanted because it was stocked with all the proper cooking items. We were also able to wash clothes with the washer and dryer which was perfect with little kids. I was excited that the bathrooms had walk-in showers. We had my Dad and I didn't want him to fall, so this was a great amenity. The house was clean which is the first thing we all noticed, and it is important to us because we have two family members who are OCD. The house had a cute basement which would have been perfect for watching football if we visited during the Fall, but the location was so perfect that we spent most of our time outside. I was able to take the grandkids to the park just up the street to play on the swings before turning in at night after a day of adventure. The owner had plenty of literature for us to review that helped us plan our week. There was still so much to see that I know we will be back and this house will definitely be used again!
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Jim B.
Jul 7, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This was one of our best VRBO properties. The house was very clean, comfortable and extremely well supplied ( including toiletries and games) for a family of 4 adults and one child. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. Adam, the owner was very attentive and communicated frequently before, during and after our stay. The location is perfect for exploring the Black Hills. All restaurants were within walking distance and Custer is a pleasant town. I would highly recommend this property for up to six people. We hope to stay here again on our next visit.
This was one of our best VRBO properties. The house was very clean, comfortable and extremely well supplied ( including toiletries and games) for a family of 4 adults and one child. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. Adam, the owner was very attentive and communicated frequently before, during and after our stay. The location is perfect for exploring the Black Hills. All restaurants were within walking distance and Custer is a pleasant town. I would highly recommend this property for up to six people. We hope to stay here again on our next visit.
10
Tim S.
Jun 14, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The Green Door cottage was the perfect choice for our visit to SD. Custer is a delightful town and is located close to Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, the Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park. It was easy to explore the entire area from the cottage. We could walk to main street shops and restaurants. The home was VERY clean and VERY comfortable. We cooked in a couple of evenings and had all we needed including a nice grill. Highly recommend.
The Green Door cottage was the perfect choice for our visit to SD. Custer is a delightful town and is located close to Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, the Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park. It was easy to explore the entire area from the cottage. We could walk to main street shops and restaurants. The home was VERY clean and VERY comfortable. We cooked in a couple of evenings and had all we needed including a nice grill. Highly recommend.
10
Dennis C.
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cute little house. Made our stay in Custer comfortable.We even got to grill and hang out without feeling stressed like you would in a hotel.We would recommend this place for others.
Cute little house. Made our stay in Custer comfortable.We even got to grill and hang out without feeling stressed like you would in a hotel.We would recommend this place for others.
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Megan F.
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is fantastic! Great location, extremely clean and has everything you need for a getaway. Stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and cozy environment. The welcome guide was so thoughtful and gave great recommendations in the area. We would definitely stay again!
This property is fantastic! Great location, extremely clean and has everything you need for a getaway. Stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and cozy environment. The welcome guide was so thoughtful and gave great recommendations in the area. We would definitely stay again!
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Kristi P.
Jul 2, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Very clean. Great communication. We had such a great time we extended the stay.
Very clean. Great communication. We had such a great time we extended the stay.
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Cessna P.
Jun 20, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Conveniently located near Main Street, easily walkable. Appreciate that it was pet friendly.
Conveniently located near Main Street, easily walkable. Appreciate that it was pet friendly.
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Kara Z.
May 27, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Property served its purpose of a place to stay with the kids and dog. Location was convenient and property overall was clean and well stocked with supplies. Property could use some general upkeep. Fence needs some work, shower has clear signs of quick fixes. Certainly not a luxury stay but a comfortable option for traveling with pets and being available last minute.
Property served its purpose of a place to stay with the kids and dog. Location was convenient and property overall was clean and well stocked with supplies. Property could use some general upkeep. Fence needs some work, shower has clear signs of quick fixes. Certainly not a luxury stay but a comfortable option for traveling with pets and being available last minute.
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steven h.
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location. Walking distance to downtown shops/restaurants and centrally located for our families Black Hills adventures. The Custer State park pass was a big plus. Was great to have our dog be able to come with us.
Great location. Walking distance to downtown shops/restaurants and centrally located for our families Black Hills adventures. The Custer State park pass was a big plus. Was great to have our dog be able to come with us.
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Dennis C.
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cute little house. Made our stay in Custer comfortable.We even got to grill and hang out without feeling stressed like you would in a hotel.We would recommend this place for others.
Cute little house. Made our stay in Custer comfortable.We even got to grill and hang out without feeling stressed like you would in a hotel.We would recommend this place for others.
Property Policies
Check-in
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Check-in from 15:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Cute Custer Cottage - Walk to restaurants and shopping
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed, with a maximum limit of 2 pets (dogs and cats). Service animals are exempt from this limit.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
Where is the property located?
The property is located in Custer, South Dakota, near the mountains and on a lake. It is within walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants, and close to attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Custer State Park.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are permitted at the property, with ages 0-17 allowed to stay for free.
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Pet Friendly
Refrigerator
Coffee / Tea Maker
Microwave
Hair Dryer
TV
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Towels
Shower
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