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The Cabin At Dakota Dream B&B. Quiet, Secluded, Close To Downtown Custer

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Escape to the Black Hills at this cozy cabin, perfect for one or two couples or a family with children. Unwind in the living/dining room with a queen size sleeper sofa and enjoy meals prepared in your fully equipped kitchenette.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 647 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

The Cabin At Dakota Dream B&B. Quiet, Secluded, Close To Downtown Custer

  • Ideal for one or two couples or family with children who want a truly relaxing Black Hills experience. The cabin includes a kitchenette with 4-burner cooktop, refrigerator and microwave, bathroom with shower (no tub), one bedroom with queen size bed and full size futon, living/dining room with queen size sleeper sofa and eating area.

    (Note there is an additional fee of $10 per night for each ADULT guest over the included 2 guests.)

    The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, pots & pans, utensils and linens; everything you need to create a special meal. There are also towels and linens provided for the bathroom and bedroom. (Daily housekeeping is not provided.)

    A STARTER SUPPLY of paper goods is provided. You will be responsible for purchasing your own after this supply is used.

    For those guests traveling with horses, we can accommodate them in our Horse Hotel.

    We’re a 5-minute drive to downtown Custer and the Mickelson Trail, 10 minutes to Custer State Park and a short drive to Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore. Open mid-April to mid-October.

    Breakfast is not included with the Cabin rental. Our two B&B rooms in the main lodge that do include breakfast are the Black Hills Room at Dakota Dream, the Bears Den at Dakota Dream, and the Lodge Suite at Dakota Dream B&B

    Also see our other properties:
    The Lodge Suite at Dakota Dream B&B (VRBO Property # 2208893)
    The Buffalo Bunkhouse Cabin (VRBO Property # 2752588) **NEW IN 2022**)
    The Glamping A-Frame Stargazers (VRBO Property #2768374) **NEW IN 2022**)

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing 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
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 2 units
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No pets please. We are a quiet property. No loud music or boisterous behavior. We are a no-smoking establishment. No candles or incense burning .

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Custer, this cabin is in a rural area. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Custer travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with rocky outcrops and a winding road.
    Custer State Park
    9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • A mountainous landscape with a lake reflecting the sky, surrounded by dense forests and rocky outcrops.
    Sylvan Lake
    13 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Big Rock Park
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Harbach Centennial Park
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Way Park
    3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dairy Queen
    5 min drive
  • Miner's Cup
    4 min drive
  • Frontier Bar And Grill
    4 min drive
  • VFW Post #3442
    4 min drive
  • Skogen Kitchen
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin At Dakota Dream B&B. Quiet, Secluded, Close To Downtown Custer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cabin At Dakota Dream B&B. Quiet, Secluded, Close To Downtown Custer?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cabin At Dakota Dream B&B. Quiet, Secluded, Close To Downtown Custer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin At Dakota Dream B&B. Quiet, Secluded, Close To Downtown Custer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin At Dakota Dream B&B. Quiet, Secluded, Close To Downtown Custer located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Big Rock Park and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Black Hills National Forest. Harbach Centennial Park and Monument Health Custer Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Cabin At Dakota Dream B&B. Quiet, Secluded, Close To Downtown Custer Reviews

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Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Slice of Heaven

Our stay at the Cabin at Dakota Dream was perfect! The cabin was just as described and the host was so friendly! Perfect location for all of your Black Hills adventures! We would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Seth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Nice quiet place in the black hills! Rode side by sides out there and could ride right from the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enchanting

Very peaceful stay. If you want some peace and quiet this is it. I would recommend this cabin to friends.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

We had a great stay at the Cabin at Dakota Dreams. It is located just outside of Custer but offers incredible privacy. From this location you can get to everything offered in the Black Hills. Mackenzie is a wonderful host and made us feel very welcome to the property. The cabin itself is perfect and we will stay there again when we visit the area. It is appointed and built like a true western cabin but with all the comforts you may desire. My wife and I highly recommend it for your trip to the Black Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location, fun and relaxing environment! Mackenzie was amazing and checked in periodically to see how we were doing. Great place for a smaller size family to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

A wonderful place to stay in Custer

We loved staying in the Cabin at Dakota Dream. The cabin was immaculate and the owners had paid attention to every detail of what a visitor would need during their stay. When I come back to Custer, I will definitely try to stay here again. We loved it here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway

Our family loved our experience at the cabin. Everything about it felt like home. The kids adored visiting the goats on the property every day. Would recommend to anyone going to South Dakota!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin Getaway

Our stay in SD was great. Saw a lot of cool things in the state. Mt Rushmore Brewery in Custer was great. The cabin was in a good location, very quiet. Host was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

We had a great time! Mackenzie was a very gracious host
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vaca 2023.

This was perfection to complete our family vacation. We all LOVED staying in the cabin. Felt like home and was so cozy! We will definitely be back and hope to bring our horses next time to stay at the horse hotel too. ❤️❤️❤️. Thank you so much Mackenzie and MADDY.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Patty P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little slice of paradise

The cabin at Dakota Dream is just that...a dream come true! Clean comfortable and well appointed-everything we needed to relax after a long day of biking, hiking, sightseeing and shopping. Really enjoyed eating dinner at the picnic table and sitting in the swing watching the deer. Kathy and Ernie are great hosts and made us feel very welcome. I would definitely recommend this wonderful cabin in the beautiful Black Hills!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Cailin L.

Relaxing, all the comforts of home!

Our family of 4 stayed at Dakota Dream for a week. We would explore the nearby parks and attractions during the day then come "home" to a nice relaxing cabin at night. Our 2 daughters (ages 7 & 5) loved the deer that greeted us upon our arrival. It was nice to have all the comforts of home (internet, a/c, TV, etc...) after a long day of adventures.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We had a great time at the cabin. Mackenzie is very friendly and checked on us a couple of times to make sure everything was ok. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and watching the deer, turkeys and her horse. She provided some corn for us to feed the deer. We had a pleasant surprise of an early snowstorm and the cabin stayed nice and warm. The cabin is on a well maintained dirt road. We can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

My husband and I needed a place to call ‘home’ for our adventure through South Dakota. We did not spend much time at the cabin, but it was perfect. Clean cabin, internet TV for our mornings, stove, full stocked kitchen with supplies, gracious hostess, and it was perfect for our home base throughout our stay in South Dakota. Thanks again, Mackenzie! It was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles W. H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best place to be in South Dakota

To start with, Mackenzie and her daughter are the best hosts anyone could ever ask for. The cabin was very nice, deer and turkey in the yard morning and evening. We had everything we needed and it's situated just far enough from town that it was very quiet and peaceful. Especially being as we were there during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Sitting outside in the evening under the stars and able to see the Milkyway in all it's glory, made for some fantastic astrophotography images. We highly recommend a stay at Dakota Dreams B&B. You won't be disappointed at all. Thank you Mackenzie for a excellent time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Absolutely Perfect!

We recently stayed with Kathy and Ernie at their delightful B and B in Custer. The house was charming and we stayed at the private cabin on their property. Every morning Kathy served a delicious breakfast - fresh, multiple courses/options. Just outside of Custer, the property is close to Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and several different routes through Custer State Park. We went up to Deadwood & Devil's Tower as well. The BNB is perfectly situated to explore. Kathy and Ernie are eager to make suggestions for day trips and to give their insight on restaurants and things to see and do in the general vicinity. It was a delightfully cozy place & we enjoyed seeing bunnies, deer and turkeys from the windows in their dining room while enjoying breakfast. I would absolutely recommend this place to friends & we would love to have the opportunity to go back :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dakota Dream Cabin

Great place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place to stay!

Absolutely loved this place! Very clean and neat. Perfect for a short stay. It was close to all of the attractions we wanted to see. Would for sure come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Diane E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite cabin in a great location

The cabin was in a great location for us. It was just a few minutes from Custer State Park and downtown Custer. We had some issues working the TV, but that may have been operator error. We also would have liked some ice cube trays, but other than that it was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dakota Dream

Very nice cabin in convenient location. Enjoyed the cool nights in the Black Hills in September in this well built cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So Wonderful!

Such a cute, relaxing and perfect place for our black hills vacation! Very clean and such a fun property with kids to run and play! Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy family friendly cabin

We had a great time in Custer and this cabin was in the perfect location to see it all. Mackenzie, Madeline and Abel were great hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The cabin and it’s location are beautiful.

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Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient to everything

We wanted somewhere to stay during our time in Custer that was clean, quiet and comfortable. We found the perfect place. Nestled in the pine trees was Dakota Dream. 5 minutes to beautiful downtown Custer with many choices of food, grocery needs and souvenir shopping. A short hop to Mt Rushmore for the nighttime ceremony, a short hop to Custer State Park, Crazy Horse and many other wonderful activities. This cabin is peaceful and quiet. Deer visit several times a day and you can hear the wind whistling thru the pines. You will not be disappointed in your selection of Mackenzie and Maddies property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected!!

Lovely newer extremely comfortable, well stocked cabin. Beautiful grounds. Delightful hosts! Great location to town and all must see attractions in area. Grateful for our wonderful stay!!!