Mountain-Top Haven

Experience a unique escape at this custom built 2 bedroom cabin near Custer. Crafted with a one of a kind stacked cordwood design, this retreat blends rustic charm with modern comfort. Enjoy high vaulted ceilings, a cozy wood stove, and a spacious deck perfect for watching Black Hills sunsets. Located minutes from Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, and Crazy Horse, our haven is the ideal base for couples and families looking to explore South Dakota while enjoying a serene and character filled getaway.
Experience a unique escape at this custom built 2 bedroom cabin near Custer. Crafted with a one of a kind stacked cordwood design, this retreat blends rustic charm with modern comfort. Enjoy high vaulted ceilings, a cozy wood stove, and a spacious deck perfect for watching Black Hills sunsets. Located minutes from Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, and Crazy Horse, our haven is the ideal base for couples and families looking to explore South Dakota while enjoying a serene and character filled getaway.
Experience a unique escape at this custom built 2 bedroom cabin near Custer. Crafted with a one of a kind stacked cordwood design, this retreat blends rustic charm with modern comfort. Enjoy high vaulted ceilings, a cozy wood stove, and a spacious deck perfect for watching Black Hills sunsets. Located minutes from Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, and Crazy Horse, our haven is the ideal base for couples and families looking to explore South Dakota while enjoying a serene and character filled getaway.

Cabin in Custer, South Dakota

Guests
8 Guests
Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 Bathrooms

Locally Owned & Operated

The Black Hills

The Black Hills

Casago Franchise Owner

Locally Owned & Operated
Rating4.92

What our guests are saying...

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Mountain-Top Haven is described as a spacious, unique, and welcoming retreat that feels comfortable and well suited for groups and family stays. Guests consistently praised the clean, well-stocked interior, noting the inviting hangout spaces, cozy atmosphere, and a kitchen and bathrooms that supported an easy home-away-from-home experience. The property is appreciated as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding area, with easy access to nearby attractions, dining, shopping, and outdoor activities. Its setting offers a private, secluded feel with beautiful natural surroundings, striking rock features, and relaxing sunset views from the porch. Guests also valued the thoughtful conveniences throughout the home, including modern comforts, plentiful linens and towels, parking space, laundry facilities, entertainment options, and fast wifi.

Overview

Mountain-Top Haven is a one-of-a-kind, custom-built 2-bedroom Black Hills retreat near Custer — crafted in 1982 using the stacked-cordwood method for a truly unique escape. Inside, a rustic open floor plan pairs new wood flooring with high vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a hand-hewn log-railed staircase up to a lofted sleeping area, while a 65-inch smart TV and a Vermont Castings wood stove keep the home cozy. The open kitchen is ready for homemade meals and large-group dinners, opening onto an extensive deck with tree-lined views and picturesque Black Hills sunsets from the front deck or the hill behind the cabin. Minutes from Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore, and Crazy Horse, it's a serene, character-filled getaway for couples and small families.

You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.

Amenities

Air conditioning
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Washer/dryer
Heating
Heating
Fireplace
Fireplace
Internet
Internet
Iron
Iron
Microwave
Microwave
Stove
Stove
TV
TV

Sleeping Arrangements

Bedroom 1

sleeps 2

Beds
1 queen bed

Bedroom 2

sleeps 2

Beds
1 queen bed

Common Space 1

sleeps 2

Beds
1 sofa bed

Common Space 2

sleeps 2

Beds
1 king bed

Location

Custer, South Dakota, Home

(Exact address will be provided after booking)

Location

Rating

4.92
12 reviews
5 Star
92%
4 Star
8%
3 Star
0%
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Sarah C2026-07-20

My family and I absolutely adored Mountain Top Haven. In fact we liked it so much we stayed an extra day. Spacious, unique, comfortable. Already planning on booking again!

Marlon G2026-07-13

Great spot close to all; with 5 kids in the car it was amazing having every attraction within 30 minutes.

Daron S2026-06-21

Very nice, clean, and comfortable place to rest after a day of exploring South Dakota. Close to Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse is basically across the street, and about 20 minutes from Custer State Park, and 1.5 hours from Badlands. Easily able to drive to all these places and explore. Downtown Custer has good places to eat and shop. Everyone in Custer is so friendly. The local grocery store, Lynn’s, has everything you need. And the cabin itself is very well stocked with linens, towels, every kitchen appliance and tool you’ll need, as well as fully functioning bathrooms/showers and large washer and dryer. We have stayed a lot of cabins but this one set the bar very high!

Timothy B2025-09-13

Convenient to local attractions.

Diane M2025-08-20

This home was a great base camp for our family vacation in South Dakota. Home was clean and fully stocked. We planned to have meals together each night and the kitchen was perfect. Crock pot available which is nice to come "home" to a ready meal after seeing the sights nearby. Lovely porch with sunset view to relax after dinner. Definitely would recommend to this home.

Alberto L2025-07-25

The home is secluded and centrally located for our trip (Custer Park, Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Wind Cave, Sylvan Lake, and all scenic highways). Home had all amenities needed, clean, and plenty towels/sheets. It’s spacious and plenty of parking for 3+ cars. Gravel road leads to home, but not bad. Overall, great location and space. Staff was attentive and responsive (trash service) 👍🏽

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Rating4.92

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