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Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town

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Outdoor dining
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Big Rock Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Harbach Centennial Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Custer

Within a short walk of Big Rock Park, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Harbach Centennial Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Big Rock Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Harbach Centennial Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Way Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • French Creek Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skogen Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪VFW Post #3442 - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town

The Wandering Goat is your getaway in the Black Hills, located near downtown Custer, South Dakota and the Mickelson Trail. Its peaceful location on 3 acres provides the perfect place to relax in the hot tub after adventures to Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave and more. Decks wrap 3 sides of the home for nature viewing. The home includes 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a large open kitchen, two living rooms, BBQ grill and lots of space to spread out! Bring your UTVs!

Sleeping arrangements include a
*king bed in the master
*twin-over-double bunk bedroom
*queen bedroom
*queen murphy bed in the downstairs living area.
The home is well-appointed, featuring some art from local or up-and-coming artists, including a portrait of the wandering goat himself.
*Complimentary bottled water, snacks, coffee and tea.
*Complimentary Custer State Park Pass
*Free passes to Custer City pool

A 1-car garage as well as ample driveway parking and room for large vehicles.

We are available 24/7 by phone.

Just minutes from the local grocery store and convenience store, but you'll feel secluded and private down a dirt road and to our 3 acre property covered in trees and beautiful Black Hills scenery

Suggest a vehicle for touring the Black Hills area.

Like many Black Hills homes, we do not have air conditioning. The windows and doors have screens to provide fresh mountain air. Hot tub is available only May 15th to September 15th.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

The Wandering Goat, near Custer State Park Custer
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The Wandering Goat, near Custer State Park Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Custer within a short 12-minute walk of Big Rock Park. You'll also find Black Hills National Forest and 1881 Courthouse Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking and bicycle parking available.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen in each house plus a mountain view and a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town?

Yes, every house at Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Wandering Goat*HOT TUB*Secluded privacy near town Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place with lots of wildlife to view
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

wendy k.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was as expected based on listing, with the exception of the hot tub. It wasn’t working appropriately and every time we thought we had it figured out we were wrong. Instructions or labeling for the hot tub breaker box(s) would have been very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M., Blaine, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was perfect, close enough to town but property was secluded with privacy. Home was well stocked with everything needed and the hot tub was a wonderful perk!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

Loved the house! It was spacious and clean. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook breakfast every morning. The location was close to town and seeing all the sights. Custer is a great lil town to drive through the Black Hills. Hostess was great to deal with. Thank you South Dakota for a great vacation stay. South Dakota was quite a surprise as to how beautiful it is! Thanks
Custer State Park- Wildlife Loop
One of the many roads around Custer we drive
Great Fiends at Mt Rushmore
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This property was perfect. Great location. Communication was excellent. We even locked ourself out and they answered right away. The house had everything you would need for a family. We saw deer daily and the hot tub was great after a long day of exploring. It was nice to be able to use the season pass for Custer park. I would recommend this property to anyone
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

Absolutely great experience
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family vacation spot

The house was perfect! We had a 21 year old son, 70 year old mom, and my wife and I, and everyone had a beautiful room that was spacious and clean. The kitchen was amazing - we made breakfast and dinner most days, and having a dishwasher made it that much better! The location of the home allowed for lots of wildlife including turkeys, deer and marmots(?), and we were lucky enough to be there when the aurora borealis was visible and the views from the house were unbeatable. Having the Custer State Park pass in the house book was an added bonus - we thoroughly enjoyed the park. Thank you for a great visit to Custer!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time!

The home and property are very, very nice! Very secluded, but yet very close to town, which makes it very convenient! The home is comfortable, lots of kitchen space, large, wraparound deck, and the hot tub felt awesome once the sun went down and the air cooled. We truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for our family of 5!

Best vacation ever! Everything was perfect! It was just my husband, three kids and I and we had more than enough room! Another family or two could have easily stayed with us. We loved the kitchen and hot tub the best! We stayed at the end of June and didn’t need to use air conditioning at all! Great place with lots of wild life and room to explore!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Quiet, clean and daily visits from deer.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riding weekend

We had a wonderful time with friends exploring trails in Custer area. The home was very nice and clean and had everything we needed. The area was secluded but still so close to town. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Fantastic place. So beautiful- deer and wild turkeys around. Comfortable beds, beautiful kitchen, great deck that we loved eating dinner on, room and just fantastic.......and when we needed to contact the people in charge they were available to us. You will be so happy you stayed here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable home in the woods

Candice was easy to communicate with and accommodating. Property was clean and comfortable. All the necessary amenities and quiet for a relaxing retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to town but quiet and secluded.

Check in and out was easy. The property had a hot tub but was seasonal and we were unable to use it. Very happy with the place otherwise.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021