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Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest

Chalet in Custer

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Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest provides everything that you need.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest

Chalet in Custer
This smoke-free chalet features barbecues.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this chalet offers a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation offers separate dining areas.

Property manager

Beth Paulson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

General

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Nestled against the Black Hills National Forest Custer
325904

About the area

Map
Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 18 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Needles Highway - 21 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Custer State Park - 22 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 29 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest located?

Situated in Custer, this chalet is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Rocky Knolls Golf Course and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Gates Park. Grand Magic Show and Way Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean V.

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

Great location

Accommodating for 4 men
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cailey M.

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

April Trip

The hosts of the Blue Birds nest are super friendly and helpful. The place was super cute and perfect for our groups to stay in. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Amazing we loved it!!

The place was amazing! Quiet and peaceful. The bed was amazing. Kitchen was nicely equipped and the bathroom amenities were perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Peaceful place

Beth was Very communicative and helpful. Awesome area for a drive through the hills.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

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

Blue Bird’s Best SD

Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy I.

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

Excellent

Everything about our stay was excellent. Would highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen F.

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

Great Spot!

Such an easy process, communication was great and it was wonderful to have the place to come back to at the end of the day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

joel r.

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

Wonderful

Great property and great owners, they also own the elk haven property up the road if this is booked. We will stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judith F.

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

Beautiful Retreat

The Blue Bird's nest was such a perfect spot for our family of 5. We did lots of sight seeing during the day, but loved coming back to a picturesque spot to relax in the evenings. Such a beautiful property, off the main roads, fully stocked apartment, and wonderful accommodating hosts! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jazmin L.

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

Weekend trip

The place was great for my family and I. The bedrooms were great size and kitchen met all our needs. The cabin is a bit tucked was exactly what we wanted and only minutes away from downtown to your town fix. Owner very nice and respectful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanda S.

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

Great location for Black Hills getaway

This home was in a beautiful and convenient location close to everything you want to see in the Black Hills. The unit was well appointed and very clean, and the hosts were quick to respond to any needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Cindy

Worked great for our family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Perfect location and amenities

Stayed with a friend and used it as a base for exploring the Black Hills and Badlands over four days. Incredibly convenient and central location while safely and quietly located in a quiet neighborhood, just minutes from Custer. The property is gorgeous and the amenities were all as described with generously proportioned rooms. We were very pleased with our entire stay and would recommend highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Christine C.

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

Retired Couple

Nice place in a beautiful area. Reached out several times to get check in information as requested on the site and never received a response. Had to call and leave a message and finally got a return call with our check in information. Created a stressful situation since we had been traveling and needed this info to plan our timeline.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

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

Beautiful property!

This apartment is set in such a beautiful setting, surrounded by the best Black Hills hillsides. The kids found plenty of fun on the rocks and hillside surrounding the cabin. You are technically right beside the property owner, but you feel miles away from civilization with an entrance that opens facing away from the homeowner's home. The house is clean, easy to use, and had plenty of room for our family of four. The property owners were available when needed and were friendly to chat with. We hope to make it back again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catie K.

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

Wonderful Apartment

What a beautiful, cozy apartment! Our family loved staying right on the edge of the forest and being surrounded by nature. Beth was an efficient communicator and gracious host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry E.

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

Beautiful country setting, beautiful apartment

Nearly new, well maintained apartment above owner’s new garage. Interior so warm, welcoming, large; comfy bed. Well supplied kitchen with nice new appliances. Quiet—about 2 miles out away from Custer, yet close to anttractions. Owners friendly and hospitable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Rifle, CO D.

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

December

Weather unseasonably warm, clear and few people
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

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

Blue Bird Nest in the Woods

The Blue Bird Nest cabin was the perfect choice for us. It was clean and comfortable with a well-stocked kitchen where we cooked our meals each night after a day of hiking the various trails in Custer State Park. The views from the cabin are picturesque and we saw lots of dear in the area. The owners live on the property, but gave us complete privacy and were available by text if we needed anything (which we didn’t). The town of Custer is a few miles away and has lots of nice restaurants and a supermarket. By the end of our stay, we felt like this cabin in the woods gave us the complete experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel V.

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

Great Stay

You can see Crazy Horse from the hill on this property! Close to Custer State Park, Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Very clean and new construction. Great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

Beautiful Blue Birds Nest

This was our first time doing a vrbo and it worked out perfectly for us. The location was central to everything we were doing and the place felt almost like home. Kitchen was supplied with everything we needed to make our meals. Would rent again if we return to the black hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

Very nice and clean

We really enjoyed this Private apartment. The property owner was very nice and helpful. The private fire pit and spacious outdoor space was a nice surprise. Great Custer location served us well as a Basecamp for all the incredible places to see in and around the Black Hills.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

April H., Casper

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

Beautiful property

This was an absolutely beautiful home. I visited with my husband and kids, and all of us loved it. The family enjoyed sitting outside under the stars by the fire pit, and playing cornhole. There was more than enough space for all of us. I especially liked chatting with the host - she was so welcoming and made us feel right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022