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#7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place

Vacation home near Black Hills National Forest in Custer

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A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a kitchen with a built-in stove, and a cozy fireplace.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed, a window with blinds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted picture.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and built-in appliances.
A two-story building with a stone facade, a large window, and a chimney.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Way Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, French Creek Park
    ‪10 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Custer

Heart of Custer.Within a 5-minute walk of this Custer vacation home, you'll find Big Rock Park and Harbach Centennial Park. Way Park and French Creek Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Big Rock Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Harbach Centennial Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Way Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • French Creek Park - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪VFW Post #3442 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

#7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place

Our spacious Lodge at Ponderosa Place sleeps up to 10 comfortably.
NO PETS, NO EVENTS, NO FAMILY REUNIONS, NO WEDDINGS

FIRST FLOOR
Open Floor Plan | Kitchen | Dining | Laundry Room | Private Front Porch | 2 Bedrooms (1 King, 1 queen)
| Full Bathroom | Living Room | Fireplace

SECOND FLOOR
2 Bedrooms (both queens) | 2 Sleeping Nooks (1 full bed, 1 queen futon) | Full Bathroom

* No Steps from the Private Front Porch into Main Floor | No Steps on the Main Floor

The Lodge
House has 4 bedrooms with 5 beds total along with a futon. Well equipped kitchen with simple stocked pantry. Farmhouse table with plenty of seating and bar stool seats around the kitchen island. Living room has flat screen a TV with cable, glorious fireplace, antique desk workspace, and room to play. Both bathrooms have walk in showers and two sinks each. Washer and dryer located on main floor. Central heat and AC! All linens and towels are provided along with basic soaps.

Outside Space
Cool off in the shared back yard with gentle log swing and seating area all under our huge willow tree. Stretch your legs and let the kids burn some off energy in the huge shared front yard or at the swing set while you relax by one of the firepits.

Location, Location, Location!
Located just a few blocks off the main street in Custer. You can walk to the grocery store along with shopping and restaurants!

Cabin Listings- Please note No events, No family reunions, No weddings
Cabin 1 (6 guests) – 1267286
Cabin 2 (4 guests)- 1264680
Cabin 3 (2 guests)- 1343428
Cabin 4 (6 guests)- 1268036
Cabin 5 (6 guests)- 1267490
Cabin 6 (4 guests)- 1267332

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Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place to the airport?

This vacation home is 49.7 mi (63-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place?

As of Jul 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place on Jul 20, 2026 start from $768, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is #7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place to downtown Custer?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Custer.

#7 Grand Historic Lodge at Ponderosa Place Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 180 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kristine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great! Spacious and pretty house, location was very convenient for our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice older home with updates
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great location

Great property and location would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay. Kids had a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very comfy winter retreat for our family and friends. Seeing the Black Hills in the winter does not disappoint, and the cabin was perfect for our entire stay! The host is very welcoming and we are thankful for this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darin G.

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

Stay at Ponderosa Place

Great place, great location. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

diane W.

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

Wonderful stay!

Property was convenient, located near all events and sites we wished to visit. Exceptionally clean, well provisioned.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cozy stay and the owner has amazing communication! Will definitely look into this house if I’m back in Custer!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time there just is enjoyable as the first
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amber V.

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

Awesome place

Great place for a girlfriends weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Adam & Nichole H.

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

Great getaway

This cabin was a great getaway for friends, we enjoyed staying here and look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with so much charm! Everyone had a good stay! Lots of rooms/ places for everyone to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Nice place

We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia D.

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

Family Holiday celebration

Great accomodations and space for family gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great place!

The property was clean, well furnished, close to town, and the perfect location for exploring the Black Hills. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janelle w.

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

Family time

This was a great place to stay. It was clean, well stocked, good location and the owner was easy to work with. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Incredible property and host!

This place was just perfect for our family vacation! It was a central hub that was close to all the sites with restaurants and markets very close by. The host was incredibly helpful and very responsive to all needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Good Location for holiday

With family living nearby, cabin was in a good location that allowed for easy in and out throughout our stay. We do hope it works out to stay in future trips to visit family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Awesome Place to Stay

Our family enjoyed our stay. It was clean with plenty of room. Centrally located in Custer to hiking, restaurants, and parks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

great place for the family

we really enjoyed our stay. Ponderosa Pines was a great place for our family to unwind after a day of exploring . The host was very kind and there was plenty of room and it was quiet an peaceful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great for our extended family of 9. Was very clean with a well stocked kitchen & plenty of towels in the bathroom for all. We would recommend this house to all interested in exploring Custer & the The Black Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Memorial Day

Great property great location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Great Lodge!

The Lodge was so cute, clean, and fun! I wish we had several nights there instead of just one!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff V.

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

Awesome location for sturgis trip close to all beautiful sites

This was our second year staying at This house and its a beautiful house and the communication with the property owners is great. Super clean and close to everything you will want to see in South Dakota.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

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

Great place for a family to stay!

House was clean, well layed out for convenience, especially for sleeping, and the location in Custer was very convenient. Neighborhood was quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023