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The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps

Apartment near Black Hills National Forest in Custer

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A compact hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.
A painting of a mountainous landscape with a clear sky.
A compact kitchen with a stove, refrigerator, and a sink.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a potted plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Harbach Centennial Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Way Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Custer

City center stay.With a stay at this Custer apartment, you'll be steps from Harbach Centennial Park and a 5-minute walk from Way Park. 1881 Courthouse Museum and Big Rock Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Harbach Centennial Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Way Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • French Creek Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Big Rock Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps

Experience the heart of Custer from this chic downtown loft. You will be perfectly located to explore iconic attractions like Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Memorial, Custer State Park, and the Mickelson Trail. With dining, shopping, and craft breweries within walking distance, this apartment is the ultimate home base for local events and parades.

The unit features a king bedroom, a bunk room with a twin-over-double bed, and a queen sleeper sofa in the living area, comfortably accommodating families or small groups. You’ll have access to a fully equipped kitchen, a dedicated dining area, and central air to ensure comfort after a day of adventure. Guests enjoy a private entrance to the entire loft, along with access to a shared patio located behind the South Dakota Outdoor Shop. Your stay includes complimentary parking, EV charging, snacks, and bottled water, plus around-the-clock support to ensure a seamless and enjoyable trip.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking 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

  • Electric car charging station

Policies

Check-in

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

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, 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps to the airport?

This apartment is 50.8 mi (71-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 The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps?

As of Sep 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps on Oct 1, 2026 start from $273, 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 The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps to downtown Custer?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Custer.

The Needles Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

katie f.

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

Great location

There is lots to do around the area so we spent every day exploring and this was the perfect spot to come back to in the evenings. There are several restaurants and shops nearby and the place was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Great stay

This place was perfect for our family's trip. It was clean, had all the necessities we needed, and was located central to all our activities. Many restaurants and stores in walking distance. Would recommend to anyone with a smaller group who is planning to take in Custer State Park and the surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

Black hills base camp

Great VRBO! Location is right downtown Custer close to restaurants,shops and parks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, in safe area, kitchen well equipped and perfect location for our week’s hiking. Excellent communication with Host.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Whitney C.

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

Great location!

We had a fabulous time spent here over the 4th of July. We were close to all of the festivities including the parade, a cute playground/park, fireworks, the grocery store, and good food options. It was fun to stay right in the small town of Custer and travel around to see many different historical sites in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect Location!

This property was a perfect location and size for our trip. After several nights in hotel rooms, it was nice to spread the family out in this clean and perfectly located loft. We were able to walk to dinner each night and Custer was a perfect location for our 2 nights in the Black Hills. This loft is a great base camp for our adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cathy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute loft apartment with two bedrooms and living room area with pull out couch. Location is right on mainstreet within walking distance from several restaurants and shops. Easy parking and was quiet at night. No elevator so stair access only. Close to parks and tourist attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

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

Great base for all your Black Hills adventures

This is the perfect place to stay for all of your Black Hills adventures! Located in downtown Custer within walking distance to shops, great restaurants, laundromat, and a grocery store. We were welcomed with a bottle of wine, a bucket of snacks, and a binder full of tourist information. Clean and very cozy. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Happy we chose to stay here

The Needles loft was perfect for our family’s quick spring break trip to South Dakota. We loved being in a central location and having our own space in the evenings after the daytime adventures. The host welcomed us with a bottle of wine, bucket of snacks, and binder of travel information, all very much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal A.

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

Awesome place

I can’t say enough wonderful things about this property! The hosts made the space incredibly cozy and welcoming. Downtown Custer is very family friendly with plenty of dining options and everything settles down around 9pm (which is perfect if you have kiddos). There’s a very cute playground a block or two away and access to trails right behind the house (Mickelson Trail and Custer Skywalk Trail). We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill & Sandy T.

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

Custer

We loved the location of this VRBO. Custer gives you a very "home town" feel. Everyone very friendly and we felt very safe. Safe enough to let my 14yr old granddaughter go out in the morning by herself to do her run! The trail behind the unit is awesome! Loved everyone of the restaurants we ate at! Good food; good people; good time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

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