Wapiti Trail Cabin Retreat

The gas fireplace glowing, horses grazing in the pasture out back, and the Mickelson Trail right past the patio. Winter at Wapiti Trail is cozy, quiet, and close to everything.

This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin sleeps up to 12, just off Highway 385 and about 10 minutes from Custer. Guests love the covered patio, the comfortable beds, and how easy it is to reach Custer State Park, Wind Cave, Crazy Horse, and Mount Rushmore.


Guest favorites ⭐
- A covered back patio overlooking a horse pasture, perfect for morning coffee and stargazing
- The Mickelson Trail right behind the property for walking and biking
- Deer and turkeys in the yard
- `Comfortable beds` and a kitchen stocked with `everything you would need`
- Washer and dryer, which guests call `a huge win`
- A quiet, private setting just minutes from town

Main Level
- Fully equipped kitchen for preparing delicious meals
- Cozy living room perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration
- Bathroom and two welcoming bedrooms

Upper Level
- Spacious loft area
- Another bathroom and third bedroom, providing ample space for all guests

Sleeping Arrangements
- Three queen beds
- Two pull-out sofas
- Two twin beds
- Comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests.

-Outdoor Features
- Gas grill for outdoor cooking
- Cozy fireplace for cool evenings
- Covered patio to enjoy fresh air and beautiful surroundings
- Carport for convenient parking

Heating & Cooling
- Each room in the property is equipped with electric heat for the winter.
- The upstairs bedroom has a PTAC unit for air conditioning.
- There are also ceiling fans in the bedrooms, as well as a portable fan available in the cabin.

Prime Location
Perfectly located for exploring the Black Hills! This cabin is an excellent home base for visiting many of the area`s top attractions:

👉 Custer State Park
👉 Mount Rushmore National Memorial
👉 Wind Cave National Park
👉 Crazy Horse Memorial
👉 Deadwood
👉 Hill City
👉 The charming town of Custer is just a 10-minute drive away
👉 Mickelson Trail runs behind the property, offering easy access to hiking, biking, and scenic adventures right from your doorstep.


Cleanliness & Comfort
- We pride ourselves on offering premium linens for a luxurious night’s sleep.
- Our team ensures the home is meticulously cleaned between stays, with fresh, crisp linens and spotless surfaces.

Guest Support
- Non-emergency maintenance is handled during weekdays (8 a.m.–5 p.m.).

Whether you’re here to explore or simply relax, this home provides all the amenities for an unforgettable stay. We look forward to hosting you!

Other things to note

* The driveway is plowed in winter
* Carport parking, with easy access right off Highway 385
* The primary renter is required to sign the Renter`s Agreement before checking in. This document comprehensively outlines the rules, policies, and terms governing your stay with us.
* Propane Exchanges: We do not directly exchange propane tanks. During business hours, if our team is available, we may be able to assist with an exchange.
* Maintenance aside from emergencies will only be able to be tended to during business hours, 8am-5pm.
* Reservations made by local residents require additional review and approval before confirmation.
* Any request to host a small gathering that exceeds the standard occupancy limit will incur an additional $250 fee.
* All gatherings are subject to prior approval by management and must be disclosed before booking. Please note that visitors are not permitted to stay overnight

* Cancellation policy: If you wish to cancel your reservation, we will process your cancellation in accordance with the cancellation policy associated with your booking. Please note that any applicable payment processing fees will be deducted from your refund, as these fees are non-refundable.
Other House Rules:

1. If any issues arise during your stay, it’s essential to communicate with us promptly. Good communication between the guest and host is critical to ensuring a smooth and successful stay. You should respond to us (the hosts) within 24 hours when we reach out to resolve an issue. In certain situations, we will need to send our case manager to review the situation in person to fully address any concerns.

Maintenance aside from emergencies will only be able to be tended to during business hours, 8am-5pm.

2. It is a `must` to read the entire listing description and the house rules of our property. If, in this case, you DO NOT read over our listing description or house rules and are not comfortable with something that is clearly stated, we will uphold our cancellation policies.

3. No unregistered guests/visitors unless preapproved

4. Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
To respect our neighbors, outdoor amplified audio (including TVs and speakers), as well as loud gatherings, are not permitted during quiet hours. Please move any conversations or entertainment indoors after that time.

5. No parties or events unless previously organized in writing with the host. If

there’s evidence of a party or event, there’ll be an additional charge of $200.

6. Follow state laws when using a fire pit. Please make sure not to leave fires unattended.

7. For noise complaints:

7.1 If we receive any noise complaints from neighbors, a security guard will be called out to the property at a cost of $85 to guests for the first call out.

7.2. If security is called a second time during your stay, you will be charged a $250 fee and be removed from the premises with no refund of your stay.

9. No smoking anywhere in this house. If we find evidence of smoking anywhere in the house you will be charged $250 for extra cleaning.

10. The Host is not responsible for items left behind. A $65 fee applies for return shipping and staff handling. Items not claimed within 14 days will be discarded.

Follow all check-out procedures:

1. Take out all trash

2. Wash dishes and please put them on drying rack before leaving or start the dishwasher

Note:

* A $200 extra cleaning fee may be charged if home is left unreasonably dirty and requires more work than usual to clean (for example: mud on the couches). All damages will also be charged to guest.

* Check out time is scheduled for 10:00 am on the day of departure unless previously agreed with the host. If the guest is more than 90 minutes late checking out guest will be charged $100.

* Any costs incurred by the host as a result of a late check out will be passed on to you.

* The Host is not responsible for items left behind. A $65 fee applies for return shipping and staff handling. Items not claimed within 14 days will be discarded.

* Please note that reservations made by local residents are subject to an additional review and approval process before final confirmation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.