Normarke Farm Bed and Breakfast

Normarke Farm Bed and Breakfast sits on 87 acres of wooded hills and open pasturelands. The farmlands have a rich history starting back during the gold rush days when General Custer is reported to have camped in the draw just off the southwest corner of the present log home. In the late 1800's, the property also played host to a train station and a school. The first owners, the Reausaws, deeded the small lake on their property to Lawrence County and later to the state of South Dakota for public use. To this day it is a popular fishing lake for the locals. It is stocked with pan sized trout at least three times a year. Through Normarke Farm, Diane hopes to preserve her Scandinavian heritage and lead others to an awareness of and appreciation for the hospitality, hard work, ingenuity and joy of life of the Scandinavian people.

Enjoy your Full Country Breakfast in our beautiful dining room and then relax in front of the stone fireplace in the living room.

 

South Dakota's history reads like an adventure story. It's a tale of Plains Indians, explorers and pioneers. And it features names like Crazy Horse, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Lewis and Clark, and Wild Bill Hickok. When you visit South Dakota, you'll find many opportunities to experience first-hand our rich history and heritage. The Black Hills region is home to national treasures. These parks, forests and memorials encompass some of the West's most stunning landscapes, and they preserve America's colorful history. In addition, the state park system includes glacial lakes, historic forts and sprawling stretches of riverfront. Come stay with us at Normarke Farm and learn why South Dakota is famous for its intriguing history and spectacular beauty.

Normarke Farm is located in the Northern Hills, and is minutes from major attractions:

• Hiking
• Reausaw Lake, great fishing
• Cross-Country Skiing
• Terry Peak ski area
• Deer Mtn. ski areas
• Snowmobile trails and rentals
• Mickelson trailhead (biking & hiking)
• Golfing
• Historical Deadwood & Lead
• Spearfish Canyon
• Spearfish
• Sturgis

Though Normarke Farm is in the Northern Black Hills, we are still relatively close to all major Black Hills Attractions accessible along Highway 385, Highway 44 or Nemo Road.

Mt. Rushmore - 60 minutes
Sylvan Lake/Harney Peak - 60 minutes (fishing, hiking, dining, shopping)
Pactola Lake - 30 minutes (fishing & boat rentals)
Hill City - 40 minutes (art galleries, restaurants, geology & train museums)
Custer - 60 minutes (shopping, dining, Custer State Park)
Rapid City - 40 minutes ( Stave Kirke, shopping, dining, museums)
Badlands - 90 minutes (scenic, hiking, visitor center)
Hot Springs - 90 minutes ( Evan's plunge, Mammoth Dig (archeological dig site)
Devil's Tower, WY - 90 minutes (hiking, bouldering, climbing, scenic)
 

We want your stay at the Normarke Farm to be relaxing and comfortable. Our accommodations include:

• clean, comfortable rooms all with private bathrooms
• rec room and kitchen where you can play board & table games, read/visit or make yourself a simple meal or snack
• backyard patio and fire pit with seating for reading, lounging, roasting marshmallows, etc.
• indoor lounge areas on the main floor and lower level with sofas, a television, DVD, and movies
• parking
• full hot delicious breakfasts
• coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and snacks at all hours in guest kitchen
• fresh-baked treats in the evenings
• 80 foot deck with views to forest, pasture and lake
• guest laundry
• sauna

We named the rooms after the five Scandinavian countries and decorated them with many of their flag colors.