Tuesday, July 10, 2012

A delightful B&B in Medora, North Dakota

We have slowly shuffled our way from Florida to North Carolina, to Ohio, to Wisconsin and then  we spent a night at a delightful B&B in Medora, North Dakota, overlooking Teddy Roosevelt National Park and the National Grasslands.  Eagle Ridge Lodge is one perfect, unexpected place.



Some 13 years ago, Paul and Joanne built their dream house and B and B and have been busy ever since.  The live on the edge of a crater view of the badlands..  The scene changes daily as the sun travels over the sky.  When full to capacity,  they can easily house 23 people.  Their home is a retreat for weary travelers, a gathering place for a weekend of quilting or knitting or conferences.  Breakfast and dinner are served and I understand lunch can also be available.

A little off the beaten path, but well worth the trip.  Eagle Ridge Lodge is where you can meet other travelers and share stories and laughs.  It was a beautiful change for us since we usually are rushing to get West.  Paul told us at breakfast, which was a very tasty, fluffy, baked French toast with homemade caramel syrup, a slice of ham and fresh pineapple and blueberries, that originally the land they built on was an Indian ceremonial ground.  It was not just us...everyone seems to have immediate calm when they stepped upon this land.  It wasn't until breakfast that someone at our table mentioned that there are no televisions in the B&B.  Honestly had not even missed them at all.








10 comments:

  1. Looks like a beautiful place. Glad you had a leisurely trip to MT.

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  2. David has fond memories of the Badlands from a motorcycle trip. Looks like you stumbled upon a serene spot. Looking forward to hearing more about your travels.

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  3. A joy to hear from you and know you are having this enjoyable trip north and west this summer!

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  4. Looks like a fine place for R&R.

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  5. Looks like you are having fun, Susan. Loving your photos...keep them coming.

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  6. Very happy to hear your journey is going well... enjoy!! blessings ~ tanna

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  7. It looks beautiful and a lot of times, the most interesting spot is off the beaten path. Sounds like you're having a great time, Susan!

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  8. What a delightful looking place Susan, wish I would have known you were in NC - you could have stopped at The Café! The invitation is always open. :)

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  9. Wow, I've heard of the place but haven't stayed there yet. I'll have to book a night or two! Great post, glad you made it to ND!

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  10. Congratulations on winning that cook book!
    The lodge sounds like a wonderful place to rest and recuperate after a long trip.

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