Discover the Story Behind
Our South Dakota Lodge
Greg + Sandy
About Diamond Mustang Lodge: Our Hospitality Philosophy
Founded from a lifelong love of the South Dakota prairie wilderness, Diamond Mustang Lodge was created as a place for connection, reflection, and escape.
At Diamond Mustang Lodge, our mission is to offer guests more than just a place to stay—we provide an authentic, comfortable, family-owned South Dakota lodge experience rooted in Western hospitality. We believe in the restorative power of wide-open spaces and the warmth of a genuine welcome.
Returning to Our Roots
Our story begins with a rich heritage of pioneer farmers and ranchers in South Dakota and Nebraska. For generations, our families have thrived in livestock and entrepreneurial businesses. The Berens and Smith lineage traces back to Gregory as early as 1906.
Raised in Gregory, we pursued education at South Dakota State University, joining the ROTC program and commissioning into the Air Force as 2nd Lieutenants. After more than 20 years of service, we retired from active duty, initially settling in Colorado Springs. In 2016, we made the move back home to Gregory, South Dakota.