Darci brings over 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry to her role as Innkeeper at The Nordic Pineapple. A seasoned professional with a passion for exceptional guest experiences, Darci has spent more than a decade as an interim innkeeper, managing properties from Maine to California. She has also served as the President of the Interim Innkeepers Network for six years, demonstrating her leadership and commitment to the industry.

Among her many accomplishments, Darci played a key role in transforming The Spring Lighthouse B&B in Northern Michigan from a start-up to a luxurious, 5-star retreat. With a strong background in marketing and networking, she excels at building lasting relationships and enhancing the brands she works with.

As a full-time, on-site innkeeper at The Nordic Pineapple, Darci looks forward to welcoming guests with warmth, care, and the high standards of hospitality the inn is known for.

Outside of her professional life, Darci is a proud mother of five and grandmother to eleven. She enjoys spending time with her family, as well as pursuing hobbies like needlework, cooking, and board and video gaming.

She is thrilled to call The Nordic Pineapple home and looks forward to creating memorable experiences for every guest who walks through the door.

Meet the Owners: Greg & Kjersten

Hello! We are Greg and Kjersten, and The Nordic Pineapple has been our passion project since the very beginning. Running a bed and breakfast has been a longtime dream of ours, and in 2018, we finally took the leap, turning this beautiful home into a welcoming retreat for guests from near and far.

As we step into a new chapter, we’re excited to welcome Darci as our full-time, on-site Innkeeper. While Darci will now be leading the day-to-day operations, we’re not going far! You’ll still see us frequently—working at the inn a couple of days a week, stopping by to say hello, or simply hanging out and enjoying the wonderful community we’ve built.

When we’re not at the inn, you’ll find us next door, spending time with our three amazing kids—Dallas, Garret, and Gracie—and our four-legged family members, Misty, Gidget, Coco and Ziggy. Greg, now retired from the TSA, still loves tackling home improvement projects (many of the tables in our dining room are his handiwork!). Kjersten continues her work as a statistical programmer but always makes time for baking and adding creative touches around the inn.

We are so grateful for the support of our guests and community, and we can’t wait for you to meet Darci and experience the warmth and hospitality of The Nordic Pineapple!

Our Family