America’s First Norwegian Dole Horse Farm
We're passionate about preserving the Norwegian Dole horse—a rare draft horse breed known for its strength, temperament, and versatility. As the first and only breeders of Dole horses in the U.S., we’re not just continuing a legacy, we’re building its future. Our selective breeding program produces exceptional horses, our boarding service provides honest and professional care, and our immersive farm stays invite you into real rural life.
Traditional Norwegian Draft Horses. Honest care. Genuine farm experience.
Our Services
Breeding | Traditional, Intentional, Exceptional
We are a small scale horse breeding farm in Cherryfield, Maine. We breed Norwegian Dole horses the traditional way: carefully choosing stallions and mares each spring, then giving them an entire summer together for a genuine pasture romance. It’s slow, natural, and deeply connected to the breed’s Norwegian tradition.
Because we breed selectively and thoughtfully, our foals are limited—often reserved before they’re even born. If you’re serious about bringing home one of the few purebred Dole foals born in the U.S., getting in touch with us early helps ensure the perfect match.
Why Reserve a Foal with Us?
☑ Rare & Remarkably Versatile:
The Dole horse is a carefully preserved Norwegian draft breed—robust enough for farm work, agile enough for riding, and gentle enough for the whole family. Think draft horse charm without the draft horse hassle.
☑ Predictably Wonderful Temperament:
Bred under strict Norwegian standards from premier, approved parents. No surprises here—just friendly, steady horses with a balanced build and personality to match.
☑ Healthy, Clean Genetics:
Registered in the Norwegian studbook, fully vaccinated, microchipped, and bred from meticulously selected bloodlines, ensuring exceptional health and vitality.
☑ Raised with Honesty & Heart:
Born and raised by us personally here on our farm in Cherryfield, Maine, where tradition meets genuine care and plenty of affection.
Current availability:
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2025-2026
One pairing still available: Valheims Tindra x Lundes Storm.
2026-2027
Looking ahead? Idun Gjeldaker is already reserved for this season, but we’re open for early reservations for the 2026–2027 breeding season.Curious about how it all works? Here’s what our agreement typically looks like
We’re happy to help you find the right match—just reach out.
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2025 All reserved
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No foals currently available.
Interested in future foals or a custom match? Contact us.
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Our licensed Dole stallion Storm is currently available for approved A-category Dole mares only.
Bekk Basse will join our stallion program from 2026.
Interested in using one of our stallions? We’re happy to talk details, logistics, and lineage. Contact us.
Meet our Stallions
Meet our Stallions
Approved, well-mannered, and purposefully chosen—these stallions represent everything we stand for in preserving the Dole breed.
Lundes Storm
2012, 3pr.
Storm is the kind of stallion that immediately puts people at ease. Calm, steady, and impressively grounded, he’s what we lovingly call “bomb-proof.” Whether he’s working around children,
well behaved around mares, or simply being handled day-to-day—his manners never waver. He’s soft without being dull, sweet without being passive, and stable in a way that makes you exhale.
If you’re looking for predictability in temperament without compromising on beauty or presence, Storm delivers. With abundant feathering, a thick mane, and a conformation that’s true to the Dole standard, he’s as striking as he is trustworthy. And with a lifetime breeding license behind his name, his quality speaks for itself—on paper and in person.
We’re proud to have him at the heart of our program—and happy to answer any questions about his availability. Contact us here.
Stallion Evaluation (2019 – Stav)
Award Level: 3rd Prize
Measurements:
Withers Height (stick): 155 cm
Withers Height (tape): 166 cm
Chest Circumference: 192 cm
Cannon Bone Circumference: 23.5 cm
Clavicle Width: 8.4 cm
Scoring (out of 10):
Breed Type & Expression: 8
Conformation & Musculature: 8
Bone Quality & Leg Structure: 7.5
Front Legs: 7
Hind Legs: 7.5
Movement Correctness: 8
Movement Quality Overall: 7
Walk: 7.5
Trot: 7
Canter: 6.5
Overall Exterior Score: 7.5
Judge’s Comments:
Stallion of good type. Well-shaped, short neck. Slightly upright shoulder. Rounded withers. Good topline and sloping croup. Strong thighs. Good hair growth. Slight toe-in on left front. Upright hind pasterns. Good walk, short trot. Narrow movement in limbs.
Temperament: 9
Veterinary Notes:
Shown in overly good condition. Some skin thickening and skin scurf. Dry, clean joints. Narrow front hooves.
Health Score: 8
Bekk Basse
2023
Still young and full of promise, Bekk Basse is showing all the right signs of becoming an exceptional example of the Dole breed. With striking feather, a full mane, and a strong, balanced frame, he’s
developing into a breed-typical stallion with a more athletic edge—making him an exciting prospect for those looking for a versatile, all-around partner with riding potential.
He is energetic, alert, and endlessly curious—always the first to investigate, never the last to try. He’s brave, social, and tuned in to his surroundings in a way that feels more intelligent than reactive. He’s still growing—both physically and mentally—but the foundation is there: a bold spirit paired with a trainable nature. Exactly what you’d hope for in a future breeding stallion or riding companion.
Bekk Basse isn’t of breeding age yet, but he’s one to watch. He’ll be available for stud starting in 2026. If you want to follow his journey or learn more. Contact us here.
Livs Gulltind
2024
Livs Gulltind is our youngest stallion prospect, and while he’s got a long way to grow, he’s already showing signs of the good stuff: curious, social, and always the first to come say hi
(or investigate whatever just moved). He’s sweet, bold, and honestly… kind of adorable.
The feathering is already coming in strong, and so is the personality. We’ve got high hopes for this one—and a few years to enjoy watching him grow into it.
Livs Gulltind will be available from 2027—until then, follow along as he finds his stride.
Meet our Mares
Meet our Mares
Well-built, breed-typical, and carefully selected—our mares are the foundation of our breeding program and the future of the Dole horse in the U.S.
Under construction
Boarding | Practical, Thoughtful, No-Drama
We offer full-service horse boarding in Cherryfield, Maine, for horses that thrive in a calm, professional environment. With our draft-horse-friendly facilities, routine that runs like clockwork, and small-scale setting, horses receive individual attention without the chaos of a big barn.
Our horses live out as much as possible, in stable herds, with varied terrain, slow feeding, and plenty of space to move—because we believe horses should live like horses. That’s not just good for their body—it’s good for their mind.
If you're looking for a place where honest care and daily consistency are non-negotiable, we might just be your horse’s new favorite home.
Why Board with Us?
☑ Daily Routines, Done Right:
Feeding, turnout, and handling follow a consistent rhythm—reliable, low-stress, and horse-first.
☑ Small-Scale with Big Standards:
A quiet, personal setup with experienced care, responsive communication, and no shortcuts.
☑ Pasture Life with Purpose:
We follow the philosophy of Freedom, Friends, and Forage—giving horses space to move, a herd to belong to, and continuous access to roughage. Horses are turned out in compatible groups for 12+ hours a day, with varied terrain, slow feeders, and shelter to support both their physical and mental wellbeing.
☑ A Culture of Calm:
No chaos, no competition, no nonsense. Just well-managed horses in a peaceful, professional setting.
Current availability:
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$750/month - 3 spots available from July 1st, 2025
Includes:
• Hay, shavings, water
• Preparing all feed + three daily feedings (AM, midday, PM)
• Daily turnout and turn-in
• Stall cleaning
• Blanket changes at turnout/turn-inOwner provides:
• Grain, supplements, and any medications (oral only)
• Care instructions (we administer up to 3x/day with feed)Interested? Fill out our short form here
Curious about how it all works? Here’s what our agreement typically looks like
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$650/month - 2 spots available from July 1st, 2025
Includes:
• Hay, shavings, water
• Feeding (3x/day)
• Daily turnoutOwner responsibility:
• Preparing all feed
• Stall cleaning
• Turn-in and blanket managementOwner provides:
• Grain, supplements, and any medications (oral only)
• Care instructions (we administer up to 3x/day with feed)Interested? Fill out our short form here
Curious about how it all works? Here’s what our agreement typically looks like
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Coming Soon
We’re working on expanding our pasture boarding options. If you’re interested, let us know—we’re happy to talk through possibilities.
Stay with Us
Stay with Us
Warm, welcoming, and grounded in daily farm life—
your stay with us offers a quiet window into rural living on a working horse farm in Cherryfield, Maine
Farm Stay | Immersive, rural, refreshing
Our farm stay in Downeast Maine gives you a front-row seat to daily life on a working draft horse farm, home our herd of rare Norwegian Dole horses. This is more than a place to stay—it’s a chance to slow down, unplug, and take part in the daily rhythm of the land and the herd.
Whether you're here to relax, observe, or get your hands a little dirty, this is your chance to experience farm life up close—unfiltered and refreshingly simple.
Why Stay with Us?
☑ Immersive and Educational:
A firsthand look into the care, breeding, and preservation of a rare draft horse breed—up close and personal.
☑ Calm, Rural Setting:
Surrounded by forests, fields, and the gentle pace of farm life, our guests find space to rest and recharge.
☑ Comfortable & Practical Accommodations:
Simple, welcoming lodging with everything you need—and nothing you don’t.
