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Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs & Resort<\/b><\/p>\n
A Place Worth Preserving<\/b><\/p>\n
Some properties are built.<\/p>\n
Others are discovered.<\/p>\n
The offering at Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs & Resort
\nhas recently been expanded in a significant way. In addition to the historic
\nhot springs resort and its original acreage, the sellers have added an
\nadjoining 64-acre parcel, bringing the total offering to just under 100 acres.<\/p>\n
Formerly operated as the Horizon Hills Golf Course, the
\nadditional acreage introduces an entirely new dimension to the property. While
\nthe golf course is no longer in operation, its infrastructure, access, and
\nlocation create a compelling opportunity for future development. The sellers
\nhave included this land with the hope that a new owner will consider
\nsubdividing and expanding the property’s long-term potential.<\/p>\n
A preliminary concept prepared by the owners illustrates the
\npossibility of creating 50 or more residential lots, with existing roadway
\naccess and multiple water sources already in place. Whether envisioned as a
\nresidential neighborhood, vacation community, wellness village, or another
\ncomplementary development, the added acreage offers opportunities that are
\nrarely found alongside an established destination resort.<\/p>\n
The result is an offering unlike any other in Montana; an
\nestablished, income-producing hot springs resort paired with nearly 100 acres
\nof land that provides meaningful room for future growth.<\/p>\n
The story of Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs began more than a
\ncentury ago on Montana’s northern prairie when an oil drilling crew searching
\nfor one resource unexpectedly found another. Instead of oil, naturally heated
\nmineral water surged from deep beneath the earth. What could have been
\ndismissed as a failed drilling project became something far more meaningful
\nwhen local residents recognized the water’s potential. According to local
\nhistory, one family turned to the mineral waters in hopes of helping their
\nchild who was suffering from polio. What began as an act of love and hope
\neventually grew into a gathering place that would touch the lives of
\ngenerations to come.<\/p>\n
Long before wellness retreats and destination resorts became
\npart of the modern vocabulary, people were coming to Sleeping Buffalo seeking
\nrest, restoration, recreation, and connection. Families returned year after
\nyear. Children learned to swim in its waters. Hunters, fishermen, travelers,
\nand neighbors gathered here. Over the last century, Sleeping Buffalo has become
\nwoven into the fabric of life across Montana’s Hi-Line and beyond.<\/p>\n
Today, Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs & Resort stands as
\nthe only hot springs resort in northeastern Montana and one of the region’s
\nmost recognized destinations. Located just off Highway 2 between Malta and
\nSaco, the property occupies a unique position within Montana’s vast northern
\nplains, offering visitors an experience that feels both deeply rooted in
\nhistory and remarkably removed from the demands of modern life.<\/p>\n
At the center of Sleeping Buffalo’s past, present, and
\nfuture are the mineral waters that made its existence possible.<\/p>\n
Fed by a 3,200-foot artesian well drilled in 2021, naturally
\nheated mineral water emerges from deep beneath the prairie at a consistent
\ntemperature of 106 to 108 degrees. Rich in silica, calcium, magnesium,
\nsulfates, and other naturally occurring minerals, the water has drawn visitors
\nfor generations. Unlike many commercial facilities, Sleeping Buffalo operates
\nentirely with a non-chlorinated, flow-through mineral water system. Fresh water
\ncontinuously enters the pools, providing a clean and natural experience that
\nreflects the property’s longstanding commitment to wellness and stewardship.<\/p>\n
The hot springs complex has undergone extensive renovation
\nand modernization while preserving the spirit of the original destination.
\nGuests enjoy a 60-foot by 80-foot indoor mineral pool, a hot soaking pool, cold
\nplunge pool, sauna, and conference space designed to accommodate retreats,
\ngatherings, and special events. In 2025, the outdoor pool was completely
\nreimagined, resulting in a 128-foot by 60-foot swimming pool and outdoor hot
\ntub surrounded by expansive lounging areas. On cool Montana evenings, steam
\nrises from the water beneath a sky filled with stars, creating the kind of
\nexperience guests remember long after they return home.<\/p>\n
Over the past decade, the property has been thoughtfully
\nrevitalized with the goal of creating a destination worthy of the generations
\nwho have loved it.<\/p>\n
Accommodations include five beautifully restored guest
\ncabins, three hotel-style guest rooms, and a 31-site RV park with full-service
\nhookups. The cabins combine rustic Montana character with modern comfort,
\nfeaturing log and stone construction, full kitchens, comfortable living spaces,
\nand generous outdoor areas designed for gathering with family and friends.
\nGuests can spend their days soaking in the mineral pools, exploring nearby
\nrecreational opportunities, or simply enjoying the quiet solitude that has
\nbecome increasingly difficult to find anywhere else.<\/p>\n
For generations, Sleeping Buffalo has served as a gathering
\nplace for families, neighbors, travelers, hunters, and fishermen. Today, that
\ntradition continues at 54 Prime Steakhouse and the Buffalo Saloon, where the
\nsimple pleasures of good food, conversation, and community remain an important
\npart of the Sleeping Buffalo experience.<\/p>\n
Completed in 2023, 54 Prime Steakhouse offers a full-service
\ndining experience featuring a commercial-grade kitchen, spacious dining areas,
\nand outdoor patio seating. Adjacent to the restaurant, the Buffalo Saloon
\nprovides a welcoming atmosphere where guests can unwind after a day at the
\npools, reconnect with friends, or simply enjoy the hospitality that has long
\nbeen part of the property’s character.<\/p>\n
The property’s 30-foot by 96-foot greenhouse reflects a
\nphilosophy that has guided Sleeping Buffalo’s revitalization over the past
\ndecade: investing in the future while honoring what makes the property special.
\nFresh produce grown on-site contributes to the dining experience, while
\ninfrastructure improvements throughout the resort support its long-term
\noperation and continued enjoyment by future generations.<\/p>\n
The offering also includes a substantial owner’s residence
\nmeasuring approximately 5,388 square feet. Thoughtfully constructed and
\nexceptionally maintained, the residence features four bedrooms, three
\nbathrooms, radiant floor heating, detailed custom woodwork, a heated garage,
\nand a concrete-encased walk-in gun safe. A separate 1,200-square-foot manager’s
\nresidence provides additional housing flexibility for staff or management. Supporting
\nimprovements include a 100-foot by 50-foot shop along with the mechanical
\nsystems, utilities, and infrastructure necessary to support a resort of this <\/p>\n
scale.<\/p>\n
While Sleeping Buffalo has earned its reputation as one of
\nMontana’s most recognizable hot springs destinations, the addition of the
\nadjoining 64-acre former Horizon Hills Golf Course creates opportunities that
\nextend well beyond the resort itself.<\/p>\n
The property’s proximity to the existing hot springs
\nfacilities, combined with established access, existing utilities, and available
\nwater sources, presents a rare opportunity to thoughtfully expand the
\nproperty’s future. A preliminary development concept prepared by the sellers
\ndemonstrates the potential for 50 or more residential homesites, offering a
\nbuyer the flexibility to create additional revenue streams while preserving the
\ncharacter that has made Sleeping Buffalo a destination for generations.<\/p>\n
Whether developed as residential lots, vacation homes,
\nwellness residences, or another complementary use, the acreage provides room
\nfor the next owner to shape the property’s next chapter while building upon its
\nremarkable history.<\/p>\n
Beyond the property itself, Sleeping Buffalo benefits from
\none of the most desirable recreational locations in the region. Directly across
\nthe road lies Nelson Reservoir, a 4,100-acre body of water renowned for
\nwalleye, northern pike, perch fishing, boating, and year-round recreation. The
\nsurrounding area offers exceptional opportunities for waterfowl hunting, upland
\nbird hunting, big game hunting, wildlife photography, and birdwatching. Nearby
\nBowdoin National Wildlife Refuge attracts visitors from around the world who
\ncome to experience one of the Northern Great Plains’ most important wildlife
\nhabitats.<\/p>\n
Yet for all of the improvements, amenities, and
\nopportunities found here, the true value of Sleeping Buffalo cannot be measured
\nsolely in buildings, acreage, or infrastructure.<\/p>\n
It lives in the memories people carry with them.<\/p>\n
It lives in the stories of families who returned year after
\nyear.<\/p>\n
It lives in the guests who learned to swim in these waters
\nas children and later returned with children and grandchildren of their own.<\/p>\n
It lives in community gatherings, celebrations, reunions,
\nfishing trips, hunting camps, weddings, retreats, and countless ordinary days
\nthat became unforgettable simply because they happened here.<\/p>\n
For nearly one hundred years, Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs
\nhas been cared for by people who recognized that it was more than a business.
\nEach generation has added its own chapter while preserving what made the place
\nspecial in the first place.<\/p>\n
The opportunity now exists for someone new to continue that
\nstory.<\/p>\n
For some, Sleeping Buffalo represents a hospitality
\ninvestment unlike any other in the region. For others, it represents an
\nopportunity to become the steward of a destination that has touched countless
\nlives and will continue serving guests, families, and communities for
\ngenerations to come. For many, it will simply be recognized for what it has
\nalways been: a place where people gather, reconnect, and leave better than they
\narrived.<\/p>\n
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Opportunities to steward places of this significance rarely
\nbecome available. Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs & Resort offers a rare
\ncombination of history, established hospitality operations, natural geothermal
\nresources, and nearly 100 acres of land with exceptional future development
\npotential. Whether your vision is to preserve a Montana landmark, expand an
\nalready successful destination, or thoughtfully develop the adjoining acreage,
\nSleeping Buffalo offers the opportunity to write the next chapter in one of
\nMontana’s most remarkable properties.<\/p>\n
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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:<\/strong><\/p>\n Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs & Resort A Place Worth Preserving Some properties are built. Others are discovered. The offering at Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs & Resort has recently been expanded in a significant way. In addition to the historic hot springs resort and its original acreage, the sellers have added an adjoining 64-acre parcel, bringing the total offering to just under 100 acres. Formerly …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":696322,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","property_category":[8687],"property_action_category":[8851],"property_city":[721],"property_area":[9157],"property_county_state":[93],"property_features":[],"property_status":[7427],"class_list":["post-589596","estate_property","type-estate_property","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","property_category-united-states","property_action_category-commercial","property_city-saco","property_area-phillips","property_county_state-montana","property_status-active"],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n
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