Dancing Spirit Ranch

What Dancing Spirit Ranch does

Dancing Spirit Ranch is a family-owned boutique retreat center and vacation rental property founded in 1998 by Gordon and Katherine Cross, located at 1600 Conn Road in Columbia Falls, Montana, within the Flathead Valley near Glacier National Park. The property comprises three accommodation buildings (The Bunkhouse, sleeping up to 15; The Little White House, a 2-guest cottage; and The Cedar House, an 8-guest cabin) alongside two event venues (The Barn and The Schoolhouse), supported by 5+ miles of trails, five ponds, organic gardens, and handcrafted sacred stone sites. Revenue is generated through nightly vacation rentals, single-day and multi-day event/retreat bookings, branded merchandise (notably the book 'Om On The Range' authored by Gordon Cross), and ancillary wellness services such as private yoga, massage, and sound healings. Pricing is unit-based, with nightly rates from $199 to $950, venue rentals from $300 to $560 per day, and multi-day retreat packages priced $1,950–$2,350 per person. GTM is event-driven and content-driven: direct website inquiries, Instagram ( @dancingspiritranch ), an active blog, an email newsletter, and earned media coverage in Forbes, Travel & Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, and U.S. News & World Report. Operations are led by the Cross family's next generation — Robin Gardner and her husband Tyler — handling hospitality, cooking, yoga instruction, and property management. The property has been on a publicly announced 'Sacred Pause' since 2020, during which the family has paused guest hosting to reassess direction.

Name

Dancing Spirit Ranch

Legal name

Dancing Spirit Ranch

Website

https://dancingspiritranch.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dancing Spirit Ranch is a family-owned boutique retreat center and vacation rental property in Columbia Falls, Montana, near Glacier National Park, offering wellness retreats, group events, and nightly lodging across three accommodation buildings and two event venues.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wellness Retreat and Vacation Rental Hospitality

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), All Other Traveler Accommodation (721199)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Cabins & Cottages (THAMADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Holistic & Alternative Therapy Retreats (Naturopathy, Energy Work) (THAGAMAI), Mountain & Wilderness Lodges (THAAAHAE), Wilderness & Backcountry Lodges (Remote/Off-Grid) (THAGAIAB)

Keywords

• Boutique retreat center
• Vacation rental cabins
• Wellness retreat venue
• Event venue rentals
• Nature-based hospitality

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbia Falls

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Nightly Accommodations: Rental of individual buildings (The Bunkhouse, The Little White House, The Cedar House) to guests seeking vacation rentals and retreat experiences. Revenue generated per night with minimum stay requirements.
2. Event Venue Rentals: Rental of event spaces including The Barn and The Schoolhouse for single-day workshops, retreats, and gatherings. The Barn serves as the central dining venue and can be rented for 8-hour blocks.
3. Group Retreat Hosting: Hosting multi-day retreats for various groups including yoga, wellness, corporate, and spiritual gatherings. Revenue generated through group bookings and package pricing.
4. Merchandise Sales: Sale of branded merchandise including the book 'Om On The Range' written by Gordon Cross about the story of Dancing Spirit Ranch, and Wild Crafted Baskets.
5. Ancillary Services: Additional fee-based services including private yoga classes, massage therapy, sound healings, and private chef/catering services during off-season.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Dancing Spirit Ranch operates a boutique retreat center and vacation rental property in Columbia Falls, Montana, offering nightly accommodations across three buildings (The Bunkhouse, The Little White House, The Cedar House) for groups of 2 to 15 guests, two event venues (The Barn and The Schoolhouse), and multi-day hosted wellness, yoga, corporate, creative, and spiritual retreats. The 25+ year family-run property also provides ancillary services such as private yoga, massage, sound healing, and private chef catering, alongside branded merchandise.

Product overview

Dancing Spirit Ranch is a boutique retreat center and vacation rental property in Columbia Falls, Montana, offering a portfolio of distinct accommodation buildings and event venues. The property features three primary accommodations—The Bunkhouse (8-bedroom, 15-guest capacity), The Little White House (1-bedroom cottage for 2 guests), and The Cedar House (4-bedroom cabin for 8 guests)—along with two event venues: The Barn (central dining and event space) and The Schoolhouse (gathering/workshop space). The ranch also offers merchandise including the book 'Om On The Range.' The properties are available for nightly rentals and group retreats, with access to trails, ponds, and wellness services.

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Products and services

• The Bunkhouse Rustic-chic group accommodation with eight bedrooms, four bathrooms, two lounge areas with clerestory ceiling, weathered barnwood window-walls, organic cotton sheets, Pendleton blankets, and custom organic bath products. Sleeps up to 15 guests with a 2-night minimum stay at $950 per night plus tax, designed for large families, retreats, and group gatherings.
• The Little White House Charming one-bedroom cottage beside the large pond with a queen bed, living space, full bathroom, kitchenette, and an extended front porch overlooking the pond and mountains. Sleeps up to 2 guests, starting at $199 per night plus tax with a 2-night minimum, suited for couples and solo wellness travelers.
• The Cedar House Four-bedroom, 3.5-bath cabin with natural cedar siding, long porch facing the 14-acre pond, private lawn, brick fireplace, full kitchen, and a master bedroom on the ground level. Sleeps up to 8 guests, starting at $450 per night, suitable for families and small groups seeking a private waterfront retreat.
• The Barn Central dining and event venue at the ranch with three farm tables, a loft library with game table, fireside lounge, and large central fireplace. Available for individual single-day event rentals in 8-hour blocks at $560/day in peak season and $425/day in off-peak, accommodating workshops, retreats, gatherings, and group meals.
• The Schoolhouse Re-creation of a traditional one-room schoolhouse used as an event venue with main room dimensions of 43'9" by 20'7", ideal for gatherings, workshops, spiritual retreats, indigenous wisdom gatherings, dance sessions, and kids camps. Rented as a single-day venue at $395/day in peak season and $300/day in off-peak.
• Group Retreat Hosting Multi-day hosted retreat packages for groups including yoga teacher trainings, wellness workshops, corporate offsites, creative arts workshops, and spiritual gatherings, priced per person (e.g., $1,950 per person double occupancy; $2,350 per person private room) and inclusive of accommodations, meals, and on-site programming.
• Om On The Range (book) Branded book authored by Gordon Cross that tells the story of Dancing Spirit Ranch, sold as ranch merchandise at $30.
• Wellness Retreat Packages Package-priced wellness retreat programming that bundles accommodations, on-site meals, and wellness retreat activities, offered at per-person rates for double occupancy ($1,950) or private room ($2,350).
• Ancillary Wellness and Catering Services Fee-based add-on services available to guests, including private yoga classes, massage therapy, sound healings (gong baths), and private chef/catering services during off-season, available alongside nightly rentals and retreats.

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Yancey Dance Theater (Leslie Yancey)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 September 2020During COVID-19 pandemic, Leslie Yancey partnered with the ranch to offer Afrofusion dance classes and ultimately created 'Tritiya' performance, a three-part performative piece celebrating the earth. The partnership resulted in unique artistic programming on the ranch grounds.
• YogaKoh (Jolie Manza)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYogaKoh, led by Jolie Manza, has conducted multiple yoga teacher training retreats and workshops at Dancing Spirit Ranch. Jolie is described as teaching at the ranch for years, indicating an ongoing partnership. The ranch is featured on YogaKoh's website as a teacher training location.
• Rainmaker Retreats (Jennifer Shryock)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWellness retreat organizer who has brought groups to Dancing Spirit Ranch and provided testimonials about the venue.
• Revelry Experience (Alyssa Clark)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEvent planner who has hosted corporate retreats and group events at the ranch, recommending it to clients.
• Swan Mountain Outfitters (Aubrie Lorona)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal outdoor recreation company whose representative has stayed at the ranch and provided positive testimonial.
• Authority MagazineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured Chef Ananda Johnson of Dancing Spirit Ranch in article 'Five Things I Wish Somebody Told Me Before I Became a Chef'.
• Rebecca Johns (Wellness Coach)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWellness coach and author who leads retreats including 'Women's Wisdom in the Elements' at Dancing Spirit Ranch. Contributed blog content on listening skills and self-care.
• The School Without Walls (Julia Carmen)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJulia Carmen leads ancestral wisdom and spiritual retreats at Dancing Spirit Ranch under 'The School Without Walls' brand. Multiple retreats hosted including 'The Indigenous Soul: Walking in Both Worlds' program.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa: Destination wellness resort in Carefree, Arizona offering all-inclusive wellness packages, fitness programming, and multiple accommodation types. Comparable as a structured wellness retreat destination with package pricing and on-site wellness services.
• Blackberry Farm: Luxury 4,200-acre rural resort in Walland, Tennessee offering cabin lodging, farm-to-table dining, and curated experiences. Comparable as a high-end boutique rural retreat with strong culinary and experiential programming.
• Miraval Arizona: Large-scale destination wellness resort in Tucson offering all-inclusive wellness retreats, spa services, and outdoor experiences. Comparable as a wellness-focused retreat destination with multiple accommodation tiers and structured programming.

Direct peers

• The Ranch at Rock Creek: Luxury ranch resort in Philipsburg, Montana offering private cabin accommodations, fine dining, and adventure/wellness experiences. Comparable in Montana location, cabin-based lodging structure, and premium experiential positioning.
• Cal-a-Vie Health Spa: Boutique destination spa in Vista, California offering luxury wellness retreats with private cottage accommodations. Comparable as a small-scale, intimate retreat property focused on holistic wellness programming.
• Dunton Hot Springs: Luxury cabin-based retreat in Dolores, Colorado built around restored 19th-century buildings with wellness and adventure programming. Comparable as a boutique, experiential lodge built from heritage structures with curated wellness offerings.
• Triple Creek Ranch: Luxury all-inclusive ranch resort in Darby, Montana offering private cabin accommodations and curated experiences. Directly comparable as a Montana-based, family-spirit boutique ranch retreat focused on intimate guest experiences and nature-immersive programming.
• The Resort at Paws Up: Premier luxury ranch resort in Greenough, Montana with multiple cabin types, event venues, and curated experiences including wellness programming. Operates a similar model of varied lodging plus experiential activities in a Montana ranch setting.
• Chico Hot Springs Resort: Historic Montana hot springs resort and day spa in Pray with lodging, dining, and wellness offerings. Comparable as a Montana destination lodging property with wellness and retreat appeal for travelers.

Regional players

• Whitefish Mountain Resort Lodging: Ski resort and lodging operator in Whitefish, Montana approximately 10 minutes from Dancing Spirit Ranch. Comparable as a Montana Flathead Valley lodging provider serving outdoor recreation and ski-driven travelers in the same feeder geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/dancingspiritranch
• Facebookfacebook.com/dancingspiritranch
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dancing-spirit-ranch

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Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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