Welcome to North Winds Lodge, a distinguished lodging destination in Bowman, North Dakota—an active community and important crossroads for travelers heading across the Northern Plains via US Hwy 12 and US Hwy 85. Whether visiting for regional hunting, agricultural events, or road trips to the Black Hills, Montana, or Theodore Roosevelt National Park, this well-known and well-loved lodge meets and often exceeds diverse guest needs year-round.

Located at this major US Highway intersection in Bowman, North Winds Lodge offers both convenience and comfort. Surrounded by essential community services—including dining, retail, recreation, and cultural sites—the property is a favored stop for anyone passing through or staying for an extended period.

For more than two decades, owners Kevin and Debbie Bucholz have nurtured this lodge with a family-driven approach to hospitality and continuous upkeep. Their attentive management has earned consistent praise for a clean, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere. After 29 years of dedicated ownership, the Bucholz family is now offering North Winds Lodge for sale due to an unforeseen medical circumstance—prompting this difficult yet heartfelt decision to pass the torch to a new steward of this community-loved property.

Each of the 22 thoughtfully outfitted rooms features modern conveniences—microwaves, refrigerators, coffee-making stations, flat-screen TVs, high-speed internet, and more. A heated outdoor pool, winter vehicle plug-ins, and accessible design enhance both functionality and guest experience.

North Winds Lodge represents an outstanding opportunity for investors or owner-operators seeking a turnkey hospitality property with a solid local reputation, deeply rooted regional demand, and growth potential. Experience the unrivaled charm and promise of North Winds Lodge—a lodge not just preserved but thoughtfully positioned for continued success in Bowman’s vibrant hospitality landscape.

Property Address: 503 Hwy 85 S, Bowman, ND

Legal: 2.07 Acre Tract in Section 14-131-102

Motel Units: 22

Main Living Quarters:

            Beds: 4

            Baths: 2

            Updates: Updated kitchen and flooring on main floor.  Egress windows in basement bedrooms.

            Appliances Included: Refrigerator, Oven, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer

            HVAC: Forced Natural Gas Heat/Central Air Conditioning

Amenities on Site:

Acres: 2.07 +/-

Taxes (2024): $5885.23

Utilities: City of Bowman Water/Garbage; City Sewer 

Parking: Asphalt in 2007

Pool:  Built in 1977

Shed: Built in 1977

Main Hotel (16 Units) and Living Quarters: Built in 1977

Additional Units: Built in 2000 

Financial Summary (3 Year Average 2022 – 2024)

Gross Income:  $223,622.37

Operating Expenses:                

Wages:  $54,418.63

Insurance: $10,385.00

Taxes – Payroll: $4,253.98

Taxes – Property:  $5,885.23

Supplies:  $15,111.33

Maintenance & Repair   $16,416.67

Utilities:   $17,181.40

Other:  $37,356.19

Total:   $161,008.43

Net Operating Income: $62,613.94