New Ownership Announcement at the Hickory House Inn

As of April 1st, 2026, the Hickory House Inn is under new ownership.

A Letter to the Keepers;

Dear Mary Jane, the Bruner Family and the Strickland Family,

As I officially begin this journey as the new owner of the Hickory House Inn, I wanted to share my deepest thanks.

To Mary Jane, thank you for opening the door in 2022 and allowing me to manage this incredible property. It was under your guidance that I truly fell in love with the Inn and saw its potential for the future.

To the Bruners, thank you for your trust and for believing in my vision. I am honored to take the torch from you and continue the legacy of this 1902 landmark.

To the Stricklands. Thank you for your profound love and efforts in keeping and managing of the Hickory House Inn over the last few years. It's an honor to have shared time with you. Your mark will forever be etched in the story of this beloved home.

You all have played such a vital role in the history of this home. My promise is to remain a dedicated steward of its charm while we transition into this next chapter as a boutique inn.

 With warmth and appreciation,

Chelsea - The Hickory House Inn

The Next Chapter for the Hickory House Inn

We are honored to take over the stewardship of this beautiful, historic building and are committed to preserving its unique charm while evolving to better serve our guests. With this change, we are transitioning the property to a Boutique Inn model. This shift allows us to focus on providing a more private, curated, and independent experience for our visitors.

What This Means for Your Stay:

· A New Boutique Focus: We are transitioning away from the traditional bed and breakfast model - meaning a communal, cooked breakfast will no longer be served. While we will miss the morning gatherings around the dining room table, we are happy to recommend several excellent local favorites just a short walk away, such as, The Black Smith Coffee Company, the Hangout, or Jordi's Cantina, to ensure you still enjoy a wonderful start to your day. You will also find breakfast snack style foods in the Guest Lounge for your convenience.

· New Introductions: We've curated new on-site experiences designed to make your stay even more indulgent.

We are proud to introduce Crafted at the Heath, an artisan bakery specializing in baked goods made from Montana grown grains and artfully designed treats that taste as incredible as they look. Crafted at the Hearth will provide the morning baskets in the guest lounge for your enjoyment.

To further your relaxation, step into The Stillness Room, our dedicated massage studio offering professional treatments focusing on deep tranquility and restoration. Our therapists have many years of experience in the art of healing and look forward to tailoring a treatment to your specific needs. Whether you're savoring an artisan pastry on the patio or unwinding with a personalized massage, these new offerings are here to ensure your time at the Hickory House Inn is truly restorative and memorable.

·New Layout: With the addition of our new offerings, we have moved all of our guest rooms to the second floor and redesigned the first floor to allow space for our new offerings. We are redesigning all of our spaces to reflect the 1902 Arts and Crafts movement. We have added many new pieces of historic furniture that have a long story of life across Montana. We can't wait to share the rich history enveloped in our inn.

· Our Promise: As the new stewards of the Hickory House Inn, our promise is to honor the storied history of this 1902 landmark while elevating every aspect of your stay. We are committed to serving you with the highest level of personalized attention and creating an exceptional, seamless experience that reflects our new identity as a luxury boutique inn. As we continue to evolve, we promise to preserve the historic charm you love, while introducing modern refinements and local partnerships that make every visit restorative and unique. We aren't just changing ownership; we are breathing new life into this beautiful home, and we are honored to have you as part of its next chapter.

If you have questions, please reach out to us at (406) 563-5481 or via email.

Check out our newly designed website for more information about our new offerings. https://www.hickoryhousemtinn.com

Warmly,

The New Ownership Team

The Hickory House Inn

· Historic Shelter · Timeless Rest ·

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