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Collinswood Retreat

2. Collinswood Retreat

98%
(254)
10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Red Deer, AB
Collin’s Wood is a very special place indeed. The land was bought by my grandfather years ago when he moved to Canada from England and wanted to chase his log cabin dream. Our main cabin my family built from trees on the land, entirely by hand. We have photos of the trees being cut and the bark being peeled off. Since then, we’ve made many changes out there, we now have a guest cabin that used to be a Teacheridge (back when teachers would live in a one room building beside the school), eventually it was turned into a cafe and now it sits on our land as a guest cabin. This place is so magical. With a quarter section of land I grew up running through the forest with my friends and learning about what the land has to offer. My parents have spent every spare weekend out there making this paradise into what it is today. All the buildings were created by my family through labour and love. We’ve hosted weddings, and family reunions. We hope you appreciate how special this place is. Come see for yourself!
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from 
CA$32
 / night
Hidden Springs Retreat & Guesthouse

6. Hidden Springs Retreat & Guesthouse

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(61)
8 sites · Lodging · Wetaskiwin County 10, AB
A place of restorative peace and relaxation. Located on 160 acres of rolling parkland east of Winfield, Alberta, Hidden Springs is a place to stay, play, and connect.Whether you’re seeking quiet time by yourself, or space to reconnect with friends and family, the Guesthouse is furnished to make you feel at home. Get cozy in front of the wood stove, spread a personal project out across the dining room table, settle into a puzzle or game, read on the deck, spend a day cooking, or watch the weather roll in across the valley.The Guesthouse is made up of two self-contained suites (upper and lower) connected by exterior stairs. The upper suite features a full kitchen (including stove, fridge, microwave and water cooler), a spacious living room, wood stove, and a large deck overlooking the valley. This suite sleeps up to four guests, with a queen bed in the bedroom and a queen-sized sofa bed in the common space.The lower suite can accommodate up to six people, with two queen-size beds and an additional pullout. It features a kitchenette (including sink, small fridge, microwave, and water cooler.) Its small brick patio offers a serene view of the pond below.WiFi is free and available throughout the guesthouse.
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CA$206
 / night
Experience a Stay at Go Hard Ranch

7. Experience a Stay at Go Hard Ranch

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20 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Edson, AB
Experience a unique and unforgettable stay at Alberta's premier destination. The Go Hard Ranch is nestled alongside Chip Lake and is conveniently located only 15 minutes from the Yellowhead Highway near the small Hamlet of Wildwood, Alberta and is only a short one hour drive from the City of Edmonton. The Ranch offers stunning views of one of Alberta's largest and most overlooked lakes, promising a captivating experience at our third-generation ranch. As a family, we’ve come together to bring our vision for the Ranch to life, blending its unique history with our Métis heritage. Together, we’ve created a one-of-a-kind place to welcome our guests. The Ranch is an uplifting, beautiful, comfortable space to venture to that is full of rich history and wide open spaces. Whether you are needing to step outside to experience the stunning views, immerse yourself in nature, glimpse some Alberta wildlife, watch the multitude of birds species, or your soul is craving to hike or ride your horse through the land, the Go Hard Ranch is your perfect go-to oasis. The Ranch is perfect for a variety of activities, including getaways with friends, couples, and families, group camping, hosting retreats or events, and is a highly popular wedding venue. Spend your weekend surrounded by nature, enjoying camping, campfires, and peace in our cozy rustic cabin accommodations. It's the perfect way to reconnect with your roots and experience the authentic charm of life in Canada. Choose from our historic log cabin, the heart of the ranch, surrounded by three cozy guest cabins, our beautifully hand-painted authentic tipi accommodations and nearby campground. Each cabin has its own style, and each tipi has its own powerful theme. The ranch features an exclusive lakeshore property accessible only to our guests. Relax with a lakeside picnic, observe the waterfowl, or simply immerse yourself in nature while taking in the breathtaking sunsets. The Ranch provides a venue that perfectly captures the charm of the countryside, no matter your reason for visiting. It truly is a place where Romance meets Rustic. Weddings | Events | Vacations
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Toilets
from 
CA$47
 / night
Nordic Cabin W/ Sauna & Hot Tub

8. Nordic Cabin W/ Sauna & Hot Tub

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(2)
1 site · Lodging · Meeting Creek, AB
At Hillwinds House, it’s all about taking a moment to disconnect from your busy life and reconnect with nature. Build a fire, read a book, brew some coffee, sweat in the sauna, prepare a nourishing meal, and watch the sun set over the valley in the west. We are excited to share our Alberta landscape with its beautiful sky, empty fields, and close up nature details. Hillwinds House is a cozy Nordic-inspired cabin located on the edge of the Meeting Creek valley. The cabin is nestled in the trees on a 5 acre piece of land. The cabin is completely off-grid with a wood burning stove inside to keep it warm. The kitchenette has everything you need to prepare meals: a gas stovetop, sink with gravity water faucet, and a YETI cooler stocked with ice packs to keep your food cool. To access the king sized bed in the loft, a sturdy ladder must be climbed (see photo). Loft and ladder are “use at your own risk.” A wood burning sauna is located just steps from the main house. Walk out on the wrap-around deck and light the fire in the sauna to get your sweat on. During the winter months, a snow bath is recommended for refreshment. (it feels so good!) We also have a handheld shower to rinse off with after the sauna. A wood-burning hot tub bathing area is available for bookings from May to October, and no hot tub is available in the winter months when it is too cold to change the water for each guest. There is a dry flush toilet inside the cabin (in its own bathroom) so there’s no need to freeze your butt off in an outhouse. Sanitary wipes and hands sanitizer are conveniently located in the bathroom with the wash basin in the nearby kitchen. As a guest at Hillwinds House, you will have full access to the entire 5 acre property. Enjoy the spacious deck with valley views, sit in the sauna at dusk and watch the wildlife walk by. (deer, white rabbits, moose, and coyotes) Put on your snow boots or skis and enjoy the trail that winds down the side of the hill towards the Meeting Creek townsite. When you book a stay at the cabin, we’ll send you a welcome booklet with a list of our favourite places to go and things to do locally. We’ll be a few miles away on our farm if you need anything during your stay at Hillwinds House.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
CA$255
 / night
Rocky Mountain Escape Dome & Cabins

9. Rocky Mountain Escape Dome & Cabins

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(2)
4 sites · Lodging · Rock Lake Provincial Park, AB
Welcome to Rocky Mountain Escape Dome & Log Cabin Rentals near Rock Lake Alberta !! We are available all year round. Rock Lake Provincial Park. 70km NW of the nearest town (Hinton). You will enjoy peace in quiet in this remote, private, and off-grid location. Our cabins are in a forested area surrounded by mountains. Set apart amongst the trees for privacy. Savour the sound of silence and smell the trees. Beautiful sunrises, sunsets, and stargazing at night! Rock Lake is only 7km from the camp where you can enjoy awe-inspiring views of Alberta's Northern Rockies while fishing, boating, mountain biking or hiking. There is no TV, wifi, or cell service. Each cabin has indoor plumbing, toilet, shower, hot and cold running water and a wood-burning stove. All cooking is done on the deck of the cabin using a griddle. Propane supplied. All firewood, kindling, bed linens, towels, pots/pans/cutlery included. Please note, a 4WD vehicle is recommended to access the site. Sub-Alpine area in front ranges of Alberta Rockies. We are located 1 hour and 30 minutes from Jasper National Park and 3 hours from Mount Robson National Park. We look forward to hosting you!
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CA$300
 / night
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Top-rated campgrounds

Collinswood Retreat

2. Collinswood Retreat

98%
(254)
10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Red Deer, AB
Collin’s Wood is a very special place indeed. The land was bought by my grandfather years ago when he moved to Canada from England and wanted to chase his log cabin dream. Our main cabin my family built from trees on the land, entirely by hand. We have photos of the trees being cut and the bark being peeled off. Since then, we’ve made many changes out there, we now have a guest cabin that used to be a Teacheridge (back when teachers would live in a one room building beside the school), eventually it was turned into a cafe and now it sits on our land as a guest cabin. This place is so magical. With a quarter section of land I grew up running through the forest with my friends and learning about what the land has to offer. My parents have spent every spare weekend out there making this paradise into what it is today. All the buildings were created by my family through labour and love. We’ve hosted weddings, and family reunions. We hope you appreciate how special this place is. Come see for yourself!
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
CA$32
 / night
Hidden Springs Retreat & Guesthouse

6. Hidden Springs Retreat & Guesthouse

100%
(61)
8 sites · Lodging · Wetaskiwin County 10, AB
A place of restorative peace and relaxation. Located on 160 acres of rolling parkland east of Winfield, Alberta, Hidden Springs is a place to stay, play, and connect.Whether you’re seeking quiet time by yourself, or space to reconnect with friends and family, the Guesthouse is furnished to make you feel at home. Get cozy in front of the wood stove, spread a personal project out across the dining room table, settle into a puzzle or game, read on the deck, spend a day cooking, or watch the weather roll in across the valley.The Guesthouse is made up of two self-contained suites (upper and lower) connected by exterior stairs. The upper suite features a full kitchen (including stove, fridge, microwave and water cooler), a spacious living room, wood stove, and a large deck overlooking the valley. This suite sleeps up to four guests, with a queen bed in the bedroom and a queen-sized sofa bed in the common space.The lower suite can accommodate up to six people, with two queen-size beds and an additional pullout. It features a kitchenette (including sink, small fridge, microwave, and water cooler.) Its small brick patio offers a serene view of the pond below.WiFi is free and available throughout the guesthouse.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
CA$206
 / night
Experience a Stay at Go Hard Ranch

7. Experience a Stay at Go Hard Ranch

100%
(30)
20 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Edson, AB
Experience a unique and unforgettable stay at Alberta's premier destination. The Go Hard Ranch is nestled alongside Chip Lake and is conveniently located only 15 minutes from the Yellowhead Highway near the small Hamlet of Wildwood, Alberta and is only a short one hour drive from the City of Edmonton. The Ranch offers stunning views of one of Alberta's largest and most overlooked lakes, promising a captivating experience at our third-generation ranch. As a family, we’ve come together to bring our vision for the Ranch to life, blending its unique history with our Métis heritage. Together, we’ve created a one-of-a-kind place to welcome our guests. The Ranch is an uplifting, beautiful, comfortable space to venture to that is full of rich history and wide open spaces. Whether you are needing to step outside to experience the stunning views, immerse yourself in nature, glimpse some Alberta wildlife, watch the multitude of birds species, or your soul is craving to hike or ride your horse through the land, the Go Hard Ranch is your perfect go-to oasis. The Ranch is perfect for a variety of activities, including getaways with friends, couples, and families, group camping, hosting retreats or events, and is a highly popular wedding venue. Spend your weekend surrounded by nature, enjoying camping, campfires, and peace in our cozy rustic cabin accommodations. It's the perfect way to reconnect with your roots and experience the authentic charm of life in Canada. Choose from our historic log cabin, the heart of the ranch, surrounded by three cozy guest cabins, our beautifully hand-painted authentic tipi accommodations and nearby campground. Each cabin has its own style, and each tipi has its own powerful theme. The ranch features an exclusive lakeshore property accessible only to our guests. Relax with a lakeside picnic, observe the waterfowl, or simply immerse yourself in nature while taking in the breathtaking sunsets. The Ranch provides a venue that perfectly captures the charm of the countryside, no matter your reason for visiting. It truly is a place where Romance meets Rustic. Weddings | Events | Vacations
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
CA$47
 / night
Nordic Cabin W/ Sauna & Hot Tub

8. Nordic Cabin W/ Sauna & Hot Tub

100%
(2)
1 site · Lodging · Meeting Creek, AB
At Hillwinds House, it’s all about taking a moment to disconnect from your busy life and reconnect with nature. Build a fire, read a book, brew some coffee, sweat in the sauna, prepare a nourishing meal, and watch the sun set over the valley in the west. We are excited to share our Alberta landscape with its beautiful sky, empty fields, and close up nature details. Hillwinds House is a cozy Nordic-inspired cabin located on the edge of the Meeting Creek valley. The cabin is nestled in the trees on a 5 acre piece of land. The cabin is completely off-grid with a wood burning stove inside to keep it warm. The kitchenette has everything you need to prepare meals: a gas stovetop, sink with gravity water faucet, and a YETI cooler stocked with ice packs to keep your food cool. To access the king sized bed in the loft, a sturdy ladder must be climbed (see photo). Loft and ladder are “use at your own risk.” A wood burning sauna is located just steps from the main house. Walk out on the wrap-around deck and light the fire in the sauna to get your sweat on. During the winter months, a snow bath is recommended for refreshment. (it feels so good!) We also have a handheld shower to rinse off with after the sauna. A wood-burning hot tub bathing area is available for bookings from May to October, and no hot tub is available in the winter months when it is too cold to change the water for each guest. There is a dry flush toilet inside the cabin (in its own bathroom) so there’s no need to freeze your butt off in an outhouse. Sanitary wipes and hands sanitizer are conveniently located in the bathroom with the wash basin in the nearby kitchen. As a guest at Hillwinds House, you will have full access to the entire 5 acre property. Enjoy the spacious deck with valley views, sit in the sauna at dusk and watch the wildlife walk by. (deer, white rabbits, moose, and coyotes) Put on your snow boots or skis and enjoy the trail that winds down the side of the hill towards the Meeting Creek townsite. When you book a stay at the cabin, we’ll send you a welcome booklet with a list of our favourite places to go and things to do locally. We’ll be a few miles away on our farm if you need anything during your stay at Hillwinds House.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
CA$255
 / night
Rocky Mountain Escape Dome & Cabins

9. Rocky Mountain Escape Dome & Cabins

100%
(2)
4 sites · Lodging · Rock Lake Provincial Park, AB
Welcome to Rocky Mountain Escape Dome & Log Cabin Rentals near Rock Lake Alberta !! We are available all year round. Rock Lake Provincial Park. 70km NW of the nearest town (Hinton). You will enjoy peace in quiet in this remote, private, and off-grid location. Our cabins are in a forested area surrounded by mountains. Set apart amongst the trees for privacy. Savour the sound of silence and smell the trees. Beautiful sunrises, sunsets, and stargazing at night! Rock Lake is only 7km from the camp where you can enjoy awe-inspiring views of Alberta's Northern Rockies while fishing, boating, mountain biking or hiking. There is no TV, wifi, or cell service. Each cabin has indoor plumbing, toilet, shower, hot and cold running water and a wood-burning stove. All cooking is done on the deck of the cabin using a griddle. Propane supplied. All firewood, kindling, bed linens, towels, pots/pans/cutlery included. Please note, a 4WD vehicle is recommended to access the site. Sub-Alpine area in front ranges of Alberta Rockies. We are located 1 hour and 30 minutes from Jasper National Park and 3 hours from Mount Robson National Park. We look forward to hosting you!
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
CA$300
 / night

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