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Historic 1800s Ski Hut & Summer Cabin & Private Thermal Dipping Pool

Hosted by William · Alma, Colorado

10 guests max · 2 beds · 1 toilet

95%

50 reviews

Amazing views

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Romantic

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All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Stay in a beautifully restored 1800s alpine cabin at 11,000 feet surrounded by ancient bristlecone pines. Hike four iconic 14ers, cozy up beside the wood stove, then unwind in a private creekside thermal dipping pool beside a waterfall. One of Colorado's most unforgettable mountain retreats.Hidden high in the Colorado Rockies at 11000 feet Zella Hut is a rare private alpine cabin built in the late 1800s and redesigned as a warm mountain modern retreat. It sits in ancient bristlecone pine forest near the Decalibron Loop with access to four 14ers private hiking ATV routes wildlife viewing photography snowshoeing skinning skiing and backcountry adventure. The setting is quiet secluded and far from normal campground noise. Moose often wander through the meadow and owls foxes elk and hummingbirds move through the trees. At night the sky fills with stars and the silence is unforgettable. Inside the cabin is clean cozy and thoughtfully designed. The open layout feels bigger than expected with high ceilings large windows movable furniture and two king Murphy beds that fold away during the day. The interior includes Italian tile granite counters solid maple cabinets beetle kill pine walls custom oak beds and a modern wood fireplace with a large glass view for cold mountain nights. The kitchen includes cookware cooking essentials a sink and fresh drinking water. Summer guests may have seasonal use of the indoor bathroom setup and outdoor hot water shower. Outside is a large deck with built in seating grill burner and peaceful space to sit among the trees. In summer the creekside thermal dipping tub beside a small waterfall and pond creates a private alpine hot spring style experience. Please ask about seasonal availability before booking. In winter Zella Hut becomes a true ski in backcountry hut. Guests access the cabin by snowshoe ski skinning or snowmobile about 3 miles from parking. Backcountry terrain and multiple ski lines are nearby. Two other private Hipcamp sites are located on the property for guests who want to explore different areas. Altitude note this cabin sits around 11000 feet. Expect high elevation conditions cool nights strong sun and fast changing mountain weather. No RVs or trailers. Vans and Sprinter style campers are welcome.

What to expect

A-frame

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

10 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, wood burning fireplace, private. Fire-Restrictions-Burn-Ban-Info by calling 719-836-4160 (Northwest fire district 4) updated daily. Check with all local and state fire bans. Guests and responsible to abide by all regulations.

Toilet available

Portable toilet. A bucket toilet on site. There are bags provided with absorbents.

Pets allowed

On leash. Pets allowed if approved by host. Contact host before booking!

Potable water available

Bottled water or jugs. A gallon of purified drinking water on site for guests. Guests are encouraged to bring up their own water.

Showers available

Hot water . Outdoor instant hot water shower only operational during the warm months. (it's currently not available till late May 2027.)

Cooking equipment present

Bbq, private, stovetop or hot plate, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station. fridge/freezer during the winter is a portable cooler provided. It's outside and stays cold in the winter months; you can bring ice for the summer to keep cold

Picnic table present

Hot Tub present

During the summer there is a creek side solar thermal hot springs dipping tub. Heated by the sun during the day and by fire pit during the evening (unless active fire ban). The tub is currently closed because of cold temps and low water runoff, should open late may of 2027. There is water in the ponds and waterfall until it freezes or stops running.

Pack it out

Guests must pack out trash. There is a trash can with bags provided on site.

No wifi

Laundry absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 1:00 PM

Early or late check-in may be available

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

Late check-out may be available

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy:

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 3 vehicles

2WD accessible

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Meadow Hot Springs Glamping Cabin

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A-frame · Sleeps 10 · 2 beds · 1 toilet

Hidden high in the Colorado Rockies at 11000 feet Zella Hut is a rare private alpine cabin built in the late 1800s and redesigned as a warm mountain modern retreat. It sits in ancient bristlecone pine forest near the Decalibron Loop with access to four 14ers private hiking ATV routes wildlife viewing photography snowshoeing skinning skiing and backcountry adventure. The setting is quiet secluded and far from normal campground noise. Moose often wander through the meadow and owls foxes elk and hummingbirds move through the trees. At night the sky fills with stars and the silence is unforgettable. Inside the cabin is clean cozy and thoughtfully designed. The open layout feels bigger than expected with high ceilings large windows movable furniture and two king Murphy beds that fold away during the day. The interior includes Italian tile granite counters solid maple cabinets beetle kill pine walls custom oak beds and a modern wood fireplace with a large glass view for cold mountain nights. The kitchen includes cookware cooking essentials a sink and fresh drinking water. Summer guests may have seasonal use of the indoor bathroom setup and outdoor hot water shower. Outside is a large deck with built in seating grill burner and peaceful space to sit among the trees. In summer the creekside thermal dipping tub beside a small waterfall and pond creates a private alpine hot spring style experience. Please ask about seasonal availability before booking. In winter Zella Hut becomes a true ski in backcountry hut. Guests access the cabin by snowshoe ski skinning or snowmobile about 3 miles from parking. Backcountry terrain and multiple ski lines are nearby. Two other private Hipcamp sites are located on the property for guests who want to explore different areas. Altitude note this cabin sits around 11000 feet. Expect high elevation conditions cool nights strong sun and fast changing mountain weather. No RVs or trailers. Vans and Sprinter style campers are welcome.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Reviews

95% Recommend64 ratings · 50 reviews

Nestled in a secluded spot, this cabin offers peace, quiet, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Guests rave about the cozy and thoughtfully designed cabin, which provides a comfortable and off-grid experience with essential amenities. While some visitors expressed disappointment over the non-functional hot springs and the need to complete pre-check out cleaning, the overall sentiment is positive, with many appreciating the solitude, wildlife, and clear starlit skies. Be prepared for a rugged drive up, but once there, it's a serene escape perfect for nature lovers.

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· October 2026

Great little secluded spot for peace and quiet and gorgeous views. Loved the inside of the cabin and the deck was huge! Would love to return again once the hot springs are functional, but still had an awesome time!

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· September 2026

Great spot! Peaceful and amazing access to the nearby 14ers. Would recommend all wheel drive to make it up from Alma, or at least decent clearance on your vehicle. Also be prepared for 30mins-hour of going through the pre-check out cleaning.

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· August 2026

It’s like your family has a cabin up in the mountains with lots of extras that you wouldn’t have in a hotel not to mention a beautiful view, absolute quiet, no neighbors, and it is very comfortable.

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· August 2026

Lovely Secluded Spot!

We loved staying at this little slice of heaven! The road to get there was kind of crazy, but the directions were great! It was so nice to just be in nature be disconnected from the world for a couple days! We were bummed that the hot tub/soaking pool wasn’t working, but that just means we will have to come back!!

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· July 2026

Great place and great communication! Would definitely go back!

Mixed feelings

· July 2026

We enjoyed the beauty of the mountains and the quiet surroundings especially from the spacious deck. However, we would recommend this hut during the colder months as the windows do not have screens. It was hard to not have fresh air. The skylights offer a view of the amazing stars in the night sky but if it had screens it would be even better! It got really hot during the night. Plan on bringing sheets for twin beds-there are two murphy beds that fold out to offer a total of 4 twin mattresses when laid out side by side. I am not sure how 10 people could fit in this one room hut as advertised. We were disappointed there was not a true solar shower like described and the solar springs is a great idea but again, not working. A pit toilet outside may be a better investment than the portable toilet in the incomplete shower stall. We would gladly come back if some upgrades are made. A lot of hard work has gone into building the hut-it is fine craftsmanship. It just would be better to finish the project before listing it on hip camp as a glamping cabin and charge the current price.

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· July 2026

Beautiful scenery and comfy cabin! The wildlife watching is unreal… especially the moose that hung around the hills behind the cabin. The cabin is cozy and very secluded. Even off grid has many supplies and comfort features for a relaxing stay. And with so many windows you can fall asleep watching the stars.

Not recommend

· June 2026

Mixed Bag

With pets

Very mixed bag experience with this cabin. First, the host required that I send photos of my debit card prior to receiving the directions to the cabin for incidentals. While I understand the need for a card on file, email is not a secure form of communication and I am uncomfortable sending sensitive information using that avenue. The host was unable to provide an alternative so my choice was to figure out an alternative method on my own or lose my money and lose out on the trip. Luckily I was able to send it via secure document. I highly suggest reading the rental agreement very closely and being prepared to do significant deep cleaning at the end of your trip if you want to avoid getting charged. Evidently this cabin is not cleaned or inspected between guests (it's also unclear how often the bedding is washed), so guests are expected to do things like clean the toilet, mop the floors, and empty the sink tank. If you're fine with all of that and do well at high altitudes, this could be a great place for you to stay. It was absolutely beautiful scenery, a thoughtfully built structure, and I'm sure when the hot spring is working it is absolutely lovely. Unfortunately I ended up having a medical emergency and we had to leave early, resulting in $240 worth of fees when the price was already pretty steep considering the amount of cleaning expected. All in all, just make sure you know exactly what you're in for when booking this cabin!

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· June 2026

Beautiful escape!

With kids

Such a great retreat! Myself, my husband and our two children loved the cabin, it was perfect for us! It was nice to be “off grid” but still have some basic amenities like a portable toilet and well stocked kitchen. The view is amazing and you can see every star at night either inside laying on the bed or on the porch. William was a great host and was quick with responding to messages. My husband and son walked a couple trails around and loved it. My husband is already talking about him and my son coming back someday to do more hiking. Beautiful cabin and property!

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· May 2026

With pets

I really enjoyed the Cabin. Beautiful scenery and close to hiking. The wood stove inside kept us warm.

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· May 2026

With pets

This was the exact retreat we were looking for. We had an incredible time exploring, staying warm by the indoor stove, cooking meals and enjoying coffee on the deck. Wandering the land was so serene, you couldn't have asked for a better way to spend a few days. It was the comfort you need while off-grid.

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· April 2026

The BEST little getaway

With pets

I was sick but from what my friends told me they had an INCREDIBLE time! It was a perfect intro into the upcoming camping season and provided extra shelter that was very much needed in the late spring. Would highly recommend this little spot for a cute getaway :)

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· November 2025

With pets

This is a thoughtfully designed and beautiful but very simple little cabin in a gorgeous spot. William was very communicative and helpful by phone and text.

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· September 2025

Fall weekend trip

With pets

I had a nice stay with my dog at the end of September. The view is as nice as everyone says. The site is big with an outdoor fire pit, but i didn't use. You are at 11k feet and will feel it hiking and chopping wood for kindling. That was fun with a heavy axe. The portable toilet is interesting. still not sure how I feel about it. Temps were down to 35 night but was fine inside with the wood stove. The road up is pretty rough, but I made it fine in a Tesla 3. Just go slow.

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· September 2025

Seclusive cabin experience

Loved the set up of this well built cabin. Wood stove was a nice feature and kept it nice and toasty inside even with freezing temps. Seclusive and convenient to hiking Mount Bross and even Mounts Lincoln, Cameron and Democrat. Saw a moose and several deer in the open area in front of the cabin which was a highlight.

Mixed feelings

· September 2025

Overall , our experience was good at William’s Zella hut. Kitchen is well stocked, and cooking on the outdoor grill was easy . A couple concerns: I specifically asked if the water hot springs would be working and hot when we arrived. We were told yes. This was not true- the hot springs were freezing cold, and we enjoyed a cold plunge instead. We were also told we get 3 bars of service for ATand T- we only got one at most. Make sure to bring matches and some newspaper if you want to make a fire- there was one small Bic lighter that worked most of the time. Finally, William does not seem to respond through the Hipcamp site promptly, and we ended up calling him or texting his phone if we had questions. This may not bother people, but I prefer to do communication through the site. The area is incredibly quiet, private, gorgeous, close to a 14 ers. We enjoyed our stay- just wished the communication was more precise about the hot springs and the service.

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· August 2025

Stars!

With kids

Incredible views! We loved getting to see the stars from the skylights. The cabin was nice and cozy with the fire going. It was well stocked with the essentials. The host had great communication and there were very detailed instructions for everything.

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· August 2025

Gorgeous private retreat

Loved staying at the a-frame. Clear directions to locate it and to stay and didn’t encounter anyone else during our two day stay. Saw lots of different animals and enjoyed star gazing from the bed.

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· August 2025

With pets

Absolutely stunning location. The cabin is great and fitting of the host’s description. Bed was quite comfortable. Grill is solid and will enable you to cook most anything—works perfectly as an oven. The cabin is small but well designed. There are some tight corners with low ceiling clearance (like the sink area) making it a bit tough for tall people. Couple more things to note that may be helpful. there are functional USB ports but the typical outlets did not work for us. Don’t expect to plug anything in. Solar panels provide the electricity— it’s probably by design that the outlets are deactivated reserving power for other things. Solar panels also provide the heat for the “hot springs.” The system was working—warm water was entering the pool, but not at a sufficient rate to heat the cold (and beautifully clear) spring water. There is evidence that they are still working on it. I’m hopeful that one day they’ll be able to deliver on the “hot” part. We still took exhilarating dips a couple of times. Take the altitude seriously, If you’re coming from sea level, you may feel sick for your entire stay. We live at 5600 feet and still spent a full day adjusting. It’s a special place—We had a wonderful time. William was very helpful.

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· August 2025

Best. Glamping. Ever.

With pets

Our family of 4 and 2 pups had an excellent experience at Zella Hut! So beautiful with so many different terrains and PRIVACY!! The shelter is everything you could ask for and more. Two king beds with decent mattresses and room for dog beds, couch, table and stove. Tons of blankets, firewood and the little kitchen has everything! Favorite part was the “hot spring” dipping pool next to the creek with a little waterfall! Close second was the view from the expansive cement decking! We had some fun adventures further up the road and next time we will definitely do one of the three 14ers we were so close to. But honestly, that deck was just stunning…our happy place for sure! Thanks for hosting us William- we appreciate your quick and clear communication 🤙🏽

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· August 2025

Group trip

We really enjoyed the cabin. Location was very private. We enjoyed hiking in the area, including to the bristlecones at windy ridge, which you could hike to from the cabin. William was great at communicating and answering questions. The shower is outside. The portable toilet was inside - we did bring a sheet so there was more privacy given the glass door to the toilet area. We opted to clean ourselves rather than pay the cleaning fee. We really enjoyed our weekend here.

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· July 2025

Bristlecone Beauty

Absolutely gorgeous secluded location. Quiet, dark skies, and far enough away from it all to really feel it. Host was very communicative and helpful, I hope I can visit again one day :)

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· July 2025

With kids

Awesome spot in a beautiful area! The host was super responsive and we had a great time.

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· July 2025

My favorite escape

We love the solitude and views from this area. The host is super helpful and accommodating and the instructions are clear. I’ve enjoyed watching this property evolve. It just gets better and better. Thank you William!

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· June 2025

Group trip

We had an amazing stay at Meadow Hot Springs Cabin. The surrounding land and area made it feel secluded while being close to some great hiking trails and any amenities in Alma. Perfect getaway for a long weekend!

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· June 2025

With pets

Williams Hipcamp was a phenomenal and peaceful stay. William was very communicative leading up to the stay including all necessary details in order to get to the property. I would definitely recommend this Hipcamp!

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· April 2025

This hipcamp was definitely a winner! A journey to get to (altitude sickness killed me, ha!) but was well worth it. William's cabin is well stocked, and he's extremely helpful. Would book again!

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· February 2025

Snowmuch Fun ☺️Happy hipcampers

My fiance and I spent Valentine's weekend at the cabin during winter. We enjoyed our trip! Such a well-built cabin with very thought out amenities. We would love to come back again. The Host is great at communicating and will answer any of your questions. The 3 mile snowshoe trek in was fun! Wish we brought skiis to ski nearby. FYI You will be stepping outside to pee. The host did require us to sign a rental agreement/ liability waiver and send a copy of a credit card.

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· January 2025

Really cool cabin! It's nicely remodeled, very comfortable, and the location is great. We had really good communication and support from Kevin at all times. Highly recommend.

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· October 2024

Amazing place! Kevin was a great host and we loved every second out there. The best views and a really great little cabin.

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Alma, Park, Colorado, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by William C.

Joined in January 2024

Historic 1800s Ski Hut & Summer Cabin & Private Thermal Dipping Pool

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