A-Frame Club Cabins for Sale in Winter Park
A-Frame Club is a limited collection of 31 freestanding, architect-designed cabins in Old Town Winter Park, Colorado. Designed by acclaimed Skylab Architecture for Zeppelin Development, the property takes its cues from the iconic A-frame ski cabins and mountain culture of the 1970s, reimagined as a modern, fully operational boutique hospitality property.
Individual A-Frame Club cabins are now available for private ownership.
Unlike a traditional Winter Park condominium, each residence is its own freestanding A-frame cabin with a private entrance and outdoor space. The approximately 595-square-foot interiors come fully furnished and equipped, pairing the character of a mountain cabin with the convenience of a professionally operated hospitality property.
Inside, soaring A-frame ceilings and expansive windows define the main living space. Birchwood finishes, custom built-ins and an iconic Malm gas fireplace give the cabins their distinctive mid-century character. Each cabin also includes a kitchenette, dedicated ski and gear storage, radiant-heated bathroom floors, central heating and air conditioning, integrated audiovisual equipment and a private walkout deck. Upstairs, a king sleeping area sits beneath the peak of the A-frame alongside a soaking tub.
The cabins are positioned among mature trees and connected by elevated boardwalks, creating a setting that feels very different from a conventional mountain condominium complex. Owners have access to the broader A-Frame Club experience, including hot tubs, sauna, cold plunge, gathering areas, fire pits, on-site parking and the property's historic saloon and restaurant.
A-Frame Club combines individually owned real estate with the amenities and operating structure of an established boutique hotel. When an owner is not using their cabin, professional rental management provides a streamlined way to participate in the property's existing hospitality operation.
That structure also makes A-Frame Club different from a conventional residential purchase. Owner-use rules, condo-hotel financing, HOA documents and rental management should all be understood before buying. As the listing broker for the A-Frame Club Owners Club, I can provide current cabin availability, ownership documents, HOA information, financing resources and a clear explanation of how the ownership structure works.
Located along the Fraser River in Old Town Winter Park, A-Frame Club offers something increasingly difficult to find in Colorado's mountain towns: a private, architecturally distinctive cabin within an established hospitality property, minutes from skiing, mountain biking and everything Winter Park has to offer.
Explore the available cabins below, or contact me directly for current releases, pricing and a private tour of A-Frame Club.
A-Frame Club Ownership Q&A
How big are the cabins?
Each cabin is approximately 595 square feet. They are intentionally compact, but ownership extends well beyond the walls of the cabin. Owners also have access to the broader A-Frame Club property, including the Lodge, restaurant and saloon, hot tubs, sauna and cold plunge, ski and gear facilities, outdoor gathering areas and fire pits. The idea is less about owning a large mountain home and more about having a private retreat supported by a much larger shared experience.
Is this considered a condo-hotel, and does that make resale harder?
Yes. A-Frame Club has a condo-hotel ownership structure, and condo-hotels can require more specialized financing than conventional residential properties. There are only 31 freestanding cabins, however, which creates a very different inventory profile from a large condominium building with hundreds of similar units. Buyers should evaluate both the unique nature of the property and the financing/resale considerations that come with the asset class.
Will the restaurant and bar make the property feel busy or noisy?
The historic saloon and restaurant are part of what makes A-Frame Club different from a traditional second-home community. The cabins themselves are distributed among mature trees and connected by boardwalks rather than sitting directly over or beside the restaurant. For buyers concerned about how the property actually feels when it is operating, the best answer is to experience it in person.
Do all cabins have the same loft access?
No. Loft access varies by cabin. Some cabins have spiral staircases and others have ladder-style access. If stairs are important to you, we can identify the available cabins that meet that requirement and also track upcoming releases.
What does the HOA fee cover?
The current HOA structure covers expenses that would otherwise fall directly on the owner of a standalone mountain property, including exterior insurance and maintenance, grounds and common-area upkeep, and shared amenities and services. Owners are responsible for their individual interior coverage. The current budget and HOA documents should be reviewed as part of any purchase decision.
Can the HOA fee increase in the future?
Yes. Like any HOA, assessments can change over time. Rather than assuming what future dues will be, buyers should review the current budget, reserves, historical expenses and governing documents. I can provide those materials so you and your advisors can evaluate them directly.
Can I get conventional financing on an A-Frame Club cabin?
Financing a condo-hotel is different from financing a conventional condominium, and many residential lenders do not offer these loans. There are lenders that specialize in condo-hotel financing, however, and I can connect buyers directly with lenders who understand this property type.
How much rental income can I expect?
Neither I nor the developer can provide projected income, occupancy or investment returns for the cabins. What I can provide is information about how the management structure works, questions to ask about historical operations, relevant public market data and introductions to financial and tax professionals who understand this type of ownership.
What happens if the mountain real estate market softens?
A-Frame Club should be evaluated on its own characteristics rather than solely against the broader mountain condominium market. It consists of only 31 freestanding cabins within an established hospitality property, with a distinct architectural identity and professional management. Buyers should still consider current Grand County market conditions, financing and potential resale as part of their decision.
Can I only use my cabin 90 days per year?
The property's zoning limits standard owner occupancy to 90 days per year. There is also a mechanism that allows owners to stay beyond those 90 days by paying a nominal nightly fee. Because the exact terms matter, buyers should review the current owner-use documents rather than rely solely on a summary.
Can I use the cabin whenever I want, or does the rental program control my calendar?
Owner use and rental management are governed by the property's ownership and management documents. Rather than oversimplifying those rules, I provide prospective buyers with the actual owner-use terms so they can understand exactly how personal stays, rental periods and scheduling work.
What happens if Zeppelin is no longer the hospitality operator?
The HOA documents and management agreement establish the rights and responsibilities that apply if management changes. Buyers and their attorneys should review the management agreement, including its termination provisions, operating standards and owner rights, before closing.
Why can't I buy any cabin I want right now?
The cabins are being offered in staged releases, and the developer is retaining some units. That means all 31 cabins are not available simultaneously. If you are interested in a specific cabin that hasn't been released yet, I can track that cabin and notify you when its status changes.
Could ownership have tax advantages?
Potentially, depending on your individual situation, ownership structure, use of the property and current tax law. Questions involving depreciation, material participation or other tax treatment need to be evaluated by a qualified CPA or tax attorney. I can provide the property information your advisor needs and connect you with professionals familiar with this asset class.
How much could bonus depreciation save me?
That's a question for your CPA, not your real estate broker. The answer can vary dramatically based on income, ownership structure, participation and other circumstances. My role is to make sure you and your advisor have the relevant property documents and information needed to evaluate it properly.
