Welcome! Please email info@gonzonation.org with your one paragraph application:
UPDATE: We are currently only accepting guests who have stayed here before or have a reference from a past guest. If you don't have a reference from a previous guest, but would like to apply for a 3 night stay on the waitlist, please email info@gonzonation.org
This is a fundraiser for the Owl Farm Trust and Gonzo Foundation. Although we do not generally charge extra for the fact that this is Hunter S. Thompson's home, we do at times invite guests at Anita Thompson's request, to her home (the main house) that is also a private museum.
After your application has been approved (please write a one paragraph email explaining why you would like to stay at the writer's cabin, at least two dates that you would like to begin your 3 night stay, & names of people who would join you), we will send you instructions for the next steps & what dates we can accommodate you. Guests that are not on the list are strictly prohibited unless written approval is given by one of the Gonzo Nation staff members in advance.
Hunter S. Thompson’s Writing Cabin contains one of Hunter S. Thompson's desks in a peaceful home on his Owl Farm compound. Under some circumstances, Hunter Thompson’s wife, Anita, who still lives in the main house, invites guests to see the private museum. Because it is her private residence, a tour is not necessarily included in cabin stay. She does take special circumstances into consideration if there is a request to see the main house/private museum.
This classic cabin was owned by Hunter Thompson until his death in 2005. He hosted guests, staff, and spent time in the main historic part of the cabin (now the master bedroom). It is full of Gonzo history with two bedrooms, one bathroom, a kitchen/bar/ living room area with views of Dr. Thompson’s Owl Farm Red Cliff Canyon, Woody Creek mesa and entire Woody Creek Valley.
-$550-$1200 per night depending on season.
- 3 night minimum
- Pet friendly with approval
--Master bedroom:
-King size bed with view of red cliffs and peacocks
-55 inch big screen television
--2ndbedroom:
-Queen Bed
-Black out shades
-View of Hunter’s beloved Red Cliff Canyon and the Woody Creek wildlife visits outside the windows.
-5-20 (allow extra time for your walk during snow season) minute walking distance to the Hunter S. Thompson memorial labyrinth on the Owl Farm 40+ acre property.
-Peacock pen adjacent to cabin for constant view of the birds in their own habitat.
-Writing tools provided, including Thompson’s model typewriter, Owl Farm Stationary, reference books, and special requests taken into consideration to use at his desk and printer for your laptop.
- 15 minute drive to downtown Aspen, 10 minute drive to the airport.
- Complementary wi-fi or it can be disconnected if you would like to be "off the grid."
-Smoking allowed only in designated areas.
-We do not condone any unlawful act on the property.
-A short rental agreement and liability waiver must be signed by guests upon arrival along with photo ID.
- Respecting Hunter's home and legacy is a priority.
-$300 standard cleaning fee will be included or more added for extra guests and if there are damages etc.
-This is a private residence, only invited guests after application are allowed.
-Thank you!