Hütte Heidi – A Warm Retreat in the Zao Highlands

Gather, create, and unwind in a lodge surrounded by nature

🌿 What is Hütte Heidi?

Tucked away in the Zao Kogen Bodaira Highlands, Hütte Heidi is a peaceful and flexible retreat, perfect for family getaways, creative residencies, and group workshops.
Accommodating up to 38 guests across two buildings, it offers both solitude and connection in every season.

🍽 What Makes It Special

🏠 Main Building

  • Seasonal home-cooked meals blending Japanese, Western, and Chinese ideas

  • Child-friendly options and allergy-friendly menus available

  • Dining room, playroom for kids, and cozy guest rooms (3–5 people)

  • Wi‑Fi, USB outlets, and desks in all rooms

🛏 Annex

  • Two 6-person rooms + one 5-person room

  • 80m² creative studio: piano, ping pong table, mirrors, mats, whiteboard

  • Lounge and mini-kitchen for flexible group use

☕ Café Peter (spring–autumn only)

  • A seasonal café with snacks, crafts, and local products

  • Hands-on workshops: pizza baking, candle making, aroma distillation

🔥 Fireside Nights & Local Wine

In the evening, gather around the fire with a glass of local wine.
The flicker of flames under the Zao stars adds quiet magic to your stay.

👣 Perfect For

  • 🎨 Creative workshops, retreats, or academic camps

  • 👨‍👩‍👧 Families who want to unwind in nature with home-style meals

  • 🧘‍♀️ Individuals looking for quiet work or wellness time

  • 🍷 Travelers seeking meaningful connection by the fire