Summit County Home September/October 2014 by Ashley Detmering

REAL ESTATE & MOUNTAIN LIFESTYLES | September /October 2014

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Well constructed builder’s home on the stream in bills ranch in a walk to town location. 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 3 car garage for all your toys. On over a half acre of land. Offered at $945,000

Great 3 BD/2 BA home in great area with awesome views on an acre of land. Breakfast nook, custom oak trim, large workshop, and storage attached. Dog run, large detached storage shed in back yard. Price Reduced! $715,000

Bill’s Ranch, West 1/2 Acre (approx.) Home site. A rare opportunity. Lot tucked in the trees on south side of rec path. Offered at $425,000. Call for survey.

Price Reduced! $644,000 Great, Sunny, 3 bedroom + Den, 2 car home centrally located in sought after Frisco. Nice finishes, wood and tile floor. Extra 6 x 9.5 foot storage room. Easy to show. Call today. Thank you!

End unit w/ Fireplace in living room & master bedroom, loft office, new windows, wood flooring, storage loft! Enjoy morning sun! Price Reduced! $469,900

At the end of a private road adjacent to national forest in sought after Bills Ranch. 5 bedroom, 5 bath custom home with over 6500 sqft on over 3/4 of an acre. Great gathering place with plenty of space for a large group. Offered at $1,975,000

Voyd J. “Butch” Elich II Broker Associate 970.389.4005 RE/MAX Properties of the Summit 305 Main Street, Frisco butch@elich.com

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MARKET REPORT

July monetary volume is up 32% from July 2013.

FACES & PLACES Snapshots from around Summit County.

10 SUMMER SOIREE Celebrate the end of the season with these fun entertainment tips.

15 MOUNTAIN

28 SERVICE

Redefining mountain design.

REMODELS

20 SUMMIT’S

BUILDING BOOM

Affordable housing is a big part of new developments across the county.

24 HIGH COUNTRY

BAKING

Throw those last summer berries into this delicious raspberry tart.

DIRECTORY

An extensive list of local professionals, brokers and REALTORS®.

ON THE COVER Fall is a popular time for remodeling PHOTO COURTESY DEVIGNE DEVELOPING

29 TRANSACTIONS Summit Real Estate Transactions, August 2014. 30 THE VIEW Super moon over Summit. PHOTO COURTESY BRANDON EVANS

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Elevated Resort Living

208 Lindstrom Road. Horse property and Huge Gore Range Views. $899,000. 4 bed/3 bath 2357 sq ft on 40 acres. Silverthorne.

Spacious condo in Keystone. Abundant natural light, shuttle to ski lifts. 4 bed/3 bath, 1718 +/- sq. ft. Trappers Crossing 8755. $595,000

Newly completed luxury paired homes with slope views.Â Sanctuary at Keystone Units 17 & 18. $8799,000 and $840,000. 3 bed/2.5 bath. 2180 sq ft. 2 living areas. Keystone.

Keystone Ski Slope Views and walk to the Gondola. Red Hawk Townhomes Unit 2349. $749,000. 3 bed/3 bath 1694 sq ft. New carpet, paint and professionally staged.

Laurie Williams

A Managing Broker RE/MAX Properties of the Summit 970.485.3994 Laurie@SummitCountySkiProperty.com SummitCountySkiProperty.com Parade of Homes award-winning residence. 3,751 sq ft. 4 Bed/4 Bath. 353A Ensign Dr., Corinthian Hill. Offered at $1,225,000.

Outdoor/Indoor living w/ 2 large decks & views of Buffalo Mtn, Lake Dillon & Keystone. 4 bed/4bath. 3,151 sq ft. 25 Black Bear Ct.2014 Offered at $799,000. | SEPTEMBER 4 Summit County HOME /OCTOBER

62 Goldenview Dr. With inspiring ski slope views from expansive windows. This is the essence of rustic elegance in a Colorado retreat. 4,943 sq ft. Breckenridge, 5 bd/5 ba, $2,400,000

SOLD!

Saddle Ridge Townhomes in Silverthorne for $379,900. 3 Bed/3 Bath. Family Room 1 car garage ~1,900 sq ft. All new stainless appliances. Perfect get away!

SOLD!

Lovely Condo. Privacy, Views and Best Location at Keystone! Walk to village, activities, shops and dining. Spacious 3-bed/3-bath, 1900 +/- sq ft w/ attached garage. Exquisite furnishings included. Red Hawk Townhomes, River Run Village. Now Offered at $919,000

Kouri Wolf

MRE Broker Associate RE/MAX Properties of the Summit 970.333.0303 Kouri@kwolfrealestate.com KWolfRealEstate.com Luxury at Keystone Ranch Golf course for $1,895,000. 326 Mountain Bluebell 6 Bedroom / 4 Bath / 4,539 +/- Sq Ft. Panoramic Views, Open Floorplan, Gourmet Kitchen.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on the opportunity to own a great townhome in beautiful Frisco. Huge sunny deck, 3 bed/2.5 bath, 2010 +/- Sq Ft with over sized two car garage provides plenty of space for family and friends. Offered at $569,000

Adorable studio condo in town of Frisco. West facing deck provides great afternoon sun. 384 +/- Sq Ft. This perfect weekend getaway wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t last so call today! Offered at $164,500

Beautiful condo in quiet Frisco location. Spacious 3 bed/3 bath +loft/ one car garage. 1,834 sq ft. Drake Landing # D-6. Offered at $539,000.

New Development in Breckenridge: Peak Ten Bluffs. Starting at $1,282,500 Now Under Construction! 3 Bed/ 3.5 Bath/2,823 +/- Sq Ft. Family Room, Two Car Garage, Views, luxury interiors,Summitdaily.com/realestate mountain design. 5

market report

MAR KET PER SPECTI VE

historical Transaction breakdown

YTD GROSS VOLUME BY YEAR

- number of residental transactions, year to date -

MARKET SNAPSHOT

722

782

589

2012 YTD 2012 $304,658,925

2013 $364,440,500

2014 $397,606,681

July monetary volume ($90,735,125) is up 32% from July 2013. Transactions volume (195) is up10% from June 2013. YTD 2014 transaction volume is finally up by 4% from YTD 2013.

2013 YTD

2014 YTD

The most active price points in July were between $300k-$400k. July had 55 Single family, 103 Multi-family and 14 Vacant land transactions. there were 12 properties that sold for $1M and above in July.

PURCHASER HIGHLIGHTS SECOND HOMEOWNERS TRANSACTIONS YTD 2014 34% OUT OF STATE 41% FRONT RANGE 24% LOCALS 1% INTERNATIONAL

2014 AVERAGE PRICE HISTORY

Single family is $799,222 YTD

Multi-family is $362,783 YTD

Vacant Land is $372,880 YTD Summit County HOME | SEPTEMBER /OCTOBER 2014

COURTESY OF LAND TITLE

Average Residential pricing for

Summit association of realtors community news I-70 & MARIJUANA LOCAL REALTORS® STAY UP-TO-DATE ON TWO IMPORTANT ISSUES AFFECTING SUMMIT COUNTY RESIDENTS: I-70 CONGESTION AND MARIJUANA Each month, SAR hosts a Pizza & Politics event as a way for local realtors to learn and discuss issues that are affecting the real estate industry. This month, SAR hosted two speakers. MARGARET BOWLES, PROGRAM DIRECTOR FOR THE I-70 COALITION Ms. Bowles discussed upcoming projects and ongoing discussions around efforts to decrease congestion along the I-70 Corridor. The mission of the I-70 Coalition is to enhance public accessibility and mobility in the I-70 Central Mountain Corridor and adjoining dependent counties and municipalities through the implementation of joint public & private transportation management efforts. These efforts include traveler education and outreach, as well as partnering with businesses along the I-70 mountain corridor. The I-70 Coalition is excited to offer GoI70.com, the resource to help you plan a delay-free trip, and learn other ways you can be a part of the I-70 solution. Do you want to know the best resources to get real time road and traffic information? Want to know the best times to travel I-70, find an extra rider to share expenses, get info on a ski bus, or a good deal on dinner or an overnight stay? It is all at GoI70.com.

SUMMIT COUNTY SHERIFF JOHN MINOR Sheriff Minor updated REALTORS® about the state’s legalization of marijuana and how it relates to real estate in Summit County. Sheriff Minor discussed the new marijuana laws as the County understands them, and what REALTORS® should know as property is transacted that has or will involve marijuana operations. Here are a few commonly asked questions that are listed on the Sheriff’s office website about marijuana as it relates to private property: Can I grow marijuana in a residential property? Marijuana, either medical or recreational, may only be grown in a residence for personal use in accordance with the Summit County Land Use and Development Code and may not be sold commercially I rent the place where I live. Can I grow for my own personal use? You must have permission from the property owner and obtain a permit from the County in order to grow. If I’m growing for my own personal use, how many plants can I have? 6 per individual with no more than 12 plants.

Are there limitations on where I grow in my house? Yes. The growing, cultivation and processing of marijuana plant s shall be limited to the following areas within the primary residence: 1. Detached single-family dwelling unit, only within a secure, defined, contiguous area not to exceed 150 square feet; 2. Any residential dwelling unit other than a detached single-family dwelling unit, only within a secure, defined, contiguous area not to exceed 100 square feet; 3. Marijuana shall not be grown, cultivated or processed within the common area of any real property that is devoted to a residential use. 4. An outbuilding or a garage associated with a residence provided that the area is secure, defined and limited in size in accordance with the provisions above.

LEFT: SAR Government Affairs Consultant Sarah Thorsteinson with Summit County Sheriff John Minor ABOVE: Program Director for the I-70 Coalition Margaret Bowles with SAR Government Affairs Consultant Sarah Thorsteinson

WILDLIFE & PROPERTY INSURANCE SAR HOSTS FORUMS ON WILDFIRE & PROPERTY INSURANCE ISSUES The Summit Association of REALTORS hosted a free lunch and Joint Town Hall discussion with State Representative Millie Hamner (HD-61) and Summit County Commissioner Dan Gibbs on September 12th. The community discussion focused on issues related to homeowner difficulties with maintaining or obtaining property insurance in Summit County due to perceived wildfire risk. The group also discussed defensible space mitigation and confusion amongst homeowners as to the conflicting differences between what local Fire Departments and Insurance Companies consider defensible space.

Com m unit y Cha l l eng e This month’s challenge: Try one of these five simple ideas to help spread kindness around you: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Compliment the first three people you talk to. Say good morning to everyone you see at the post office. Spend 10 minutes cleaning up the litter at the park or around your neighborhood. Dedicate 24 hours to spreading positivity on social media. Leave a generous tip.

Summit County REALTORS® are making a tremendous difference in the lives of people and our community everyday. From volunteering for their favorite charity to donating time and money to support lowincome residents with emergency housing needs, our local realtors are dedicated to creating positive changes in our community. We invite you to join us in this month’s “community challenge” where we challenge each other to perform a random act of kindness or good deed… it’s the little things that we do for each other every day that can make an impact on the community around us.

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SOCIAL GALLERY

FACES PLACES Brian, Kendra and Chloe Jefferson, of Central City, Nebraska, take a spin on the Adventure Point Tubing hill at Keystone Resort on Tuesday, Aug. 5.

TOP LEFT: RYAN COOK, OF FRISCO, AND MICHELLE LYMAN, OF BRECKENRIDGE, WAIT TO SEE IF THEY HAVE WON ANY RAFFLE PRIZES AT FAC AT BURKE AND RILEY’S IRISH PUB IN BRECKENRIDGE ON FRIDAY, AUG. 1. BOTTOM LEFT: MEGAN ERICKSON FROM BE MEDIA HOUSE, HOLLY RESIGNOLO FROM MOUNTAIN TOWN MAGAZINE AND GILLIAN WHITE FROM BE MEDIA HOUSE ATTEND THE SNEAK PEEK EVENT FOR THE COUNTY’S FIRST CO-WORKING SPACE ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 23, AT THE BUFFALO MOUNTAIN GALLERY. BOTTOM RIGHT: MIKE BENNETT, BREWER OF DILLON DAM BREWERY, AND CORY FORSTER, OF BAKERS’ BREWERY, SHARE A BEER AT THE KEYSTONE BLUEGRASS AND BEER FESTIVAL.

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It's How BreckenrIdge does luxury.

Clearly, something is Changing on main street. Living at Water House puts Breckenridge at your feet. The town. The mountain. Walk straight from your door to the Peak 9 QuickSilver Super6 lift. Water House on Main Street is starting its final phase of luxury living that captures the heart and soul of Breckenridge… and then some. With several residences already sold, don’t miss out on your opportunity to be a part of the newest in luxury living. PriCing from $565,000 – $1,695,000 to view the furnished model, Please ContaCt our sales offiCe. Contact your local broker or visit our sales center at Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate 117 S. Main Street, Breckenridge. CO 80424 waterhouseonmainstreet.com 970.453.9090

lifestyle

SUM MER EN T ERTA INING

STEP UP YOUR NEXT

r e m Sum e Soire by JASMINE LISTOU BIBLE

Your patio is beckoning. Summer evenings in Summit County are the perfect times for hosting small get-togethers. Forgo the standard wine and cheese plate and try something different. We’ve crafted four party ideas using some of our favorite Colorado food and drink purveyors to change things up a bit.

TOP: PLACE DARK CHOCOLATE GELATO INTO A BEER MUG, ADD BOURBON, AND FILL TO TOP WITH BLACK CHERRY SODA TO MAKE A BLACK CHERRY-CHOCOLATE BOURBON FLOAT. BELOW: HAVE SEVERAL BACKGAMMON BOARDS SET UP AND READY TO PLAY PLACED AROUND YOUR PATIO. ADD A COMPETITIVE EDGE BY GIVING EACH GUEST 10 DIMES TO BET WITH. PRINT OUT BASIC INSTRUCTION SHEETS TO PLACE NEAR EACH BOARD, IF NEEDED.

BOURBON AND BACKGAMMON

Summit County is home to the world’s highest distillery, Breckenridge Distillery. While Breckenridge Bourbon served neat or on the rocks is a divine experience, take things up a notch for this bourbon and backgammon party. Have several backgammon boards set up and ready to play placed around your patio. Add a competitive edge by giving each guest 10 dimes to bet with. Print out basic instruction sheets to place near each board, if needed. Have candles and cafe lights glowing and bluegrass music queued up for ambiance. Place large, glass beer steins in the freezer to chill, and wait for your guests to arrive to create your floats.

BLACK CHERRY-CHOCOLATE BOURBON FLOAT 2 SCOOPS DARK CHOCOLATE GELATO 1 TO 2 OUNCES BRECKENRIDGE BOURBON WHISKEY BLACK CHERRY SODA

Place dark chocolate gelato into each beer mug, add bourbon, and fill to top with black cherry soda. Serve with straws and long spoons.

(OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: YOUR PATIO IS BECKONING. SUMMER EVENINGS IN SUMMIT COUNTY ARE THE PERFECT TIMES FOR HOSTING SMALL GET-TOGETHERS. TOP RIGHT: BRECKENRIDGE 9600 BBQ SAUCE. BOTTOM LEFT: BEER AND BARBEQUE ARE CLASSIC PARTNERS IN CRIME, SO TURN YOUR PORCH INTO A TASTING ROOM. ENCOURAGE EACH GUEST TO SAMPLE DIFFERENT STYLES OF BEER. BOTTOM RIGHT: SPRING44 DISTILLING, LOCATED IN LOVELAND, USES ROCKY MOUNTAIN ARTISANAL MINERAL SPRING WATER IN ALL SIX OF ITS SPIRITS.

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BEER AND BARBECUE

While beer and barbecue are classic partners in crime, give them a grown-up twist by turning your porch into a tasting room. Set up a table with a selection of beers, arranging them from lightest to darkest. Set out smaller tumbler glasses, encouraging each guest to sample different styles of beer. Use butcher paper as a tablecloth, so you can use a marker and label each type of beer. Have guests score each beer or add their own tasting notes, just for fun. Head to Antler’s Discount Liquors on Summit Boulevard in Frisco, where they allow you to build your own six-pack. Try local beers and wacky beers you’ve never heard of in combinations like IPA, Saison, stout, lager, pilsner, wheat, etc. On the side, serve grownup grilled-cheese sandwiches, cut into smaller triangles. Taking a note from famed Denver chef Jennifer Jasinski by swapping out cheddar for more sophisticated ingredients such as goat cheese with orange marmalade on sourdough or jalapeno jam and Camembert cheese on thick brioche. As a dipping sauce, set out small bowls of the absurdly addictive Breckenridge 9600 BBQ sauce. Head to breck9600.com to learn more about this barbecue sauce and to find out where it’s available for sale in Summit County.

TEA PART Y

Who says teatime needs to be proper? Turn some of your favorite teas into “tea-tinis.” Rather than martini glasses, serve them in chilled teacups. Use Spring44 Vodka for the first recipe for its smooth, clean and crisp finish. Spring44 Distilling, located in Loveland, uses Rocky Mountain artisanal mineral spring water in all six of its spirits. Use the classic vodka in this recipe, but the next time you’re on the Front Range, head up for a free tour of the distillery, built in 2010, and try the Honey Vodka and Old Tom Gin.

EARL GREY TEA-TINI 2 OUNCES STRONGLY BREWED EARL GREY TEA, COOLED 1 OUNCE SPRING44 VODKA ½ OUNCE CREAM ½ OUNCE SIMPLE SYRUP

Start by brewing 8 satchels of your favorite Earl Grey tea in 1 cup of boiling water. Allow to steep for 10 minutes, and then remove teabags and transfer tea into a glass vessel. Place into refrigerator, and allow 1 hour to cool completely. To create the simple syrup, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Add 2 cups sugar, and remove from heat. Stir until completely dissolved and thickened. Place into refrigerator to cool. Once completely cooled, it can be transferred to a plastic squeeze bottle. Fill martini shaker with ice. Add Earl Grey tea, vodka, cream and simple syrup. Shake for 30 seconds, and strain into chilled teacup.

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SUM MER EN T ERTA INING

BLACKBERRY LEMONADE TEA-TINI 2 OUNCES STRONGLY BREWED CELESTIAL SEASONINGS LEMON ZINGER TEA, COOLED 1 OUNCE LEOPOLD BROS. ROCKY MOUNTAIN BLACKBERRY LIQUEUR 1 OUNCE LEOPOLD BROS. AMERICAN SMALL BATCH GIN LEMON WHEEL

RIGHT: HEAD TO CLINT’S BAKERY ON MAIN STREET IN BRECKENRIDGE TO PICK UP AN ASSORTMENT OF CROISSANTS, BISCOTTI AND DECADENT COOKIES. FAR RIGHT (2): MAKE A TEA-TINI WITH DENVER DISTILLERY LEOPOLD BROS. ROCKY MOUNTAIN BLACKBERRY LIQUEUR AND LEOPOLD BROS. AMERICAN SMALL BATCH GIN. BOTTOM (LEFT TO RIGHT): WITH THE LACK OF CITY LIGHTS ILLUMINATING THE SKY, WE CAN CLEARLY SEE AN INCREDIBLY ARRAY OF STARS. INVITE A SMALL GROUP OF FRIENDS OVER FOR A BLACK VELVET, FIRST CREATED IN LONDON IN 1861. THIS CHAMPAGNE AND STOUT BEER COMBINATION IS THE PERFECT BALANCE OF THE HEAVY BEER AND LIGHT, SPARKLING WINE. INSTEAD OF TRADITIONAL GUINNESS, OPT FOR THE VANILLA PORTER FROM BRECKENRIDGE BREWERY.

STARRY NIGHTS

Perk 763 of living in Summit County: the night sky. With the lack of city lights illuminating the sky, we can clearly see an incredibly array of stars, and sparkly stars call for sparkly bubbles. Invite a small group of friends over for a starry night sipping party. Download an astrology app to your phone or tablet to identify some of the gorgeous stars you’re gazing upward at. See which guests can spot the most constellations. The prep for this gathering couldn’t be easier. On the afternoon of the party, head to Sugar Lips Mini Donuts in Copper Mountain for a few dozen powdered sugar mini donuts. Place them in the fridge until the party, and they’ll be the perfect dense consistency for dipping into this cocktail creation. Swing by Dillon Ridge Liquors to pick up the booze, and you’re ready. The black velvet was first created in London in 1861. This champagne and stout beer combination is the perfect balance of the heavy beer and light, sparkling wine. Instead of traditional Guinness, opt for the Vanilla Porter from Breckenridge Brewery. This smooth, roasted beer is the perfect start to this liquid dessert. Use extrabrut champagne, the least sweet variety. Set out fancy bowls of mini donuts for dipping, and enjoy.

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Start by brewing 8 satchels of Celestial Seasonings Lemon Zinger tea in 1 cup of boiling water. Allow to steep for 10 minutes, and then remove teabags and transfer tea into a glass vessel. Place into refrigerator, and allow 1 hour to cool completely. Fill martini shaker with ice. Add lemon tea, blackberry liqueur and gin. Shake for 30 seconds, and strain into chilled teacup. Top with a thinly sliced lemon wheel. For this tea-tini, use the classic Lemon Zinger tea from one of North America’s largest tea manufacturers, Celestial Seasonings, located in Boulder. Since 1969, they’ve been crafting soothing herbal teas, green teas and black teas. For the booze, we head to Denver distillery Leopold Bros., a familyowned and operated small-batch distillery. If the distillery’s use of regional fruits and botanicals isn’t enough to entice you, its beautiful apothecary-style bottles make it impossible to resist. For the perfect accompaniment for our tea-tini, try your hand at baking vanilla bean scones along with Devonshire cream and lemon curd. Or skip the mess and head directly to Clint’s Bakery on Main Street in Breckenridge to pick up an assortment of croissants, biscotti and decadent cookies. Try the frosted sugar, gingersnap or snicker doodle cookies, and set Pandora to the Edith Piaf station to accompany your swanky soiree.

BLACK VELVET COCKTAIL EXTRA-BRUT CHAMPAGNE BRECKENRIDGE VANILLA PORTER

Fill a champagne flute or Tom Collins glass ¾ of the way with champagne. Slowly pour Breckenridge Brewery Vanilla Porter over the back of a large spoon, in hopes of achieving a layered effect. If it mixes, who cares!

Carbonate Real Estate Company TOM MALMGREN ~ CARMEN YONN

Copper Mountain, Colorado Tom Malmgren Owner/Managing Broker Realtor tjmalmgren@aim.com

970-968-6854 www.skicopper.net 1-800-526-7737 SELLING COPPER SINCE 1974

COPPER - THE MASTERS HOME

Single family homes located at the base of Copper’s ski slopes & backing to the golf course! Copper’s most prestigious neighborhood offers location, views & spacious floorplans. Pricing starts at $1,795,000

COPPER - BEELER PLACE TOWNHOME

Central location between Center Village & Union Creek! High-end finishes top to bottom incl: custom woodwork, granite, crown molding, 2 solar decks, launry room, oversized garage. Offered for $599,000

COPPER - TIMBER CREEK LODGE

Ski in/ski out / hike in/hike out location w easy access to the Super Bee Lift & Colorado Trail! Fully remodeled 2 story / one bedroom + loft / 2 bath / gas fireplaces. Outdoor hot tub. Pricing starts at $344,900

Carmen Yonn Broker Associate Realtor carmenyonn@aim.com

COPPER - THE WOODS TOWNHOMES

Located in Copper’s East Village. Serene resort location perfect for year round living or mountain retreat. 3 bdrm / 2-2.5 baths with private garages & open decks. Pricing starts at $609,000

COPPER - WHEELER HOUSE CONDOS

East Village location with easy access to the Super Bee Lift & golf course! 2 & 3 bedroom condos offering spacious floorplans, extraordinary views & ski in access! Pricing starts at $379,000

COPPER - SUMMIT HOUSE EAST CONDOS

Super Bee / Golf Course / East Village location! 2 bedroom / 2 bath condos offered fully furnished & in turnkey condition to enjoy or short term rent! Hot tub, saunas, heated garage + more from $299,000

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PROPERTIES OF THE SUMMIT Each office is independently owned and operated.

RUBY RANCH CEDAR LOG ESTATE $2,149,000

FRISCO 4BD TOWNHOME $449,000 UPGRADED

Gated community, 6BD, home theater, library, wine cellar, great views!

3 blocks to Main St. Great rental property!

FAIRPLAY 3 BD HOME $199,500 Beautiful views and an easy drive to Breckenridge!

Brokers/GRI/CRS/Realtor-Stager

Amon Team Bret Amon

970-390-6160 | maryb@colorado.net

970-376-3813

www.breckenridgehouses.info

www.amonteam.com

Breckenridge Office

Mary Brooks

This is Keystone’s Finest! 4 BD + FAMILY ROOM $3,400,000 500’ River frontage. Walk to River Run village!

Exceptional Remodel in Keystone Ranch

KEYSTONE RANCH SUB 4BD+ FAMILY ROOM $1,750,000

5 BD/3.75BA | $795,000

Charming SFH on large corner lot with finished basement, private patio fir for hot tub.

Backs to Open Meadow and Golf Course! Long views to south.

John Pringle Keystone Specialist 970-389-0645 | johnpringle2@msn.com www.KeystoneResortRealEstate.com 14

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Catheryn Carlson 970-333-8102 | catheryncarlson@remax.net www.catheryncarlson.remax-mountainstates.com

Three Convenient Summit County Locations

Breckenridge

Frisco

970.389.3019

970.668.3000

220 S Main St. Breckenridge, CO

305 Main St. Frisco, CO

Keystone

135 Dercum Drive Keystone,CO 303.893.3000

mountain design MAKES ITS MARK:

FUNCTIONAL MEETS NATUR AL IN SUMMIT COUNT Y REMODELS by KIM FULLER

USING NATURAL, TEXTURAL WALLCOVERINGS LIKE THIS WOVEN TWEED IS A SIMPLE WAY TO WARM UP A BEDROOM. PHOTO COURTESY GRIFFITH WOOD

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R EMODELS

TOP (2): KAREN WRAY, DESIGN COORDINATOR FOR MOUNTAIN LOG HOMES & INTERIORS IN FRISCO, SAID BATHROOMS ARE ONE OF THE MOST COMMONLY RENOVATED ROOMS. PHOTOS COURTESY EGOLF INTERIORS BOTTOM: THIS AFTER PICTURE SHOWS A GREAT ROOM WHERE THE WALL ON THE RIGHT HAS BEEN SHORTENED TO OPEN UP THE SPACE. PHOTO COURTESY MOUNTAIN LOG HOMES & INTERIORS

STEP INTO A SUMMIT COUNTY HOME and you may see a collage of tiles in the kitchen or a leg-level sink in the bathroom. This is a home that was probably built in the ‘70s, ‘80s or early ‘90s, and chances are it’s ready for a makeover. “The most common things that I’m getting calls on is bathrooms and kitchens that are just dated,” said Karen Wray, design coordinator for Mountain Log Homes & Interiors out of Frisco. Wray explained how a lot of homes built over two decades ago have low countertops in their bathrooms, so there has been a lot of local demand to put in higher surfaces. And the tile kitchen countertops with oak trim that were big in the ‘80s and ‘90s, those are being replaced with a hard, solid surface like granite or marble. Andrea Lawrence, co-owner of Griffith Wood based in Denver, said a lot of the mountain properties built originally in Summit County were lacking a real identity. “There was never really a distinct mountain look that was established or that become iconic,” Lawrence said. “What it was was reinterpreting houses that were built in Denver. Those buildings, for the most part, have not worn well and they have gone out of style, in my opinion.”

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REDEFINING MOUNTAIN DESIGN While a lot of mountain designers are spending time replacing partitioned living spaces, shed-style living room ceilings, diagonal wood paneling and even black toilets, for example, there has been a surge of functional mountain style coming in to replace what is definitely dated. “I think a continuing trend is to use authentic materials, so I try to relate the inside to the outside of the building, to take timbers and rocks and elements that are outside of the house, and somehow bring them in,” said Tracey Egolf, president and senior designer for Egolf Interiors out of Breckenridge. “And there is a big emphasis on function; form follows function, and in most cases, people are trying to fix non-functional portions of their home.” Egolf suggests putting the highest investment of remodeling into areas that are going be seen and appreciated the most by people using the spaces. “If you think about the places where people spend the most time, it’s the kitchen, the master bedroom and the great room, where everybody is gathering,” she said. Although a lot of modern fixtures — like wood beams and stone sinks — are more authentic than the decades of drywall that spread across architecture, using more natural materials to remodel mountain homes does not mean that they will be overly rustic like a deep-woods hunting cabin or European ski chalet. “Another continuing trend I’m seeing is that people are more open to seeing the structural beams — not just wood structural beams, but metal beams too — which is creating a design movement that is more mountain contemporary,” Egolf said. “I do see a lot of people going more streamlined and less like the traditional lodge.” Younger generations tend to be attracted to cleaner lines, explained Egolf, but she said she also has some older clients who enjoy a more industrial look, even in the mountains.

“ANOTHER CONTINUING TREND I’M SEEING IS THAT PEOPLE ARE MORE OPEN TO SEEING THE STRUCTURAL BEAMS — NOT JUST WOOD STRUCTURAL BEAMS, BUT METAL BEAMS TOO — WHICH IS CREATING A DESIGN MOVEMENT THAT IS MORE MOUNTAIN CONTEMPORARY,” –TRACEY EGOLF

While living rooms, dining rooms and kitchens are turning into great rooms without walls, homeowners are realizing that bigger is not necessarily better when it comes to windows. “Twenty years ago when they started building really large mountain houses, the thought was to take full advantage of the views, and that meant putting in these two-story walls of windows, so that you have this enormous expansive glass, looking out onto beautiful views,” Lawrence said. “But what actually happens in a room that is twostories high — when one whole wall is nothing but glass — is that you don’t feel as comfortable in it, especially at night because you feel exposed.” So for remodels, Lawrence added, it’s important for homeowners to work with designers to bring the outside in. “If it’s a smaller structure that doesn’t have great proportion on the inside,” she said, “there is so much that can be done by using natural materials, like wood and stone floors — there are so many products out there now that are just so beautiful.”

PEOPLE SPEND A LOT OF TIME IN THE KITCHEN, WHICH MAKES IT A POPULAR ROOM TO REMODEL, ACCORDING TO TRACEY EGOLF. PHOTOS COURTESY EGOLF INTERIORS

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DESIGN IN ACTION Griffith Wood is currently remodeling Water House on Main Street in Breckenridge. After the project is complete, Lawrence said the 29-unit condo building will have two fixed finish packages, “new rustic” and “fresh powder,” so a buyer can choose one. “We like to do work that is going to stand the test of time, and we don’t want our work to ever look dated,” she said of the current project. “So we are always looking for that classic finish, which usually means it’s a natural material that is not going to go out of style, and we do that with furnishings as well.” Wray said she has been commissioned for a lot of outdoor living space improvements recently, including projects where windows have been turned into sliding doors, and expanding a roof over an existing, southwestern-facing deck for more shade from direct sunlight. “We see a lot of outdoor living space enhancement in this market,” she said. “People didn’t use to think that much about outdoor living space, and now people really want to be outdoors when they are at their house up here.” Perhaps you don’t even know that your home is due for an improvement. That’s when it’s an option to hire some design eyes. “I think the biggest thing is that I want to give people hope,” Egolf said. “Your home can really undergo some amazing transformations. If you go to the trouble of hiring a professional — the designers and architects that are trained to visualize all this — a lot of times you can make what you have a lot better.”

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THE EAST END OF GRANITE STREET in Frisco bristles with activity these days. Bulldozers bustle through dirt as new condos slowly rise in their wake. “There’s definitely been more development,” said Jocelyn Mills, community development director for town of Frisco. “The economy has been picking back up, and developers have been calling more. It’s increased in the past couple of years.” There are currently two new condo units nearing completion, and the town planning commission just approved preliminary plans for a third. All three will include affordable housing and commercial spaces. Finding affordable housing in Summit can be like finding Sasquatch, but these extra units should lead to more permanent residents in Frisco. “Generally 65 percent of our housing is second homes,” Mills said. “Of course our second-home owners are important, but so are permanent residents. They help grow our community.” Condos off Main, located at Fifth and Granite, will include 23 units, seven of them affordable housing units, and more than 2,200 square feet of commercial space. Town Centre Condos, located at Granite and Summit, will have 18 units, including six affordable housing, and about 2,400 square feet of retail. Watertower Place expects to have 35 residential units, including eight affordable, and 1,200 square feet of commercial.

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To add to the numbers, Peak One neighborhood will soon begin phase five of its development plan. When completed the neighborhood will have more than 60 affordable housing units. A glance across the county shows similar growth in other towns. “Last year we definitely had a bump in residential construction,” said Ryan Hyland, Silverthorne’s town manager. “It was particularly high with single-family units. We saw a big increase last year, and we are on pace to match that this year.”

“OF COURSE OUR SECOND-HOME OWNERS ARE IMPORTANT, BUT SO ARE PERMANENT RESIDENTS. THEY HELP GROW OUR COMMUNITY.” –JOCELYN MILLS Interestingly, a lot of Silverthorne’s growth was also related to affordable housing, including a neighborhood with more than 60 affordable single-family homes. Down the road in Breckenridge, a development that has been stalled for years is now moving forward. Resort developer Meriweather Cos., located in Boulder, acquired The Shores in June. “Mountain real estate is no longer purchased by investors — it’s purchased by users,” said Noah Hahn, a partner with Meriweather. The development is located 2 miles north of downtown Breckenridge along the Blue River. The plan includes 56 three- and four-bedroom homes on an 11-acre parcel. Even the sleepy town of Blue River, located just south of Breckenridge, is looking forward to a large-scale development on 50 acres of land that will include almost 70 residents units and possibly some commercial. “I think the general belief is that the economy is starting to rebound,” Hyland said. And developers are taking advantage.

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High Country Baking LUSH, SIMPLE R ASPBERRY TART IS A DELIGHTFUL FINALE TO ANY ME AL

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FRESH RASPBERRIES CRADLED IN THEIR OWN SWEETENED JUICES AND NESTLED IN A BUTTERY SHORTBREAD CRUST MAKE THIS SIMPLE TART A DELIGHTFUL FINALE TO A SUMMER MEAL. PHOTO COURTESY VERA DAWSON

EDITOR’S NOTE: Living in the Colorado High Country is pure joy. Baking in it isn’t. High altitude makes cookies spread in the pan, cakes fall and few baked goods turn out as they do at sea level. This column by local cooking instructor and author Vera Dawson presents recipes and tips that make baking in the mountains successful.

Fresh raspberries cradled in their own sweetened juices and nestled in a buttery shortbread crust — this lush tart is utter simplicity and a delightful finale to a summer meal. Following a spicy or barbecued entrée, the cool berries cleanse the palate, refresh the taste buds and provide welcome visual appeal. The tart can be prepared over a two-day period; make and blind bake the crust on the first day, and fill and serve it on the second. Keep in mind that it needs at least four hours in the refrigerator before serving so the filling can set up. Fresh berries can be substituted for the frozen ones in the puree, though more sugar will probably be required to reach the desired sweetness. I use frozen berries because they’re cheaper than fresh ones and work equally well when liquefied in the food processor. The tart is at its best on the day it’s made, but the leftovers are still good on the following day. We like to serve slices of the tart with a dollop of whipped cream or on a plate drizzled with chocolate sauce, but no accompaniments are really necessary; it’s quite stunning on its own.

REFRESHING RASPBERRY TART (Make in a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.)

Crust 2 CUPS BLEACHED, ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR (SPOON AND LEVEL) ½ CUP CONFECTIONER’S SUGAR A PINCH SALT 1 GENEROUS TEASPOON VANILLA 1 CUP (TWO STICKS) UNSALTED BUTTER, COLD

Filling 10 OUNCES FROZEN, SWEETENED RASPBERRIES, THAWED ¾ CUP SUPERFINE GRANULATED SUGAR, PREFERABLY BAKER’S 3 TABLESPOONS CORNSTARCH 2 TABLESPOONS UNSALTED BUTTER, CUT INTO SMALL PIECES 1 TO 2 TABLESPOONS CRÈME DE CASSIS, OPTIONAL 4 ½ CUPS FRESH RASPBERRIES

STEP 1: Make the crust: Place the flour, sugar and salt in the bowl of a food processor, and pulse to combine well. Cut the butter into small pieces, and add them, with the vanilla, to the processor. Pulse to moisten the dry ingredients, and then process only until the dough starts to form a ball on top of the processor’s blade. Remove the dough, and roll it into an 11-inch circle. (If it is too soft to work with, pat it into a disc and refrigerate or freeze until it is easy to handle.) Transfer the dough circle to the tart pan; gently press it into the bottom and up the sides (take care not to stretch it), and trim the edge even with the pan’s rim. Freeze or refrigerate it in the pan, covered, until it is quite firm (10 to 15 minutes in the freezer). Summitdaily.com/realestate

STEP 4: Put the sugar and cornstarch in a 2-quart saucepan, and whisk to mix well. Add the puree, and stir to combine. Heat at medium-low, stirring, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture starts to boil. Continue at a low boil, stirring, for several minutes, until the mixture thickens. Remove from the heat; stir in the butter until melted. Stir in the Crème de Cassis, if using. Pour into a bowl, taste, and add more sugar if desired, and then set aside to cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally (refrigerate to speed up the process). STEP 5: Use a silicone or rubber spatula to gently fold the fresh raspberries into the puree, saving several to decorate the top. Try to keep the berries vibrant and whole; avoid mashing them. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the mixture to the tart shell, and spread it to fill the shell evenly. You may have some puree left in the bowl; that’s fine. Refrigerate the tart, loosely covered, for at least 5 hours to set the filling. Decorate the center of the tart with additional raspberries, if you like the look. Cut the tart while it’s cold, and serve it cool.

STEP 2: Blind bake the crust: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees with a rack in the center position. Line the frozen dough with nonstick foil or lightly greased regular foil or parchment paper (nonstick or greased side against the dough), carefully molding it to the bottom and sides of the dough. Fill with pie weights or dried beans. Place the pan on a cookie sheet, and bake until the dough is firm. Start checking at 20 minutes. Gently remove the pie weights and foil liner, return the pan to the oven, and continue baking until the shell is lightly golden and set. Remove to a cooling rack, and cool completely.

Vera Dawson, author of the new high-altitude cookbook “Cookies in the Clouds” (available at The Bookworm of Edwards and The Next Page Books & Nosh in Frisco), is a chef instructor with CMC’s Culinary Institute. She lives in Summit County, where she bakes almost every day. Her recipes have been tested in her home kitchen and, whenever necessary, altered until they work at our altitude. Contact her at veradawson1@gmail.com.

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STEP 3: Make the filling: Puree the thawed, sweetened raspberries in a food processor or blender until smooth. Strain the puree into a bowl, and discard the seeds. You should have ¾ to 1 cup of puree.

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