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LIONSHEAD: GORGEOUS ARRABELLE PENTHOUSE This outstanding four bedroom penthouse is one of the “keystone properties” in all of Vail. Located front-and-center above the Eagle Bahn Gondola and Chair 8, it offers sweeping views ranging from the Gore Range to the ski mountain and points west. 4 Bedrooms. 5 Baths. | Listed @ $6,750,000
CORDILLERA: 524 RED DRAW Receiving accolades from all who visit, this special home features dramatic architecture, a superb floorplan and excellent craftsmanship. Gorgeous main floor master. Two-bedroom guest suite. Over 1,800+/- square feet of decks and patios, perfect for entertaining. 6 Bedrooms. 5.5 Baths. | $3,385,000 | MLS# 920653 | Co-listed with Pam Horan-Kates.
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ARROWHEAD: SKI-IN/SKI-OUT HOMESITE One of the only ski homesites currently available throughout the Vail Valley. Direct ski access and huge views. Adjoins +/- 4 acres of open space, providing utmost privacy. A legacy homesite in every way. Plan now for a spring groundbreaking. 2.057+/- acres | $3,500,000 | MLS# V323144
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LIONSHEAD: STEPS TO THE GONDOLA Beautifully remodeled condominium featuring walls of windows, vaulted ceilings and ski slope views. Only steps to the ski lifts. Heated pool and spa area. Strong rentals. 3 Bedrooms. 4 Baths. | $1,795,000, fully furnished | MLS# 916821
www.montaneros404.com
How’s the Market? In follow up to “How’s the snow?”, this is often the next question we are asked as friends and clients roll into town for the holidays. The answer? Impressive! Highlights from the Town of Vail… as of mid-December, sales volume is up $150,000,000 from 2013, transaction volume is up 9%, the average sale of $1.8M is up 33%, and our median sale is up almost 18%, to $860,000. Given how Vail typically sets the bar for the rest of the valley, I expect this activity to flow to other luxury niches such as Beaver Creek, Bachelor Gulch and Arrowhead… a trend we are already beginning to witness. For more details, including a summary of notable sales, please see my Luxury Market Update at www.ledgardner.com. My personal thanks for this opportunty to be of service, and best wishes for a fun and memorable holiday season.
Led Gardner Trust. Knowledge. Hard Work. Results. 970-376-0223 • Led@LedGardner.com • www.LedGardner.com
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make every m oment count This spacious sixth-floor penthouse has the bold architectural lines and gabled windows of a classic Swiss chalet. Furnished in earth tones, rich leather, and a touch of whimsy, the natural textures and patterns, and bright bursts of color achieve a cheerful worldliness with warm and light modernism in the furnishings. The two master suites with mountain views make you one with the Rockies. Window seats and picture-perfect views make this rare residence the perfect setting for families and friends to experience the best of Vail.
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OFFICERS CEO TONI PARKER Chair C. ONIE BOLDUC Chair Elect TERRY NOLAN Past Chair MIKE BUDD Secretary MICHAEL ROUTH MLS Director JIM PYKE Directors VALERIE VALENE CRISSY RUMFORD JAY RAIOLA SCOT T MARINO BETSY LAUGHLIN COREY LAMOTHE Affiliate Liaison DREW WACHTER Vail Board of REALTORS® 2013 0275 Main Street, Suites 003 & 004 · Edwards, CO 81632 Tel: 970.766.1028 Fax: 877.775.5811 Website: www.vbr.net
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O N T H E C OV E R Designed by Slifer Designs, rustic wooden walls are a great foil for bright orange pillows and throw. Cover photo by Ric Stovall, courtesy Slifer Designs
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ONE OF VAIL’S FINEST LOCATIONS
2739 Square Feet | 5 bedroom | 5 bathroom
There is no place on earth like Vail, and there is no place in Vail like this residence! Exquisite masterpiece in the center of Vail Village which lives like a single family. Enjoy your private front door entry, stunning fixtures and luxurious designer furnishings. Spectacular, sunny, ski mountain views are captured throughout the home. This custom 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom residence was completely rebuilt in 2010 and is a private and peaceful oasis in the center of the excitement and entertainment of Vail. Offered beautifully furnished at $7,480,000.
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Unique finds for the home.
32 PRESIDENTIAL RETREAT
18 FACTS & FIGURES
A quick look at home and homebuying trends.
20 HOT ENOUGH TO HANDLE
Gail Folwell’s sculptural home hardware line
24 CREATING LIVE DESIGNS
Succulents offer a colorful world of possibilities.
28 BUILD-YOUROWN HOME BAR
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Local mixologists offer guidance on how to create a well-stocked bar.
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The former home of Gerald Ford has had an extensive renovation.
38 BEFORE & AFTER
Beaver Creek home gets more youthful style.
42 DOWNVALLEY Q&A
Seven questions with Doug Abel of Juniper Restaurant in Edwards.
44 FACES & PLACES
Around town at parties, events and more.
48 NEIGHBORHOD SPOTLIGHT
More lifts and skier bridges expand the field for ski-in/ski-out properties.
56 PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT
Arrowhead home on McCoy Creek is one-of-a-kind.
58 MARKET REPORT
The local market is low on inventory.
69 THE DIGITAL DOMAIN
Modern homes wired into integrated technology.
74 VIBRANT HUES
The best ways to bring color into the home.
89 REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE
A selection of some of the best properties on the local market.
100 SERVICE DIRECTORY
An extensive list of local professionals, brokers and REALTORS®.
104 THE VIEW
Edwards, as seen from Bachelor Gulch.
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Real Estate Professionals in the Vail Valley since 1978 Eleven Acre Mountain Retreat
New Construction with Breathtaking Gore Range Views.
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1475 BUFFEHR CREEK ROAD | BUFFEHR CREEK
6 Beds | 10 Baths | 9,178 Sq. Ft | $2,175,000
4 Beds | 6 Baths | 5,311 Sq. Ft | $4,999,000
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New Custom Log Home on McCoy Creek.
14 CABIN CREEK LANE | ARROWHEAD 6 Beds | 7 Baths | 5,035 Sq. Ft | $4,995,000 14CabinCreekLane.com
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by KELLI HOLTZ
Beauty Underfoot BROADLOOM CARPET that resists a host of stains and spills is available in a multitude of patterns and colors from Creative Floors in Edwards. Artful accessories available from Inside Out in Edwards.
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s the authority in all trends colorrelated, Pantone has named Marsala the color of the year for 2015. “This hearty, yet stylish tone is universally appealing and translates easily to fashion, beauty, industrial design, home furnishings and interiors,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “Nurturing and fulfilling, Marsala is a natural fit for the kitchen and dining room — making it ideal for tabletop, small appliances and linens throughout the home.” It can certainly be seen in our valley, from walls to lamps to furniture.
A MODERN APPROACH TO LUXURY MOUNTAIN INTERIOR DESIGN.
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Five Alive FIVE SHADES OF MARSALA PILLOWS in varying
textures from Kravet available from The Linen Kist in Avon.
Squared Off MODERN GEOMETRIC PILLOW (previous page)
and square-shade lamp in Marsala hues, available at P. Furniture in Avon.
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Stylish Joe MARSALA-INSPIRED COFFEE MAKER
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ABOUT KELLI HOLTZ, A.S.I.D. | Kelli Holtz has enjoyed living and working in the Vail Valley as an Interior Designer since 2003. She creates unique interior spaces and is passionate about all facets of design. Kelli can be reached at kelli@holtzdesignstudio.com
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FACTS & FIGURES
WINE TIME
When Millennials Buy
BEYOND MARSALA
According to the 2013 American Housing Survey (AHS)*, one out of three households who moved and bought a home in the previous two years were millennials. Being the youngest homebuyers with little or no accumulated wealth affects how millennials shop and buy their homes, often for the first time. Home Size Distribution by Generation of Home Buyers
MARSALA
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MORE COLOR TRENDS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN 2015
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Blue, blue, blue (Greek, glossy, cerulean and more)
described as “a naturally robust and earthy wine red.”
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Purchase Price Distribution by Generation of Home Buyers
• SOAKING TUBS • UNDER-MOUNTED LEGGY SINKS • SHADES OF GRAY • QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS • SLEEK BLACK TILES
28.8%
27.2% 26.4% 23.4%
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15%
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$100-149K
$150-249K
$250-349K
$350-499K
$500-749K
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Reasons Home Buyers Choose Particular Homes Financial Reasons
15%
14%
14% 15%
Like the Size
14% 15%
Layout/Design
14% 15%
Like the Neighborhood Construction Quality
14% 15%
Exterior Appearance
14% 15% 14% 15%
Like the Yard/View 14% 15%
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Millennials Older Generations
5% 8%
Other 0%
20%
40%
“HOME IS WHERE MY HABITS HAVE A HABITAT.” FIONA APPLE VAIL VALLEY HOME | JANUARY 2015
Older Generations
20%
0%
• CLEAN, MODERNIST LINES
>5000
Unit Size in Sq. Feet
25%
WHAT’S COMING NEXT FOR BATHROOMS, ACCORDING TO THE HUFFINGTON POST AND THE NATIONAL KITCHEN AND BATH ASSOCIATION:
3% 1%
1,200 to 1,600 to 2,000 to 2,500 to 3,000 to 4,000 to 1,599 1,999 2,499 2,999 3,999 4,999
Renaissance colors (greens and plums)
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4%
2%
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ST YLE
11%
10%
‘60s shades (olive and orange)
30%
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21%
60%
80%
SOURCES: SURVEY DESIGNED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) AND THE U.S. CENSUS BUREAU
Pantone’s 2015 Color of the Year is
107 Rockledge Road
A Stately Mix of Rustic Luxury and Mountain Modern Design Offering premium ski-in/ski-out access at the base of Vailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bear Tree ski run, this custom home is situated prominently above any other residence in Vail Village. Experience breathtaking mountain and village views from expansive windows, plus exceptional outdoor living with a fifty foot pool and an indoor/outdoor hot tub. The seven bedroom, ten bath home was designed by Kyle Webb and built by George Shaeffer, and has the distinction of being named Mountain Living Magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2010 Home of the Year. Price Available Upon Request www.107rockledge.vailrealestate.com
Donna Caynoski (970) 390-4324 dcaynoski@slifer.net www.caynoski.com
SCULPTURE
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irst comes the feeling ;
then comes the reality. Sculptor Gail Folwell is known for her largerthan-life bronzes, pieces that express with wild fluidity a moment, a passion, a life. A life dedicated to sweat and speed, or to love and longing. Her work, “The Edge,” inspired by Bode Miller and a testament to all of the skiers and snowboarders who have represented Vail in competitions around the globe, can be seen at Vail’s Mountain Plaza. In it, a ski racer careens on the very edge, slicing into a turn and seemingly quivering with action. It’s a familiar concept for the Boulder artist, that capturing of a moment that pulsates with life. Known for sports-themed sculptures, any authentic moment in the human experience seems to appeal to her. The Denver Art Museum acquired “Tete a Tete,” two figures engaged in conversation — or studying the world around them, depending on how they’re set up.
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Gail Folwell has launched handle the art, a sculptural home hardware line by WREN BOVA
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SCULPTURE IS SO TACTILE, AND WE’RE TAUGHT NOT TO TOUCH THE ART. THAT’S CRAZY. SCULPTURAL FORMS ARE WONDERFUL TO THE TOUCH.”
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2120 Vermont Road | $2,595,000 | MOUNTAIN CONTEMPORARY single-family 4 bedroom/4+ bath home backing to National Forest! Thoughtful design with large windows, great views and beautiful flagstone patio for outdoor living! Main-Floor Master Suite and Gourmet kitchen!
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Mountain Haus #679 | $1,895,000 | PRIME LOCATION! 3 bedroom/3 bath Penthouse at Vail Mountain Haus right next to Vail’s famed Covered Bridge in Vail Village! Skiing, shopping and dining right outside your door! Pool, hot tub, with great management and rentals!
West Vail
2275 Alpine Drive | $1,095,000 | SKI IN!! Build your dream home on this beautiful home site with views overlooking Vail and accessible to skiing home from Vail Mountain! Quiet, private location just minutes to all that Vail has to offer!
West Vail
Camelot Townhome #7 | $495,000 | RARE CAMELOT TOWNHOME LISTING featuring 2 bedrooms and a den on the Vail bus route…with four parking spaces! Kitchen updated with stainless steel appliances, granite tile counters, new cabinets, etc. Exterior of building was recently remodeled. Low HOA fees, gas heat, plus a wood burning fireplace. Perfect residence for a first time buyer or front range skier.
Larry Agneberg Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties Larry@Come2Vail.com 970-376-7100 Come2Vail.com Call me to view these and all other Vail Valley listings
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Though it’s the big public pieces that get most of the press, her smaller sculptures have the same spirit. Represented by Claggett/Rey Gallery in Vail, her figurative work demonstrates a wide range of human experience, be it a biker bearing down and grinding on, or the unconditional love between a homely woman and her dog. Dreams of flying, an adult snowball fight, the release of the soul after death, posting up for the shot — her subject matter is connected only, but inextricably, by its humanness. 22
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Married to an architect, Folwell has launched a line of sculpture that’s designed just for homes — and we’re not talking a piece in the corner. Handle the Art is sculptural hardware: drawer pulls, door handles, cabinet embellishments. “There are many reasons that I love this idea,” says Folwell. “Good design is visually pleasing. Good art makes conceptual connections with people. Best of both worlds: utilitarian art, cabinet hardware. We touch our cabinet pulls every day.
Sculpture is so tactile, and we’re taught not to touch the art. That’s crazy. Sculptural forms are wonderful to the touch.” And her art, in particular, beckons. Everyone wants to touch the human experience; everybody wants to get closer. This is not sentimental styling, but something pure — sometimes raw, sometimes euphoric, always smacking of authenticity. “Art is a luxury purchase,” Folwell explains. “Its only job is to make you feel whatever it is that it makes you feel. It’s not an
easy purchase to validate when you need a couch. Generally, only seasoned art collectors who’ve filled the walls consider collecting sculpture. But it’s wonderful to live with, and often, having a piece that is dear to you comes with a sense of pride. Everyone has cabinet hardware. This gives anyone a good excuse to be an art collector.” For information on her home hardware visit handletheart. com; for information on the artist and her sculptures visit claggettrey.com.
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2080 MEADOW BROOK DRIVE | WEST VAIL This beautiful, sunny, 5 bedroom single family home is nestled among a hillside of Aspen groves on a large lot at the end of a cul-de-sac in Highland Meadows. You are sure to enjoy the incredibly private, quiet location adjacent to National Forest land. The living and dining areas have vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace and large windows for enjoying the beautiful setting. The open kitchen, kitchen family room, dining and living area is perfect for entertaining; and, the backyard patio, with an exquisite water feature and hot tub, is great for relaxing and enjoying the mountain scenery and lush landscaping. The office can be converted back to a 5th bedroom. $2,395,000 For additional information go to www.2080MeadowBrookDrive.com
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2326 TAHOE DRIVE | WEST VAIL This beautiful, sunny, 4 bedroom home is nestled on a hillside at the end of a culde-sac in Highland Meadows. Private location near National Forest land; yet, you are only minutes from Vail & Beaver Creek. The open living and dining area has vaulted ceilings, large windows for enjoying the beautiful views and is perfect for entertaining family and friends. The large wraparound deck with a hot tub is equally great for relaxing and enjoying the mountain setting. Master suite has a gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings and generous closet space and the loft could easily be used as an office. As well, there is a den/library on the main level offering the perfect place to curl up with a book. This home offers ample storage and the driveway has a snowmelt system, making for easy upkeep during the winter. For additional information go to www.2326TahoeDrive.com
Kathy Cole
Broker Associate/Team Leader â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cole Luxury Team Coldwell Banker Devonshire cell: (970) 390-0026 email: Cole@Vail.net web site: www.KathySellsVail.com blog site: http://Blog.KathySellsVail.com
International Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Elite Award Winner for 2012 and 2014 Top 2% of all Coldwell Banker Agents Worldwide
INDOOR GARDENS
CREATING LIVE DESIGNS Succulents offer a colorful world of possibilities for the winter months — and beyond by MARTY JONES
Succulents are easy to mix and match for intricate designs.
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THE JOY OF SUCCULENTS Succulent plants, or succulents, are plants that grow well in dry environments and have thickened or fleshy leaves and stems caused by their capacity to store water efficiently. Cacti are classified as succulents, but succulents exist in varieties that extend far beyond traditional cactus plants. Succulents range in appearance from having juicy-looking blue-green leaves to those that have green and white candy cane-like stripes. They can be column shaped, round, ruffled,
or spiked, but no matter what form they take, their appearance is guaranteed to garner interest. Succulents are a great choice for plant designs because they often have interesting textures and can be planted creatively for stunning live results. Plus, succulents are often small, which makes them easy to arrange in containers that can be placed vertically on walls or horizontally on tables as centerpieces. The small size of succulents also makes them attractive to children, who love picking them out and planting them, so if you’re looking for an activity that will
be fun for kids, involve them in your succulent design process.
DESIGNING WITH SUCCULENTS To create a succulent plant design, begin by gathering the essentials: soil, plants and a container. Succulents grow best in well-drained soil, so purchase a rocky planting medium specifically mixed for succulents and cacti. Next, develop a design concept. Perhaps you would like to display a single, standout plant in a clear glass container that reveals different rock layers.
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#1 for 17 Straight Years 141 B SADDLE DRIVE | SINGLETREE
2080 MEADOW BROOK DRIVE | WEST VAIL
Like New 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Custom Home on Private & Quiet Cul-De-Sac. Sunny Views of Beaver Creek, Arrowhead & Golf Course. Oversized 2 Car Garage. Large Fenced Back Yard. Reduced to $699,000
5 bed/6.5 bath/family room/media room/4551 sq ft/1.47 acre lot Private, quiet location adjacent to National Forest land. Substantial Price Reduction to $2,395,000
KATHY COLE cell: 970.390.0026 email: Cole@Vail.net
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285 ASPEN MEADOWS | CORDILLERA
Rare 5 BD end unit townhome in the heart of Avon. Great views, large top-floor master suite, in floor radiant heat, large 2 car garage, fully furnished and granite kitchen. Ability to lock off 2 bedrooms downstairs with kitchenette. Small,quiet complex. Offered at $665,000
Pristine new 5 bed/5.5bath, 5300 sq.ft. custom home on 2 acres with beautiful mountain views and privacy. Features soaring vaulted ceilings, 4 stone fireplaces, Highest quality finishes, 3 car garage. Offered at $2,595,000
ASHLEY And STEVE MAcdOnALd cell: (A): 970.390.3868 (S): 970.390.0230 email: SMacDonald@Vail.net
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Vail Village ski in/ski out Swiss Chalet adjacent to Gondola One, bike path, stream views in a remodeled 2 bedroom/3 bath condominium.
Priced at $2,150,000 fully furnished.
Oran Palmateer, ABR CRS GRI | 970-390-6000 | oran@vail.net Each office is independently owned and operated.
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can be placed on a windowsill or fitted with wire and suspended from the ceiling. Since succulents are slow growing, they can be planted closely together to create a dense and texture-rich design.
CARING FOR YOUR CREATION Good news: Succulents are low-fuss, easy-care plants. They grow best in bright, indirect light, so place them near a south-facing window in the winter months for optimal growing conditions. Succulents rarely need to be watered in the winter; in
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Or perhaps youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to plant a variety of succulents in a circle- or square-shaped planter that can serve as a centerpiece. Plants can be arranged in rows of similar varieties to create stripes of color and texture, or they can be arranged randomly as an eclectic mix. Add interest pieces to succulent planters such as bark, driftwood, or river rocks of various sizes to accentuate the design. Succulent designs can become even more attractive when planted in creative containers, such as vertical wall planters, hanging globeshaped glass planters, or repurposed Mason jars, which
GOOD NEWS: SUCCULENTS ARE LOW-FUSS, EASY-CARE PLANTS.â&#x20AC;?
fact, overwatering can cause their roots to rot and leaves to become soft and discolored. If containers do not have drainage holes, monitor water needs carefully to avoid adding too much water. Finally, enjoy watching your succulent design thrive
all winter long, and when the spring snow melts, you can take containers outside to adorn deck tables or exterior walls. Water succulents more frequently in the summer months, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to add a fertilizer into your summer plant care routine.
Marty Jones is the owner and manager of Colorado Alpines & Wildflower Farm in Edwards. Marty has lived in the Vail area since 1973, and his work with Colorado Alpines & Wildflower Farm has inspired extraordinary landscapes and gardens in the Vail Valley and beyond. Marty can be reached at marty@thewildflowerfarm.com.
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HOME BAR
BUILD-YOUR-OWN HOME BAR Local mixologists offer guidance on how to create a well-stocked bar, from glassware to spirits by KIM FULLER
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Ballesteros and Donovan Sornig set up a bar, or direct someone else on how to do it properly. Ballesteros is an on-site manager for Optimum Events & Entertainment, providing mobile bars at events all over the Vail Valley and beyond, and Sornig is the bar manager of Mountain Standard in Vail Village. These mix masters know how to make you a drink, but they also know how to create and stock a home bar. Border your dining room with this libation station:
ESSENTIAL TOOLS • 1 set of shaking tins • 1 large mixing glass • 1 long bar spoon • 1 jigger • 1 muddler • 1 paring knife — size and style are of personal preference • 1 8-inch chef knife • 1 cutting board • Ice bucket and tongs
Sornig says this is an area that can become fun, expensive and addictive. “Every home bar should have a couple rocks glasses for your neat spirit drinkers, a couple
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martini glasses of any style for someone who wants a cocktail served ‘up,’ and a couple of fun, random cocktail glasses for those great dinner/ cocktail parties,” he explains. Glassware is all personal preference and style, he adds. For Sornig, he says he likes a mix of cheap, expensive and vintage cocktail glassware. He recommends Libbey Glass as a brand for stylish and reasonably-priced glassware.
“I work behind a bar, and cocktails and spirits are my passion,” explains Sornig. “I did not acquire all of these spirits in one swoop — this is a bar that I have built over time. To be real, one bottle of vodka, whiskey, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth and some bitters will take you a really long way.”
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Living at 9 Vail Road in Vail Village is like being in your own cozy, warm haven. A boutique building just steps away from the shuttle to Golden Peak, Vail Village and Lionshead, this beautifully designed, 4 bedroom/3 bath condo also sports surprising bonus space. Apres ski in front of your gas-burning fireplace while cooking up a fancy feast in your newly remodeled kitchen. Even though kids of all ages will enjoy playing in the onsite pool or sampling nearby shopping and restaurants, you’ll most likely want to snuggle up inside and watch the falling snow mound on your private deck.
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DRY GIN MARTINI These are the bottles behind Sornig’s bar at home, with his notes in italics: • CapRock Vodka • CapRock Gin The vodka and gin are produced in Hotchkiss, CO • Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey A Colorado Whiskey produced in Denver by master distiller Rob Dietrich. • Rittenhouse Rye A cost-efficient, greattasting rye whiskey. • Glenmorangie 10-year Scotch • Germain Robin Craft Method Brandy VSOP-level brandy that is cost efficient and produced in Ukiah, CA. • Tequila Ocho Reposado Single-estate tequila that is great with cocktails and great on its own.
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Leopold Brothers Absinthe A Denver-based company that does a great job with every product in their line up. • Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth This is a bar staple. • Dolin Dry Vermouth Also a bar staple. • Benedictine You can’t go wrong with havinga small bottle of this in the house. • Angostura Bitters Must have. • Peychauds Bitters Must have. • Regans Orange Bitters Must have. • Fernet Branca An industry favorite. • Mezcal Vago Tobola A really great bottle of Mezcal.
“There is always room for a nice bottle of bourbon, or two or three,” Sornig adds. For mixers, Sornig suggests Fever Tree. He says they product a fantastic tonic water and ginger beer that are real “game changers.” For fruit, it’s always good to have some fresh lime, lemon and orange handy when making cocktails. “As far as the products you are going to use, the spices, herbs and even the fresh fruit, use local as much as possible,” says Ballesteros. “It always makes a difference, just like in a kitchen. It’s always about the quality, not the quantity.”
1.5 ounces gin 1.5 ounces dry vermouth 2 dashes Regans’ orange bitters Stirred Flamed orange peel as garnish
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1 ounce Rittenhouse Rye 1 ounce Germain Robin Craft Method Brandy 1 ounce Carpan Antica Italian Sweet Vermouth 1 bar spoon Benedictine 2 dashes Angostura bitters 2 dashes Peychauds bitters Garnish with a lemon peel
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9 Vail Road Unit #26 in Vail Village $2,495,000 Excellent location right in Vail Village and steps away from shops, restaurants, slopes and shuttle | 1,435 square feet | 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms | Fully furnished | Gas fireplace | Private and only access to commons area | Private underground parking Ski storage and more! Call Liz at 970-331-1806 for a private showing.
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VACATION RENTALS
PRESIDENTIAL RETREAT The Beaver Creek home of Vail’s ‘First family’ has had an extensive renovation, but it all comes with the presidential seal of approval. by KIMBERLY NICOLETTI
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into President Gerald Ford’s former home, one of the first things they see is the 18inch, granite presidential seal engraved into the limestone hallway floor. Oddly enough, it wasn’t always there; Kevin Hayes, president of West Point Investment Corporation, installed it during his approximately $4 million renovation, when he purchased the home in early 2007, after Ford’s death.
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“The president would never do that; he was just too humble,” Hayes says. But Hayes wanted to honor Ford. “When you walk in and see the presidential seal, it’s a wow moment. You realize who used to live here.” Ford and his wife last visited their Beaver Creek home, which they built in 1983, in July 2006. Ford made the trip from his home in California against doctor’s orders because he wanted to take in Beaver Creek’s mountain views one more time, Hayes
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President Gerald Ford used to sit at his desk with beautiful views of Beaver Creek. A $5 million renovation included preserving some of the original office’s floor tiles. President Ford with family at Mid-Vail, circa 1970s.
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4 Bedrooms | 4.5 Baths | Ski In/Out | $2,495,000
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explains. The combination of Ford’s heart condition and the high elevation caused him to leave abruptly and check into the Mayo Clinic, where he received a stint; after that, the Fords decided to sell. They listed it December 22, and Hayes had it under contract by 3 p.m. December 26; the president died two hours later. Though that year the Vail Valley lost what Beth Slifer, of Slifer Designs, calls the valley’s No. 1 citizens and “our First Family,” their home at 65 Elk Track Court still remains for anyone to shortterm rent through Triumph Mountain Properties. Hayes transformed the once
separate-entrance apartment where secret service officials, as well as the president’s and first lady’s secretaries stayed, into a billiard and game room. Visible from the Strawberry Park chair lift, it now houses one of Ford’s blue ski jackets and a pair of his K2 skis. People could always tell when the president was in Beaver Creek because the secret service’s black automobiles, with their embedded police lights in the grills, always backed into the driveway for a quick escape. Before Hayes purchased the home, rumors spread about the freestanding structure in the back of the home; people said that’s where the secret
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FORD MADE THE TRIP AGAINST DOCTOR’S ORDERS BECAUSE HE WANTED TO TAKE IN BEAVER CREEK’S MOUNTAIN VIEWS ONE MORE TIME.”
4249 NUGGET LANE, EAST VAIL This architectural masterpiece, situated along the banks of Gore Creek and adjacent to majestic open space, enjoys one of the most idyllic settings in all of the Vail Valley. Clean contemporary lines, exquisite finishes, soaring spaces, 4-car garage and 160’ of private waterfront, all just minutes from the slopes and Vail Village! Designed by Michael Hazard, built by George Shaeffer. A one-of-a-kind property that must be seen to be appreciated. FROM TOP LEFT:
The master suite includes beautiful mountain views. When he was in Beaver Creek, President Ford liked to swim twice a day while his wife, Betty, rode her stationary bike.
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The kitchen has been completely renovated to reflect contemporary tastes.
VAIL PROPERTY service stayed, walking to and from the main home through tunnels. As it turns out, there are no tunnels, and the separate structure houses Ford’s lap pool, where he unfailingly swam twice a day, while Betty rode her stationary bike, located next to the pool. Though Hayes updated the home extensively, he preserved certain items. The Fords owned two dining room tables — a small one for the two of them, and a larger one for entertaining. Hayes refinished the larger one, which hosted distinguished guests such as Presidents Bill Clinton and George Bush, Vice President Quayle, and Henry Kissinger,
and it now sits in the kitchen. But perhaps the most notable historical part of the home hides under a rug in Ford’s original office. Hayes placed a desk where Ford sat at his own desk (most of Ford’s furniture was auctioned off when he died, to support the Vail Valley Foundation) in a small atrium just off a large, opulent office. Hayes replaced the flooring but preserved a 3 by 5-foot area of the original, tan, 12” by 12” ceramic tile, which bears the marks of Ford’s chair, where he rocked back and forth and scored the tile. “It’s like a mini-museum,” Hayes says, “with a great family vacation component to it.”
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25 stag gulch court, Cordillera Ranch $2,395,000 5 Beds, 6 Baths . 5,361 SqFt . Sweeping Gore RangeViews, Stone Terraces
red draw ranch, Squaw Creek $5,995,000 72 Private Acres . 1860s Restored Cabin . Water Rights, Ponds,Waterfalls
SETTLERS LODGE #203, Bachelor Gulch $1,395,000 3 Beds, 3.5 Baths . Ski-in/out w/ Amenities . South Facing SlopeViews
EAGLE RIVER RANCH, Eagle/Gypsum $875,000 35.5 Acre Property . Unequalled fishing on 850 Ft of Eagle River Broker/Owner
133 SOUTH FAIRWAY, Beaver Creek $3,200,000 6 Beds, 7,289 SqFt . Private,Wooded Lot . Great Entertaining Spaces
brookside #201, Avon $820,000 3 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,000 SqFt . Overlooks Eagle River & Multiple Decks
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10 sanctuary lane, Cordillera Valley $2,300,000 5 Beds, 5.5 Baths, Study . 5,181 SqFt . Huge Stone Terraces & GreatViews
267 EAGLE RIVER ROAD, Arrowhead $4,395,000 6 Beds . 6,203 SqFt . Stone Patios with Firepit overlooking Eagle River
175 riverbend drive, Arrowhead $1,195,000 Rare .6-acre Duplex Homesite . Set on 16th Fairway & Ski MtnViews
106 Juniper Lane, Cordillera Valley $895,000 1.05-acre Site with Year-Round Creek . One of the Best Lots in CVC!
150 greyhawk lane, Cordillera Ranch
$1,950,000 5 Beds, 6 Baths, . Main Level Master & Study . Incredible Outdoor Living
81 ELK RUN COURT, Cordillera Valley $2,900,000 6 Beds, 8 Bath . Exquisite 7,713 SqFt . Stunning SawatchViews
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Designs and lead designer for this project. “The house was very dark and just had a heavy feel to it. They wanted to bring in lots of light and have it be young and family friendly, with more of a casual, comfortable feel.”
REDECORATE AND REMODEL
Jacobs, with designers Tessa Hyatt and Kelsey Cole, started with a furniture makeover. “The previous owners had a
very formal setting in the living room with two sofas and two chairs, and we went with one big, huge sectional, with little drink tables around it, a big coffee table, and big, comfy chairs and pillow,” explains Jacobs. There was no structural work done, at first, just new furniture, lighter paint and bright art in the living areas and master bedroom. “In the master, we took the heavy drapery off and made it more light in there, and we
redid the plants so you notice them more,” she explains. The process was backwards, since the redecorating came first, followed by a remodel. Jacobs says once the owners saw how much the furniture, paint and art brightened up the living room, dining room and master bedroom, the bathrooms and kitchen had to get a new look, too. The team used Genesis, a cabinet company out of Denver, to outline the kitchen, and they also
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Avon | 3 Bedroom | 3 Bath | $474,000 Michael Routh, Rocky Mountain Home Team 970.306.7711 | MichaelRouth@KW.com
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put in a new appliance package. “We went with more of a modern, clean look,” says Jacobs, “but we made it fit within the architecture.” In the bathrooms, the very dark green marble was replaced to create the same light-infused look. In the master bathroom, a Koehler tub and Koehler fixtures complement the limestone on the floor and wall, keeping the space very neutral and inviting. The wood floor tile in the other
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bathroom comes from Rex Artistic Ceramics, and the brick tile in the shower is from Fireclay Tile. Jacobs says the family liked the transformation so much that they flew the design team to their home in Lubbock, Texas to work on their home there. “I think the signature touch was bringing it to a younger appeal,” she says. “It’s so cozy, so comfortable and unpretentious, and it fits the family’s needs so well.”
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SEVEN QUESTIONS WITH
Juniper Restaurant’s Doug Abel by WREN BOVA • photos by CHARLES TOWNSEND BESSENT
opened Juniper Restaurant in Edwards a dozen years ago, his mission was clear: He wanted a downvalley Sweet Basil experience. By all counts, the restaurant has been a roaring success, not least of all because it delivers its own experience, tucked into Riverwalk with creek-side views. We caught up with Abel and asked him about life as a business owner in Edwards.
vail valley home : What do you attribute your longevity to? doug abel : Juniper has been open for 12-plus years; we are in our 13th ski season. I think we found an area of need in a growing area in Edwards and our timing was right!
vvh : Why did you choose Edwards? da : I wanted to be downvalley to take advantage of the growing community and potential for more year-round business. With Cordillera growing, Red Sky Ranch, Eagle Springs, et cetera, downvalley seemed perfect. Also, rents were much, much lower.
What do you like about being located in Riverwalk? da : I love Riverwalk. It’s a great little neighborhood. There’s always something going on. It’s a great mix of shops, restaurants, a movie theater and more. vvh :
Who makes up your client base? da : I’d say our clientele is about 65 percent/35 percent full time/ part time residents. That changes with the seasons. The 65/35 is winter and probably goes to more than 70/30 in summer. We get a lot of second homeowners in the summertime who are here for the golf and everything else and they stay longer. Our winter guests are here for vacations and come from Vail and Beaver Creek — probably more from Beaver Creek. vvh :
If you have any free time, how do you spend it? da : My free time is spent either snowshoeing with my two black labs or on the mountain snowboarding. In the summer I can be found on the golf course at Cordillera or on my bike. I also find time to hike with my dogs every day. That’s the beauty of only being open for dinner — it vvh :
Douglas Abel, owner, and John Dooley, general manager.
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allows my staff and I to do what we love during the day. It’s the reason we all moved here: to be outside and take advantage of our beautiful valley! Any dishes that you can’t take off the menu? da : Yes, we cannot take the veal scaloppini off. It’s been on the menu since the beginning and in its current form/ presentation for about 8 years. vvh :
Any recommendations for a Juniper first-time visitor? da : Obviously I think our veal is not to be missed. I love our tuna poke and beef tartare appetizers. In the summer, our halibut entree is my favorite. Our bar manager, Dougie Russell, is always changing the drink menu, but I love our Winter Heat tequila cocktail in the winter and our Tomato Caprese Martini in the summer. vvh :
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FACES & PLACES HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices continued its 8th annual Vail Valley Holiday Food Drive by collecting items at the Eagle and Avon City Markets and Village Market in Edwards. clockwise from left: Angie Mondragon, Pete Denise, Michael Slevin and Sally Darlington; Rick Messmer, Steve Michonski and Kyle Denton; Danean Boukather and Patti Liermann.
Tell us what’s going on in your world — including special events, occasions, milestones, celebrations, recognitions, achievements — and we’ll share it with the Vail Valley! Send photos with a brief description including who, what, when and where to facesandplaces@vaildaily.com
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Heidi’s awards and accolades undoubtedly demonstrate her authority on Vail Valley Real Estate. Heidi’s personality, professionalism, negotiating skills, and passion for the business truly sets her apart from all the rest. She has called this Valley home for 30 years, while raising 2 great daughters, and loves the mountain lifestyle. Heidi is highly involved in the Vail Valley community as well as the real estate industry. Her designations include; RSPS, CRS, GRI, TRC, FIABCI, CNE, RLI, CSP, CIPS and PSIA.
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HO, HO, HO Susan Bird LaBelle and Dave LaBelle of Mountain West Real Estate 足pictured with Santa and his helper at the Last Friday孫s Christmas shopping event at Edwards足 Riverwalk .
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Helping Hands Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Gypsum Brokers have teamed with Harmony Life Foundation, a non-profit ministry that is dedicated to enriching the lives of children and young adults in Uganda. Most are orphaned and have no education. The ministry just purchased a site in Uganda to build a center for Christian teaching and worship, a learning and training center for young single mothers and health education to all. We are sending these packages to Uganda filled with hygiene items, toys, books and treats. They will put a smile on the faces of many.
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The enviable ski-in/ski-out residences line the mountain in Vail, Bachelor Gulch, Arrowhead and Beaver Creek but because approximately 80 to 85 percent of the mountain is government land privately held, buildable property is scarce. Yet with the expansion of ski lifts, ski bridges and properties built in close proximity to a ski lift, the term ski-in/
ski-out seems to have been somewhat broadened. “Today’s technology has made property that wouldn’t be considered convenient (to the ski slope) much more convenient,” says Jim McVey of Slifer Smith & Frampton. “Communities of condos and skier bridges can make a loose interpretation of ski-in/ski-out available at more affordable prices where you can
actually ski from your property to the lift. Obviously it’s more glamorous and convenient to ski right up to your own patio but the fortunate part is that today there are other options.” The Avon Riverfront Express Gondola #7 that originates at the Westin Hotel in Avon affords residents and guests a direct connection to Beaver Creek Mountain. And while you’re not
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“skiing” onto the mountain you are walking directly from your home or room onto a gondola whisking up the mountain. The same situation is available in the Cascade Village area west of Lionshead where the onsite Chair 20 chairlift avails the areas residents and guests with immediate access to the ski mountain. In both Vail and Beaver Creek a privileged few homes reside directly on the mountain, however, according to Cathy Jones-Coburn, Slifer Smith & Frampton, Bachelor Gulch consists of the only true skiin/ski-out “community” in the valley. “Bachelor Gulch, more than any other place, is a community where all residents
are actually living on the mountain and approximately 80 percent of the residences enjoy a true ski-in/ski-out situation.” And unlike other local mountain land, all of the property in Bachelor Gulch is private, not U.S. Forest land. Bachelor Gulch boasts its own chairlift, as does the Arrowhead area, and along with Beaver Creek creates the village-tovillage ski network connecting all three of the villages. The opening of this unique villageto-village connection in 1996 provided access to 1,625 skiable acres as well as making all three of the distinctive villages available to skiers. With village-to-village connection expanding the
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Arrowhead area’s 180 acres of skiable terrain, ski-in/ski-out property became even more valuable. “Arrowhead is now the western entrance to the second largest ski mountain in the country,” says Kathy Iverson of Slifer Smith & Frampton. Approximately 35 ski-in/skiout residences are on mountain estate lots and approximately 120 residences are connected via heated walkway directly to the lift making a walk to the lift less than a minute. “With the ski lift, the golf course and other amenities here, we feel this is a resort within a resort.” In many areas, such as Arrowhead, where there is no more development, ski properties become even more valuable. McVey describes a ski-slope property purchased for $8 million in Vail only to be torn down; an indication of the value of land in prime locations. Prime locations around the world have always commanded the most fervent attention; oceanfront, lakefront or riverside property is so precious because it’s rare — you simply can’t create more. In Eagle County, mountainside
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are beautifully proportioned to ensure comfort and a flowing floor plan that brings family and friends together. The attention to detail is unparalleled as high-end designer details pervade every inch of this custom home. Such features as impressive floor to ceiling dry-stack fireplaces, plank log ceilings, white oak wide-planked wood floors, vaulted ceilings and extensive outdoor living space overlooking McCoy Creek only
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is a lifestyle available to only a few. And while there is skiing within the Arrowhead area, the ArrowBahn ski lift connects skiers to the village-to-village ski connection, opened in 1996, linking Arrowhead Mountain with Beaver Creek Village and Bachelor Gulch, creating access to 1,625 skiable acres at the second largest ski mountain in the country. Visit this rare home in this special community of Arrowhead; experience 14 Cabin Creek Lane — see the difference — feel the difference! This unique and refined home signifies Colorado Mountain living at its finest. Start living the mountain lifestyle — start living the dream.. JANUARY 2015 | VAIL VALLEY HOME
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New Year is always exciting and welcome — out with the old, in with the new. Starting fresh, with optimism and resolve. This year is going to be different. Well, that sounds about right actually with regard to 2015. The year 2014 proved, for the most part, to gain strength slowly and steadily throughout the year. Despite a continued lack of inventory, the market behaved much the way it should with growing vigor — setting us up nicely for the year to come. In fact, we are rolling into 2015 with quite a healthy real estate market here in the Vail Valley. he energy of a
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The numbers have been steady, the interest rate has held ground with virtually no inflation and construction is back in full swing. How long will the interest rates hold? That’s a tough one to predict, but we have other indicators of a strong economy in Colorado including our ever-decreasing unemployment rate with high quality jobs that support housing demand. All in all, we have a very positive outlook for the New Year that strengthens our resolve to maintain and improve the exceptional lifestyle offered to those who choose to live here.
This time last year For this article we are reviewing the numbers from November. And suffice it to say, the numbers were up across the board over November of 2013. New listings, pending sales and closed sales were all in the positive for both the Townhouse-Condo and Single Family/Duplex markets. Other exciting numbers include a significant drop in days on the market. This explains why there seems to be no inventory! For example, let’s take a closer look at Townhouse-Condo activity. The numbers show a 20.8 percent increase in new listings over last
November’s numbers. While the days on the market show a decrease of 26.8 percent over the same time last year. Combine those statistics with a 27.6 percent rise in pending sales and a 7.1 percent increase in closings and you have a healthy market. Appropriately priced properties are coming on and going off quickly. The Single Family/Duplex market shows similar activity over last November. A 15 percent increase in listings, a 2.8 percent increase in pending sales and a five percent increase in closings. Add in a 30.9 percent drop in days on the market and again vigorous activity.
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The best is yet to come. According to Corey Lamothe, Vail Board of REALTORS® board member, “Traditionally we see an increase in our inventory from the first to the second quarter and I expect this year to be the same. With that increase in inventory and the exciting new improvements in our different communities, the Vail Valley lifestyle is thriving. Historically tourism fueled the market, but more and more families are coming to the valley to live full time and take advantage of this active community. “Recently, new clients have come to me asking, ‘When is the best time to sell?’ In the past my answer may have been different, but in today’s healthy market, anytime is good. If you are ready to make a change, have analyzed the comparable sales in your neighborhood and have a trusted REALTOR® representing you, then it’s a good time to sell. Buyers start their search online and are looking year-round, we are no longer limited by the seasonal fluctuation of the valley,” says Lamothe. “My focus is on the future, the statistics and a sound market. All these things add up to the overall wellness in our community and I couldn’t be more excited going into 2015.” Build it and they will come Although we saw a rise in inventory for both market segments, you can ask any REALTOR® around and they will say inventory is low. Even though November was up, in general, it is lower than previous years. Buyers are ready to make their move in the Vail Valley yet
inventory is frustrating to say the least. When this happens, there’s another breed that seizes this opportunity to benefit all—real estate developers. Construction permits are up particularly in towns farther west of the resorts. Scott Marino, Vail Board of REALTORS® board member works within the markets of Eagle and Gypsum and he doesn’t necessarily agree with the numbers as they relate to his market. Inventory is extremely low particularly in the Townhouse-Condo market. In turn, construction is up. According to Marino, “While the Single Family market has a decent amount of inventory, the condo, townhome, duplex units are moving quickly. Almost all of the townhomes on the market in Eagle right now are new construction. They are selling as fast as they can be built. In fact, all of the current active listings are under construction. Additionally, in Gypsum, there is a new development of duplexes going up called ‘Hawks Nest’. Of the four completed, two are already under contract.” In a nutshell, the Vail Valley real estate market is looking really good going into 2015 and we couldn’t be more thankful here at the Vail Board of REALTORS®. We are excited about the future, the opportunities for growth and the health of our mountain communities. If you are looking to buy or sell here in the Vail Valley, as always, we recommend enlisting the expertise of a professional REALTOR® in this dynamic and unique resort market.
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on his phone to close up his office in Edwards for the night. With a press of a button, he has armed the alarm system, turned off every TV and every speaker,
put the lights in “away” mode, lowered the shades and shut off the fireplace. Raife pulls into his driveway, reaches for his phone and opens the app again. With another act of touchscreen magic, he can see the lights illuminate from inside his home. Music turns on as well, which he’ll soon hear when he enters. He can activate temperature control or switch to a television show from the palm of his hand, all before he has unloaded the groceries. Well, maybe there’s an app for that too.
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One master control panel can control the fireplace, television, lights, thermostat, music and more.
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Raife is a founder and principle at VIA International. The company is the largest home technology integration firm in the Untied States, and their locations in the Vail Valley and beyond have introduced the idea of bringing a “digital concierge” into homes. “What’s trending in home designs in anything tech,” shares Erik Sale, a Vail-based technology advisor for VIA. “Whether it’s streaming music out by the barbecue, motorized shades for energy efficiency or 4k [resolution] video distributed throughout a home and private theater, people are using technology in fun, simple ways like never before.” Sale says the “timing is perfect”
to invest in tech advances for the home. It’s essential, he explains, for new homes and spec homes to have at least some technology that enhances how people live in them. “In Vail, or anywhere for that matter, technology integrated in the home is where the market is going with velocity,” he says. VIA turns the puzzle pieces of modern technological capabilities into an efficient platform to harness all things electronic — a home’s lights, temperature, security, audio and more. “We are a service-based company, with everything from design services for an architect to project management services for a builder,” Raife explains. “But we are all about client service — basically desktop support for your home.”
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Electronic integration projects are divided into their tiers at VIA, each representing a price range and system dynamic. The first tier is an appbased approach, which focuses on simplicity. Apps on your smart phone or tablet are connected to home technology controls, including music selections, temperature control, lighting adjustments, TV channel changes and more. “It’s a pretty simple approach and very cost effective,” Raife says, “and it’s still really fun and easy to use.” This style of project generally starts at around $10,000 (depending on the size of the home and integrated system), and Raife explains how the higher end of this tier can be an investment of up to $250,000. The next level, known simply as an integrated system, uses a main control system and the Savant application in docks embedded throughout the home, or portable tablets like iPads. Once the systems are integrated to control a home’s climate, lighting, entertainment and security systems, for example, there are scenes that users can set to be revisited. Set a “post-work winter” scene to turn on soft lighting, fireplaces and piano serenades through an entire home or just in the living room. Then, you can save the scene, and name it too. “You can do all of this remotely or on site,” explains Raife. “So if you leave your house and you think you left a light on somewhere, you can go to the app and see the status.” This second-level system level generally costs between $75,000 to $500,000. Those who want to can take it another step up, which means the same integrated, one-app approach, but with more high-performance hardware. For $500,000 up to a seven figures, a home with the best of the best will have systems like 72
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Steinway audio and a completely custom private home cinema, for example. This approach will still use a one-app control system, but just like taking out the stock parts of a car to replace them with higher-end parts, clients can outfit their home with the top tier of electronic products, and then control it all with the touch of a screen. “The guys on our staff bring every last bit of the system together,” he says. “They help clients figure out how the apps work to get the system to perform the way they want, and they help to set the programming for automated scenes, and help to set up movie and music libraries.” Since anything electronic seems to come with a level of error (or confusion), VIA’s “white glove service” is available 24 hours a day, so clients aren’t left in the dark. Raife calls VIA the “Ritz-Carlton of technology,” meant for new construction models and existing homes to find a little more luxury in their technology.
Control your home from afar via integrated apps for smartphones and tablets.
YOU CAN DO ALL OF THIS REMOTELY OR ON SITE. SO IF YOU LEAVE YOUR HOUSE AND YOU THINK YOU LEFT A LIGHT ON SOMEWHERE, YOU CAN GO TO THE APP AND SEE THE STATUS.”
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Vibrant Hues The best ways to bring color into the home B Y K I M B E R LY N I C O L E T T I
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HE REDS, GREENS, golds and glitter of the holidays are over, and you’re left with a steady diet of evergreen, blue sky and white to feast your eyes upon this winter. Granted, it’s beautiful outside, but sometimes, the senses just long for a bit more color to brighten short, cold days. “We spend so many months without color around us — seeing just whites and browns, no fresh, vibrant greens or yellows — that
we need to bring color inside,” says Elizabeth Basso, owner of Basso Interiors, Inc. in Eagle.
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Color brings a sense of warmth and coziness to the winter months, especially when it’s paired with texture. Though chenille has fallen out of fashion, mohair, wool, faux fur and velvet provide a nice depth and feel, and crushed velvet enhances reflected light, says Nancy Sanford, owner
of Nancy Sanford Interiors in Vail and Denver. Adding a throw rug under a coffee table or behind a sofa — even if it’s placed on top of a main carpet — can add a fun splash of color. Larger, shaggy runs are back in style again, too, and provide a colorful base under neutral furniture. Modern wallpaper offers a sense of texture, and some patterns come in “fun, shocking colors or look like a piece of artwork,” says Yvonne Jacobs, president
of Slifer Designs in Edwards. Of course, artwork is “huge for bringing color into a room,” Sanford says.
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Window treatments also warm up a room with color and are easy to change out seasonally, if preferred. Other “easy fixes” come in the form of stylish lamps, drum chandeliers, classic ceramic accents, dining room placemats and napkins, coffee table books,
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trays, picture frames, new bedding, plants and fresh flowers. “Fresh flowers just add a touch of the outside and fresh color,” Basso says. “They’re a wow factor that make a room pop.” Throw pillows are another popular option homeowners employ seasonally; pillows are low risk, easy, and a relatively inexpensive way to follow color trends.
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Pantone’s color for 2015 is marsala, a rich, earthy red wine hue, meant to “enrich our minds, bodies and souls,” according to Pantone, a worldrenowned authority on color. Other trendy colors, besides the neutral greys which designers believe will hold on for years because they pair nicely with just about any color, include Room by Nancy Sanford Studio
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oranges, reds, purples, aqua, and combinations like mushroom brown fused with coral or hot pink, says Dana Hugo, owner of j&o design studio in Avon. Green is on its way back in, too, especially in the form of a bright, fresh aspen green, replacing some of the blues, which “took over” for the past years. Still, jeweltone blue, with a tint of green, is now often paired with gold and brass (yes, brass is making a comeback), Jacobs says. Fortunately, home color trends enjoy a longer shelf life than in the fashion world, where they change seasonally. And, many mountain homeowners simply ignore the trends anyway, opting to surround themselves with their favorite color, whatever that may be. Still, mountain residents are straying from cool colors. “The whole palette is a lot
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warmer now,” Jacobs says, explaining that there’s a “resurgence of entertaining at home, and you want colors to reflect the warmth you want to feel versus the show home (look).” In fact, when Jacobs asks clients what they desire in a home, the typical response is “warm and cozy,” she says. “They want to cocoon.”
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There are two main approaches to infuse color into a home: flooding a room with accent colors and painted walls, or adding subtle touches of color with perhaps pillows and a
Hugo says the safest way to play with color is: “Don’t overdo it. Use your color with things that can be replaced when you get tired of it or bored — not five big chairs or sofas in five shades of your favorite color.” That said, designers encourage homeowners to paint walls, because it can be a do-it-yourself project, and you can always paint over it in a year or so. Many homeowners choose to paint an accent wall or even a stripe or multiple stripes on a wall. In fact, some stripes only rise two-thirds of the way, to draw the eye upward. Ceilings are also a common element to paint in accent colors, which range from reds to teal blues.
BE A LITTLE BRAVER. IT’S PAINT; IT’S JUST COLOR. IT’S NOT GOING TO KILL YOU.” YVONNE JACOBS, SLIFER DESIGNS Tibetan rug, the latter of which Sanford loves, because they bring in natural, earthly colors through vegetable dyes, as opposed to “plastic colors,” she says. “They’re good for winter, because it’s subtle,” she says. “In winter, (bold) color can look cheap or funny because there’s not a lot of that type of energy. Winter is more slowed down, more grounded and earthy versus the longer days and excitement of summer.” She believes a subtle approach is the best way to incorporate color into mountain homes because “through subtleness, you actually get punch.” On the other hand, “bright, intense color can give you a burst of energy for the dull, gray winters,” says Vicki Glotzer, design director for Worth Home in Vail.
“Be a little braver,” Jacobs encourages homeowners. “It’s paint; it’s just color. It’s not going to kill you.” But since choosing the exact hue you want to live with can be tricky, she offers a couple tips. People can find the exact color they want on the wall in anything from a sweater to an advertisement, and then take it into a paint store to create the custom color. She then suggests buying a mini quart and painting a large piece of cardboard, which you can move around the house and view in different angles of light. Just as the holidays can bolster the spirit through joyful décor, infusing color into your home in the middle of winter can do wonders to lift spirits and complement nature’s snow-covered canvas.
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perfect on this crisp afternoon in February — our skis slicing right through the fallen flurries with rhythmic precision. Perfection, however, is to know that at the end of this slope are some of my favorite things: terrycloth slippers and an oversized robe; hot tub time surrounded by mountains and their alpine glow.
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Aprés ski at the Game Creek Chalet is far from slinging shot-skis and is much closer to home, with the warmth of a fire in company with wine, cheese and charcuterie.
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The rustic dinner table comfortably seats six.
A TRIP TO THE TYROLEAN It was more than three decades after Vail opened when Pete Siebert, one of the ski area’s founders, envisioned bringing more European hospitality to the mountain, and in 1996 the Game Creek Chalet was built. The alpine cabin sits on the side of Game Creek Bowl at 10,300 feet, nestled in the trees and overlooking snowcapped peaks and sun-drenched landscape. “The Chalet is ideal for anybody who is looking to get all this scenery and to be further away from town,” says Logan Johnson, concierge for the Chalet. “It’s where people can actually feel like they are in the mountains the whole time they are in Vail.” Although the Chalet stands next to Game Creek’s wellknown on-mountain dining establishment, staying in to eat is what can truly create a cozy home away from home. A private chef is available for those looking to keep their dining 80
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experience effortless and refined. “The sky is the limit when it comes to the menu,” Johnson says. “The chef allows you to really get a customized experience.” On this mid-February evening, chef Tyler Doyle prepares five courses as the afternoon hours fall into a vibrant sunset and quiet twilight, while we sink into the plush throw pillows and acoustic melodies in the Chalet’s high-beamed sitting room. Chalet-Style Dining King-sized beds are calling, but hors’ d’oeuvres of braised short ribs and polenta, chorizo-stuffed dates with prosciutto, fennel goat cheese tartlets and lobster guacamole tacos seem to speak a little louder than even the most tantalizing feather-down duvet. “Cooking up here really gives me time to go over the top on everything,” Doyle says amidst simultaneous course preparations of a winter salad, ahi sashimi appetizer, crab-crusted Dover Sole and fillet of beef
with truffle mashed potatoes. The pastry course finale offers its proper sweet ending as a chocolate hazelnut tartufi, served with toasted meringue and
caramelized bananas. Sugar plums danced in my head well before it hits the pillow, but everything melts into the sweetly serene as our night comes to a close.
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Trapper’s Cabin in Bachelor Gulch, Beaver Creek photo courtesy vail resorts
An evening’s feast: filet of beef with truffle mashed potatoes, parsnips and brussel sprouts.
GAME CREEK RESTAURANT This on-mountain lodge, right next to the Game Creek Chalet, offers a nightly three-, four- or five-course prix-fix dinner menu. The cozy space overlooks the Game Creek bowl, and is accessed by ascending Vail Mountain on the Eagle Bahn Gondola, followed by a snowcat ride. THE 10TH RESTAURANT The 10th is a luxury mid-mountain stop for lunch or dinner, resting at the base of the Look Ma run at MidVail. Lunch guests can access the restaurant on foot or on skis from the top of Gondola One. For dinner, foot passenger traffic is free; for lunch, a scenic ride ticket is required. TRAPPER’S CABIN Trapper’s is Beaver Creek’s onmountain hideaway, surrounded by aspen and spruce trees at an elevation of 9,500 feet. The ski-in, skiout destination sleeps 10, featuring beautiful vistas, a cozy fireplace and hot tub. Guests can customize activities, service and cuisine with their personal Cabin Keeper. ZACH’S CABIN AND BEANO’S CABIN Beaver Creek Resort has some of the area’s most coveted dining cabins. Zach’s and Beano’s are both worth a separate visit, so if you only have a chance to go to one this season, check out the other one next year. Both are accessed by snowcat-drawn sleighs. Zach’s executive chef Tim McCaw’s cuisine embraces a Pacific flavor paired with local inspiration, while Beano’s executive chef Bill Greenwood creates modern flavors with quintessential Colorado cuisine.
Chef Tyler Doyle prepares a four-course dinner in the fully equipped kitchen.
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left: The living offers a quiet and cozy atmosphere for relaxation. below: The hot tub located on the back deck is a perfect place to unwind after a day on the slopes.
MORNING ON THE MOUNTAINS Although daylight usually awakens dreams, like silver white winters that melt into spring — I find myself still streaming through heightened senses in the morning as I wake beneath plush covers, immediately beckoned by thoughts of first tracks just steps away from this break in my slumber. Upstairs from the bedrooms, light streams into the kitchen, illuminating a plate of fresh fruit, croissants and coffee cake, all accompanied by the sounds and smell of fresh coffee brewing — a welcomed preparation for the pre-ski dip in the steaming balcony tub. For just a moment when I step on to the deck, there’s fresh snow between my bare toes — it’s a powder daydream.
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BEAVER CREEK 55 N. Holden Road $5,499,000 Beautifully renovated ski home with unobstructed views of Beaver Creek mountain. Five bedrooms plus office (could be sixth bedroom), spacious living room open to kitchen and dining, separate family/tv room and cozy sun room that faces south make this an ideal setting for family gatherings and vacation memories. An array of thoughtful design details and an open floor plan thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perfect for entertaining welcome you to this elegant home.
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BEAVER CREEK 66 Village Walk $6,795,000
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Discover the true meaning of ski-in/ski-out convenience, and the finest design and finishes in this 4/5 bedroom residence with hearth room and game room. Truly a masterpiece, the creation of 66 Village Walk entailed the highest attention to detail and perfection. A Beaver Creek Club membership is included with this exceptional offering. Tucked above Beaver Creek Village and located directly on Dally ski run, we invite you to tour the best of Village Walk and Beaver Creek.
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BEAVER CREEK Ironwood Townhome #3 $2,285,000 Boasts fabulous views of Beaver Creek ski slopes and long views down the golf course into the valley below. True attention to detail is evident throughout this completely remodeled townhome.
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BEAVER CREEK Village Hall $1,299,000 Located in the heart of Beaver Creek Village and at the base of Centennial lift. Perfect for 2015 World Championships! Convenience to chairlift, shops, restaurants and the Vilar. One level throughout with views to the Village Bridge and Strawberry Park. Spacious living room/great room. Amenities include a ski locker, 2-car assigned parking and access to room service from Hyatt.
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EAGLE RANCH 1020 Capitol Ranch Residence #2 $335,000 Two-bedroom loft condominium in Eagle Ranch’s best building – 1020 Capitol Street. Enjoy contemporary design and finish package and generous deck overlooking mountains. Designed by Kyle Webb, this is a rare opportunity in Eagle Ranch.
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RED SKY 199 Lakeside Trail $3,295,000 New construction! Generous ranch-style floor plan by Turnipseed. Expansive glass allows one to capture majestic Red Sky views from every room. Impressive great rm with vaulted ceilings opens to formal dining rm. Kitchen adjoins hearth room and offers Wolf, Sub-Zero, fabulous granite and stainless finishes. Glass sliding wall opens to covered outdoor living, perfect for entertaining. Spacious master w/ lavish bath. Large family room/exercise room.
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VAIL 413 Gore Creek Dr. #4 $1,325,000 Located within a 2 minute walk to the heart of Vail Village and on the banks of Gore Creek, this updated top floor condo is a must-see! Vaulted ceiling highlights both living and kitchen areas. Spacious children’s loft provides just the right amount of extra space. An ideal location between Ford Amphitheatre and Vail Village...convenience regardless of the season.
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VAIL 1325 Westhaven Dr. Unit B302 $5,990,000 Rare 2 story penthouse condo sleeps up to 22 people. Lives like a single family home. Ski in and out at Lift 20. Cascade health club, shuttle service and ski valet included. Contemporary décor and great views!
CONTACTS:
Jonathan Reid Lindner 970-331-6111 Jon Reid Lindner Real Estate Company Jonka1@comcast.net
Natalie Gorman 720-431-1208 natalie@ gormaneliterealty.com Coldwell Banker Devonshire
CORDILLERA CORDILLERA 541 Saddle SaddleRidge Ridge 541 $3,195,000 $3,495,000 Commanding Gore Range & Sawatch Mtn Commanding Gore views create the perfect Range & Sawatch Mtn backdrop for this views create the perfect magnificent 5 bedroom backdrop for this residence situated on magnificent 5 bedroom 1.4 acres & adjacent to residence situated on 1.4 open preserve. Found acres & adjacent to open only minutes inside preserve. Found only Cordillera’s private minutes inside Cordillera’s gate, superior attention private gate, superior to detail is evident attention to detail is throughout the generous evident throughout the 6300 SF floor plan. generous 6300 SF floor plan.
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CONTACT: CONTACT: Barbara Scrivens,
Barbara Scrivens, 970.471.1223 970.471.1223, Ron Byrne & Ron Byrne & Associates Real Associates Real Estate, Barbara@ Estate, Barbara@ ronbyrne.com ronbyrne.com
PARADISE LAKE ESTATE 4200 Salt Creek Road $4,995,000
With over three years in planning, design and construction, this exceptional estate is now available. The impeccable custom home was built by renowned Vail Valley homebuilder, John Boles and thoughtfully positioned on over 170 acres in the Brush Creek Valley. Overlooking a breathtaking lake and sweeping meadows, with creeks fl owing through the property and bordering BLM and Forest Service Land, the secluded setting is ideal for nature enthusiasts and casual lifestyles alike. The property boasts a private reservoir, renovated cabin, water rights, and access to endless hiking, horseback riding, and off -roading. Within thirty minutes of the Vail Valley Jet Center, allow yourself to be transported to the tranquil lifestyle of this exceptional estate.
CONTACT:
Teresa Thomas 970-390-0262 Ron Byrne & Associates
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VAIL Coldstream Condo #20 $1,475,000 Walk to the lift from this outstanding location within Vail’s Cascade Village. Beautifully remodeled, turn-key 3BD+loft condo w/ spacious living room open to kitchen. Step out your front door for gold medal fishing on Gore Creek or ride for miles on the bike trail. Enjoy onsite management, convenient access to the Mountain and Cascade Village amenities.
CONTACT:
Barbara Scrivens 970-471-1223 Barbara@ ronbyrne.com www.ronbyrne.com
VAIL 1835 Sunburst Drive $3,950,000 Large windows provide an abundance of natural light in this single-family, 5 bedroom residence on the Vail Golf Course. Enjoy both mountain and golf course views, or take a quick walk down to the clubhouse for dinner. CONTACT:
Ron Byrne 970-476-1987 info@ronbyrne.com Ron Byrne & Associates
VAIL 354 Beaver Dam Road - South $6,495,000 This spacious, five bedroom home is positioned among tall pine trees lending desirable privacy. Beautiful outdoor entertaining areas and a pool complete the picture for this ski home in Vail’s most sought-after neighborhood. CONTACT:
Ron Byrne 970-476-1987 info@ronbyrne.com Ron Byrne & Associates
VAIL The Tyrolean Residence #3 $1,450,000 Located on Gore Creek, the Tyrolean Residence #3 is a beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 3-bath condominium steps to Terra Bistro and the Vail Athletic Club. Featuring designer décor, air-conditioning, humidification and secure underground parking, this is a rare opportunity just a short walk to Vail Village and the ski slopes.
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CONTACT:
Cristina Byrne 970-331-1313 Ron Byrne & Associates www.ronbyrne.com
VAIL VILLAGE Vail Gateway GatewayPenthouse Penthouse Vail $4,495,000 European romance and European romance and style exude from this style exude from this lavish penthouse int he lavish penthouse in the core of Vail Village. Natural core of Vail Village. Natural sunlight floods through sunlight floods through skylights spanning the skylights spanning the gracious and open living gracious and open living areas. Four bedrooms, areas. Four bedrooms, a lofted study and a a lofted study and a great room designed for great room designed for entertaining have been entertaining have been thoughtfully decorated by thoughtfully decorated by Venetian designer Katia Venetian designer Katia Bates, winner of TLC’s Bates, winner of TLC’s Four Houses. Four Houses.
CONTACT: CONTACT:
Ron Ron Byrne Byrne 970-476-1987 970-476-1987 info@ronbyrne.com info@ronbyrne.com Ron Ron Byrne Byrne && Associates Associates
VAIL VILLAGE 600 Vail Valley Drive $7,900,000 Vail’s best kept secret with unparalleled ski in ski out location, this penthouse offers an off the chart setting with views to both east and west. You’ll see Chair Six, Gondola One, and International as the backdrop in one direction. Then take in drop dead, direct views of Gore Range in the other. Don’t miss out on this rare offering. This exclusive development has turned over only seven resales in 40 years.
CONTACT:
Betsy Laughlin 970-477-5728 blaughline@slifer.net Betsy Edwards 970-477-5724 bedwards@slifer.net Slifer Smith & Frampton
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East Vail The quintessential log home in the Rockies! Located on Gore Creek with mature trees and mountain views, the setting is perfection. The interior is as sophisticated and comfortable as the Vail Valley itself. Located in desirable Forest Glen near the end of the cul de sac, this home is not to be missed. The property comes with hot tub and outdoor fire pit, pool, and tennis. Offered at $6,262,000
Beautiful remodeled condo in the heart of Vail Village. Sunny Southfacing corner unit with deck. Extra windows for more natural light. Granite counter-tops and knotty-pine cabinetry throughout. 2 bedroom, including over-sized master and 3 full baths. This unit has it all. secure access bldg, elevator, 2 ski lockers, large owner storage, deeded garage parking and pool w/hot tub. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great rental or second home. Offered at $1,395,000
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LION SQUARE NORTH
This Bright & Cheery condo is a delight to show. South facing with expansive wall to wall windows, it is a short walk to Lionshead, about 3 minutes. The condo has updated kitchen and baths, all new knotty alder trim package and located on the 1st floor - so not too many stairs. The large patio is ideal for BBQ dinner after a great day hiking. The property is offered completely furnished and ready for you to move in! The complex has a beautiful hot tub and swimming pool, on site management Offered at $679,000
What a perfect little one bedroom, two bath,Ski-In/Ski-Out condo! king bed in the master and murphy bed in the spacious living area make it an ideal Mountain Getaway! Beautiful remodeled, roomy with a generous deck and BBQ grill overlooking Vail Mountain & the ski slopes! Pool & hot tub are on the banks of Gore Creek, work out room, parking, ski lockers, elevator, and on site restaurant. This is a great Vail getaway and a strong rental property. Offered at $885,000
281 Bridge Street, Vail (970) 476-1450 www.brandesscadmus.com
Rene Blanchette Brandess-Cadmus Real Estate 970-390-2816
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Heather Stolz, Broker (970) 477-0241 Helen M. Gies, Broker (970) 390-3455 High Country Realty, Inc. (866) 376-8807 High Life Properties, LLC (970) 926-6097 Highmark Real Estate (970) 343-0703 Hoffman West Real Estate (970) 926-6000 J.F. Real Estate (970) 904-2002
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THE LODGE AT LIONSHEAD #220︱VAIL VILLAGE Fully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, condominium at the well regarded Lodge at Lionshead. The renovation added Alder doors, trim, cabinets as well as high end appliances to this south-east facing unit. The Lodge at Lionshead is enviably located on Gore Creek and is a short walk to the lifts and Lionshead. The Lodge's common areas and amenities have recently been remodeled as well which has enabled the property to achieve the some of the highest ratings in Lionshead.
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CORDILLERA | 467 KENSINGTON DRIVE 4-bedroom | 4.5-bath | 4,329+/-sq.ft. | $1,175,000 Kent Barker | 970.926.6752 | kbarker@slifer.net
BACHELOR GULCH | BEARPAW LODGE D-6 4-bedroom | 4.5-bath | 3,193+/-sq.ft. | $2,895,000 Patrick Welch | 970.845.5828 | pwelch@slifer.net
BEAVER CREEK | CHATEAU TERRACE 1500 5-bedroom | 4.5-bath | 5,079+/-sq.ft. | $4,850,000 Amy Dorsey | 970.845.3801 | adorsey@slifer.net
ARROWHEAD | ALPINE CLUB 303 3-bedroom | 3-bath | 1,576+/-sq.ft. | $1,690,000 Happy Power | 970.479.5767 | hpower@slifer.net Mary Ann Koson | 970.331.3475 | makoson@slifer.net
BEAVER CREEK | BEAVER CREEK LODGE 604R 5-bedroom | 6.5-bath | 4,295+/-sq.ft. | $4,895,000 David McHugh | 970.376.7171 | dmchugh@slifer.net
BACHELOR GULCH VILLAGE | QUARTERMOON 10 5-bedroom | 6.5-bath | 4,212+/-sq.ft. | $3,549,000 Catherine Jones Coburn | 970.390.1706 | cjones@slifer.net
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