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1 Willow Bridge Road • $525,000 One Willow Bridge Road is one of the best newer developments in Vail Village, offering luxury ownership at a fraction of the cost. This program includes 3 winter weeks, 3 summer weeks, and 1 floating week each year.

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WELCOME FROM THE BOARD

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 — and then redesiged — by architect Kyle Webb, the Singletree home features a reinterpreted contemporary Southwestern design that is sustainable with a clean and modern focus. khwebb.com Photo by Brent Bingham

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oodbye ski season, hello sunshine. As the aspen trees bud new green, and gardens the county over bloom purple and blue and red, it’s time to tilt our heads toward the sun and drink in the season’s fresh perspective. Spring cleaning isn’t just a marketing term to sell cleaning products — it’s a long-standing ritual in cultures the world over. It feels good to usher out the old and ring in the new — especially when “the old” includes dust bunnies, worn-out furniture and piles of unnecessary papers.

It’s a great time to turn our attention to our homes. Some of us will rearrange and declutter, others will buy and start anew. Either way, it’s a season of rejuvenation and refreshment on the home front. The secret’s out, though. Lots of people are interested in moving to Eagle County, and it’s becoming competitive since the inventory is limited. So enlist the guidance and experience of a REALTOR. Our organization, its members and partners exist to provide the most informed, ethical and comprehensive options for clients and their real estate needs for both primary and secondary residences as well as rental properties. And nobody knows the local market like we do.

Enjoy the season,

Vail Board of REALTORS ®

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Vail Daily Magazine Group GM SUSAN LUDLOW Associate Publisher KAREN SUING Editor WREN BOVA Art Director CARLY ARNOLD Advertising Director - Real Estate ERIC BURGUND Photo Editor CHARLES TOWNSEND BESSENT Ad Services Coordinator KRYSTAL BRUNELL Creative Team Supervisor AFTON POSPISILOVA Advertising Production & Design ASHLEY DETMERING, DARIN BLISS, MALISA SAMSEL, MIKEY MCGARVEY, PHILIP LANZINO, AUSTIN WINTERS Contributors KIMBERLY NICOLET TI, KIM FULLER, TRACI J. MACNAMARA, SHAUNA FARNELL, KELLI HOLTZ, BRENT BINGHAM

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10 DESIGN & STYLE

Unique finds for the home.

Landscaping with vines.

14 FACTS & FIGURES

30 FACES & PLACES

16 SWITCHING OUT

34 NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT

A quick look at home trends.

Slifer Designs’ Edwards showroom gets a weekly makeover.

20 BEFORE & AFTER

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24 CULTIVATING CLIMBERS

West Vail remodel keeps some key elements for nostalgia’s sake, but updates the overall feel of the townhome.

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Around town at parties, events and more.

Anchored by a luxury hotel, Cascade Village has become a vibrant local community with activities for both residents and guests.

38 PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT

49 SPRING INTO CLEAN

40 MARKET REPORT

52 REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE

Beauty, privacy, convenience and buildable qualities make this lot the perfect choice.

As summer approaches, the local real estate selling season gains momentum.

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Spring rejuvenation for mind, body and spirit.

How to make your massive dust removal less of a chore and fit it into an already-busy life.

A selection of some of the best properties on the local market.

54 SERVICE DIRECTORY

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

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arsh and heavy home cleaning products full of chemicals can damage your furniture and finishes, plus leave an irritating smell behind. For your spring cleaning this year, consider using one of the newer lines of designer cleaning products or even making your own! Products such as Mrs. Meyer’s, Caldrea, and Thymes are gentler on the environment and home. They’re especially great for children and those with allergies or sensitive skin. You can also make your own cleaning spray from basic pantry staples like vinegar and lemon juice. The fresh-smelling scents will have you excited to spray down those screens, open the windows, and get ready for summer breezes.

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Least expensive Sandstone condo currently on the market! Ground floor, 1 bedroom, 1 bath condominium on one level. Great location with incredible views of Vail Mountain. Spacious south facing deck. Great ski getaway or rental property on the town of Vail bus line. Offered at $275,000

Revel in Beautiful Mountain Views and great privacy on a private drive adjoining National Forest. Lovely 4 bedroom duplex has new stucco/stone exteriors, new roof, and upgraded interiors with new carpet and paint. Offered at $1,500,000

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Welcome Home THE FOLKS AT CALDREA believe the scent of

a home deserves the same quality, intention and beauty as that of a person’s perfume.

Their natural products are beautifully scented.

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The Arrabelle at Vail Square In the heart of Vail Square, the Arrabelle exudes the timeless elegance and old-world charm of a European grand resort — complete with a well-designed floor plan and extraordinary finishes. The kitchen boasts a long counter/bar space that graciously transitions in the the great room and onto a large terrace overlooking Lionshead. Trips to the lavish, 10,500 sq ft spa are discreet via the direct elevator right outside the door.

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FACTS & FIGURES

NO WAY!

HGTV’s list of “29 most controversial design trends ever” includes Concrete Dark walls Black fences Radiant orchid Nautical themes Monograms Chalkboards Florals and chintz Colorful appliances The end of microwaves Mixed metals Decals Barn doors

Animal print

LO C A L I M PA C T National Association of Homebuilders’ annual “typical local” report speaks to the impact of building on the local economy.

Estimated one-year impacts of building 100 single-family homes are • $28.7 million in local income • $3.6 million in taxes and other revenue for local governments • 394 local jobs Annual, ongoing impacts (resulting from the home becoming occupied and the occupants paying taxes and otherwise participating in the local economy year after year) are • $4.1 million in local income • $1.0 million in taxes and other revenue for local governments • 69 local jobs Estimated one-year impacts of building 100 rental apartments are • $11.7 million in local income • $2.2 million in taxes and other revenue for local governments • 161 local jobs Annual, ongoing impacts are • $2.6 million in local income • $503,000 in taxes and other revenue for local governments • 44 local jobs One-year impacts of spending $1 million on residential remodeling in the typical local area are estimated at • $841,000 in local income • $71,000 in taxes and other revenue for local governments • 11.5 local jobs

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This elegant mountain contemporary, 5 bedroom ski in/ski out Northwoods home was completely rebuilt by Beck Building & JF Enterprise Inc.. Only the highest level of materials and finishes were chosen by the current owners and Greenauer Design Group.

Many standout upgrades have been made to the unit including superior soundproofing. The home includes two master suites and over 580 square feet of decks with views of the Gore Range.

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INTERIOR DESIGN

SWITCHING OUT Slifer Designs’ Edwards showroom gets a weekly makeover

by KIM FULLER • photos by CHARLES TOWNSEND BESSENT

The Slifer Showroom always has “something for everyone.”

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f you wonder how to keep

your space fresh, take a tip from Slifer: Switch it up.

This talented team changes the look of their design showroom in Edwards every Wednesday, so the space never gets stale.

“The key is variety,” explains Lisa Mikels, showroom manager for Slifer Designs. “We strive to keep various looks and styles on the floor at all times so that we have something for everyone.”

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Strategic Style The “Wednesday transfer” is mostly in the hands of Addie Lagace, visual merchandiser, and Tara Klaers, buyer and visual merchandiser.

“Addie and I walk the floor on Monday afternoon,” Klaers explains. “We look at what is sold and what needs to be replaced; we look at vignettes that have been on the floor longest, and what we

would like to change up.”

Then, the design divas head to Slifer’s 25,000-square-foot warehouse in Eagle to see what has been delivered. From there, they formulate the update.

“We sketch a general floor plan while we are at the warehouse so we can get a visual of what we are pulling,” says Lagace.

“Until the end of the day, we pull art and accessories that will complement and complete

* D E S IG N T IP You can reinvent your own rooms by changing out décor items, or simply rearranging things in various rooms. Making it fresh doesn’t always mean making it “new.”

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Oversized art that makes a statement is popular.

DESIGN T RE NDS F ROM T HE EX PER TS “Blue has made a huge comeback and is around in various shades. I’m loving the deep, rich shade of blue — it’s calming and moody all at the same time,” says Lisa Mikels, Slifer showroom manager “An overall monochromatic color scheme with a bright pop of color,” says Addie Lagace, Slifer visual merchandiser, of a recent design trend.

Tara Klaers, buyer and visual merchandiser for Slifer, says oversized art is getting a lot of love. Anything that makes a statement, she explains.

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The Slifer showroom is full of room vignettes.

WE STRIVE TO KEEP VARIOUS LOOKS AND STYLES ON THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.” the furniture that we pulled for our new vignettes.”

The new floor plan always keeps trends and holidays in mind, says Lagace, which helps with the overall theme of the layout. Also, lighting is key to bring it all together.

“Lighting has everything to do to with making the showroom floor look inviting,” she adds.

“And adding throw pillows and color with accessories helps to pull the different vignettes together and create a cohesive feel within each different room.”

The texture from fabrics, like soft pillows and sofas, also helps to make each room more inviting. The team always showcases a living room, a dining room and a bedroom, and they have started to get creative with an office/study space, inspired by new desks they have been ordering.

“I think the showroom needs to feel cozy and comfortable, Mikels says, “a place where someone feels like they can come in and sit down and put their feet up.”

The vignettes are made to

SPECIA L O RDE RS The Slifer showroom has a spot for special orders, so people who are hesitant to hire an interior designer can come in and utilize the staff’s expertise in style, costs, how fabrics wear and more. “They can come in, sit down, and go through fabrics and schemes right in the showroom,” says Heather Hower, marketing manager. “The staff often works off photos the client brings in. They can, of course, also order furnishings in the fabric of their choice here.”

look “lived in,” she says, by laying, not folding, a throw on a sofa or by leaving a book open on the coffee table.

“Making a space feel ‘lived in’ helps a client to envision themselves and our furniture in their space,” says Mikels.

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REMODELING

BEFORE& AFTER West Vail remodel keeps some key elements for nostalgia’s sake, but updates the overall feel of the townhome

by KIM FULLER

Dark beams provide a semi-retro look, but the new furniture is both hip and fun.

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Townhomes in West Vail recently received an interior upgrade, all in the hands of Slifer Designs. The residence was built in the 1970s, and the clients wanted the full remodel to keep some of the home’s sentimentality intact, including some of the space’s original vibe, artwork and memorabilia.

At the same time, they wanted

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to bring in a more modern style, lightness and comfort, and to make the small space more functional.

“They’ve had this townhome in the family for years, and wanted to update, but keep part of the nostalgia alive,” explains Francis Karsh, lead designer for the project. “So we worked with original dark beams and posts and kept a semi-retro look, but made it current, incorporating some industrial

elements and modern pieces.”

The clients wanted the space to feel fun, with bright use of color — like the lime greens and bright oranges that seeped into 1970s, but with a style that could stand alongside organic materials and wood furniture.

The wood table in the dining room from Environment Furniture adds a rustic edge to the hip complements around it, and the round chair in a fun

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The kitchen’s blue-green paint makes the space inviting, and the dining room table’s rustic feel adds to the comfort.

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WE WORKED WITH ORIGINAL DARK BEAMS AND POSTS AND KEPT A SEMI-RETRO LOOK, BUT MADE IT CURRENT, INCORPORATING SOME INDUSTRIAL ELEMENTS AND MODERN PIECES.” fabric from Mitchel Gold ties in modern with nostalgia.

Karsh’s favorite aspect of the remodel was the railing on the stairs, she says, which successfully gave the elevated structure an airy feel. The wood flooring and lighter

steel appliances, and a very inviting color palette on the Beyond the Tree cabinetry.

“The soft blue-green color of the kitchen cabinets, with the very quiet, off-white subway tile backsplash, was a transitional approach,” Karsh explains, “so it feels modern and bright, but stays with that The open railing on the stairs retro feel.” adds an airy feel The clients to the space. were “extremely happy with the results,” says Karsh.

“They had a lot of participation in the design, adding some ideas themselves,” she says. “They liked that it had a fun, retro vibe, but was still modern and fresh.”

porcelain tile on the floors throughout bring in a more natural, mountain aesthetic, balanced perfectly with all the home’s new modern elements.

The Newport brass faucet in the powder room makes for an antique touch, and the rift oak cabinets in the bathrooms soften the trendy tone. The kitchen, complete with Ceasar Stone countertops, was transformed with stainless MAY 2015 | VAIL VALLEY HOME

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BACKYARDS

CULTIVATING CLIMBERS Landscaping with vines

by MARTY JONES

Pergolas provide shade as well as a place for vines to grow.

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hile it ’ s still early

in the growing season, May is a great time of the year to integrate exciting structural features such as arches, trellises, pergolas or even a gazebo into your garden or landscape. Each of these features can support a variety of perennial vines that will come

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back each summer season and continue to mature over time.

Vines offer vertical interest and color to a landscape, and they can also provide cover, shade, and privacy when trained to grow on an appropriate support.

Besides offering vines a place to climb, the structures on which they grow can add architectural character to an

outdoor space. A carefully placed trellis or arch can serve as a dividing space or entryway from one area of a landscape to the next in the same way that a doorway divides the rooms in a home. In the summertime, vines growing on trellises and arches can have showy, beautiful blooms, but even in the winter months, the twisting woody

stems that are characteristic of some vines will continue to offer visual interest even as snows blanket the ground.

A pergola is a structural garden feature that can form a shaded walkway or sitting area, usually by means of vertical pillars that support crossbeams and open lattice. While a pergola is often an open structure placed along

Would you rather be at work...

Clematis adds color.

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a walkway, a gazebo functions more like an outdoor room with a roof overhead. Gazebos can be designed with lattice features or railings on which vines can be trained to grow. While it may take years for vines to mature and twist themselves around a pergola or gazebo, the result is a stunning, life-wrapped structure that can be a place for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors.

Climbing Vines for Mountain Landscapes When choosing perennial vines that will grow well on a structural feature in your garden or landscape, consider location, aspect, and ongoing maintenance needs. These three climbing plants, which are hardy throughout the Vail Valley, can be planted in earlyto mid-June, or any time during

the summer following the last frost. So spend some time in May getting support structures in place, and then make plans to train these climbers to grow on them this summer: CLEMATIS Clematis comes in many varieties and can produce an explosion of summer blooms that vary in color depending on the plant. Blooms can be purple, pink, blue, white, red, or rose; clematis vines may require two seasons before they get established and begin blooming. But once they do, you’ll be thankful for your patience. Clematis grows well in rich soil and in areas that receive partial shade to full sun, but be sure to keep roots cool by adding mulch around the base of the plant.

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Virginia Creeper blazes red in the fall.

VIRGINIA CREEPER The Virginia creeper is a climbing vine that can grow upwards of 50 feet over time, and it has a seasonal dynamic that’s appreciated in this area with only a few other exciting bursts of autumnal color. The plant’s bright green leaves turn brilliant shades of red and orange in the fall. The Virginia creeper also has woody stems that will thicken over time and provide winter interest.

Virginia creeper does best and puts on its most spectacular scarlet autumn transformation when it’s grown in full sun, but it can also grow in the shade. The Virginia creeper’s persistent blue-black berries attract birds to make your garden a more social space.

Honeysuckle smells delicious when it’s in bloom.

HONEYSUCKLE VINE IS KNOWN FOR ITS FRAGRANT BLOOMS AND ITS ABILITY TO ATTRACT HUMMINGBIRDS, HAWK MOTHS AND BEES.” HONEYSUCKLE VINE Honeysuckle vine is known for its fragrant blooms and its ability to attract hummingbirds, hawk moths and bees. Honeysuckle varieties bloom in red, yellow, pink, white, and orange, among other colors.

Once established, honeysuckle vines often require less watering than others, and they can grow in full sun to partial shade. Like the Virginia creeper, honeysuckle vines also have woody stems.

Before planting these climbing vines or others including climbing roses, amend soil if necessary to

ensure nutrient-rich conditions.

Most perennial vines grow best in soil that’s enriched with compost and well drained. When planting, dig a planting hole as deep as the plant’s root ball and two to three times as wide. Add a layer of mulch at the base of the plant to protect the crown and to insulate the soil. Water new plants regularly, and then water as needed. Finally, sit back and enjoy while these vines twist and twine their way to embellishing your landscape this summer and in the years to come.

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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Revel in beautiful mountain views and great privacy among mature Aspens adjoining national forest land on private drive at the top of Highland Meadows. Lovely Sunny 4 bedroom duplex boasts a beautifully renovated exterior with new roof, windows, doors, huge deck and stucco and stone exterior. Many interior upgrades. Just minutes to skiing, Vail restaurants and shops yet shares 5 acres of private open space land. New Carpet and Paint. Beautiful views and a great family floor plan. $1,500,000

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FACES & PLACES GOTTA THINK PINK The Slifer Smith & Frampton team, SSF Warriors, raised over $10k for Pink Vail!

below: Julie Bergsten,

Carling Delaney and Kelly Moser of Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate enjoy Taste of Vail.

Madison & Company Properties is pleased to announce that it has once again been selected as one of the Denver metro area’s “Top 100 Workplaces” by the Denver Post. This is the SECOND year in a row that Madison has made the list. A premier boutique real estate firm, Madison & Company Properties operates from Denver area offices in Lower Highlands, Cherry Creek North, Greenwood Village, Washington Park, as well as the Vail Valley.

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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

VAIL, COLORADO. $6,500,000 FURNISHED This rare new 5 bedroom and 7 bathroom mountain property with a contemporary touch was originally completed in 2008 and has had approximately $750,000 in improvements and furnishings added since 2010.

Beautifully furnished by Worth Interiors, this home is nestled up to National Forest with mature aspen and pine trees. The bus stop is located just at the end of the driveway. Gorgeous outdoor living space with all the bells and whistles.

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VAIL, COLORADO. $1,595,000 FURNISHED This is the nicest townhome-style unit ever listed in the Potato Patch area with epic Vail ski-slope views. This end unit has been fully renovated by Nedbo Construction completed in 2007, has an amazing master suite with office, plus 2 large bedroom suites with balcony.

Approx. 916 sq ft may be added. Visit the listing website for additional photos and property details:

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Having grown up in the Vail Valley, Malia earned a B.S. in Business Administration with an emphasis in marketing from the University of Colorado at Boulder followed by finishing 6th in her class from Denver University Law School. As the former owner of one of the largest and most reputable property management companies in Vail, Malia and her husband Jay currently own Vail Construction Group and Vail Millworks providing some of the most beautiful luxury construction, woodwork, cabinetry and custom furniture in the Vail Valley. Malia is one of the top ten producing Realtors in Vail based upon sales volume and is known as one of the most tech savvy Realtors in the Vail Valley.

malia.nobrega@sothebysrealty.com vailluxurybroker.com

FACES & PLACES

It’s a Wrap The Slifer Smith & Frampton Bahelor Gulch team celebrated the end of the Bachelor Gulch ski season at Maya’s Happy Hour at The Westin Riverfront Resort.

Left to right: Ed Swinford, Cathy Jones-Coburn, Anna Menz, Nancy Lassetter, Tori Lord, Heather Losa, Jen Wanner, Darwin McCutcheon, Karen Oberholtzer and Jim Price.

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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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NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT

CASCADE VILLAGE

Village Hotspot Anchored by a luxury hotel, Cascade Village has become a vibrant local community with activities for both residents and guests

by KATHY FILGO

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holds numerous treasures that may surprise many. Did you know Cascade Village backs onto Vail Mountain and has its own chair lift — Chair 20 — which means that many area residents and guests are within walking distance to the ski slope? Or that Gore Creek

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borders the property? Just half a mile west of Lionshead, there are an abundance of programs and events held throughout the year, too. It’s time to take another look at Cascade Village.

The area rests on over 118 acres, anchored by Vail Cascade Resort & Spa, and consists of the luxury properties of Cascade Condominiums, The

Cascade Penthouses, Cascade on Gore Creek, Coldstream, Liftside, Millrace and Westhaven, along with duplexes and single-family homes.

And while the area is easily accessible to the excitement and events of Lionshead and Vail Village, Cascade Village has created its own brand of action and entertainment.

Vail Cascade Resort & Spa acts as “Fun Central” for many of the activities. To start with, there are two delightful restaurants: Atwater on Gore Creek is elegant creekside dining and the Fireside Bar has hosted many a delightful après experience in front of a roaring fire. And the Market & Café offers delicious grab-and-go fare.

HIGHLANDS SLOPESIDE | BEAVER CREEK Ski-In/Ski-Out condominiums located on Beaver Creek Mtn. 2 level floor plans with 3 bedrooms & 3.5 baths. After a great day on the slopes relax in the heated pool or hot tubs. Amenities include: ski room with lockers, common area great room, on-site exercise room, on-site hot tub, underground heated parking and owner storage. Dial-a-ride shuttle service throughout resort. The close proximity to the ski slopes and all that Beaver Creek Village offers makes these condos good rental properties.

Highlands Slopeside #209 at $1,795,000 furnished www.HighlandsSlopeside-209.com Highlands Slopeside #211 at $1,750,000 partially furnished www.HighlandsSlopeside-211.com

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RIVERWALK EMERALD BUILDING #202 | EDWARDS Spacious 3 bedroom and 3 ½ bath Penthouse condominium located in the heart of downtown Edwards. A property that is in excellent condition with vaulted ceilings and large windows in the living area creating an open, spacious great room with plenty of natural light. The open kitchen and living area with the wet bar and the separate dining area makes entertaining family and friends a pleasure. Located in the Riverwalk pedestrian village in Edwards makes the condominium convenient to shopping, dining, a movie theater and the bike/walking path along the river. Only a few minutes’ drive to the Arrowhead or Beaver Creek Resort ski slopes and all of the conveniences of Edwards makes this is the perfect second-home; or, as an investment property with good rental potential. Great Value in a Great Location!

$775,000 furnished For additional information go to RiverwalkEmeraldBldg-202.CBRB.com

SIMBA RUN CONDOMINIUMS | SANDSTONE Easy access to Vail Village and Lionshead from these 2 bdrm/2 bath condos. Amenities include: swimming pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, tennis courts, fitness room, sauna, steam room, storage lockers, ski lockers, conference/meeting room, common garage parking and on site management. Located on the Town of Vail free bus route and complex has its own shuttle buses during the ski season. Good rental potential.

Simba Run #1208 – 1 level floor plan at $549,000 furnished www.SimbaRun-1208.CBRB.com Simba Run #2208 – 1 level floor plan at $600,000 furnished www.SimbaRun-2208.CBRB.com Simba Run #1511 – 2 level floor plan at $600,000 furnished www.SimbaRun-1511.CBRB.com Simba Run #1517 – 2 level floor plan at $600,000 furnished www.SimbaRun-1517.CBRB.com

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Broker Associate/Team Leader – Cole Luxury Team Coldwell Banker Devonshire cell: (970) 390-0026 email: Cole@Vail.net web site: www.KathySellsVail.com

International President’s Premier Award Winner, 2014 Top 1% of the 43,000 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Agents Worldwide #3 Individual Broker Associate in 2014, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Colorado

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The activities and events planned at this facility, many of them at no charge, have not only served to create a real sense of community but also to present many opportunities for families to make some memories. And it’s great to be a kid at Vail Cascade, with events such asopen gym/basketball at the area club, s’mores and hot cocoa at the hotel fire pit, movie and pizza night at Aria Club, balloon magic with Pirate Jack, fairy face painting, tennis lessons, dive-in movie at the hotel pool, to name but a few.

Of course the adults have not been left out. The annual brewmasters weekend with samplings from local breweries in Colorado has everyone smacking their lips. There are fly casting clinics,

bike rentals, Charter Sports for a little shopping, live music, and there is even an on-site wedding specialist to handle every aspect of one’s upcoming nuptials.

The awarding-winning Aria Athletic Club & Spa is one of the shining stars of Cascade Village. With a 78,000-squarefoot health and wellness center, it appeals to those who are looking for a good workout or to those who just wish to be pampered. The valley’s largest — and some consider the most comprehensive — fitness and athletic facility presents indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a heated outdoor saline swimming pool, sun deck and hot tub, private indoor hot tubs for men and women, squash and racquetball courts, a basketball

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Gore Creek

JUST HALF A MILE WEST OF LIONSHEAD, THERE ARE AN ABUNDANCE OF PROGRAMS AND EVENTS HELD THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, TOO.” court, an indoor running track, aromatherapy steam rooms, and many programs and classes to assure fitness levels of all types are enhanced or maintained.

And the 10,000-square-foot spa and sanctuary is a rejuvenating retreat that imparts pampering for mind, body and soul.

And an exceptional bonus for Aria members and guests: complete access to all of the Cascade Resort amenities, including the outdoor pool where sunbathers can relax to the sounds of Gore Creek rushing past. (Many of the programs and activities in the village use one another’s venues.)

Cascade Village also boasts a state-of-the-art Conference Center that is 45,000 square feet and offers flexible meeting

space with boardrooms and ballrooms and includes outdoor venues in a spectacular setting overlooking Vail Mountain and Gore Creek. Gore Range Hall, at 19,234 square feet, is the largest meeting area in the Vail area, and it can accommodate 900 people.

Guests and residents alike enjoy the quiet, lush setting of Cascade Village, nestled along the cascading Gore Creek. With direct neighborhood access during ski season as well as the other amenities now being hosted in the vicinity, the value of this community has only increased. With a goal of making Cascade Village a destination vacation location as well as a desirable place to set down roots — it appears that this is a mission accomplished.

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PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT

4 5 5 O L D C R E A M E RY R OA D/ C R E A M E RY R A N C H / E DWA R D S

Dream Site Beauty, privacy, convenience and buildable qualities make this lot the perfect choice

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reamery ranch

has a rich history dating back to 1896.

The only dairy farm of note in Eagle Valley was in Edwards on what today is known as Creamery Ranch. James Norgaard, a naturalized citizen in 1880, homesteaded in Gypsum.

He built a church that is still standing, planted spruce seedlings along his “ditch,” now known as Valley Road, started a sawmill and began farming. He moved his herd to Creamery Ranch and

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built a dairy farm, and his family maintained the herd until the early 1950s. Early homestead remains still dot the landscape.

The lots at Creamery Ranch are rich with history and the integrity of the early American West has been maintained to the present. The native grasses, rolling hills, groves of aspen and large cottonwood trees pervade throughout the open, private and beautiful meadowland.

Surrounded by spectacular views of the Sawatch Ranch

and New York Mountain, 20 homesites on 143 acres enjoy the privacy of this special, secluded valley. The low-density housing is maintained with over 80 acres dedicated to common open space. This open space provides a buffer between homesites and establishes a strong landscape theme that re-creates the wideopen feeling of the old west.

Today, the unique element of this extraordinary area is that these private and quiet homesites are just 1.5 miles

from the amenities of Edwards and access to I-70 — five more minutes down the road and residents are at the Arrowhead or Beaver Creek ski lifts!

In this sought-after gated community desirable land is scarce. Homesites with an exquisite, private environment; splendid views; and such convenient access to amenities, activities, schools and services are rare. Creamery Ranch also has an onsite caretaker – 455 Old Creamery Road presents a

PHOTOS BY CHADD ZIEGLER & PATRICK T VARKUNAS / GO HIGHER AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY

by KATHY FILGO

rare opportunity to have it all.

Mike Suman, whose reputation precedes him, completed architectural conceptual designs of a home on this homesite. Mike was one of the principle architects of Solaris in Vail Village. These designs can be modified or serve as a blueprint for your dream home.

He has determined much of the foundation qualities for building on this property. The best view corridors have been

determined, the best angles to capture the greatest natural light, and because the lot is flat building poses no major obstacles as in many areas of the Valley.

As the owner says, “455 Old Creamery Road was going to save us hundreds of thousands of dollars on the driveway and engineering. It also removes many of the architectural constraints of building a house into a hillside. And our lot, in particular, allows for an

incredible amount of privacy for the southern exposure.”

This information is particularly important, recommending that buyers consider the costs of building a home at any lot they view. An inexpensive lot on the side of a hill becomes much more expensive when you have to build foundations and driveways. It is helpful to team with an architect and builder when selecting a lot because of the many factors that go into building in the mountains.

An appropriate homesite can minimalize building costs and place stress at a minimum.

Finding a homesite that meets your needs of privacy, beauty,

and views — all in a convenient location — is a rarity. 455 Old Creamery Road is the best of all options with a flat, buildable lot in an enviable location that few can enjoy. Welcome to the gated community of Creamery Ranch!

Contact Chadd Ziegler for more information about how this Creamery Ranch lot could fit into your lifestyle.

PROPERTY PROFILE • 1.7 acres • 360 degree views • Secluded, gated community • Most recent lot sale $1.2 M (Nov 2014) • Price $775,000

LISTING AGENT CHADD ZIEGLER Christiania Realty 970.445.0122 chaddziegler@gmail.com www.zieglerrealestate.com

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MARKET REPORT

BY THE NUMBERS

Go with the Flow As summer approaches, the local real estate selling season gains momentum

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through the “slow” season here in the Vail Valley, our attention turns to the water running through every part of our community. Why? Because the run-off is truly amazing, the power that it generates leaves us in awe every year as we watch it swell. From the waterfalls and creeks to the Eagle River and the Colorado River, this everchanging body of water attracts us. We want to float in it, fish in it, camp next to it, ride its rapids and play in its eddies. It feeds the natural surroundings, the foliage, fish, bugs and wildlife, not to mention those of us who make a living on it and in it.

Come to think of it, the river is a perfect example of how real estate trends in this Rocky Mountain area flow. The little creeks that feed into the bigger rivers are our unique neighborhoods that feed into our overarching valley community.

The market picks up raging momentum and then eddies out, sometimes to a standstill.

Then, picks up again. We are mesmerized by it especially when we are close to it, for example, buying or selling a house. When we find the perfect home, we dive in. Or, when we sell, it gives us the opportunity to float into something bigger or smaller, depending on our needs, but the point is, it’s constantly flowing.

First Quarter Flow As winter moves into spring at the close of our first quarter, the numbers reveal where the headwaters of our real estate market are: the resorts. And, for the most part, the rest of the valley should pick up momentum

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moving west or downhill, much like our creeks and rivers. The resort markets of Vail and Beaver Creek have produced some of the highest increases in average sales cost as well as volume. This is evidenced in the number of closing sales. As we roll into our summer selling season, down valley or the western communities will continue picking up speed.

Continued strength in the

broader economic landscape coupled with strong stock market returns support the pricing increase in the high-end resort inventory. Vacation and second homeowner customers have kept the luxury market active and competitive. Wealth springs — it’s a small but powerful starting point.

Vail Board of REALTORS® past board chair, Matthew

Blake, observes, “Overall, the opportunity for increased growth in sales, continued strength in average price and percentage of sale to list price bodes well for our market. We are seeing this everywhere from the absorption of inventory within new condo developments in Vail and LionsHead Village to sales in mid and down-valley markets.

“As the ski season transitions

Singletree | 141 Mesquite Drive | $2,995,000 6 Bedroom | 8 Bath | 6,890 sq. ft.

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Vail Village | Skaal Hus No. 3 | $1,425,000 3 Bedroom | 2 Bath | 1,137 sq. ft.

Craig Denton, 970-376-0087 | Kyle Denton, 970-393-2154

Beaver Creek | 50 Bachelor Gulch Road | $2,395,000 4 Bedroom | 5.5 Bath | 4,934 sq. ft.

Andrew Keiser, 970-331-4695

Arrowhead | 125 Mountain Retreat Court | $3,498,000 7 Bedroom | 8 Bath | 4,819 sq. ft.

Page Slevin, 970-390-7443

Singletree | 21 Mission Place | $939,000 4 Bedroom | 3.5 Bath | 2,451 sq. ft.

Steve Michonski, 970-331-4539

Bachelor Gulch | Bear Paw D5 | $2,095,000 4 Bedroom | 4.5 Bath | 2,630 sq. ft.

Page Slevin, 970-390-7443

Beaver Creek | Villas at Beaver Creek No. 4 | $3,495,000 4 Bedroom | 4 Bath | 3,085 sq. ft.

Andrew Keiser, 970-331-4695

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MARKET REPORT

into late spring/early summer, REALTORS, buyers and sellers can expect an active, exciting flow through the selling season.

Many are hopeful for a greater selection of inventory coupled with strong buyer demand among nearly all property types.” In other words, hop in the raft we have the potential for a wild ride this summer. And yes, there will be areas that don’t have the same power as others. But that doesn’t mean they won’t pick up speed at some point, you never know.

It truly is fascinating to watch.

Take a Dip Just like the snow attracts a certain type of visitor and homeowner, so does the water.

While many folks come for the snow sports, others come to fish, float and ride the rapids.

Those same people have been coming here for years, taking a dip in our exciting lifestyle.

Increasingly, these people are

choosing to make the Vail Valley their home — diving in to our refreshing approach to life. What was once a portfolio investment is now shifting toward a lifestyle investment thanks to the increased, consistent promotion of our summer recreation and events. At one point our motto was, “We come for the winters and stay for the summers.” Now, we come for the summers.

Corey Lamothe, VBR board member discusses the current market in the mid-level price range, “Right now, the market under $700,000 is raging as evidenced by the low inventory.

I have clients from Denver who are actively looking to incorporate the mountain lifestyle into their future. Many have been researching the market for years and realize that now is a great time to make their goals a reality. It’s like the run off, picking up speed.

In my opinion, this will affect the market from the resorts moving

BUYERS AND SELLERS CAN EXPECT AN ACTIVE, EXCITING FLOW THROUGH THE SELLING SEASON.” west, properties will keep moving quickly. In addition, the high cost of rentals means it’s more financially viable to own rather than rent in this market niche.”

Lamothe continues, “I also have local clients who are ready to upgrade in size and quality of their property, which requires market knowledge, understanding and expertise — almost like a river guide taking you through the ups and downs of each wave train, as neighborhoods have their differences. It is noticeable that as the current continues westward so do buyers looking for lifestyle and increased, yearround recreational accessibility.”

The first quarter numbers

continue to support a seller’s market despite a continued inventory challenge. Although a lack of inventory is not a horrible thing, it has spurred an increase in new construction, which boosts our local economy — a healthy sign. The unique geography, diverse real estate inventory and combination of resort and residential property types keep the Vail Valley afloat.

In other words, keep paddling the water will continue to change so enjoy the ride.

Visit VBR.net for Vail Valley real estate market information, how to find a REALTOR®, and timely neighborhood and community research.

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$1,070,000 — Wolcott, CO

First Time Ever on the Market, Beautiful Home on 40 Acres with Stunning Mountain Views!

Live rural, but enjoy the luxury and culture of world-class resorts— Vail & Beaver Creek. A short drive to fine dining, fabulous shopping and entertainment. A home with endless recreation—just step out your door for hiking, biking, horseback riding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and downhill skiing only minutes away. Access to the Colorado River is just a few miles away, providing access to fishing, rafting & kayaking. Majestic mountain views in every direction create awe-inspiring sunrises and sunsets—great for star gazing too!

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Built in 1999 3 bedrooms, 2 ¾ baths Open floor plan Multiple outdoor living spaces Efficient wood burning fireplace Zoned: Resource Horses welcome

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3006 sq.ft.

Large windows and skylights Private courtyard 3+ car heated garage Outdoor hot tub Well - 10 gpm Allowed to build caretaker residence and barn

Located just 20 minutes from Edwards and 40 minutes from Vail (an easy drive on HWY 131).

Jody Lindvall - BROKER Cell: 970-390-2695 Vail MLS #922360

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While many people think of spring cleaning as simply clearing cobwebs and dust, the tradition can renew more than just a home.

Unused, worn-out items, unorganized stacks of “important” papers and dirty windows subtly create stress; the brain registers “work to be done,” which can lead to emotional wear and tear; it’s like a heavily weighing “to do list,” and the low-grade, chronic stress it causes can actually lead to illness or a sense of dis-ease.

Spring cleaning offers relief from this kind of pressure and can actually refresh your mind, body and spirit, as you literally see more clearly out clean windows and contribute to a sense of ease and organization by filing, or recycling, stacks of papers.

“By cleaning out the clutter and debris that has gathered over the fall and winter, it creates a space for the new to come in and re-energize your mind, body and soul,” says Karen Petersen, owner of Black Diamond Realty in Vail and Seeking Sanctuaries, a feng shui business.

She gives a simple example of a closet jammed with clothing.

SIMPLY FOLLOW THE IMPETUS SPRING USHERS IN TO CLEAN AND CLEAR, AND LITERALLY AND FIGURATIVELY BRING MORE SPACIOUSNESS INTO YOUR HOME.”

Throw the clutter out, and make room for spring’s natural lightening of the spirit.

Sometimes giving a deep clean to a space has as much impact as redecorating.

“You cannot even see what is in there when you go to select something to wear,” she says. “The mind functions in a capacity of ‘same old, same old’ and doesn’t search for something new and interesting, or fun, to wear. This, in turn, affects your spirit; no new juice to get inspired by.”

And that’s just one way your home environment reflects — and affects — your inner self.

“If you want to change your inner self, change your outer environment, and watch how your inner world starts changing, too,” Petersen says.

EMBRACE RENEWAL Spring cleaning has long been a ritual, dating back to various ancient cultures, including the Jewish, Iranian and Chinese.

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Jews viewed Passover as a time of house cleaning, in which they scoured their homes, partially to ensure no leavened bread (made with a rising agent such as yeast) lingered in their homes; they considered even crumbs of the bread an affront to God. On the first day of spring, Iranians practiced “khoonen tekouni,” which translates to “shaking the house.” The Chinese welcomed the new year by sweeping their homes of bad luck they believed might have accumulated throughout the previous year.

In North America, the custom took root before the invention of vacuum cleaners, because spring was the best time to open windows and doors and sweep out dust, before warm temperatures drew in too many insects.

Physiologically speaking, as daylight grows, increased sunlight signals the pineal gland to produce less melatonin, giving us a boost of

energy to clean out accumulations of dust, dirt and unused stuff.

In addition, aspens bud and green begins to sprout, providing yet another nudge to renew and refresh our own environment, and along with it, our minds and spirit.

“Spring is a time of awakening and a time of growth,” Petersen says. “We have a sense of excitement as nature returns to life again.”

WHERE TO STAR T Spring cleaning can feel overwhelming, especially in large homes, or those that haven’t been organized for a while. So, where do you start?

“Spring cleaning should begin as soon as you feel the inspiration to do it, but if the inspiration never comes, then put a date on your calendar to create a free weekend and do it,” Petersen says, adding: “You’ll be glad you did. It feels so good when it is done.”

She suggests tackling the most cluttered areas — and not stopping until they’re clear. That way, you’ll see progress, which will motivate you even more.

However, if the job feels like too much of a burden, you can always hire a professional organizer.

WAYS TO REJUVENATE In addition to cleaning and decluttering, there are plenty of ways to refresh your home, and with it, your mind, body and spirit.

Give your home a decorative facelift by adding accents that stimulate your senses. Each element you add should bring some kind of joy, relaxation or other supportive feeling into your space. For example, a simple wreath or colorful decoration on the front door can welcome change. A babbling water fountain near the entry adds a feeling of fluidity and serenity. Hanging cut glass, crystals or wind chimes near windows refract rainbows of light and arouse the sense of hearing, just as birds chirping outside do.

And, speaking of birds, a feeder outside a kitchen or living room window invites the awareness of flight-full life force into your day.

Stir your sense of smell by burning candles or incense, which encourages peaceful feelings.

Houseplants also generate vitality in homes. Prune any dead leaves, and keep plants well fed and watered. Vail and Denver interior designer Nancy Sanford, owner of Nancy Sanford Interior Design, recommends bamboo, palms, rubber plants, dracaena, ivy and ficus. In addition to purifying indoor air, these plants add texture and enhance feelings of softness and vitality.

Spring is also the perfect time to plant kitchen herbs like lavender, a scent that promotes peaceful feelings. It’s also a great time to arrange freshcut flowers, in anticipation of summer blooms.

A HOLISTIC CLEANING Eastern traditions refer to the art of cleaning, decluttering, adding color and placing décor properly as feng shui. Although feng shui is a very complex system, in general, it refers to arranging surroundings “to attract positive life energy, or chi, so that it flows smoothly, unblocking any obstructions in your body and environment,” Sanford says. “Feng shui

BY CLEANING OUT THE CLUTTER AND DEBRIS THAT HAS GATHERED OVER THE FALL AND WINTER, IT CREATES A SPACE FOR THE NEW TO COME IN AND RE-ENERGIZE YOUR MIND, BODY AND SOUL.”

evolved from the theory that people are affected, for better or worse, by their surroundings.”

Cluttered homes prevent energy from properly flowing, according to feng shui, whereas clean, clear spaces promote harmony.

“Our homes are alive,” Petersen says, explaining, “each molecule of creation … is alive and filled with life force energy.”

The Taoist approach reminds us: “all is one.”

“At its essence, feng shui is about living consciously and enjoying the highest quality of life force possible,” Petersen says.

Fortunately, you don’t need to study the intricacies of the ancient Chinese art of feng shui, or even scout for crumbs of leavened bread.

Simply follow the impetus spring ushers in to clean and clear, and literally and figuratively bring more spaciousness into your home.

As you declutter, remove anything you don’t love, and add items that spark joy, peace and harmony.

Chances are, you’ll feel lighter, brighter and more energized, as your refreshed outer environment helps ease mental stress related to bygone clutter and begins to reawaken your body, mind and spirit to new possibilities.

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h my, is that a rodent in the corner?

No … just a gigantic dust ball. They seem to be everywhere this time of year, and the need to clean may be pressing on your conscience. It’s spring after all, time to open the windows, let your home breathe and clear out the winter grime.

The only thing is, how are you supposed to find time for a thorough round of spring cleaning?

You’ve already got a full plate.

The good news is that you don’t have to do it all at once.

“Deep cleaning takes time. It takes hours. I’d say you need 15 to 20 hours to thoroughly, deeply clean a 1,500 square foot home,” says Tim Szurgot (aka Captain Vacuum), founder and operator of Organic Housekeepers. “I don’t want to blow a whole beautiful spring day inside cleaning.

It’s best to stay on top of it all the time and chip away.”

REMOVE YOUR SHOES While spring is historically the most popular time for your big clean out and clear out, in the mountains, homes typically get dustier in the summer when windows are open and pollen is blowing in.

During winter, there is still a substantial build up of cave-like grime, not to mention the potential mess that comes with clopping in and out of the house with wet, muddy feet.

“The best way to keep your house clean is to take your shoes off,” Szurgot says.

“Even if it’s not muddy footprints, you have no idea how many pollutants, chemicals, dirt and oils you put in your floor and carpet by wearing shoes in the house. Get a pair of slippers or house shoes.

In the winter, it’s a different kind of dust that builds in the house — it’s more like a hairball versus the environmental dust that comes in the summer. The entryway of the home is one of the first things to clean in the spring — the place where the shoes and jackets are.

That area gets dirtier than any other in the winter, and the dirt that piles up there comes into the rest of the house.”

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DO ONE ROOM AT A TIME, KEEP PRODUCTS HANDY It’s not a bad idea to make a list of areas of the home that need cleaning and rather than tackling them all at once, hit them individually when you have a window of time, making sure to have the necessary cleaning supplies close at hand.

“I like to have all of my cleaning products under the sink. If I’m in the bathroom brushing

my teeth and I notice, ‘Oh, the sink’s dirty,’ Boom, I can clean it right then. I like to clean the shower when I’m in the shower,” Szurgot says. “Having rags around with white distilled vinegar, if I look up at the exhaust fan, I can reach up and wipe it down.”

If you are at a loss to come up with a thorough roundup of what needs cleaning this spring, Organic Housekeepers’ website has a deep cleaning checklist isolating cleaning specifics for specific areas of the home. Beyond vacuuming, dusting, cleaning toilet bowls, etc., deep cleaning involves general duties such as vacuuming furniture, fireplaces and window treatments, actually mov-

ing furniture and appliances to clean behind them, wiping down picture frames and glass, cleaning light fixtures, wiping down walls and treating leather furniture.

TIME IN THE KITCHEN For a thorough clean, the kitchen is the area of the house where you can expect to spend the most time. It includes cleaning the oven and stove and removing all dishes and kitchenware from cabinets to clean each piece and wipe down drawers and cabinet interiors. As a rule of thumb — especially if you’re busy — it’s best not to wait until the massive spring clean to tackle some of the kitchen upkeep.

“A tiny kitchen takes about 10 hours to get everything clean,” Szurgot says. “You don’t want to wait until once a year or twice a year to clean behind your fridge or your oven.”

The best cleaning tool is “elbow grease.” But don’t hesitate to add some vinegar and baking soda to your efforts.

IF I’M IN THE BATHROOM BRUSHING MY TEETH AND I NOTICE, ‘OH, THE SINK’S DIRTY,’ BOOM, I CAN CLEAN IT RIGHT THEN. I LIKE TO CLEAN THE SHOWER WHEN I’M IN THE SHOWER.” CAPITALIZING ON CLOSETS AND CUBBIES During the wardrobe and equipment transition that inevitably takes place in the spring time — something you will obviously find time to do regardless of how busy you are, unless you plan to stare at your skis all summer or run around in wooly boots in July — there is a prime opportunity to clean those oft-forgotten storage spaces where bikes and bikinis are kept.

“Putting the ski gear away and pulling out the bike gear, moving all that stuff — it’s a good time to clean. The garage, too, is another place that needs cleaning.

Over the winter, it’s gathering up all the mag chloride —you’re dragging all of that through the house,” Szurgot says.

It’s also a prime time to clean your decks, patios and grills — they’ve been outside getting dirty all winter, so they’re always on the spring-cleaning list.

MORE CLEANING TIPS FOR SPRING BUSYBODIES The Globe and Mail recently pointed out common mistakes made while cleaning, all of which are even more likely when you’re trying to juggle a spring clean with all of your other responsibilities.

• For stains, people often try to scrub them out, when really soaking them in soda water and blotting them will do the trick.

Szurgot also recommends “letting the product do the cleaning” and leaving toilet bowl and tub cleaner on the porcelain overnight to soak, as well as oven cleaner on for a few hours, to ensure the grease lifts off more easily. As for products, Szurgot recommends a vegetable-based line called Bon Ami. • Wear gloves. Even if you’re

using more natural products, they’re still hard on the hands.

• Vacuum baseboards before wiping, and vacuum parallel to them so as not to shove dust and dirt underneath. Make sure you have a decent vacuum that’s picking up dirt and not just moving it around.

• Don’t forget to clean in high places. Cobwebs gather in upper corners, and fans grow a thick coat of dust over the winter.

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Epic Consultants, LLC (970) 328-3456

Christine Pearson Real Estate (970) 544-4057

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Forsythe Appraisals, Inc. (516) 238-6495 Four Seasons Realty, LLC (970) 926-5990

Colorado Appraisal Group Garton Real Estate (970) 328-1534 (970) 524-4116 Berkshire Hathaway Colorado Mtn & City Gary Harder, Appraiser EDW Homes (719) 337-1692 (970) 926-8440 (303) 841-6618 Gary Shields, Appraiser Berkshire Hathaway - ER Colorado Valuation (970) 328-7735 (970) 328-2482 Consultants Gateway Land & (303) 238-8626 Berkshire Hathaway - GYP Development - Edwards (970) 524-1150 Commercial Broker (970) 926-6777 Associates Berkshire Hathaway - LH Gateway Land & (303) 771-4500 (970) 476-2482 Development - Vail CORE Realty Advisors Berkshire Hathaway - VM (970) 790-6777 (720) 833-5933 (970) 845-8700 Gore Creek Properties Crystal Watson, Broker Beth Runyon, Broker Real Estate (970) 509-9664 (970) 390-9991 (970) 479-2858 D. O’Neill Enterprises, Inc. Beveridge Real Estate Grimaldi International R.E. (970) 390-8228 (970) 328-7444 (970) 926-0029 Dalco Realty, Ltd. Black Diamond Real Havlik Realty, Inc (970) 328-7272 Estate LLC (970) 949-0528 (800) 862-5105 Dan Zabel Realty HBM Real Estate (303) 688-8825 Black Diamond Realty (708) 380-4890 (970) 476-4414 Danielle Stoltz, Broker Heather Hutto, Broker Bradley & Associates R.E. (970) 977-0560 (970) 260-3779 (720) 733-8888 Dantas Colorado Heather Stolz, Broker Properties Inc Brandess-Cadmus Real (970) 477-0241 (970) 376-6111 Estate Helen M. Gies, Broker (970) 476-1450 Dauphinais Real Estate, Inc. (970) 390-3455 (970) 476-9112 Brian Reske, Broker High Country Realty, Inc. (317) 374-6700 Davos Group Vail (866) 376-8807 (970) 376-8245 Brooke Ferris Vail Real High Life Properties, LLC Estate Distinguished Properties (970) 926-6097 (970) 376-0531 Realty Highmark Real Estate (970) 926-3777 Buckner Matthews (970) 343-0703 (970) 331-3377 DMG Appraisal Services Hoffman West Real Estate (970) 569-3911 Buyer’s Investment (970) 926-6000 Group,LLC Donald L. Horst, Broker (970) 926-2305 Home Buyers Marketing (970) 471-1737 II, Inc Byron Vail Homes Double Diamond Real (888) 566-7737 (267) 799-8301 Estate Independence Realty & (970) 376-7979 C & B Real Estate Co., Property (970) 926-8709 Driver Development (877) 604-9088 (970) 904-5708 Carl H. Luppens, Broker J.F. Real Estate (303) 394-1400 Eagle County Assessor (970) 904-2002 (970) 328-8640 Cary Realty James Trudeau, Appraiser (970) 688-1275 EagleVail Realty & (970) 390-0961 Management Century 21 Mountain John Krueger, Broker (970) 331-0387 Luxury (970) 926-1858 (970) 333-9318 Ebert Appraisal Services, Jon Reid Lindner Real Inc. Century 21 Mountains Estate (970) 949-9615 (970) 668-2121 (970) 331-6111 Elizabeth D. Macleod, Chateauneuf Realty LLC Katherine Dodds, Broker Appraiser (970) 479-7333 (970) 390-8981 (970) 926-7817 Cherry Creek Mtn. Katherine McCarty, Broker Emshwiller Residential R.E. Properties (970) 471-2276 (970) 618-1495 (970) 459-4019

Keller Williams Mtn Properties (970) 328-2327 Keller Williams Mtn Properties (970) 476-1600 Ken Wilson Broker LLC (970) 390-1320 Kim Tofferi, Broker (970) 390-4701 King Realty (970) 688-4843 KKS Property Mngmnt & RE Sales (970) 328-6890 Landreth Companies LLC (970) 361-1800 Lindvall Mountain Real Estate (970) 390-2695 LIV Sotheby’s Int Realty BC (970) 845-0400 LIV Sothebys Intl Realty Ed (970) 748-5150 Lodge Real Estate (970) 754-7814 Lynn Gregg (970) 390-0681 Madison & Co Properties Ltd. (303) 771-3850 Majestic Real Estate (303) 877-5645 Mayer Properties, L.L.C. (303) 579-2167 McNeill Property Management (970) 479-6047 Minturn Real Estate & Development (970) 376-2167

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Mountain Living Realty (970) 331-9560

Robert Kendall, Broker (970) 470-3953

Mountain Properties Real Estate (970) 949-5474

Robinson Mitchell & Assoc. LLC (970) 477-2153

Mountain Valley (970) 926-5692

Rocky Christopher Real Estate (970) 476-7990

Mountain Valley Property Management (970) 390-9664 Mountain West Appraisal Inc. (970) 704-6171

Rocky Mtn. Valuation Services (970) 390-5143 Ron Amass, Broker (970) 390-5827

Mountain West Real Estate (970) 476-0500

Ron Byrne & Associates R.E. (970) 476-1987

My Mountain Realty, LLC (970) 477-1984

Rossi Realty (970) 376-4269

NAI Mountain Commercial (970) 476-6415

Sandy Apps, Broker (970) 390-0100

Nancy F. Maxon, Appraiser (970) 926-2262 Nancy Lipsky & Co (970) 328-5551

Savage Appraisal Services (970) 845-2200 Scanlan Real Estate Group, LLC (970) 331-4292

Skihomes.com (512) 740-7762 SkyHigh Properties (970) 331-1181 Slifer Management Co., Inc. (970) 926-7911 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Arrowhead (970) 926-3000 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Avon (970) 845-2000 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ BC (970) 949-5811 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ BG (970) 845-2300 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Bridge (970) 476-2421 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Charter (970) 845-3815 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Cordillera (970) 926-3505 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Eagle (970) 328-2550

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Steve Hill Mtn. Properties (970) 926-7701

Tim Cashin, Realtor, Inc. (970) 390-8462

Vail Mountain Real Estate (970) 949-6349

Steven J Pier, Appraiser (970) 328-2066

Timbers Real Estate Co. (970) 477-8030

Stockmans Land Exchange (970) 328-7500

Todd M. Keleske, Broker (970) 390-0070

Vail Property Brokerage, Inc (970) 476-8850

Sullivan/Nicholas & Co. (970) 476-4405

Torrey Tulley Benson, Broker (720) 284-8045

Sun N’ Ski Properties, LLC (970) 949-4840

Tri-Star Realty (949) 276-7325

Susie Huxford, Broker (970) 331-3373

Trombetta Mountain Real Estate (970) 390-1115

Suzanne J. Dugan, Broker (970) 376-4994 Swanepoel Enterprises LLC (970) 376-2201

Turner Real Estate Group (970) 926-4910

Terry Krueger, Broker (970) 306-6810

Two Rivers Village Realty (970) 368-4401

Solaris Real Estate, LLC (970) 479-6000

The Appraisal Office, Inc. (970) 926-1650

Sonnenalp Real Estate, LLC (970) 477-5300

The Mercury Alliance Mtn. Prop (970) 927-3662

United Country Colorado Mtn Prop (970) 328-6600

SPI Property Management Inc. (970) 479-5444

The Valley Home Store, LLC (970) 328-8776

Stephen Polston, Broker (888) 566-7737

Thurston Real Estate (970) 471-3444

Vail Holm Brokers (970) 471-3333 Vail Home Rentals, Inc. (970) 748-5016

Villages Real Estate (970) 390-6125 Vistar Real Estate, Inc. (970) 476-6223 Walter Realty Group, Inc. (970) 926-5748

Vail Real Estate and Homes LLC (970) 315-0326

Trotter Real Estate LLC (970) 524-8323

Vail Buyer Brokers (970) 471-1190

Vail Property Sales & Mgmt (970) 926-5252

Valuation Consultants, Inc. (970) 949-4898

Wells Fargo Bank (303) 329-2129

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