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COLORADO DREAM HOME Local buyers focus on location and style

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it’s extraordinary here This magnificent two-level penthouse offers spectacular views of the Vail Valley, and a double height living room featuring picture perfect walls of windows as well as an elegant stairway. The masterfully designed and furnished interior features subtle earth tones, grays and taupes that highlight the rich warm glow of natural wood and granite.

The master suite with mountain views and a private balcony make you one with the Rockies. The spacious family room offers games, media and elbow room for all—it is the perfect setting for your family and friends to experience the best of Vail.

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ocated directly on Chateau Skiway, this magnificent ski-in/ski-out estate claims flawless views of the slopes and Beaver Creek’s charming village. Boasting over 10,000 SF, the six bedroom, ten bath residence encompasses all that one desires. The home features soaring great room ceilings, formal dining, library, study, indoor/outdoor swimming pool, and a ski room with perfect access. Inside the secure gates, one enjoys the convenience of private slope-side amenities offered by The Chateau Beaver Creek and the legendary Splendido restaurant.

he Only One. 366 Hanson Ranch Road is a single family home uniquely positioned in the core of Vail and steps to Gondola One. The seven bedroom, designer decorated 8,900 SF residence is a rare opportunity to own the Village’s best location.

A once in a lifetime opportunity.

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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COLORADO DREAM HOME Local buyers focus on location and style

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O N T H E C OV E R Photo by Ron Ruscio Photography Known as Waterstone, this local home was designed by RKD Architects. The angular forms are connected by bridges that link “pods,” allowing the occupants to be close to the environment in almost every room. rkdarch.com

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hings are heating up, and we’re not talking about the weather.

Welcome to February — it’s going to be a big one. This month the Vail Valley hosts tens of thousands of visitors for the 2015 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships. Even more than that will tune in to the races from around the globe; they’ll inevitably catch a glimpse of Beaver Creek’s incredible course, and Vail’s nightlife lineup. It’s a good time live here.

The luxury home market is thriving, and buyers know what they want.

Location, location, location, of course — as well as contemporary style and mountain comfort. Vail and its environs have plenty to offer in that regard, with homes that are tucked away in private gullies, or hold court on the side of a ski run, or command a view of the tee box. Read our story on what buyers want, and discover what’s hot and where.

The local market is getting more competitive. It’s a good time to 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 our REALTORS can help you prioritize your needs, in order to find your best-case scenario.

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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

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How’s the Market?

While we are still waiting for the final sales tally of 2014, it is safe to say that the year reflected a tipping point in the Vail real estate market. Valley-wide sales crossed the $1.5 billion mark in November for the first time since 2008. The Town of Vail witnessed a number of notable transactions, highlighted by three sales of $18,500,000 and above, numbers we had not seen in our market. The core resort areas of Vail Village and Lionshead witnessed sales prices/square foot approaching, and sometimes exceeding, those in the heyday of 2007/08. Select condominiums and single family homes traded last year as high as $2,800-$2,900/sf. While not yet reflective of the overall market, sales trends in Vail tend to set the bar for the rest of the Vail Valley, and I expect we will see this activity flow to other luxury niches in the New Year. Stay tuned… it’s going to be interesting!

For more details, including a summary of notable sales, please see my Luxury Market Update at www.ledgardner.com.

My personal thanks for this opportunity to be of service to you and your family.

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Unique finds for the home.

34 ADDING SOME VA VA VOOM

20 FACTS & FIGURES

A quick look at home and homebuying trends.

22 LOCAL DESIGN, DEFINED

Vail and Beaver Creek maintain ‘Chalet Chic.’

26 LOCAL FIRM, INTERNATIONAL APPEAL

RKD Architects shortlisted in Londonbased design awards.

30 LIGHTEN UP

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Air plants are lively, fresh and fun.

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Creating a romantic bedroom that can heat things up.

38 IN THEIR BOOTS

Western painter Carrie Fell’s wild world of downhill skiing.

42 BEFORE & AFTER

EagleVail kitchen gets an upgrade.

46 DOWNVALLEY Q&A

Four questions with Cynthia Forstmann of Allegory Studios.

48 FACES & PLACES

Around town at parties, events and more.

54 NEIGHBORHOD SPOTLIGHT

72 WANTED: DREAM HOMES

58 PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT

78 SNAPSHOTS OF HISTORY

60 PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT

89 REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE

62 MARKET REPORT

100 SERVICE DIRECTORY

The Vail Valley hosts the world for the Alpine World Ski Championships.

The joy of ski-in/ski-out living.

The excellence of detail in a private, albeit close, estate.

The local market is becoming more competitive.

When looking for a property, Vail Valley buyers focus on location and style.

Then and now at the 7W Guest Ranch.

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

An extensive list of local professionals, brokers

and REALTORS®.

NORTHWOODS A14 SKI-IN SKI-OUT ELEGANCE

2710 Square Feet | 5 bedroom | 4.5 bathroom

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.

Offered fully furnished at $6,200,000.

Eustaquio Cortina 970.471.0626 | cortina.eustaquio@outlook.com

CORDILLERA | 79 RODEO 5-bedroom | 4.5-bath | $1,450,000 Pam Horan-Kates | 970.569.6504 | phorankates@slifer.net

WOLCOTT | 21900 HIGHWAY 6 4-bedroom | 4.5-bath | $2,480,000 Paul Gotthelf | 970.479.5776 | pgotthelf@slifer.net

BEAVER CREEK | 220 NORTH FAIRWAY DRIVE 6-bedroom | 7-bath | $2,900,000 Dana Correia | 970.845.3848 | dcorreia@slifer.net

EAGLE RANCH | 255 FOURTH OF JULY ROAD 4-bedroom | 4.5-bath | $849,000 Kim Bradley | 970.328.2550 | kbradley@slifer.net

ARROWHEAD | ALPINE CLUB 303 3-bedroom | 3-bath | $1,690,000 Happy Power | 970.479.5767 | hpower@slifer.net Mary Ann Koson | 970.331.3475 | makoson@slifer.net

VAIL VILLAGE | VAIL VILLAGE PLAZA CONDOS 27 4-bedroom | 3-bath | $5,675,000 Paul Gotthelf | 970.479.5776 | pgotthelf@slifer.net Chelsea Winters | 970.477.5715 | cwinters@slifer.net

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Helping People LIVE LOCAL for Over 50 Years

BACHELOR GULCH | 3712 DAYBREAK RIDGE 5-bedroom | 8-bath | $11,500,000 Catherine Jones Coburn | 970.390.1706 | cjones@slifer.net

BEAVER CREEK RESORT | 52 HIGHLINE DRIVE 4-bedroom | 5-bath | $2,995,000 Catherine Jones Coburn | 970.390.1706 | cjones@slifer.net

BACHELOR GULCH | 256 TALL TIMBER 6-bedroom | 10-bath | $8,695,000 Ric Souto | 970.477.5707 | rsouto@slifer.net

BEAVER CREEK | 1052 STRAWBERRY PARK ROAD 5-bedroom | 7-bath | $9,995,000 Scott Skelton | 970.845.3813 | sskelton@slifer.net

BACHELOR GULCH | HUMMINGBIRD LODGE A203 3-bedroom + den | 3.5-bath | $2,300,000 Bob McCormick | 970.845.2312 | bmccormick@slifer.net

AVON | WESTIN RIVERFRONT RESORT AND SPA 451 3-bedroom | 3.5-bath | $1,999,999 Susan Diasparra |970.845.3849 | susand@slifer.net

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DESIGN & STYLE

by KELLI HOLTZ

N Sunny Spots FRENCH COUNTRY was

the concept for this kitchen designed by Elegant Cabinetry & Design. Beautiful inset cabinetry paired with marble countertops and whitewashed floors create a simple yet romantic design.

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ow that winter has

carte blanche, we settle indoors and enjoy those cozy nights spent with the ones we love.

And what is more romantic than storytelling with tales of travel?

Small accents around your home can say a lot about where you’ve been and what interests you.

Take, for example, this butterfly shadow box from Deyrolle in Paris. It’s a wonderful souvenir from one of the most unusual shops in Paris — and a unique home accessory. Maybe you don’t have international travel on the books this year, but you can still update with a glamorous chandelier inspired

by The City of Lights. Or maybe your style is a little more traditional; explore the French Country style in coffee table books, paintings or cozy pillows. Au revoir!

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New Construction with Breathtaking Gore Range Views

1475 BUFFEHR CREEK ROAD | VAIL 4 Beds | 6 Baths | 5,311 Sq. Ft | $5,100,000 1475BuffehrCreek.com

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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Custom Cabinets THIS SOOTHING FRENCH COUNTRY BATHROOM

has the perfect balance of warmth and light.

See Elegant Cabinetry in Avon for its large selection of cabinet styles and finishes.

Ironwood Townhome #3 | Beaver Creek Ski in ski out townhome overlooking golf course

The Aspens Townhome #3 | Beaver Creek Unique co-ownership opportunity

Under Contract $2,285,000 4 Bed | 5 Bath | 2,949 sq. ft.

25% Co-Ownership $550,000 4 Bed + Den | 5 Bath | 3,109 sq. ft.

Highlands Westview #307 | Beaver Creek $1,495,000 Ski in ski out turnkey condominium 3 Bed + Loft | 4 Bath | 2,061 sq. ft.

Residences at Park Hyatt | Beaver Creek 2054 Week 1 plus 10 floating days

Fractional Ownership $195,000 3 Bed | 3.5 Bath | 1,953 sq. ft.

Marla J. Hillerich | (970)390-7049 | Marla@Vail.net Over 14 years of experience. Dedicated to deliver the very best. www.VailBeaverCreekProperties.com BHHSColoradoProperties.com | 6 Offices | 95 Brokers | Vacation Rentals | Since 1971 A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC

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Parisian Dreams THE CITY OF LIGHTS inspires glamour in these chandeliers.

Check out Vail Lights in EagleVail for everything from traditional to modern fixtures.

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

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Furniture-style design features Open shelving Dramatic wallpaper Modern traditional style Interesting ceilings Luxe metallic Touch-me textures Sleek black Minimal wall cabinets Repetitive patterns Tribal-inspired tones Vertical-joint wood paneling Shaker style

A cricket on the hearth is a symbol of good luck.

R E M O D E L I N G?

10 THINGS TO ASK YOUR CONTRACTOR 1. What is our schedule?

2. Who will be here every day?

3. How will you protect my property?

4. How will you communicate with me?

5. What part of my project concerns you?

6. What will happen if there is a change order?

7. How will you let me know I need to make a decision?

8. How do I reach you after hours?

9. When do I need to be available to meet?

10. What kind of documentation will I receive when the project is done?

“EVERY GREAT ARCHITECT IS — NECESSARILY — A GREAT POET. HE MUST BE A GREAT ORIGINAL INTERPRETER OF HIS TIME, HIS DAY, HIS AGE.” FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT 20

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SOURCES: NATIONAL HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION, HOUZZ AND HOUSE BEAUTIFUL

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eaver Creek Come for the racing... Stay for a lifetime Village Hall R10 | 1784 SF | $1,299,000

55 Holden Road | 6758 SF | $5,499,000

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453 Holden | 7662 SF | $7,150,000

66 Village Walk | 4396 SF | $6,475,000

STYLE TRENDS

LOCAL DESIGN, DEFINED Vail and Beaver Creek maintain ‘Chalet Chic’

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of international visitors, Vail and Beaver Creek have a pretty defined local style.

Tamara Fraser, designer for Worth Interiors, shares that while accessories are always clientdriven, mountain comfort amidst modern detailing is here to stay.

“Some people dig horns, some people like bone, some people like wood, or silver; it just depends on the client,” she says. “But I am definitely seeing more modern styles — not overly modern like metal and glass and hard surfaces that are uncomfortable — but comfortable homes that you can

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live in and play in and relax in.”

Like the mountains themselves, the structures and styles in the valley are of mixed materials. Stone meets wood and leather meets cashmere, bringing structure and aesthetic in with livability.

“Everything is made out of mixed materials,” says Natalie Andl, principle designer at Andl Interiors. “And it’s not just the home and what’s in it, but what’s around it, too.”

Hardwood floors with radiant heating are all over, from styles that range from modern to historical to reclaimed. Alongside the wood you’ll see stone from local quarries, flagstone

on the outdoor walkway and limestone on countertops and framing the fireplace.

Fraser and Andl both agree that faux fur defines classy comfort in most of the valley’s mountain homes. They both like throws and pillows, and Fraser has found use of faux fur beanbags in kids’ and family rooms.

Faux fur softens furniture,

just like the substantial-yet-cozy offerings from Ted Boerner, which Fraser says Worth uses to outfit homes a lot. The furniture uses both leather and upholstery to keep both style and comfort in mind.

“His furniture has a really modern look, but walks the line between traditional and new really well,” she says.

PHOTOS COURTESY WORTH INTERIORS AND ANDL INTERIORS

by KIM FULLER

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124 SPRING PLACE | LAKE CREEK | $2,695,000 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3744 sf, a gourmet kitchen with Arclinea cabinetry, oversized 3 car garage, spectacular master suite with a private deck, room to expand and add guest quarters and much more! Call for a private tour.

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And besides the living room and bedroom sets in most valley homes, you’ll find rod iron or horn picture frames to hold family memories — just as important as the nostalgia that comes from embroidered linen tea towels in both the powder room and the kitchen, which can be changed with the seasons.

Gorsuch and Slifer Designs are known for their quintessential Vail accessories, like sets of bone cutlery and silver candleholders.

Colorado artisans rhelp define local styles. Walk around the Vail Famers’ Market in the summer and you’ll come across Alpine Wine Design.

Brad Evans works out of the

Denver area, making bottle holders, coat racks and even small tables out of old barrels.

Local art galleries hold a lot of gems as well. Western artists and their sculptures or paintings are still found in local homes and businesses, especially the staples like Carrie Fell and Gib Singleton.

Andl says the “Chalet Chic” that has become a norm for the area just means that the styles are a combination of traditional, rustic, stylish and modern, but they are all very custom.

“Everybody wants everything custom,” she says.

“These are not cookie-cutter homes, so everything has to be customized and tailored to the custom homes.”

THESE ARE NOT COOKIE-CUTTER HOMES, SO EVERYTHING HAS TO BE CUSTOMIZED AND TAILORED TO THE CUSTOM HOMES.”

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ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

LOCAL FIRM, INTERNATIONAL APPEAL RKD Architects shortlisted in the London-based International Design and Architecture Awards

by KIMBERLY NICOLETTI

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earned its latest international recognition through The International Design Awards.

Generated from the Londonbased design et al magazine, The International Design and Architecture Awards chooses 10 cutting-edge homes in 16 categories, broken down by price range and special

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classifications, such as city space, office, regeneration, ski chalet and beach house.

The committee handpicked four homes built by RKD for its top 10 finalists.

“We want to reward the best in interior design, architecture and innovation from around the world,” according to the Londonbased website. “Our aim is to commend design, recognize

talent, create opportunities and quite simply to offer inspiration.”

Once the finalists are selected, voting is open internationally, through the internet. The winners will be announced at a banquet in London in September, which Jack Snow and Sally Brainerd, owners of RKD Architects, plan to attend.

“It was a bit of a surprise that they even reached out to us and asked us to submit,” Snow says.

“Then to be shortlisted in three categories, with four different projects was really amazing.”

He completed two of his projects, the Waterstone project, in Edwards, and the Rocky Mountain Home, in the Vail area, in the early 2000s. Waterstone is aptly named, as he designed it around water, connecting three “pods” by glass bridges. The Rocky Mountain Home features a

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clean, modern look with simple concrete forms and an elevator shaft used to enter the home.

The Valhalla, in the Lake Tahoe area, was completed in 2011 and features dynamic shapes, with a curved roofline wedge-like forms.

His fourth shortlisted project, the Green Fin, backs a golf course in Edina, Minn., and is built with only the healthiest home materials — and even designs, in terms of grounding electromagnetic fields in concrete — in mind.

Since Snow and his wife, Brainerd, founded RKD in Vail in 1990, he has always

challenged himself to push beyond the habit of falling back into “styles.” He views architecture as “an overall sculpture shape that has to be rethought,” he says.

“Our work is always changing and evolving, so it is great that The International Design and Architecture Awards selected projects from across the spectrum of the designs that we have been creating,” Snow says. “There is shared DNA in all of our projects, but they really represent a diverse body of work.”

RKD’s work is now found all across the country, though

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most of the portfolio remains in the resorts of the Rocky Mountains, Lake Tahoe, Nevada and Park City, Utah.

Of course, this isn’t the first time RKD Architects has been recognized for its unique structures, which blend environmentally friendly concepts with cutting-edge design work.

In October 2006, Architecture Digest featured an RKD project as part of its “Homes from

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“It is great that people in the national and regional markets are starting to notice and appreciate what we do,” says Snow, adding: “I’ve got decades of ideas ahead of me.”

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INDOOR GARDENING

LIGHTEN UP Air plants are lively, fresh and fun

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Air Plant Décor Trends Air plants can add life to any interior design style along the full spectrum of tastes from traditional to modern to quirky.

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so it’s possible to pair plants artfully against backgrounds or in containers to create interesting color combinations.

Since air plants are able to grow in an untraditional way, they can be placed in surprising locations and in a variety of containers that might not work well for other houseplants. In general, air plants have the most interesting design

effects when they’re displayed in a way that shows off their ability to live without soil. A few design-savvy ideas include: • Suspend air plants in clear glass containers from a window frame or ceiling.

• Create a vertical arrangement of air plants in containers fixed to a wall along a hallway or stairway.

• Arrange air plants in an open terrarium with other accent pieces, such as bark, sand or shells.

• Place air plants in nontraditional containers, such as in brightly colored crocheted plant pods or in repurposed containers, such as jars or candleholders.

• Magnetize a light plastic container to display an air

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Houseplants such as air plants add life and warmth to interior spaces when a lot of outdoor plants and grasses are buried beneath the snow for the winter. There are also health benefits associated with having plants growing in your home, including improved air quality and increased humidity, which is important in this high and dry climate.

Plus, those who care for plants can also experience the psychological boost that comes along with tending to a living thing through the winter season.

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plant in an unexpected location, such as on a refrigerator or filing cabinet. • Place air plants directly on a driftwood arrangement to create a natural interest piece.

Air Plant Care More than 650 types of air plants can grow and thrive without soil, and although a great variety of air plants exist, they require similar growing conditions and care. As their

name suggests, air plants like and need air, so make sure they have plenty of air circulation. Air plants thrive in warm, humid environments, so it’s important to keep them in a warm location in a house, such as near a southfacing window where they can receive bright, indirect light.

Mist air plants regularly with filtered water in a sprayer, and periodically fertilizer with a liquid plant fertilizer added

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In dry environments such as this one, misting air plants as the only means of watering may be insufficient. If the plant is losing its happy, healthy look, submerge it completely in water for about 30 minutes, and then gently shake it upside

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BEDROOMS

ADDING SOME VA VA VOOM Creating a romantic bedroom that can heat things up

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are the perfect time to spark some heat in the bedroom. It’s also a good month, as Cupids fly around bending their bows, to take a fresh look at your bedroom and see if it’s everything you want it to be — and more — when it comes to inspiring romance.

Let’s face it: Environment goes a long way in achieving a romantic atmosphere. If the bedroom’s a place where dirty socks and excess clutter pile up, her mood may go the way of old-fashioned laundry chutes: down. And if bills, papers or random pictures and decorations that haven’t quite

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found their place stack up in the bedroom, it can be a buzz kill.

Step one: Declutter To approach your bedroom more objectively with a new vision, consider what a neighbor would think about your bedroom if she walked in. Would she find it oh, so romantic, with soft and sexy touches, or would she discover that it’s a room full of unfinished business?

If she’d choose option one, stop reading this story and start getting down to business, if you know what I mean. If she’d choose option two, keep reading, then get down to business —

the other kind of business.

You know the sleep docs’ recommendations: Use your bed for only two things. It might be helpful to extend this wisdom into the entire room; avoid using it as a workplace or a storage room (even under the bed; you may not be able to see the clutter, but you know it’s there).

Then, scan furniture. Are tops of dressers crammed with décor — sometimes leftover from the best you showcase in the main living area of your home? If so, pick the things you most love and place them tastefully on top, then donate or find another living space for the others.

Step two: Lighting If your main lighting is not on dimmers, place that on your wish list.

“Lighting is key,” says Vicki Glotzer, design director for Worth Home in Vail. “Rather than direct light, have more ambient lamps that spread light rather than focus, like a spotlight. Lights definitely have to be dimmable.”

Elizabeth Basso, owner of Basso Interiors, Inc. in Eagle, recommends placing lamps in various areas of the room, rather than using ceiling lights.

A simple way to introduce soft lighting involves candlelight.

Aromatic candles add both

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flicker and scent; Glotzer loves Nest’s Moroccan Amber and Exotic Woods candles.

Of course, a fireplace provides a sense of coziness in a bedroom.

While not all bedrooms come complete with gas fireplaces, some couples opt to remodel and install fireplaces; Page Slevin, a Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties, has recently worked with clients who set fireplaces into dry stack in their bedrooms.

Step three: Color and texture A relatively simple way to refresh your bedroom comes through color. Basso recommends soft, muted colors like dusty plums or even a soft aqua palette, on both walls and/or as accents.

Slevin leans toward burgundy and reminds people that coloring walls isn’t just limited to paint; modern wallcoverings offer a plethora of looks and feels and can definitely add texture.

Drapery can become a dramatic aspect of a bedroom, be it in lofty, sheer panels or heavier velvets or linens.

“Drapery can soften the environment and also helps to control it (in terms of privacy),” Glotzer says.

Another application comes in the form of sheer drapery panels mounted from the ceiling, over the bed, so they flow down, around the edges to create a special, intimate sense of privacy.

Bedding, drapery, pillows, throws: These are all additional places to add texture, and Glotzer says texture is key in creating romantic bedrooms. She likes using fuzzy faux fur, alpaca or cashmere blankets and throws.

“Layering makes it cozy,” Basso says.

And when it comes to bedding, high quality, soft sheets and comforters are key. Basso loves Coyuchi organic sheets. Renata Rusinova, owner of Renata’s

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sanctuary. Take some time this month to honor it, be it through sexy artwork, essential oils, soft fabrics, or anything that delights your sensual side.

Step four: The frills There are so many ways to add accents in romantic bedrooms; it all comes down to personal taste. However, there are usually two more universal elements in creating romance: music and flowers.

“Music is such an important element in creating a soothing environment,” Glotzer says.

And delicate flowers near the bedside can warm a woman’s heart.

Other elements include adding a little sparkle, Basso says, in the form of silver trays, crystal glass, perfume bottles and small mirrors, all of which reflect soft lighting.

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GALLERY ART

IN THEIR BOOTS Western painter Carrie Fell brings slopeside fans into the wild, slightly unhinged world of downhill skiing

by PHIL LINDEMAN

“Strong Adherence” Acrylic/oil on canvas 25”x50”

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the 2015 World Alpine Ski Championships, Carrie Fell has collectors all over the United States. Her artwork has been a staple of local galleries for the past decade, and she opened her own gallery in Solaris 4 years ago. She has fans everywhere, including collectors who have supposedly “run out of wall space,” but keep making room when they see a new piece.

“When I first started working for Carrie Fell, I thought most of our collectors would be from Texas because of the Westernthemed work, but I place a lot of art throughout Vail, and the interiors run the gamut

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from traditional to extremely modern,” says Elaine Waddell, Carrie Fell Gallery director.

For many, visiting the gallery has become a tradition on their ski vacations. In fact, Fell often does commissioned family portraits. They are in the style of her other work, meaning the facials details are minimal. And yet family members are able to distinguish who is who based on “the stance” of each subject.

People are drawn to Fell’s color and movement.

“It doesn’t matter if it’s one of the Western genre pieces, one of our abstracts or something new Carrie is trying out,” says Waddell.

“People walk in our gallery and

are moved and excited by her art. It just makes them happy.”

Downhill skiing is inherently insane. And Carrie Fell knows this.

No, really, set aside the adrenaline and artistry and Aksel Lund Svindal’s jawline to think on it: Skiers of every age and ability — not just globe-trotting Olympians like Svindal — are a touch crazy. They’re crazy for choosing craggy peaks over sun-drenched beaches. They’re crazy for tempting life and limb to notch a few exhilarating turns.

They’re crazy for simply shoving their toes inside a bulky, rigid, Inquisition-style ski boot.

Carrie Fell knows all this. Skiing is in her blood, so to speak: Like

a good Colorado native, she spent her childhood on the slopes. Her first taste of Vail powder came in the ’70s, some two decades before a vibrant, almost dreamlike take on Western art made her something of a local celebrity.

Now Fell turns that eye for rustic Americana on the 2015 World Alpine Ski Championships.

Her official series of downhillinspired pieces, titled “The Competitive Edge,” is wildly removed from a frontier milieu of cowboys and chuck wagons.

“I have such a hard time wrapping my head around the physical aspect of skiing,” Fell says from her Denver studio, the Front Range counterpart to her

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“Yes, I am a skier, but no matter how many videos I watch and how many photos I see, I can’t understand the desire to stand at the top of the gate and get ready to ski a sheet of ice.”

Yet Fell still watches in awe.

Despite the palpable insanity of plummeting headlong down a steep, tree-lined alley covered in bulletproof snow, she can hardly turn away. It’s the mystifying mentality shared by sports fans the world over: We look on as top athletes tempt the near-impossible and, when drive and talent and downright chutzpah align, it touches a sort of collective nerve.

“I wanted to capture the attention of the fan, the bystander, the people who

see these very disciplined and intense athletes,” Fell said.

“I think most people really admire that, but they’re seeing it from such a far distance. With these pieces, I wanted them to be brought directly into that world. They can almost imagine being that person.”

The wish fulfillment isn’t all rippling quads and airbrushed cheekbones. (Leave that for Svindal’s inevitable “Outside” cover shoot.) Like most of her work, each skier in the 2015 series is faceless. There’s a method to the artistic madness: By melding dozens of top-tier pros on the same canvas — Lindsey Vonn’s powerful tuck here, Ted Ligety’s surgical edging there — pieces like “Effective Edge” showcase

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“Athletes should prove to us that with a strong desire, we can

have anything we want; we can achieve anything we want to achieve,” Fell says. “They can become symbols of that, and through my art, I want to reflect that back to the bystander, make them ask, ‘What is in me?’”

And if that’s insane, well, the world could use a taste of insanity. Carrie Fell knows this.

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REMODELING

BEFORE & AFTER EagleVail kitchen gets an upgrade

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make a lot of improvements to a small space, even when they’re working with a small budget.

The client in this EagleVail home brought in Andl Interiors to brighten up this quaint kitchen.

“She was looking for a big bang for her buck,” explains Natalie Andl, principle designer at Andl Designs. “So she wanted a really clean, farmhouse design, on a budget.”

Andl started by replacing the cabinets with Mid Continent maple cabinets with a white painted finish, and adding a white tile backsplash with a staggered brick layout.

“We brought the cabinets to the ceiling to make the room look taller,” Andl says.

“The white cabinets and tile reflect all the light.”

The kitchen’s ceiling fan was replaced by ceiling cans, which spread out the light effectively and created a sense of openness from floor to ceiling.

Eyes are also easily drawn upward by the reclaimed barn wood beam that was added over the entrance to the kitchen. The original celling came in a lot lower at the top of the doorframe, so they took out that original segment and added the new beam.

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SHE WANTED A REALLY CLEAN, FARMHOUSE DESIGN, ON A BUDGET.” “It’s a small kitchen — it’s definitely not a big space — and the wood beam really creates a nice detail,” she says.

The floor got a facelift too, with new hickory wood floors with radiant heat brought in to replace the tired tile.

Andl’s client wanted her to lighten and clean up the space, but to keep it functional.

So, instead of wood blocks, they went with granite.

“She’s got two kids, and she needs to be able to wipe things down easily, and not have to worry about scrubbing,” shares Andl about the granite countertops that were installed to add attractive detail and appeal to easy cleaning.

The farmhouse look came together with the addition of a chalkboard for jotting grocery notes, as well as a Kohler farmhouse-style bowl sink.

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The bar stools and a few of the original appliances were the only things that stayed through the remodel, Andl says, and everything else was gutted and completely changed.

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a brand development and marketing agency.

The company was founded by Cynthia Forstmann and her sister, Theresa Agresta, in 2001 in Washington D.C. In 2004, Forstmann moved her home base and her portion of Allegory to Eagle when her husband took a job opportunity here. Forstmann still lives in Eagle and is on the Eagle Chamber Board of Directors, but she has recently moved Allegory’s Colorado office to Avon. The agency works with local clients, as well as clients all over the country, on building brand stories and marketing platforms. Allegory is getting ready to launch a sister company this year, called Allegory Institute. vail valley home : Why did you move your company from Washington, D.C. to Eagle?

Crew shot from a client photo shoot at Sylvan Lake.

forstmann : At Allegory, we can work with clients around the world, from anywhere in the world. Even when I got here in 2004, I was able to sell/manage accounts and projects via email and phone. I would also hop on a plane to visit clients or attend conferences.

Today, the number of virtual tools (FaceTime, Skype, Google Hangouts, online meetings, cloud-based Apps/documents) further enhance the success of a consulting business in the valley.

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business and engaging in a professional career. vvh : What do you think gives Allegory Studios a positive edge in the industry? cf : What I think really sets us apart in terms of how we work to build a client’s brand and marketing program is we have always come from the place that your business is really about yourself and the people who work with you and for you. So a lot of the brand building work we have done has been really about “what is the unique culture of this organization or this group of people?” So “what is the

driving purpose?” or “how do we take this to the next level?”

A lot of marketing might be about products and services and benefits, but how do you get at that deeper place of uncovering what drives an organization, and what it’s like to do business with an organization?

We use an in-bound marketing platform with clients called HubSpot. We are a certified HubSpot agency partner and are running a lot of client marketing programs via that technology.

What is the future of Allegory Studios? cf : For many years, we have been using a cultural audit tool. And what we are launching this year is our own cultural audit tool, that is called The Story Code. It’s an vvh :

online survey that individuals and businesses and employees can take, that actually looks at the culture of their organization in terms of the archetypal stories that we uncover.

So, for a group of people, it measures how we treat each other, how we establish working routines, how we care for the environment, how we market ourselves how we approach our relationships with customers.

It looks at different indicators about what the underlying culture is at that organization.

I think that the culture conversation is really growing; you didn’t used to hear businesses talk about “what is the culture here?” but it definitely is a growing trend for companies that are looking

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THEY ARE ENCOURAGED TO LOOK AT WHETHER THEY OPERATE IN THE WORLD IN WAYS THAT ARE CONSISTENT WITH THEIR VALUES, AND WHETHER THAT IS THEN COMMUNICATED.”

Who are some of your local clients? cf : Eagle Yoga Fest is something that we do on a pro-bono basis, because that event supports a non-profit, and it’s a cause we believe in, so we have been working with Yvonne for two years on some of her marketing programs.

We also work with a company based in EagleVail, called DSC. It’s operated by Kathy Fort-Carty, and it’s a destination management firm.

She has had a business in the valley for almost 30 years, vvh :

and we’ve been working with DSC since 2008.

We are currently working with Shaeffer Hyde Construction, the former George Shaeffer Construction Company; David Hyde is now the president, and they have gone through some shifting in their brand and their brand messaging, as well as logo changes and things like that.

We worked with Walking Mountain Science Center.

They are an on-and-offagain client now, but we actually worked with them on their whole brand launch when they transitioned from the Gore Range Natural Science School. We still maintain a close relationship with them, and they call us in when they need a different type of expertise.

We have worked with Unique Venues, and did a number of branding initiatives with them several years ago. We also work with the Scarab in Minturn, and Dr. Eliza Klearman in Eagle.

Being a marketing agency in the digital age, we can work with people all over the world, but we definitely value the heart of the local business community and giving back to it. We do try to work with smaller businesses to get them up and going as well.

Visit allegorystudios.com for more information.

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to establish their brand, that are looking to promote their brand through social media.

More and more, companies and brands are looking at the whole picture. They are encouraged to look at whether they operate in the world in ways that are consistent with their values, and whether that is then communicated.

Allegory is at that same intersection, where the culture piece is getting bigger. That is why we are developing tools, specifically around culture, so that through Allegory Institute, we will start helping organizations — not necessarily on their branding or their marking program — but we’ll be giving them access to education on their culture, consistency and tools for improvement.

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FACES & PLACES Vail Mayor Andy Daly and his wife, Lucinda, were out supporting the US Ski Team in Beaver Creek during the Birds of Prey World Cup.

PREY FOR SPEED above: Out and about were Betty Ann Woodland, Sacha Kostick, Jillian Forbes and Jennifer Bruno. right: The Schleper Family celebrates upon hearing the news that the US Women’s Ski Team sweeps the podium in Lake Louise.

Lindsey Vonn took first place, Stacey Cook was in second and Julia Mancuso took third in the downhill in Lake Louise, Alberta.

above: Dr. Richard Steadman takes a moment for a photo during the FIS Beaver Creek World Cup in December. left: Jack and Kathleen Eck were on hand at the FIS Birds of Prey World Cup ski races in Beaver Creek.

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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Beaver Creek | Saddleridge Villas No. 1 & 2 | $4,400,000 5 Bedroom | 4.5 Bath | 4,871 sq. ft.

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The Divide at Cordillera | 267 El Mirador | $2,349,000 4 Bedroom | 5.5 Bath | 5,212 sq. ft.

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Beaver Creek | Elkhorn Lodge No. 110 | $1,285,000 3 Bedroom | 3.5 Bath | 1,735 sq. ft.

Andrew Keiser, 970-331-4695

Eagle Ranch | 85 W Foxglove Lane | $660,000 4 Bedroom | 4.5 Bath | 4,153 sq. ft.

Valerie Valene, 970-471-1424

Lionshead | Lion Square Lodge No. 209 | $2,959,000 2 Bedroom | 2 Bath | 1,560 sq. ft.

Steve Michonski, 970-331-4539

West Vail | 3001 Basingdale Blvd. | $1,155,000 4 Bedroom | 4.5 Bath | 2,453 sq. ft.

Jeffrey Cloonan, 970-445-8388

Beaver Creek | Villa Montane No. 215 | $2,195,000 4 Bedroom | 4 Bath | 2,480 sq. ft.

Andrew Keiser, 970-331-4695

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Western Artist Artist Paul Kethley, left, joins Marty Jones, Vail Valley HOME contributor and owner of Colorado Alpines & Wildflower Farm. The two were at the November holiday open house in the Wildflower Farm’s new gallery space.

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THE VAIL VALLEY

Welcome to Our Home Hosting the world for the Alpine World Ski Championships

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hen the entire

world comes to your home, you cannot just put out a few canapés, some bottles of wine, and say, “Welcome, help yourselves.” As the Vail Valley hosts the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships, and people from around the world gather to cheer and celebrate the joy and the thrill of sport,

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the preparations leading up to this monumental event have been going on for years.

The table’s been set with the good china and between Feb. 2 and Feb. 15, over 700 athletes from 70 nations will be competing in the Alpine World Ski Championships, and well over 200,000 guests will be experiencing the pomp and circumstance that accompanies

an event of this magnitude.

And while the ski racing is the centerpiece, the valley will be alight with planned activities such as free and ticketed concerts, artists’ performances, films, art exhibits and culinary events representing the best the United States has to offer. In addition to the visitors, there will be more than 750,000 viewers worldwide.

But this isn’t Vail Valley

Foundation’s first rodeo; they know what they’re doing. This is the type of exciting event our neighborhood thrives on — there is electricity in the air. The colors, the sights, the sounds — it’s a thrill, and one of the many reasons we live here. To ensure a smooth-running operation, not only for the racers but also the comfort of local residents, you need a fine touch. And since

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we’re entertaining in our own home, the host has it under control: The terrain for skiing at Beaver Creek Mountain will be 98 percent open to the public; there is free bus transportation running between Beaver Creek and Vail Village every 15 minutes; and Beaver Creek residents are offered VIP

tickets to the two racing events.

Long after the party is over, the community will be enjoying the new combination Centennial chairlift that boasts a 6-seat lift with every third chair offering a 10-person gondola. Introducing this new amenity to the mountain has increased the hill capacity by

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The sport of skiing and its growth are directly connected to the financial well-being of the Vail Valley, and the VVF views the celebration of the Alpine World Ski Championships, and all it brings to the local area, as priceless. Not only is the exposure a dynamic result of hosting this event, but it’s estimated that $650 million will be infused into the community by guests attending the event — quite a hostess gift that continues to

reinforce the vibrancy of Vail.

As the women are racing down Raptor run, and the men hit Birds of Prey (and the inside scoop is that the men consider this their favorite downhill anywhere in the world because it’s steep, it’s difficult and it’s fast) there are more than 2,500 volunteers making this event a success. It takes a village to host a worldwide event such as this, and we are a village that bands together to host one that will be a real doosey.

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PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT

1888 DAYB R E AK R I DGE

The Joy of Slopeside Mountain home living at its ski-in/ski-out finest

by KATHY FILGO

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f a true ski-in/ski-out

home is what you’re seeking — a home that not only puts you directly on the slopes but also presents the perfect après skiing gathering place — look no further than 1888 Daybreak Ridge.

This quintessential log home, nestled mid-mountain, is ideal for the congregating of family and friends. Located in the spectacular 1,400-acre gated community of Bachelor Gulch Village, directly on Beaver Creek

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Mountain, it makes wintertime an exceptionally special time. This home is precisely positioned on Bachelor Gulch Village’s own skirun, Easy Come Easy Go — very aptly named for the convenience of out-the-door skiing.

The immaculate home has a spacious, open great room and adjoining kitchen with hearth room, which makes entertaining a warm and welcoming experience.

The impressive dry-stack fireplace, a center point of the

living area, rises to the vaulted space emphasized by the dramatic wood ceiling. And the beautiful views fringed by the surrounding forest are drawn indoors from the expanse of windows.

The lower level family room is fit for those of all ages and is complete with a pool table, wet bar, climate-controlled wine cellar and a distinctive, well-appointed theater room.

The generous master suite is comfortably placed on the main

level, and many cozy spaces dot the floor plan throughout the entire home. Air conditioning, though rarely needed, is ready for the glorious days of summertime in the mountains.

The lovely and quiet forested setting is a treasured experience to be enjoyed from the extensive outdoor living space. And views as far as Castle Peak are a pleasure only few can capture. A private, striking water feature adds to the complete

contentment of the experience, one that touches all the senses.

The mid-mountain setting presents a well-situated location to the world-renowned RitzCarlton, Bachelor Gulch Village, the heart of the community.

Amenities available to owners and guests include a 4-star, 21,000-square-foot spa; heated outdoor swimming pool complete with three hot tubs; year-round activity tours; state-of-the-art fitness center; and rock grotto relaxation room with an oversized, sunken hot tub. And Master Chef Wolfgang Puck’s Spago Restaurant draws discerning diners back again and again.

Bachelor Gulch is also quite distinctive because the property upon which this ski community is built is private property, unlike 85 percent of

PROPERTY PROFILE • 1.6 acres • 6 bedrooms, 7.5 baths • 9,865 square feet • Offered designer furnished • 4 car garage • $9,895,000

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Eagle County land, which is situated on U.S. Forest Land.

A true ski-in/ski-out community with 25 of its own ski-runs, Bachelor Gulch is also ski-central in the unique 3.7 mile Village-to-Village trail.

This connection, introduced in 1996, links the three exciting villages of Bachelor Gulch, Beaver Creek and Arrowhead, as well as to the 1,625 skiable acres on Beaver Creek Mountain.

The luxury, tranquility and

privacy offered within this lowdensity, gated community have been valued from the inception of Bachelor Gulch Village when the first 52 available lots sold in a record-breaking threehour period. If mountainside living with ski-in/ski-out access is a lifestyle that calls to your adventuresome spirit, 1888 Daybreak Ridge welcomes you to mountain home living at its finest.

Contact Catherine Jones Coburn for your personal showing.

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PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT

780 POTATO PATCH DRIVE

The Excellence of Detail Exceptionally fine, exceptionally private and exceptionally close

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t ’ s d i f f i c u lt to b e a

standout in a resort community that holds the standards of Vail. But one look at 780 Potato Patch Drive and you see a magnificent home that is exceptional by any standard.

Situated in the lush, sunny, forested surroundings at the top of Potato Patch — the neighborhood where many local leaders, restaurateurs and art collectors have built their own homes — the serenity of the environment is captured from every room in this incomparable

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stone and timber retreat. Backing onto the privacy of thousands of acres of White River National Forest and fronting with panoramic views of Vail and Beaver Creek, the unique site provides the picture-perfect backdrop for this extraordinary home. The expansive outdoor living spaces are particularly special, promoting peace, space and tranquility with the numerous patios, decks and outdoor walkways offering the perfect experience to entertain or to enjoy some quiet, solitary

time in the fresh mountain air.

This home displays a wellthought-out floor plan that is conducive to very comfortable family living. Custom designed for an active family and gracious entertaining, the finest of workmanship and materials were used to create this environment.

The detail is superior, as displayed by the hand-chipped, slate roof used to present a graceful, aged appearance. And it houses such luxuries as an indoor elevator, 6-foot-deep therapy pool, built-in outdoor hot tub,

an exercise room, his-and-her offices, a heated cobblestone driveway and a garage that is discreetly positioned, unseen from the approach to the house.

The lower level, affectionately known as “the kids’ café,” is less formal with a custom media room, two bedrooms, a kitchenette and second laundry. This home has something to accommodate everyone including an attached guest cottage that easily can adapt to the individual needs of any family or caretaker.

“After living on Potato Patch

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for 15 years, we knew that the neighborhood combined both desirable privacy and extraordinary convenience, so we decided to build our dream house on the ideal lot, capturing the long, sunny days that the hillside offers,” says the current owner. “In designing our home, we wanted a timeless retreat that honored the native materials of Colorado granite, sandstone and reclaimed timber, with meticulous attention to every detail, and with generous windows and outdoor spaces, gathering light from all directions. For two people or for 14, it lives beautifully.”

One of the most special features of this residence is that the abundance of Vail Village amenities, services and events are just a 5-minute drive away.

It’s difficult to believe that this oasis of serenity is merely minutes from “town,” as well as only 90 minutes from Denver and 40 minutes from the Eagle County Regional Airport.

And to make the Potato Patch experience one that is even more

PROPERTY PROFILE 780 POTATO PATCH DRIVE, POTATO PATCH • Approximately 7,000 sq. ft.

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remarkable, a membership to the Vail Mountain Club, located next to Gondola One, is included with the home. The luxury of driving directly to Vail Mountain, leaving your car with the valet service, having your skis tuned and ready just steps from the lift, and storing your equipment in your personal lockers is an extravagance that is beyond compare. Begin your morning at the club with continental breakfast; have your concierge organize your après ski and dining activities; and end a memorable ski day in the spa and fitness center or in the yearround outdoor pool and hot tub.

Join the members on the active social calendar and special events provided throughout the year.

This timeless home in a friendly neighborhood offers the best of mountain living: a gracious residence with incomparable finishes; a flowing floor plan and all-embracing privacy; unparalleled views and a lush forest setting; and a coveted membership to the Vail Mountain Club. If you think you’ve seen the very best Vail has to offer, it’s time to take another look. Let 780 Potato Patch Drive give you a new way of appreciating excellence.

For more information, contact Carroll or Dana, or your favorite Realtor, for your own private showing.

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MARKET REPORT

BY THE NUMBERS

The Power of Perspective Reports indicate an increasingly stabilized real estate market

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because rose bushes have thorns, or we can rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.” — Abraham Lincoln Reflection comes hand-in-hand with a new year. We look back at all that has happened and then turn and look forward to what is yet to come. With many of us,

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this reflection inspires a change in perspective or maybe the other way around — a change in perspective inspires new vision.

Whichever the case, one thing is clear with the current real estate market: What may seem challenging at the moment is actually an indication of stability.

The low inventory that we have been grappling with since

late spring is, in fact, proof of a stable market. Although active listings are down 14 percent from December 2013 in overall market numbers, closed sales are up 25.3 percent and median sales prices are also up 25.5 percent. Another factor working in our favor, interest rates remain low despite consistent speculation that they would

rise at any given time. Combine this opportunity with positive national job growth and a healthy Colorado economy and we have a solid comfort level for those considering home ownership.

Keeping it positive Kyle Denton, Chairman of the Vail Multi-List Service, substantiates the positive

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WHETHER IT INCREASES OR DECREASES, INVENTORY WILL CONTINUE TO IMPACT OUR TRENDS THROUGHOUT THE WINTER SELLING SEASON.” growth with his experience comparing December 2013 over December 2014. “Overall, unit sales for 2014 were relatively flat compared to 2013, but total dollar volume surged to just over 25 percent. The large majority of this dollar volume increase can be attributed to the increased number of $2 million+ sales within the upvalley markets, mostly in Vail and Beaver Creek. Other areas of the valley’s price-diverse market experienced slower sales due to lower inventory levels but did experience modest gains in home values that also helped boost 2014’s final dollar volume numbers as well. All the above are positive market trend indicators as we move into 2015.

Denton continues, “The valley’s current low inventory indicates significantly fewer distressed sales and a stabilizing market. Whether it increases or decreases, inventory will continue to impact our trends throughout the winter selling season. Overall I’m encouraged with the current direction of our market.”

What kind of impact is Denton referring to? The December 2014 median sales price for single family/duplex homes was up 27.6 percent over December 2013, and up a whopping 49.3 percent in the townhouse-condo property report. Even though these prices are up and have been up for most of 2014, they are

skewed by the luxury-end properties closest to the resort villages. As inventory remains low, some sellers may have a sense of false security in a “seller’s market,” tempting them to list their properties too high. Now is not the time to take that gamble.

We know buyers are here — it’s the winter selling season, a time that brings a wide variety of people to our valley for an array of snow sports and events. We also know that the recession begat a new breed of buyer, one that is more savvy. This trend will continue because even though interest rates are low, we still have a lack of sufficient mortgage liquidity. This is causing buyers to closely examine each property on their short list.

In light of it all The beauty of this market — the rose on the thorn bush — is that, in 2015, we are looking at a revival of balance, a true sign of recovery. Less dramatic swings in the trends exemplify a comfort level that we can live with. Properties that are priced according to the market will grab the attention of buyers. In order to have success in this selective market, enlist the services of a trusted REALTOR®. They will provide you with thorough research and valuable insight in this new recovery era of Vail Valley real estate. And most importantly, they help keep trends in perspective.

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The Squaw Creek estate, listed with Matthew Blake of Ascent Sotheby’s International Realty, exemplifies the clever melding of modern and traditional, both in architectural design and material selection.

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Modern applications of steel, concrete, and large spans of glass are softened by faces of warm stone and wood, while a curving facade complements the otherwise linear appeal of the Squaw Creek home, listed with Matthew Blake of Ascent Sotheby’s International Realty.

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real estate market, according to many long-time Realtors. The

market is experiencing shifts in buyers’ attitudes, due to both a changing age demographic, as well as the fact that so many properties in the Vail area were built several decades ago.

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In recent years, the main age demographic purchasing luxury properties comprised retirees in their 60s or so. But now, in addition to the retiree demographic, a larger number of buyers in their 40s and 50s are moving into the valley, and they’re coming with a taste for a more modern, or at least mountain contemporary, look, since they live in urban areas such as New York City, San Francisco, Dallas, Miami, and progressive cities in Mexico and Latin America, says Led Gardner Realtor at Slifer, Smith & Frampton Real Estate. “(They want) more mountain modern and sometimes very contemporary, versus the traditional Vail image — clean lines and a bit more edgy (styles) are frequently much more in demand,” Gardner says.

Today’s buyers also want new

homes in turn-key condition — much more than they have in the past. Professional interior design showcasing luxury condos and homes goes a long way to sell a property, and buyers are willing to spend top dollar for those.

“Simple staging won’t cut it,” says Matthew Blake, a Realtor at Ascent Sotheby’s International Realty. “You have to provide a turn-key experience with clean lines and contemporary furniture … No matter how sophisticated the buyer, a high-end furniture package can really sell the property.”

While buyers tend to turn a blind eye to most properties older than those built in the 2000s because they don’t want to renovate them, buyers are willing to purchase an older home in a premier location, says Malia Nobrega, Realtor at Fuller Sotheby’s International

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“Buyers are focused on the ‘perfect location’ — ski in and out, or in the core (of the village).”

Realty. One client recently purchased a $4.4 million, 6,200-square-foot home on Vail Golf Club, only to tear it down to build an approximately $14 million, 11,000 square-foot home.

“The lot itself is valuable enough (to justify the teardown,)” Nobrega says. “Aging single-family homes are being valued more as lots versus as a home. This is why you may see a very old single-family home in a prime location being priced at a very high price per square foot despite its age and deterioration.”

“Buyers are focused on the ‘perfect location’ — ski in and out, or in the core (of the village),” Gardner says.

Though buyers are willing to pay premium prices for older homes in prime locations, they tend to shy away from aging duplexes, which tend to be priced lower per square foot than homes and new duplexes, because of the challenges of having another party (the neighbors) agree to renovations.

“There’s more pushback from buyers than ever before to update, remodel and furnish older properties,” says Page Slevin, of Berkshire

Many of today’s buyers are seeking private, quiet and more secluded locales for their families, such as this Cordillera home listed by Led Gardner with Slifer Smith & Frampton. Interesting uses of old and new materials, combined with unique architecture and intelligent design, are appealing to the younger demographic.

Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties. “In the past, buyers had a tolerance and possibly a desire to remodel and redesign a home. Now buyers have less time and interest in having to manage a remodel.

Buyers want new and nice.

Sometimes even if furnishings are outdated, it could disqualify a property. However, if a home is updated and furnished well, buyers will pay top dollar to have a turn-key property.”

Overall, real estate agents are seeing more and more buyers with specific demands, and those buyers don’t particularly want to compromise.

Of course, needs and desires vary somewhat, depending upon the client, but here are some of the top priorities in today’s buyers’ minds: • New, contemporary and mountain contemporary design: a clean, minimalist look with

An open layout, such as the one in this Vail Golf Course home listed with Malia Nobrega with Fuller Sotheby’s International Realty, is an ongoing trend in the luxury real estate market.

OVERALL, REAL ESTATE AGENTS ARE SEEING MORE AND MORE BUYERS WITH SPECIFIC DEMANDS, AND THOSE BUYERS DON’T PARTICULARLY WANT TO COMPROMISE.” hardwood, tile or stone floors, little (if any) carpet, deep gray tones throughout the home.

• Master bedroom on main level. (Slevin is noticing that “if the master bedroom is not on the main level, it disqualifies the home.”)

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barbecues, kitchen systems, fire pits and powerful heat lamps on patios. As Nobrega points out: “People are here to be in touch with the beauty of the mountain environment to the greatest extent possible.”

• Open floor plans with large kitchens; multiple islands with trendier materials like limestone and stainless steel, rather than granite; vaulted ceilings; and a multifunctional main-level room, which can flexibly be used as an office or an extra guest bedroom.

• Open, multi-use, highly technologically advanced recreation rooms, as opposed to specifically-designated, closed-off theaters.

• Technologically advanced homes, which allow owners to control elements such as blinds, lighting, security, heat, music, television and more both long distance and when they inhabit the home.

• Shed roofs as opposed to gable,

incorporating metal rather than shake composite; wider exterior stone patterns; heated driveways and flagstone paths; and incorporation of copper.

• Amenities, such as pools, spas, and even club memberships that provide features like ski valets and free parking. Air conditioning is also something “people expect,” Blake says.

Buyers are also trending toward larger homes again, while, during the economic downturn, they leaded toward more scaled-down square footage.

“People are no longer avoiding larger square footage homes again, when needed to meet all their goals, such as a home office, study, family room, game rooms and a wine room,” Nobrega says.

In tandem, green built isn’t such a priority or as trendy in buyers’ minds as it was in, say 2007, Slevin says.

Mountain contemporary is a popular style, as shown in this home recently sold by Page Slevin with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties. Natural materials such as stone and hard wood are key.

“It doesn’t seem to be a buzzword,” she says, “but I think it’ll be more prevalent (in the future).”

In general, luxury buyers simply want the convenience of newer construction that they can enjoy immediately, with updated styles that reflect their more urban lifestyle.

“The general, overriding (desire) is a mountain contemporary feel — a mix of traditional stone and wood with a lot more glass,” Gardner says. “That seems to be the driving force in architecture and design … using traditional materials in new and interesting ways that are driven by a younger demographic.”

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SHAPSHOTS of HISTORY Then and now at the 7W Guest Ranch

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he story of the 7W Guest Ranch, located at the top of Sweetwater Road just past the county line into Garfield County, is of a history that dates back to 1916.

Many of the years on the ranch were left undocumented, but the recently recovered photography of the late John B. Schutte has left us with some pieces of the puzzle.

“What’s so amazing to me is that this place has this 100-year history, and all of a sudden we get a little snapshot of the whole deal,” says Dudley Ottley, broker associate for Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate out of Arrowhead.

The 218-acre 7W Guest Ranch is currently for sale, and when Ottley was hired to represent the property, he created a website for it to increase exposure of the remote ranch to the public.

Just two weeks after he created the site, the granddaughter of Schutte reached out to Ottley. She had a box of her grandfather’s photo negatives (many of them taken between Aspen and Vail, but unlabeled), with one envelope that read “7W Guest Ranch, 1946.”

Schutte’s granddaughter lives in Alaska, but brought Ottley the negatives during a trip to a friend’s wedding in Colorado.

“She stopped by and gave me the envelope of negatives,” he explains, “and all she wanted me to do was to credit him on the photos.”

The lodge and cabins that Schutte photographed in 1946 are still standing on the ranch, and modern renditions of the shots were recently documented by photographer Mike Bradbury, providing historians and real estate dabblers a real feel for the before and after.

ON THE RANCH The original buildings on the ranch were built in 1916, which include the lodge and six free-standing cabins. The ranch now has a total of 11 structures and outbuildings.

The property’s entire western border backs up to White River National Forest

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and is very close to the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. The trail that comes out the back of the ranch connects to the Ute Indian Trail, which was used by the Ute Indians as they traveled back and forth between summer and winter migrations.

The most recent owner of 7W has put a lot of money into the on-property buildings with renovations, including a

complete kitchen remodel in the lodge – now updated to commercial grade. The lodge living room fireplace was completely rebuilt to be the focal point of the living room, and the bedroom in the lodge was converted to an office. The lodge dining area seats up to 30 people comfortably.

A two-bedroom bunkhouse was built by 7W’s current owner in 2008. It has additional

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“What’s so amazing to me is that this place has this 100-year history, and all of a sudden we get a little snapshot of the whole deal.” DUDLEY OTTLEY

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bedrooms, a full kitchen and a bathroom.

There is a tack shed for horse saddles and equipment, and a fenced-in riding ring with eight horses currently on property, as well as six internal, separately fenced horse pastures. Next door to the riding ring is a stocked trout pond. The barn was rebuilt and renovated to become the 7W Saloon.

There were plans to turn the building into a theater or saloon, but no moves have been made on that development yet.

EARLY DAYS Schutte’s visual documentation of the mid-1940s explains that the ranch was a hub for commercial trail rides through the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. His granddaughter brought Ottley a pamphlet, reading “Trail Rides of the Wilderness, 1948 Expeditions,” for which Schutte is credited for one photo, and presumably shot many others that were published on this piece of marketing material.

Trail rides were advertised in the pamphlet — $129 for an eight-day trip, or $228 to

make it 16 days. It seems reasonable to believe that Schutte worked with the Trail Riders of the Wilderness to scout out their trips, which they began in 1947, and he set up his camera equipment to shoot along the way.

The trail rides likely stopped or passed through 7W, as they began in Glenwood Springs and traveled to Island Lakes, which was the base camp for the

horseback day trips. According to the brochure, riders would explore the area around 7W, including the Chinese Wall, Trappers Lake and Flattop Mountain.

The modern photos of the ranch certainly present a more manicured feel, but the horses and the history still live on there.

More information and photos can be found online at www.7WGuestRanch.net.

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Spectacular and Unique 215+/- acre ranch initially built on in 1916 and is believed to be the oldest Dude Ranch in Colorado. Backs up to National Forest with two access points and a short 5 mile horseback ride on established trails into the Flat Tops Wilderness Areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s federally protected 242,000 +/- acres as your back yard.

The property has recently been remodeled, repaired and all eleven buildings on the property have been upgraded, including the pond and all of the utilities.

11 different buildings totaling 9,250 square feet of improvements on the property. Spectacular ranch only a 75 minute drive from Vail and Beaver Creek.

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149 Riverbend Drive is a beautifully cared for luxurious single-family home in Arrowhead overlooking the 16th fairway of the Country Club of the Rockies private golf course. The home was originally built by R. A. Nelson who is considered one of the best builders in the Vail Valley. The views are predominantly south facing towards Arrowhead Mountain with fantastic and unobstructed views to the east as well. The home was remodeled in 2012 and has a new kitchen, hard wood floors, entry way, master bath, roof and mechanical room. Plenty of space for all with a total of 5,781 square feet including five bedrooms, a study-sixth bedroom, an office, library, loft-bunk room and a large family room found in the lower level.

In addition to the well thought out design and flowing floor plan, the home has fantastic outdoor living space and a three car garage. All of this inside the gates of Arrowhead with access to the Country Club of the Rockies Golf, Skiing, the Alpine Club, tennis courts, community pool and hot tubs to mention a few amenities. Please call me for a private showing. MLS #920320

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2 bedroom, 3 bath gold-rated private condo walking distance to Vail Mountain.

The Westwind features underground heated parking, an outdoor heated pool, 2 hot tubs & private ski lockers! Offered at $1,095,000

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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

4 bed/4.5 bath/loft/family room/library/3920 sq. ft./duplex Nestles hillside at the end of a cul-de-sac; only minutes from Vail Village and Lionshead.

Large wraparound deck with hot tub. Great Valley views. Reduced to $1,459,000

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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.

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 that’s perfect for entertaining welcome you to this elegant home.

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BEAVER CREEK 66 Village Walk $6,475,000

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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 Elk Track Townhome #7 $2,065,000

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EAGLE 511 McIntire St. $539,000

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Located in old town Eagle, this is the opportunity you’ve waited for. Originally built in 1917 then remodeled in 2007, the main house features 2-bedrooms and 2-baths with a great guest house in the back of the homesite featuring 2 more bedrooms and two baths that was built in 2010. Use as a guest house, rent it out or rent out both. The decision is yours.

Kim Bradley 970-376-5814 kbradley@slifer.net www.kimbradley realestate.com Slifer Smith & Frampton

CORDILLERA CORDILLERA 541 Saddle SaddleRidge Ridge 541 $2,995,000 $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

ARROWHEAD 2115 Cresta Road $8,995,000

Impeccably finished home with ski-in/ski-out access on Arrowhead’s slopes. Mountain views from almost every room.

An open family/recreation room with a complete wet bar and wine cellar are just some of the features of this exquisite residence. The hot tub is privately situated looking up the slopes with a ski storage room adjacent to the back door.

EDWARDS - RIVERWALK Ruby Building #R305 $599,000

MOTIVATED SELLER, Beautiful One Level Condo with Quality Finishes & Furnishings, Turnkey, secured elevator access, TOP FLOOR, huge decks, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, covered parking.

CONTACT:

Susan Bird 970-376-3233 or 970-476-0500

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Happy Power 970-479-5767 hpower@slifer.net

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www.happyinvail.com Slifer Smith & Frampton

CORDILLERA 524 Red Draw $3,385,000

CONTACT:

Pam Horan-Kates 970-390-0669

This architecturally authentic 6-bedroom Colorado ranch home melds old & new in dramatic fashion. Hand smeared stone arches & fireplaces; 100-yr-old Led Gardner milled wood floors & hand-hewn beams join with a luxurious main floor master 970-376-0233 suite, gourmet kitchen & butler pantry, 2-bedroom guest suite, hot tub, grilling Slifer Smith & station & 3-car garage, all in a truly unique setting.

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CORDILLERA 18 Stag Gulch Court $1,795,000 This home has a beautiful setting on 1.34 acres of scattered aspens just inside the gates of The Ranch. Step inside for wide-open views of the Gore Range and the Mountain Course; enjoy 2 master suites with fireplaces, 2 guest suites + children’s bunk room. Outdoor spaces include a deck & dining patio on the main level, patio & hot tub on the lower level.

CONTACT:

Pam Horan-Kates 970-390-0669 phorankates@slifer.net Slifer Smith & Frampton

CORDILLERA 33 East Timber Draw $1,825,000 In a 1.68-acre alpine setting overlooking wildlife corridors and close to the gates of The Ranch, this home features a Master Suite which occupies the entire east wing of the home; 2 additional bedrooms & baths; 4th full bath off the lower level family room; a refrigerated wine wall; 2 entertainment bars; hot tub & fire pit plus superior finishes.

CONTACT:

Pam Horan-Kates 970-390-0669 phorankates@slifer.net Slifer Smith & Frampton

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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.

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CONTACT:

Teresa Thomas 970-390-0262 Ron Byrne & Associates

HIGHLAND MEADOWS 2076 Vermont Rd $1,425,000 Wonderfully maintained four bedroom Mediterranean style single-family home in the coveted Highland Meadows neighborhood. A dedicated lock-off with kitchenette, balcony and private garage is perfect for guests. Soaring ceilings, natural light and privacy are complemented by manicured grounds.

Enjoy the convenience of being only minutes from Vail Village in the comfort of your own retreat!

CONTACT:

Ron Byrne 970-476-1987 info@ronbyrne.com Ron Byrne & Associates

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.

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!

CONTACT:

Barbara Scrivens 970-471-1223 Barbara@ronbyrne.com

Ron Byrne & Associates

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Jonathan Reid Lindner 970-331-6111 Jon Reid Lindner Real Estate Company Jonka1@comcast.net

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VAIL 354 Beaver Dam Road - South $6,495,000

VAIL Coldstream Condo #20 $1,475,000 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.

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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.

Barbara Scrivens 970-471-1223 Barbara@ ronbyrne.com www.ronbyrne.com

CONTACT:

Ron Byrne 970-476-1987 info@ronbyrne.com Ron Byrne & Associates

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 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.

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The Suites at BC Lodge

Landmark 216 and 219

Condos 503 & 504

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$319,000. each

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9 East Realty (970) 949-4986 Access Properties of Vail (970) 476-8610 Access Real Estate of Colorado (970) 328-9519 Advantage Real Estate (970) 926-1155 Al Williams Real Estate (970) 471-1200 Alpine Mgmt. & R.E. Services (970) 855-0083 Alpine Resort Real Estate (970) 845-9599 Altima Group (970) 390-7020 Angelo’s Appraisal (970) 845-5056 Anthony Sears Appraisal (970) 376-7226 Antlers At Vail Real Estate (970) 476-2471 AP Resort Concepts (970) 390-3703 Appraisal Services of Vail (970) 476-3126 Ascent Sotheby’s Realty Brid (970) 476-7944 Ascent Sotheby’s Realty Cov (970) 476-7944

Berkshire Hathaway - ER (970) 328-2482

Colorado Valuation Consultants Berkshire Hathaway - GYP (303) 238-8626 (970) 524-1150 Crystal Watson, Broker (970) 509-9664 Berkshire Hathaway - LH

Garton Real Estate (970) 524-4116

Berkshire Hathaway - VM (970) 845-8700

Gateway Land & Development - Eagle (970) 926-6777

(970) 476-2482

Beth Runyon, Broker (970) 390-9991 Beveridge Real Estate (970) 328-7444 Black Diamond Real Estate LLC (800) 862-5105 Black Diamond Realty (970) 476-4414 Brandess-Cadmus Real Estate (970) 476-1450 Brooke Ferris Vail Real Estate (970) 376-0531 Buckner Matthews (970) 331-3377 Buyer’s Investment Group,LLC (970) 926-2305 Byron Vail Homes (267) 799-8301 C & B Real Estate Co., (970) 926-8709 Carl H. Luppens, Broker (303) 394-1400

ASE Real Estate (970) 328-3792

Cary Realty (970) 688-1275

Atencio Real Estate (970) 376-6570

Century 21 Mountain Luxury (970) 333-9318

Backhus & Associates (970) 471-0440 Barbara Meese Realty Inc (970) 280-5200 Beaver Creek Mgt./CO. Ranch (970) 926-1122 Belle’s Camp Properties (970) 471-4071 Berg Real Estate, Inc. (970) 376-0215 Berkshire Hathaway - BCL (970) 845-8440 Berkshire Hathaway EDW (970) 926-8440

Christiania Realty, Inc. (970) 477-7850 Churchill Real Estate Co. (970) 471-0420 Coldwell Banker Devonshire (970) 530-0311 Coldwell Banker Distinctive Pr (970) 476-2113

D. O’Neill Enterprises, Inc. (970) 390-8228 Dalco Realty, Ltd. (970) 328-7272 Danielle Stoltz, Broker (970) 977-0560 Dantas Colorado Properties Inc (970) 376-6111

Gary Shields, Appraiser (970) 328-7735

Gateway Land & Development - Vail (970) 790-6777

Gore Creek Properties Real Estate Dauphinais Real Estate, Inc. (970) 479-2858 (970) 476-9112 Grimaldi International R.E. (970) 926-0029 Davos Group Vail (970) 376-8245

Destination Resort Prop.

LLC (970) 390-8895 Distinguished Properties Realty (970) 926-3777 DMG Appraisal Services (970) 569-3911 Donald L. Horst, Broker (970) 471-1737 Double Diamond Real Estate (970) 376-7979 Eagle County Assessor (970) 328-8640 EagleVail Realty & Management (970) 331-0387 Elizabeth D. Macleod,Appraiser (970) 926-7817 Equitana Realty (970) 328-5455 Eustaquio Cortina Real Estate (970) 376-6192 Field of Streams (970) 390-7565 Four Seasons Realty, LLC (970) 926-5990

Fuller Sothebys Int Realty Colorado Appraisal Group BC (970) 845-0400 (970) 328-1534 Fuller Sothebys Intl Realty Colorado Mtn & City Ed Homes (970) 748-5150 (303) 841-6618

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Gary Harder, Appraiser (719) 337-1692

Keller Williams Mtn Properties (970) 476-1600

NAI Mountain Commercial (970) 476-6415

Ken Wilson Broker LLC (970) 390-1320

Nancy F. Maxon, Appraiser (970) 926-2262

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

Havlik Realty, Inc (970) 949-0528

Lodge Real Estate (970) 754-7814

HBM Real Estate (708) 380-4890

Lynn Gregg (970) 390-0681

Heather Hutto, Broker (970) 260-3779

Madison & Co Properties Ltd. (303) 771-3850

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

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 Morningstar Mountain Prop. LLC (970) 328-3456

Mountain Living Realty James Trudeau, Appraiser (970) 331-9560 (970) 390-0961 Mountain Properties Real Jeffrey Meier, Broker Estate (303) 404-2888 (970) 949-5474 John Krueger, Broker Mountain Valley (970) 926-1858 (970) 926-5692 Jon Reid Lindner Real Mountain Valley Property Estate Management (970) 331-6111 (970) 390-9664 Katherine Dodds, Broker Mountain West Real (970) 390-8981 Estate (970) 476-0500 Katherine McCarty, Broker Mountain West Real (970) 471-2276 Estate Service (303) 715-8719 Keller Williams Mtn Properties My Mountain Realty, LLC (970) 328-2327 (970) 477-1984

Nancy Lipsky & Co (970) 328-5551 Nancy Powell, Broker (970) 376-5833 Navarro Lowrey Properties, Inc (970) 390-5302 North South Properties Inc (970) 328-6258 One Premier Properties Limited (970) 290-3000 Parliament Properties (970) 470-2384 Patricia Nixon RE Sales & Rental (970) 476-7582 Peak Service Realty & Mgmt.

(970) 949-4886 Ranch Creek Land Company (970) 390-0830 RE/MAX Vail Valley (970) 766-7355 Renee Wettlaufer, Broker (970) 390-0292 Resort Development Marketing (970) 376-0708 Richard Howard, Broker (970) 926-8328 Robert I. Law, Inc. (970) 390-0900 Robert Kendall, Broker (970) 470-3953 Robinson Mitchell & Assoc. LLC (970) 477-2153 Rocky Christopher Real Estate (970) 476-7990 Rocky Mtn. Valuation Services (970) 390-5143 Ron Amass, Broker (970) 390-5827

Vail Market Center Satisfying Buyers and Sellers

3 Bedroom | Expansive GreatRoom | Patio Hot Tub | $895,000 Beverly Trout | 970.390.2961 | BTrout@Vail.net

Eagle Ranch | 4 Bed | 4 Bath | $875,000 Will Lewis | 970.390.2267 | WLewis07@Hotmail.com

Wildridge | 4 Bedroom | Privacy & Views | $825,000 Michael Routh, Rocky Mountain Home Team 970.306.7711 | MichaelRouth@KW.com

Two Adjoining Lots | $549,000 The only lots East of Vail Halide Gazioglu | 970.306.7711 | HalideKasan@Gmail.com

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VBR SERVICE DIRECTORY Ron Byrne & Associates R.E. Slifer Smith & Frampton/ (970) 476-1987 Charter (970) 845-3815 Rossi Realty (970) 376-4269

Sandy Apps, Broker (970) 390-0100

Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Cordillera (970) 926-3505

Savage Appraisal Services Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Eagle (970) 845-2200 (970) 328-2550 Scanlan Real Estate Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Group, LLC Highland (970) 331-4292 (970) 845-8053 SkyHigh Properties Slifer Smith & Frampton/ (970) 331-1181 Hyatt Slifer Management Co., (970) 845-9400 Inc. Slifer Smith & Frampton/LH (970) 926-7911 (970) 479-0245 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Arrowhead RSR (970) 926-3000 (970) 754-8411 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Avon Solaris (970) 845-2000 (970) 479-2020 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Slifer Smith & Frampton/ BC Westin (970) 949-5811 (970) 748-5420 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Smith Eaton Real Estate & BG Prop (970) 845-2300 (970) 926-7930 Slifer Smith & Frampton/ Solaris Real Estate, LLC Bridge (970) 479-6000 (970) 476-2421

Sonnenalp Real Estate, LLC The Mercury Alliance Mtn. (970) 477-5300 Prop SPI Property Management (970) 927-3662 Inc. (970) 479-5444

Stephen Polston, Broker (888) 566-7737 Steve Hill Mtn. Properties (970) 926-7701 Steven J Pier, Appraiser (970) 328-2066

Vail Holm Brokers The Valley Home Store, LLC (970) 471-3333 (970) 328-8776 Vail Home Rentals, Inc. Thurston Real Estate (970) 748-5016 (970) 471-3444 Vail Mountain Real Estate Tim Cashin, Realtor, Inc. (970) 949-6349 (970) 390-8462 Vail Property Brokerage, Timbers Real Estate Co. Inc (970) 477-8030 (970) 476-8850

Stockmans Land Exchange Todd M. Keleske, Broker (970) 390-0070 (970) 328-7500 Sullivan/Nicholas & Co. (970) 476-4405 Sun N’ Ski Properties, LLC (970) 949-4840 Susie Huxford, Broker (970) 331-3373 Suzanne J. Dugan, Broker (970) 376-4994 Swanepoel Enterprises LLC (970) 376-2201 Terry Krueger, Broker (404) 840-2952 The Appraisal Office, Inc. (970) 926-1650 The Kleimer Company (970) 471-1425

35 ACRE HORSE ESTATE 2505 Rule Road • Eagle, CO Only 4 miles from Eagle and located in a quiet valley with excellent views. The property includes a log and frame home with in-floor heat, 3 bedroom, 3.5 baths, large indoor arena with attached 6 stalls, wash area, heated tack room, outdoor arena and irrigation rights for pasture irrigation. $2,250,000

Vail Buyer Brokers (970) 471-1190

Vail Property Sales & Mgmt (970) 926-5252

Torrey Tulley Benson, Broker (720) 284-8045

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

Vail Valley Properties (970) 476-6789 Vail Valley Real Estate, Inc (970) 331-1110 Vail Smith Properties (970) 904-0970 Valuation Consultants, Inc. (970) 949-4898 Villages Real Estate (970) 390-6125 Vistar Real Estate, Inc. (970) 476-6223 Walter Realty Group, Inc. (970) 926-5748

Turner Real Estate Group (970) 926-4910

West Valley Real Estate, LLC Vail Real Estate Center LLC (970) 524-0344 (970) 688-7082 Willows Real Estate Vail Real Estate Group (970) 476-2233 (970) 376-0844 Wirth Management, Inc Vail Realty/ Beaver Creek (970) 479-1082 (970) 949-9200 Wolf Asset Management Vail Realty/ Vail Corp (970) 476-8800 (303) 250-5166

Two Rivers Village Realty (970) 337-2300

Vail Sales and Rentals (800) 720-1831

Wynton Homes Realty (970) 328-4226

United Country Colorado Mtn Properties (970) 328-6600

Vail Valley Land & Development Company (970) 376-0228

Your Castle Mountain Prop, LLC (303) 962-4272

Tri-Star Realty (949) 276-7325 Trombetta Mountain Real Estate (970) 390-1115 Trotter Real Estate LLC (970) 524-8323

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY www.BackhusandAssociates.com

JESSE’S PARCEL Excellent development opportunity along the Eagle River between Edwards and Avon. 4+/- acres of south facing riverfront property, adjacent to bike and walking paths. With utilities and public transportation nearby, and less than a mile to the Arrowhead Ski Area and Golfcourse, the property lends itself to a variety of development possibilities. Currently zoned ‘Resource’.

With over 500 feet of river frontage and surrounded by existing development, Jesse’s Parcel is a unique opportunity within the Vail Valley marketplace. Price reduced to $3,300,000

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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.

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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 | Horizon Pass Residences No. 214 | $2,495,000 4 Bedroom | 4.5 Bath | 2,613 sq. ft.

Page Slevin, 970-390-7443

Bachelor Gulch | 3219 Daybreak Ridge | $9,993,000 7 Bedroom | 7 Full/2 Half Bath | 9,993 sq. ft.

Mark Weinreich, 970-376-3204

Beaver Creek | 276 Borders Road | $5,995,000 7 Bedroom | 6 Full/2 Half Bath | 6,795 sq. ft.

Jacquelyn Northrop, 970-390-2315 | Page Slevin, 970-390-7443

Vail | 1475 Buffehr Creek Road | $5,100,000 4 Bedroom | 6 Bath | 5,311 sq. ft.

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

Singletree | 61 Snaffle Road | $1,695,000 4 Bedroom | 3.5 Bath | 4,080 sq. ft.

Page Slevin, 970-390-7443

Arrowhead | 14 Cabin Creek Lane | $4,995,000 6 Bedroom | 5 Full/2 Half Bath | 5,035 sq. ft.

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

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