Vail Valley Real Estate

New snow in Vail!

2012-03-01T14:06:00.004-07:00

It's official. skiing is excellent in Vail and Beaver Creek. This photo was taken this morning in Vail Famous Back Bowls. Lots more snow expected through the week. come to Vail, play in Vail, www.LandinVail.com

Magnificant Bachelor Gulch Listing

2012-02-28T13:02:00.003-07:00

_7 Bedrooms ~ 8 Baths ~ 9,909 Square Feet ~
~ Ski-In/Ski-Out ~ Wine Cellar ~ Rec Room ~ Hot Tub ~ Theatre ~
A great property for the most discriminating buyer. Offered by Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate at $14,600,000.00

Carve your turns, don't skid!

2012-02-26T11:30:00.002-07:00

Owning Real Estate in Vail/Beaver Creek is all about lifestyle. I thought I would pass on a tip from my previous life as a Ski Instructor.

Recently I visited a friend in Stratton Vermont for a long weekend. He had mentioned to me that, "in the east, the snow is harder, so skiers should be stronger, but everyone skids thier turns". With today's new equipment, skis will hold much better, even on eastern hard pack. The key is learning how to balance on an edged ski. When my children were young, it was as simple as saying, "I want to see the bottoms of your skis", when below them on the hill. They didn't think about rolling their foot, (feet) onto the inside edge of the downhill ski. Yes, world cup skiers are so strong that they actually work with both feet on matching edges, but we can really get away with the downhill ski predominately. Just control the inside ski so little things like tips don't cross or the feet don't open too much.

Back on that Vermont hard pack, ski on the edge of the ski and yes you will probably still skid somewhat, but at least it is controlled. Oh yes, I tune every 3 to 4 days on skis, you should too.

Back on the Market in Vail.

2012-02-25T16:24:00.002-07:00

Located on the Vail Golf Course, this wonderful home just came back on the market. Listed at $5,500,000.00, it is a great option for the buyer looking to spend time in Vail in the Summer as well as skinng in Vail over the winter.

Winter Teva games are coming to Vail!

2012-02-06T16:38:00.000-07:00

How to Make the Most of This Weekend:
• Take advantage of free events, including TWO CONCERTS, THREE PARTIES and more!
• Be at Golden Peak Saturday night for a mind-blowing spectator event of Teva Best Trick Bike & Tele Big Air
• Partipate in an event that fits your interest, there is something for everyone. Our picks? The snowshoe, nordic, Vail Uphill and 7 Wonders of Vail
• Be as cool as the guy in this photo for the Eddie Bauer Boot Run - bring a team and don your best costume for this less-than-a-mile stretch of obstacles!
• Bring your dog for the 5k snowshoe and watch the Avy Dogs training demo
• Tell all of your friends about this weekend and register for an event TODAY!

Swag & Giveaways
GoPro is offering a FREE GoPro LCD BacPac with the purchase of a HD HERO2 camera. You can score this deal at the GoPro Booth in Gear Town (by Solaris Plaza) or at any participating local retail shops including Vail Sports.

Come by the Teva tent or Vendetta’s to enter to win a prize package of Tevas, GoPros, Zeal Optics, Maui Jims, First Ascent jackets, Thule luggage, and Chipotle gift cards. They'll be giving away 1 prize package per day at 4pm at Vendetta's.

7 Wonders of Vail
Sunday is the new Saturday. You know why? Because you can ride the 7 Back Bowls of Vail and then party like it's 2012 with your fellow Wonder-ers at Mountain Plaza from 2-4pm.

With your registration, you'll receive a ticket to claim a free drink, food and gift at the after party, as well as a chance to win $100 bucks and other prizes (must be present to win). Complete details here.

New snow comes to Vail!

2012-01-28T16:45:00.002-07:00

Vail received more than 30" of snow in the past 2 weeks. winter is back! Come to Vail, Buy Vail! www.LandinVail.com

The Latest and Greatest From Vail.

2011-12-26T13:49:00.001-07:00

Vail Mountain Opens New Cross Country Track at Eagle’s Nest

VAIL, Colo. — Dec. 23, 2011 — Vail Mountain, the largest ski resort in the United States, opened the first ever cross country track at Eagle’s Nest today, Friday, Dec. 23, 2011. The 5K track is located at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola (#19), just west of the Pride Express Lift (#26) overlooking Mount of the Holy Cross.
“This is a great opportunity for us to introduce our guests to the basics of classic track skiing in a stunning environment that offers beautiful views and the Gore Range as a backdrop,” said Joe Schmitt, supervisor of the Vail Mountain Nordic School. “It also offers guests the opportunity to learn the art of cross-country skiing before venturing out on a wilderness tour with the Nordic School.”
The new track offers various cross country routes that include flats suited for beginners as well as rolling terrain for the more experienced skier. It is open to the public free of charge during gondola operating hours and a valid season pass or foot passenger ticket is required to ride the gondola.
The Vail Nordic School offers lessons daily from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and guests can register at the Golden Peak Nordic School desk at 9:30 a.m. to get outfitted for the lesson. Transportation is provided from Golden Peak to Lionshead and the Eagle Bahn Gondola (#19). Lessons are $87 and include all rental equipment. Reservations are not required.
More Activities at Adventure Ridge
In addition to the new cross country track Adventure Ridge at Eagle’s Nest offers tubing, kids’ snowmobiling, bungee trampolines and ski biking Sunday and Monday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with the last tubing session beginning at 3:30 p.m. and Tuesday through Saturday beginning at 11 a.m. and into the evening. Ski biking is offered Tuesday through Saturday beginning at 4:45 p.m.
For more information about the cross country track or for lesson reservations, call (970) 754-3210. For more information about Vail Mountain including Adventure Ridge, visit Vail.com or contact the Mountain Information Center at (970) SKI-VAIL (754-8425).
About Vail Mountain
Quickly approaching its 50th anniversary in December 2012 and coveted as the largest ski resort in the United States with more than 5,000 acres of skiable terrain, Vail is an extraordinary winter vacation destination. Spanning seven miles are seven legendary Back Bowls, blanketed last season with more than 40 feet of powder snow. Under blue skies more than 300 days each year and with more groomed terrain than anywhere on the planet, families reconnect and celebrate here from year to year and generation to generation. The vacation experience is world class, from the Vail Ski & Snowboard School to the events, activities and festivals, the shops and spas, abundant culinary experiences and luxurious accommodations. Coupled with the vision inherent in the spirit of Vail’s founders, and a modern day commitment to excellence in all aspects of guest service and operations, Vail can still credibly lay claim to being a resort like nothing on earth. www.LandinVail.com for all things real estate in Vail, Colorado.

Great Music comes to Beaver Creek

2011-12-21T17:47:00.001-07:00

From the Vail Daily.
BEAVER CREEK — Somewhere Charlie Brown is smiling.

Virtuoso pianist George Winston takes music you know, like Vince Guaraldi's work with the Charlie Brown episodes and makes it his.

Let's say he Winstonized it.

It often does no good to fiddle with an original composition. Can anyone hear “A Fifth of Beethoven” without becoming physically ill?

But then, by George, Guaraldi's Charlie Brown music is Winstonized and it makes you say, “Yeah, that works.”

Winston plays Thursday night in Beaver Creek at the Vilar Performing Arts Center. It's a delightful way to spend an evening, and it's also a benefit for the local Salvation Army's food bank.

“There's always a local charity, people who get food to people,” Winston said in a telephone interview.

The local Salvation Army gets proceeds from the CD sales at the show.

Winston's voice
It's no small thing to find your voice, and Winston's is distinctive. It's identifiable but not overbearing on his latest album, “Love Will Come: The Music of Vince Guaraldi, Vol. 2.” It features Winston's version of compositions by the late jazz pianist, including pieces from the Peanuts television specials.

He repeatedly watched all 16 Peanuts episodes for which Guaraldi wrote the music, carefully dissected all his albums, and Guaraldi's wife loaned him the family tapes. He got to hear eight takes of some things.

When he found “Love Will Come No. 2” he knew he'd found a winner.

It doesn't always work that way.

He tried to Winstonize about 30 Frank Zappa songs. Two worked out.

Vince Guaraldi, Professor Longhair and The Doors all seem to lend themselves to Winstonization.

“I want to do everything they do because I love everything. It works, lives and breathes as a piano solo,” Winston said.

He's making more original music, he said.

“I never considered myself a composer by temperament,” he said.

He was in Ohio when he came across The Doors “Moonlight Drive.” He made his own version.

He has to do things differently than Jim Morrison and Ray Manzerek, the essence of Winstonization. There's no singing, no slide guitar.

TV free zone
Winston grew up in Montana without television. He started playing the organ in 1967 when he heard The Doors. He switched to piano a few years later and came up with a style he calls folk piano to go with the stride piano style popularized by New Orleans pianists.

Eventually, the road and years of practice led him to his voice, his particular sound.

“I think I'm still finding the voice. When I start to think all the pieces are there, something else pops up,” he said.

Forcing your voice can kill it, he said.

“You can nurture it, encourage it,” he said. “You have influences, but your main influence is yourself. You're still filtering everything. You take what you hear and filter it through your own experiences and what's available.

“If you are a painter and all you have is a cave, that's what you'll use,” Winston said.

Good bye 2009!

2009-12-27T14:21:00.005-07:00

I am so happy we are done with this year! The good news is that if you are thinking about real estate, prices should remain low for quite some time and hopefully the lowest mortgage rates in years will be easier to obtain!

There is great inventory in the Vail Valley and now is a great time to buy real estate! Vail and Beaver Creek has some incredible deals with pricing as low as what was available in the early 2000s.

If you have an interest or know of anyone desiring Vail Colorado, feel free to give me a call any time. visit www.LandInVail.com for more information.

Real estate loans are available

2009-01-17T10:53:00.003-07:00

As we move deeper into 2009, and we are just days away from the inauguration. I have spoken with a variety of lenders. Rates are the lowest in many years and I do not expect to see much of an increase if any for quite some time. Simply put, now is the time to buy. construction costs are down and even though some sellers may not have figured it out yet, we have seen many price reductions in our market and sellers will look at much deeper offers. It may take a few homes to get it, but they are coming around slowly. At least in the Vail Valley, real estate may never be lower and now is a great time to make offers.

If interested, send me an e-mail at dlandin@slifer.net.

Filing 3 Lot 45 Brightwater~Gypsum, Colorado

2008-11-05T14:59:00.005-07:00

"Excluxive opportunity to own in a private gated golf community for under $200K. Enjoy all of the luxury amenities BrightWater has to offer. Take advantage of this once in a life time opportunity, lots are usually in the $3-$500K range. $70,000 membership included with sale."
6,098 Sq. Ft.

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Fil 3 Lot 45 Brightwater

Filing 24 Lot 35 Eagle Ranch~Eagle, Colorado

2008-11-05T14:52:00.003-07:00

"One of the lowest priced lots in the Highlands. Unbelievable sunny elevated homesite. Easy build access with views of Castle Peak, Sawatch Mountain Range, and Eagle Ranch Golf Course. Hiking and bike trails out your door."

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Fil 24 Lot 35 Eagle Ranch

Filing 14 Lot 38 Eagle Ranch~Eagle, Colorado

2008-11-05T14:46:00.004-07:00

"Beautiful site backing to open space on Brush Creek. A flat, easy build site."

17,860 Square Feet

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Fil 14 Lot 38

Fil 14 Lot 40 Eagle Ranch ~Eagle, Colorado

2008-11-05T14:24:00.004-07:00

"Beautiful site backing to open space on Brush Creek. A flat, easy build site."

16.998 Sq. Ft.

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Fil 14 Lot 40 Eagle Ranch

220 Hearthstone~Brightwater

2008-11-05T14:10:00.004-07:00

"3-Bedroom, 3-bath home includes $70,000 membership that includes all amenities of the Brighwater Club, beautiful views of Castle Peak across the first fairway. Enjoy all of the amenities of the Brightwater Club from this fabulous designed and furnished home."

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220 Hearthstone, Brightwater

93 S. Penstemon Lane Eagle Ranch~Eagle, Colorado

2008-11-05T13:16:00.006-07:00

"2008" Green built home with incredible features. This 4-Bedroom, 5.5 bath home is super insulated and includes many energy efficient appliances such as high efficiency boiler with true in floor radiant heat. This home has spectacular views.

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93 S. Penstemon

315 Penstemon Lane Eagle Ranch~Eagle, Colorado

2008-11-05T12:54:00.006-07:00

315 Penstemon Lane~Eagle, Colorado

"This beautiful 5-bedroom, 4.75-bath, 4224+/- sq. ft. home is located on an elevated homesite. With expansive views of Castle Peak, The Flattops, and golf course fairways. Features include; main floor master, gourmet kitchen, vaulted wood ceilings in the great room and study/guest room, and a huge wraparound deck. Available for occupancy spring of 2008."

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315 N. Penstemon Lane

78 Haystacker Eagle Ranch~Eagle, Colorado

2008-11-05T12:27:00.007-07:00

"Robust Colorado Craftsman home located on 17th fairway in Eagle Ranch. Features 6-Bedrooms and 6-baths, gourmet kitchen, lock off apartment and the finest of finishes. Perfect home for large gatherings and playing in the park across the street."

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78 Haystacker

2485 E. Haystacker Eagle Ranch, Eagle, Colorado

2008-11-05T12:06:00.008-07:00

"This Grand Colorado estate located in The Highlands in Eagle Ranch, boasts magnificent views, generous living spaces, and a superb location next to The Highlands Park. 6-Bedrooms, 6-Baths, Gourmet Kitchen/Hearth Room flows easily into a majestic great toom. Unbelievable Master!"
This home is still under construction~more pictures after completion.

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2485 E. Haystacker

2753 E. Haystacker Eagle Ranch~Eagle Colorado

2008-11-05T12:01:00.007-07:00

"Located in the Highlands neighborhood, this majestic home has all the finest finishes and amenities in a well laid out 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath floorplan. Grand views dominate the main floor. Must see to appreciate."

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2753 E. Haystacker

66 Aster Court Eagle Ranch~Eagle, Colorado

2008-11-05T11:53:00.007-07:00

"Magnificent 5-bedroom, 4.5 bath home has incredible views from the rear deck, front covered patio offers some of the finest finishes in Eagle Ranch. This home has two stone fireplaces as well as in-floor radiant heat and air conditioning."

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66 Aster Court