Real estate in Breckenridge is reaching new standards with the upcoming exclusive One Ski Hill Place at the base of Peak 8, ski-in/ski-out.  Peak 9 offers the fabulous Beaver Run Resort, the Great Divide Lodge, Village at Breckenridge, and Main Street Station right downtown and only steps from the lifts.  

Peak 8, Peak 9, the back bowls, and the T-Bars are open for snowy fun.  Looking form 9,600 feet at fabulous Peak 9, skiers are sprinkled down the slopes.  From Freeway Terrain Pack and the Ski School Learning zone up at about 10,000 feet, folks are mingling and getting going.  A few skiers already made it up to Ten Mile Station at 10,460 feet earlier today and others have free reign at 11,059 feet at the top of Peak 8. 

From Vista Haus you can see the town with snow covered Rocky Mountains forever in the background.  On the Peak 8 Half Pipe, groomers are perfecting the new snow for today’s adventures.  And way up there at 12,141 feet in the high-alpine Horseshoe Bowl, the strong of heart are experiencing what it’s like to be on top of the world.

On every mountain, the impeccable grooming stands out in North American resorts.  There are favorite places and terrain for every skier and rider.  Four terrain parks and three half-pipes are consistently ranked among the world’s best.  Along with 2,358 acres of pure snow-sports excitement, the perfect mountain town also features a lively après-ski scene and lots to do all year round.  The historical mining town boasts top-notch museums, theater, festivals, concerts, unique shopping, fine and casual restaurants, and plenty of interesting people.

Upcoming signature events at the resort include:

• December 18-21, 2008:  Mountain Dew Action Sports Tour
• January 4-9, 2009:  Ullr Fest
• January 20-24, 2009:  International Snow Sculpture championships
• February 21-24, 2009:  Mardi Gras
• April 1-19, 2009:  Spring Massive

Call Rick Allemang at 970-547-1002 to view these special properties or other vacation real estate in Summit County or Park County to meet your family’s budget and goals.

Leading the nation in number of skier visits, Breckenridge Ski Resort has been juggling weekend crowds too long and wants to extend the ski services and terrain onto Peak 6. The Peak 6 development plan proposes to open about 450 acres of terrain north of the ski area’s existing trails, with 285 acres above and 67 acres below the timberline served by a single new lift. At the base of the lift, the resort would build a restaurant and at the top would be a ski patrol and warming hut.

Discussions and impact studies have been ongoing. As people bring up various issues, the Resort, Forest Service, and Town are weighing the considerations. Some say Vail is twice the size, why can’t we too grow? Others say that they like living in a smaller community. Some don’t want more new development; others make a living by building mountain luxury properties. Some want to keep the backcountry on Peak 6 more secluded, and others want to be able to access it more easily. Some are concerned about elk habitat in the Ten Mile Range as herd populations in the state reach record levels. But is limiting development the solution? Most of the ski resort utilizes Forest Service lands and is surrounded by national forest.

With Colorado’s population continuing to grow at a healthy rate, Vail Resorts anticipates weekends will just get more crowded if the plan gets delayed. The goal of the expansion plan is to spread out the skiers, especially on peak days, by providing more intermediate terrain. Peak 6 is easily accessible from Main Street and is relatively safe from avalanches two important reasons for a thumbs up on the plan.

For information about resort real estate to enjoy for years to come, call Rick Allemang of RE/MAX Properties of the Summit at 970-547-1002.

Unlike Breckenridge CO homes, residents and guests of this new Dillon live-work real estate have complete access to the marvelous waters of Lake Dillon right outside the door as well as Dillon Park. La Riva Del Lago’s 37 condominium-homes in Dillon CO come in one- to three-bedroom units and are priced in the $400s.

The Summit County real-estate-investment options are wonderful for La Riva Del Lago. Both the residential and commercial spaces are surrounded by beautiful scenery and a friendly small-town business district. It is a great place to open a business, a professional service, a restaurant, or gallery. Already the development includes a bowling alley, a resort management company, a flower shop, a real-estate office, and a preschool.

For starters, residential ownership comes with reserved underground parking, a storage unit, heated walkways, decks, granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, tile and carpet throughout, wood trim and pine doors, and a gas fireplace.

The relaxed community offers recreational activities all year long. Your family and guests will enjoy the 25-mile hiking and biking path that circles the lake. Balmy summer days can be spent by the Dillon Marina. Maybe you’d like to take up fishing, sailing, or to join the Dillon Yacht Club, which boasts the highest elevation of any club in the nation at 9,000 feet. At Dillon Park, there’s baseball and tennis. Of course, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and championship golf in the majesty of the mountain area are favorites for so many people who visit and eventually move to the area. Special summer events at the lakeside amphitheatre such as performances, Farmer’s Markets, Nature Nights, and other family activities, make for wonderful memories.

As winter approaches, the clothing and equipment changes, too. People dress for hunting, downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding. When the day is done, they mingle in après ski or at the Brewery, Jersey Boys Pizza, and Pug Ryan’s.

Call Rick Allemang at (970) 547-1002 to get connected with the year round Rocky Mountain resort options perfect for your budget and needs.

This outstanding redevelopment of real estate in northern Breckenridge is only 10 minutes from Keystone Resort, 15 minutes from Copper Mountain, and less than a 5-minutes drive from the historic Town of Breckenridge and its ski resort.  Nestled in Summit County with breathtaking views of the Ten Mile Range, the surroundings offer an ideal setting for relaxation after a full day on the ski slopes, hiking trails, the neighboring Breckenridge Golf Course, or exploring the Rocky Mountains via the hundreds of miles of snow-shoe and cross-country-ski trails outside the Lofts at Ten Peaks.

The condominium-hotel’s edgy façade features a mountain contemporary feel. The stack farmer’s blended stone veneer, heavy timber post-and-beam accents, and stained-spruce siding juxtaposed with rusted cold-rolled steel siding—all blending to create a refined architectural style.
Not only the striking design but the amenities will draw buyers immediately to the proposed development. Construction is scheduled to begin after the summer with a projected completion date sometime in the spring of 2010. Besides being able to rent portions of the units, owners and guests will enjoy hotel components such as a reception area, game room, conference room, workout room, sauna, a lounge, locker room, and lobby with a sitting area, patios, underground parking, and above-ground hot tubs. A convenient shuttle will service Town and ski runs.

Located on Route 9 only 6.5 miles from I-70 exit 203 on the site of the present Wayside Inn, the new development is bordered by High Tor Condominiums to the north, Highlands Greens to the west, Vic’s Landing to the east, and Tiger Road to the south, with an entrance from High Tor Road.

For more information about this great opportunity, contact Rick Allemang at (970) 547-1002.

Fronted by a gold medal trout stream, the layout of the 192 acres of Rocky Mountain real estate in Silverthorne, Colorado creatively preserves native wildlife and the pristine beauty of its mountain habitat. Half of Angler Mountain Ranch is dedicated open space offering homeowners space to roam and explore. Private community hiking trails merge with the Ptarmigan Trail and trail systems that connect all of the Summit County communities and more. Ranch trails are used for hiking and biking, and feature 2.5 miles of cross-country skiing trails right on the Ranch. In addition, water recreation at the Angler Mountain Ranch’s private lake is sure to keep the entire family busy canoeing and boating. How about world-class trout fishing here and in the Blue River?

Seventeen single-family home sites feature westerly views of the Buffalo and Red Mountains as they also back to open spaces and easily access the private trails. Most offer uphill terrain for walkout basement possibilities. All are carefully designed to maximize the expansive views while protecting the natural environment. Phase I lots are selling in the high $300,000s for over a half acre with large building envelopes with views of wetlands, the stream, and woods.

Angler Mountain Ranch is also opening its first paired residences for those who would like a more carefree mountain lifestyle. The timber-and-stone architecture seamlessly integrates with the awe-inspired setting. The warmth and charm is accentuated by Alder doors and trim. Look for an open floor plan with living areas on two levels, perfect for entertaining family and friends. Homes feature over 2,200 square feet of living space with plenty of private spaces for reading and relaxing. A wonderful gourmet kitchen with slab-granite countertops and alder cabinets lends itself to cooking up some French cooking or tasty Polish kolachi. Unload your groceries from the heated two-car garage. You’ll never have to think about outside upkeep; the homeowners association fully maintains exteriors and grounds.

Right at the Ranch, the marvelous views and experiences are breathtaking every season of the year, 24 hours a day. Truly, all generations will create deep memories of living and visiting in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.

Contact Rick Allemang at (970) 547-1002 for information on this unique opportunity to purchase a family retreat.

Since building a new home is an experience of a lifetime, it is important to be prepared and map out the journey. Knowing how to select a builder, you will have confidence and be able to make sure that the project turns out like the dream home in your mind.
Before selecting a builder, educate yourself in all areas of the construction industry. Learn about cost analysis and compare products. Internalize the lingo so that when you interview potential builders, you will be able to convey information and understand their responses. If you provide accurate information about the design and features that you want in your new mountain home, the builders will be able to provide you with more accurate estimates.
While you are absorbing information, keep yourself in a fluid state of mind. A home that you see in a magazine may be on a flat building site and you chose one on the side of a hill. Comparing projects is like looking at different kinds of fruit: they are similarly sweet and delicious but quite different in taste and texture. Experienced architects and contractors do not use cost per square foot analysis as much as they try to work within your budget and add as many features as you request according to priority. Prices can vary widely depending on finishes, hardware, fixtures, material selections, and unique site conditions.

Start asking around about builders. Look for a builder with a trustworthy reputation, one with happy clients, and a company with longevity and stability that reflects good management and delivery. Although some good builders choose not to affiliate with industry associations, ask prospective builders if they belong to the National Association of Home Builders (HAHB).

Ask for a few references for each builder and arrange to visit the homes that they have built. During your tour, you can ask the owners how the construction of the home went. Was it completed on time and within budget? Did the builder take a personal interest in the home and suggest helpful ways to overcome any unforeseen obstacles? Is the owner happy with the home and would he/she buy another home from the same builder?

While you are weighing all of the variables, be sure to look for a builder who likes to build the style that you are looking for. If you want a simply stock home, don’t hire a builder of high-end custom homes.  And look to see the styles that the builder seems most comfortable with to be sure you have a good fit.

Now, when you interview the builders compare the answers from each one with the responses from the clients that you interviewed during your tours. Once you make a choice, get the builder’s commitment to be on the site at least two times a week—or choose a small company where the builder is always there with the crew.  Stay tuned for more details about the building process.

This luxurious Breckenridge real estate is located just steps from the Colorado and Rocky Mountain SuperChair lifts and the new BreckConnect Gondola that links Peak 8 with the restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions in downtown Breckenridge, Colorado—the most popular ski resort in the United States. Located about two hours west of Denver International Airport on Interstate 70, Breckenridge Resort offers a cornucopia of recreational and scenic adventures nestled in the mountains and forests of the Rocky Mountain Range.

Breckenridge combines with legendary RockResorts to offer one of the most deluxe options for wholly owned homes in Breckenridge. The RockResorts name is associated with RockResorts Spas, informal elegance, stupendous service, and award-winning cuisine.  RockResorts’ luxury resort hotels offer casually elegant accommodations, lavish RockResorts Spasâ„¢, renowned golf courses, award-winning dining and a variety of exciting outdoor adventures. The nearby RockResorts collection includes accommodations in Aspen, Beaver Creek, Keystone, Cordillera, and Vail.

Eventually, One Ski Hill Place will cater to residents of 250 to 300 homes—ranging from 500 square-foot studios to four-bedroom homes four times larger—featuring high ceilings, natural wood and stone materials, stunning living rooms with fireplaces, and large windows with breathtaking alpine views. Each home also boasts wood floors in the kitchen, granite countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, a five-piece master bath, a spacious deck, and Wi-Fi connections.

As one of the newest centerpieces of the resorts, the village at One Ski Hill Place offers a variety of lodging, dining, and entertainment options. Watch for a sunny slope-side skiers’ plaza and multiple dining locations such as a skier restaurant, a café, après-ski bar, and an owner’s ski lounge. Additionally, plans call for an on-site ski school, a childcare facility, a great room, a media room, a fitness center with sports-massage rooms, aquatics center with two swimming pools, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, a sauna, a steam room, an outdoor fireplace, a 5,000-square-foot conference center, and heated underground parking.  More than 6,000 square feet of retail space and a 5,000-square-foot conference center round out the design. Future phases will also include a RockResorts Spa.

The construction follows the Green Globes rating system featuring recycled materials, low energy windows, fiber cement siding, faucet and toilet sensors in the common areas, engineered hardwood flooring, native stone, Energy Star appliances, and water-saving devices.

For expert guidance buying property in the area, contact Rick Allemang at 970-547-1002.

Hundreds of new luxurious Breckenridge homes will be gracing the slopes in the upper floors of several multi-use complexes. New prime ski-in/ski-out real estate in Breckenridge, starting with Crystal Peak Lodge, will make it easier for skiers to live in style right on the slopes.  Eventually, Peak 7 will add 161 residences and Peak 8 will add 275. Grand Timber Lodge, Gold Point Condominiums, and Grand Lodge on Peak 7 are additional new developments slowly appearing on the slopes of Breckenridge Resort.

In addition to the residential units, several multi-use buildings offer everything a skier could possibly want or need right downstairs on the lower levels. The immense, luxuriant chalet buildings will offer all of the amenities, facilities, services, and high finishes that second-home owners and vacationers are longing for. Buyers who want conference spaces, places for fitness, aquatics, media and games, lobby bars with rock fireplaces, water features, hot tubs, swimming pools, and even an on-site bowling alley will find them all. With convenient restaurants, shops, and ski services, these little communities are great one-stop family retreats.

The ski school at the base of Peak 9 will move to Upper Silverthorne above the old ballet course. An open-carrier, gondola-type lift will transport equipment up the mountain for beginning skiers. The school will be accessible via a new detachable lift with a mid-station where lower-level students can disembark. The resort will replace C chair with a faster detachable six-chair. There has also been talk about a 10,000-square-foot building for the ski school.

The Resort will relocate the Independence SuperChair, placing it within steps of the new Peak 7 base and the new BreckConnect Gondola. Peak 7 will also be making snow. The Rocky Mountain Superchair at the base of Peak 8 will move to a spot where North Star comes into Lower Dukes to encourage upper mountain circulation. Another chair will come out of the north bowls to access Peak 7 form Peak 8. Over time, main base will shift from Peak 7 to Peak 8.  County Road 3 will move slightly lower on the slope and transform itself into ski terrain. Somewhere in the Peak 7 mix, the resort plans to put in a new ski school, midway unloading station, and restaurant.

The 400 acres on Peak 6—double the size of Peaks 7 and 10—will feature some wonderful intermediate skiing above the timberline to accommodate visiting intermediate skiers. However, Peak 6 also offers extreme skiing options, among North America’s finest.

All of the properties mentioned are a hop, skip, and a jump from downtown’s restaurants, clubs, theater, galleries, boutiques, and friendly camaraderie.  The free shuttle stops nearby ready to whisk recreationists and their gear to any of the major resorts in the area.