About our Neighborhoods/Barrios
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Vail Minturn Eagle-Vail Avon & Wildridge Mountain Star
Beaver Creek Bachelor Gulch Arrowhead Edwards & Lake Creek
Singletree Cordillera Cordillera Valley Club Wolcott & Bellyache
Red Sky Ranch Eagle Eagle Ranch Gypsum Brightwater Club
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Vail Minturn Eagle-Vail Avon & Wildridge Mountain Star
Beaver Creek Bachelor Gulch Arrowhead Edwards & Lakecreek
Singletree Cordillera Cordillera Valley Club Wolcott & Bellyache
Red Sky Ranch Eagle Eagle Ranch Gypsum Brightwater Club
Alpine ambiance. A blend of American and European cultures. When it comes to ski resorts in America, Vail is consistently rated at the top of the list. In the summer, fill your days with Colorado wildflowers and your nights with cultural events like the Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival at the Ford Amphitheatre, the Vail Institute andSymposium and the Vail International Dance Festival.
In the winter, soft powder blankets the largest ski mountain in the United States, with 7 natural bowls, 3 terrain parks, 34 lifts and 193 trails on 5,289 acres. At Adventure Ridge, Vail’s on-mountain activity center, there’s fun for the whole family day and night.
Vail Village and LionsHead form the heart of town with renowned shopping, dining and entertainment. Cobblestone streets and walkways. Incomparable single-family homes and exclusive condominium residences. Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate is the exclusive brokerage for Vail’s New Dawn™, a renaissance from Golden Peak in Vail Village to LionsHead that includes new residential properties and lodging, shopping and fine dining. A dynamic, year-round community with no comparison.
Elevation:
Towns and local peaks range from 8,200 to 11,570 feet.
Climate:
275 days of sunshine each year. The average summer daytime temperatures range from the mid-60s to the mid-80s. The average snowfall each year is approximately 346 inches.
Population:
Approximately 4,800 year-round residents.
Schools/Enrollment:
Red Sandstone Elementary School: 224; Vail Mountain School (private K-12): 250.
Churches:
The Vail Interfaith Chapel and the Chapel at Beaver Creek host six denominations in their Interfaith Community.
Special Amenities:
Summer: Municipal and private tennis courts, paved bicycle paths, miles of backcountry biking and hiking trails, fly-fishing and whitewater rafting, a kayak park and a skateboard park.
Winter: 5,289 acres, 193 trails, 7 bowls, three terrain parks, cross-country ski and snowshoe Nordic Center, ice skating rinks, Adventure Ridge Activity Center, nighttime activities and horse-drawn sleigh ridges.
Arts & Culture:
Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival; Vail International Dance Festival; Vail Nature Center; Colorado Ski Museum and Skiing Hall of Fame; Vail Symposium; Vail Institute, Vail Film Festival, Hot Summer Nights Concert Series (summer) and Wednesday Night Free Streetbeat Concert Series (winter).
Restaurants & Entertainment:
More than 100 restaurants, bars and nightclubs; two movie theatre complexes; concert performances at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater or Vilar Pavilion; on-going street entertainment; the Taste of Vail and the Vail Film Festival.
Children’s Activities:
2 pods of children’s ski and snowboard school: LionsHead Kids and Golden Peak ski schools; year-round supervised recreational programs; day and night activities at Adventure Ridge;
on-mountain Adventure Zones; and teens Night Owl program.
Hiking:
Gore Creek Trail is a popular 3-mile hike in East Vail. The Grand Traverse offers stunning views of Vail’s Back Bowls. A multitude of other hiking and biking trails can be found online or through guidebooks such as “Vail’s 12 Short Hikes” by Tracy Salcedo.
Transportation:
Fly Vail Summer Vail/Eagle County Airport
7 daily flights; Nonstop flights from Dallas, Chicago and Denver with one-stop connections to over 100 cities in North America; Wide variety of ground transportation options, including Dollar Car Rental, Colorado Mountain Express shuttle service, taxis, buses, and chauffeured limousines.
Medical Facilities:
Vail Valley Medical Center has a main hospital in Vail Village, including Howard Head Sports Medicine Center & the Steadman Hawkins Clinic, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
Founded during the silver rush in the late 1800's, and a short distance down the road from the 'more recent' developments of Vail and Beaver Creek, you'll find the sleepy township of Minturn. A small but burgeoning antique industry has taken off in this community accompanied by a variety of restaurants to visit conveniently located within its parochial retail center.
The Eagle River winds alongside this picturesque mountain village adding to its charm and beauty. Property types found in Minturn range from quaint single-family homes to townhomes and small businesses.
Population:
The town's population has traditionally been long time locals who appreciate the history and charm of the area.
Restaurants & Entertainment:
Restaurants include the famous Saloon and the Turntable, known for their Boos Burritos. Also in Minturn is The Minturn Country Club where you can grill your own steak!
Skiing:
Locals have been skiing from Vail to the Saloon in Minturn for decades, participating in what's come to be known as "The Minturn Mile." To the Top↑
Peaceful. Convenient. When you live in Eagle-Vail, you know your neighbors. The perfect family community, minutes away from Vail and Beaver Creek®, Eagle-Vail offers affordable, year-round living. Socialize with friends as you enjoy the Eagle River, mountain-peak horizons and sunny, tree-lined streets.
In the winter go cross-country skiing, spend the day snowshoeing or watch your kids play hockey. In the summer relax and read at the community pool or sit on the shore of the trout-fishing pond. Test yourself on the Willow Creek par-3 or the Eagle-Vail 18-hole community golf club courses. Head up to the top of Eagle Drive and hike backcountry trails over to Beaver Creek. It’s that close.
Single-family homes, townhomes and condominiums offer a range of reasonably priced opportunities. Colorado living. Convenient location.
Elevation:
Ranges from 7,480 feet in Avon to 7,600 feet in Eagle-Vail and 8,000 feet in Wildridge.
Climate:
In the summer, average daytime temperatures range from the mid-70s to the
mid-80s with an average of 300 days of sunshine each year. The lower elevations of Avon and Eagle-Vail make them warmer than the cool, alpine climate of Wildridge.
Population:
Eagle-Vail has approximately 4,000 year-round residents, while Avon & Wildridge have a little over 6,500 year-round residents.
Amenities:
Tree-lined streets, a convenient location and the Eagle River. Eagle-Vail features the Willow Creek, par-3 golf course, the Eagle-Vail 18-hole community course, fly-fishing on Eagle River and a skateboard park. A trout pond and community hall are located at the Pavilion. In Avon & Wildridge you’ll find Nottingham Park with a recreational lake and equipment rentals, a recreation center with a swimming pool and the Avon Public Library. In addition to a variety of specialty shopping and restaurants, there is a town center plaza, Chapel Square, a Super Wal-Mart® and Home Depot®.
Transportation:
Bus service to Vail is available in Eagle-Vail; in Avon there is town bus service and connections to Vail, Beaver Creek and down valley.
Schools:
Avon Elementary School ( 405), Meadow Mountain Elementary School ( 195), Minturn Middle School ( ) Battle Mountain High School (700). To the Top↑
A mix of locals and visitors, location and affordability. Early English immigrants in the area named the land Avon because it reminded them of the Avon River Valley in England, birthplace of William Shakespeare. In small-town Avon, you’ll find pocket parks, playgrounds and Nottingham Lake. A town center plaza with shopping and restaurants, Chapel Square, Super Wal-Mart® and Home Depot® serve locals and the surrounding communities. The 1-70 corridor offers convenience and easy access to Beaver Creek, Vail and the White River National Forest. A proposed gondola will soon connect Avon to Beaver Creek.
On the ridges and ravines above the commercial core is Wildridge. Sharply defined ridges and panoramic vistas mean you’ll see for miles. In Wildridge, you can take a walk among the wildflowers or watch the 4th of July fireworks with the kids from some of the best views in the Vail Valley. For those who want a home without spending too much, there are single-family residences, condominiums and townhomes.
Elevation:
Ranges from 7,480 feet in Avon to 7,600 feet in Eagle-Vail and 8,000 feet in Wildridge.
Climate:
In the summer, average daytime temperatures range from the mid-70s to the mid-80s with an average of 300 days of sunshine each year. The lower elevations of Avon and Eagle-Vail make them warmer than the cool, alpine climate of Wildridge.
Population:
Eagle-Vail has approximately 4,000 year-round residents, while Avon & Wildridge have a little over 6,500 year-round residents.
Amenities:
Tree-lined streets, a convenient location and the Eagle River. Eagle-Vail features the Willow Creek, par-3 golf course, the Eagle-Vail 18-hole community course, fly-fishing on Eagle River and a skateboard park. A trout pond and community hall are located at the Pavilion. In Avon & Wildridge you’ll find Nottingham Park with a recreational lake and equipment rentals, a recreation center with a swimming pool and the Avon Public Library. In addition to a variety of specialty shopping and restaurants, there is a town center plaza, Chapel Square, a Super Wal-Mart® and Home Depot®. Coming soon is a gondola connecting Avon to Beaver Creek Resort.
Transportation:
Bus service to Vail is available in Eagle-Vail; in Avon there is town bus service and connections to Vail, Beaver Creek and down valley.
Schools:
Avon Elementary School ( 405), Meadow Mountain Elementary School (195 ), Minturn Middle School ( ) Battle Mountain High School (700). To the Top↑
As far as the eye can see. That’s your view in Mountain Star, one of the most outstanding private residential areas in the Vail Valley. Mountain Star is a gated community on a series of south-facing hillside terraces with unobstructed views of Beaver Creek, Bachelor Gulch and Arrowhead.
Exceptional privacy. Uncommonly low density. Mountain Star is one of Colorado’s most environmentally conscious communities with 75 percent of the land permanently remaining in its natural state. Only 90 single-family homesites have been included on its 1,300 acres of slate-green sage, rolling meadows and woody glades that lead into the White River National Forest.
A year-round, on-site caretaker provides a variety of services, while Ranch Central features an elegantly appointed “community living room” for entertainment and relaxation. Avon, Beaver Creek and Vail are minutes away. Beautiful trees. Great views. Privacy and serenity.
Elevation:
Ranges from 8,300 to 9,200 feet.
Climate:
An abundance of sun can be found in this south-facing community that receives an average of 300 days of sunshine each year.
Population:
Only 90 single-family homesites have been created on this community’s 1,300 acres. Presently a little over 50 homes exist with approximately 30% occupied by year-round residents.
Amenities:
An on-site caretaker provides a variety of services. Ranch Central features an elegantly appointed “community living room.” Miles of hiking and biking trails lead you into the White River National Forest. Easy access to the commercial core of Avon, the Vail Valley’s resorts, and golf courses up and down the valley. To the Top↑
Prestigious. Exceptional quality. Consistent ranked one of the most popular ski resorts in North America, Beaver Creek Resort® celebrates its silver anniversary this year. Beaver Creek combines the best in high-quality mountain living, including fine dining, the arts, shopping and a championship golf course.
Year-round, endless trails await you. In the summer, Beaver Creek has all that Colorado has to offer and more. And throughout the year, the state-of-the-art Vilar Center for the Performing Arts presents concerts, international entertainment and numerous acclaimed community events.
In the winter you can ski steeps, bumps, gladed terrain or enjoy the Vail Valley’s first European village-to-village skiing experience that links Beaver Creek with Bachelor Gulch Village and Arrowhead. Beaver Creek is known worldwide and is a regular stop on the World Cup Ski Tour. In winter 2006, the Larkspur Express opened, making it the fourth high-speed lift to open in the last three years.
Buyers will be impressed by the ski-in/ski-out opportunities and the exceptional collection of townhomes and condominiums within the resort.
The finest of amenities, services, security and privacy.
Elevation:
Ranges from 8,100 to approximately 11,500 feet.
Climate:
Average winter daytime temperatures range from the mid-30s to mid-40s, and the average annual snowfall is 310 inches. Summer daytime temperatures range from the mid-60s to the mid-80s with an average 300 days of sunshine each year.
Population:
200 registered year-round Eagle County voters and a significant second-homeowner population.
Churches:
The Chapel hosts Baptist, Catholic, Episcopal, Jewish, Lutheran and Presbyterian.
Special Amenities:
Summer: Advenure packages, paved bicycle paths, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding and a weekly rodeo. Year-round: Ice skating rink, the medical center and the Vilar Center for the Arts.
Winter: Skiing, snowboard parks, World Cup ski racing, snowshoe race series, cross-country skiing and a village-to-village trail.
Arts & Culture:
The Vilar Center presents concerts and numerous community events. Bravo Vail Valley Music Festival; Prima, Beaver Creek Culinary Festival; Annual Oktoberfest; art gallery tours and shows; antique shows; street entertainment.
Restaurants, Shopping & Entertainment:
Gourmet dining to casual fare and shopping experiences from fine boutiques to specialty shops. Art galleries, a concert series and street performers offer year-round entertainment.
Children’s Activities:
Vilar Center’s children’s programs, summer recreation programs, a children’s theater and workshop, kids’ on-mountain Adventure Zones offer a variety of activities.
Hiking:
Beaver Lake is a moderate 3.3-mile hike starting from Elk Track Road or visit the Beaver Creek Hiking center which offers nature hikes for all ages and ability levels with expert local guides. Take a gentle stroll through wooded mountainside trails or summit a Colorado 14'er - the
choice is yours.
Transportation:
Free shuttle around Beaver Creek with direct access to Avon and Vail.
Medical Facilities:
Vail Valley Medical Center has a main hospital in Vail Village, including Howard Head Sports Medicine Center & the Steadman Hawkins Clinic, regional health centers from Eagle to Vail and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
Big, expansive views. Luxurious accommodations. Bachelor Gulch Village® is the only totally on-mountain residential community in the Vail Valley and a premier resort like no other. Almost 85% of its homes have ski-in/ski-out access. And its charming architecture of quaint street lamps, rustic stone, timbers and massive logs is reminiscent of the scenic grand lodges found in our country’s national parks like Yosemite, the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone.
Named after a group of bachelors who settled this secluded spot 100 years ago, today a whole new generation has the opportunity to experience incomparable living “on the mountain.” A local’s favorite is to hike or ski the 3.7-mile Village-to-Village™ trail that links Bachelor Gulch with Beaver Creek and Arrowhead.
In Bachelor Gulch, limited availability makes homes and townhomes highly valued. On Daybreak Ridge or Horizon Pass you’ll find custom, spectacular homes and homesites, while Hummingbird’s exclusive condominiums and homes feature dramatic views of the Gore Range and Red and White Mountain. With many of these properties, you can ski right up to your door. Owners have the additional option of becoming members of the Bachelor Gulch Club, The Ritz-Carlton®, Bachelor Gulch or Red Sky Ranch and Golf Club. Panoramic. Incomparable. A resort community in harmony with nature.
Elevation:
Ranges from approximately 8,100 to 9,560 feet.
Climate:
Average summer daytime temperatures range from the mid-60s to mid-80s, and there is an average of 300 days of sunshine each year. Average winter daytime temperatures range from the mid-30s to mid-40s, and there is an average snowfall of 331 inches each year.
Golf Course:
Select property owners in Bachelor Gulch Village have the additional option of becoming golf members at the Club at Cordillera or Red Sky Ranch and Golf Club.
Ski Resort:
Bachelor Gulch Village is the central ski village in the 3.7-mile Village-to-Village™ trail that links Bachelor Gulch with Beaver Creek® and Arrowhead®.
Hiking:
The 3.7-mile Village-to-Village hiking and biking trail crosses through some of Beaver Creek Mountain’s most scenic terrain. The trail begins near Beano’s Cabin in Beaver Creek and ends in Bachelor Gulch at Horizon Pass, a ridge that overlooks Arrowhead Village.
Dining:
Zach’s Cabin and Trapper’s Cabin offer private dining experiences. The Daybreak Deli, Remington’s and the Buffalo Bar are located in The Ritz-Carlton Club®.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center includes a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
A natural setting that can’t be duplicated. In Arrowhead, you can relax and renew your spirit. Pedestrian-only, you can walk everywhere within this vibrant village. And you’ll live in the safety and seclusion of a gated community with controlled access 24 hours a day.
Arrowhead’s location and high quality are unsurpassed. You are only five minutes from Edwards or Avon, and the world class fly fishing and the many hiking trails on Beaver Creek Mountain.
You can hike or ski its European-style, Village-to-Village™ trail that leads you to Beaver Creek or Bachelor Gulch.
The Arrowhead Alpine Club offers an incredibly high level of service spread out over approximately 14,000 sq.ft., and all Arrowhead property owners are invited to join this club. Valet ski services, ski lockers and private locker rooms, a member’s lounge, après ski bar, activities desk and a complete fitness center are there to enjoy by all members and guests.
Single-family and duplex homes may be found in the Cresta enclave, while homes of distinction are located on or near the Jack Nicklaus-designed Country Club of the Rockies private golf course. A select few Arrowhead residences have ski-in/ski-out access. In the summer, not only enjoy fly-fishing, but also tennis, swimming, mountain biking and much more. Gated privacy along the Eagle River. Private and convenient.
Elevation:
Ranges from 7,400 in the village to 9,100 at the peak.
Climate:
Average annual snowfall is approximately 144 inches. Spring-like conditions usually begin in March and fall conditions extend into late October and early November.
Population:
Approximately 150 permanent year-round residents.
Golf Course:
The Jack Nicklaus-designed Country Club of the Rockies, an 18-hole championship course.
Ski Resort:
Arrowhead has 180 acres of skiable terrain, 12 trails, a vertical drop of 1,700 feet and one high-speed chair. With the Village-to-Village Trail, the trails of Arrowhead are linked with Beaver Creek Village and Bachelor Gulch, creating 1,625 acres of skiable terrain on Beaver Creek Mountain.
Special Amenities:
Many vacation rentals come with access to the Arrowhead Alpine Club and its extensive recreational facilities. Arrowhead Village is a pedestrian-only village. Small, quiet, you can walk everywhere. Have a summer brunch next to the pond and waterfall. Enjoy tennis, swimming, private fly-fishing on the Eagle River, mountain biking and much more.
Hiking:
Hike approximately 2.5 miles up to the top of Arrowhead Mountain.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center includes a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
One of the fastest growing towns in the Vail Valley. Edwards is minutes away from Avon and Beaver Creek but has a warmer climate. Three distinct commercial centers. At Riverwalk, you’ll find condominiums, restaurants, and steps away in the Victorian-themed village, a market, specialty shops and a movie theater.
A nice addition to the commercial centers and social scene is the planned Eagle River Preserve. 72 acres of Vail Valley heartland which will become public open space, owned by Eagle County, for hiking, biking, fishing, wildlife viewing and other dispersed low-impact recreation. The parcel will also represent the first significant stretch of public open space between Vail and Edwards.
Family-oriented neighborhoods like Homestead feature single-family homes and spacious ranch estates on the banks of Lake Creek. At Freedom Park, you’ll find a new skatepark, recreation pond and bike paths. Quality health care can be found at the Edwards Medical Center and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center.
Lake Creek. One of the most sought after places to live in Eagle County. An alpine valley with thick forests and views of the snowcapped Sawatch Ranch, just a short distance away from everything you need. The views are an incredible backdrop to two gated communities and a select number of private homesites in Creamery Ranch; minutes away from the dining and shopping of the Riverwalk Center in Edwards and nearby Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts.
Elevation:
Ranges from approximately 7,200 feet in Edwards.
Lake Creek is a long alpine valley that begins around 7,100 feet and rises up to 7,600 feet.
Climate:
Located downvalley from the major Vail Valley resorts, the lower elevations of Lake Creek have milder winters, and spring comes earlier in the year. The higher elevations of Lake Creek have a high-alpine climate similar to the higher elevations of the Vail Valley.
Population:
The Lake Creek valley is sparsely populated, and the combined permanent, year-round population of Edwards and Lake Creek is approximately 8,500 residents.
Special Amenities:
In Edwards, three shopping areas, including Riverwalk, the Corner at Edwards and the Edwards Business Center. Enjoy a summertime Farmers Market. Year-round medical facilities and cancer treatment. In Lake Creek you’ll find Pilgrim Downs, a private and gated horse lover’s community, and Creamery Ranch, a 143-acre community built in the meadows of Lake Creek. Fly-fishing, kayaking, access to backcountry trails for year-round recreation and horseback riding.
Schools:
Edwards Elementary School: 475; Berry Creek Middle School: 331; Eagle County Charter School (K-8): 289; Vail Christian High School: 89; St. Clare of Assisi Catholic School (K-8): 168; Montessori Children’s House: 42 and Colorado Mountain College: 1779.
Transportation:
There is bus service from Edwards to Vail, Avon and Beaver Creek. To the Top↑
Singletree. An abundance of sunshine. Large homesites. The 18-hole championship golf course opens as early as March. Singletree is an ideal location, minutes from Edwards and the resort communities of Arrowhead and Beaver Creek, attracts locals and second homeowners who treasure single-family homes, condominiums and townhomes with stunning views and glorious sunsets.
The warmer climate, sloping dryland and sagebrush terrain have inspired Southwestern architecture in many of the homes of this down valley community. You’ll find adobe hideaways, duplexes and golf course residences in Berry Creek Ranch, and autumn will never look the same with your colorful view of the Sonnenalp Golf Course, Arrowhead ski area or The Sawatch Mountain Range.
From Singletree, you can hike the June Creek Trail to Wildridge or explore the beauty of the backcountry mountains. Just across the Eagle River is the commercial hub of Edwards with its fine dining and entertainment, shopping, movies and galleries. Conveniently located. Warmer climate.
Elevation:
Ranges from approximately 7,200 feet in Singletree and Edwards.
Climate:
Located in the down valley “banana belt,” the climate is warmer than the Vail Valley resorts. In Singletree, golf can begin as early as March.
Population:
There are approximately 8,000 residents in Edwards and Lake Creek, and 950 year-round residents in Singletree.
Special Amenities:
In Singletree, autumn will never look the same from your restaurant view at the Sonnenalp Golf Course. Swimming, tennis, miles of biking and hiking and a community pavilion.
In Edwards, three shopping areas, including Riverwalk, the Corner at Edwards and the Edwards Business Center. Enjoy a summertime Farmers Market. Year-round medical facilities and cancer treatment.
Schools:
Edwards Elementary School: 475; Berry Creek Middle School: 331; Eagle County Charter School (K-8): 289; Vail Christian High School: 89; St. Clare of Assisi Catholic School (K-8): 168; Montessori Children’s House: 42 and Colorado Mountain College: 1779.
Transportation:
There is bus service from Edwards to Vail, Avon and Beaver Creek. To the Top↑
Cordillera. Stunning natural beauty and abundant cultural offerings make this gated mountaintop resort of just over 7,000 acres a premier mountain living experience second to none. Four distinct golf communities with different elevations and ecosystems feature single-family homes.
At The Divide, you’ll find Cordillera’s incomparable spa and wellness center. Or enjoy The Trailhead, a place where families can enjoy outdoor adventure, winter and summer. The Ranch community was once a real working ranch. Now, you’ll find the Winter Haus Nordic Center and Hale Irwin’s 18-hole championship course that is spread across 4,000 acres of mature aspen forests and gently rolling mountain meadows. The Summit is home to a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf course, while the lower elevation of the Cordillera Valley Club community offers a longer playing season on the Tom Fazio-designed course. A variety of activities to enjoy, and Cordillera Membership options are available.
Sagebrush valley floors. Golden aspen groves. Cool alpine plateaus. Serene and private, yet minutes away from the Vail Valley’s recreational and cultural treasures. Enjoy elegant relaxation at its finest. Pamper yourself.
Elevation:
The Summit – 9,000 feet; The Ranch – 8,250 feet; The Divide – 7,800 feet; Cordillera Valley Club – 7,200 feet.
Climate:
With a diversity of elevations, Cordillera offers a range of climates, from cool, crisp summer days on The Ranch to warm evening spring and fall at the Cordillera Valley Club.
Density:
This gated community has been carved out of 7,000 acres of stunning beauty. Over 3,500 acres of land is designated as open space.
Ski Resorts:
Vail Mountain is a short, 30-minute drive away. Beaver Creek can be reached in about 15 minutes.
Special Amenities:
The Lodge & Spa at Cordillera completed a $6 million renovation and offers incomparable luxury at its full-service spa and wellness center. Cordillera features a community center with a full-time caterer, firehouse, post office and ice rink. In addition to the championship golf courses, Cordillera offers an equestrian center, a fly-fishing pond, 1 mile of fly-fishing on the Eagle River and year-round outdoor activities for kids and grandkids at The Trailhead where they have 8 weeks of day camp in the summer.
Restaurants:
Cordillera offers an array of dining venues, including the Timber Hearth Grille, offering sleigh rides in the winter and located at the Mountain Course Clubhouse; the Chaparral with breathtaking mountain views at the Cordillera Valley Course; The Divide’s Mirador and Grouse-on-the-Green Irish Pub; The Summit; and the first of its kind in private clubs, The Trailhead Family Center.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center features a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards.
The Divide at Cordillera
Beautiful views. Elegant living. Featuring architecture reminiscent of Europe’s classic mountain villages. Residents of The Divide enjoy a long list of amenities including the luxury rated Lodge & Spa at Cordillera, the Mirador restaurant, the Dave Pelz-designed “Short Course,” the authentic Grouse-on-the-Green Irish Pub, tennis courts and extensive trail systems.
The Ranch at Cordillera
Once a genuine working ranch. Four-thousand acres of meadows and mature forests. Home to Hale Irwin’s 18-hole championship course, the Mountain Course Clubhouse and Timber Hearth Grille. Life at The Ranch is social and filled with activities at the Trailhead (a country club for kids) and the Winter Haus Nordic Center.
The Summit at Cordillera
Unequalled privacy. Abundant open space. Approximately 2,700 pristine acres. 360-degree vistas of the Gore Range, New York Mountain, The Sawatch Range, Castle Peak and the Flat Tops. Enjoy the 18-hole, Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course and The Summit Club, a recreational retreat with tennis and fitness facilities. To the Top↑
A lower altitude. A longer playing season. The Cordillera Valley Club offers an18-hole Tom Fazio-designed golf course and boasts all the amenities of the Cordillera Valley Club Clubhouse, Chaparral Restaurant, pool and tennis complex. Easy access to the shopping and restaurants of Edwards has made CVC the choice of many Cordillera residents.
Easy access to the shopping and restaurants of Edwards has made CVC the choice of many Cordillera residents.
Elevation:
Cordillera Valley Club – 7,200 feet; The Summit – 9,000 feet; The Ranch – 8,250 feet; The Divide – 7,800 feet.
Climate:
With a diversity of elevations, Cordillera offers a range of climates, from cool, crisp summer days on The Ranch to warm evening spring and fall at the Cordillera Valley Club.
Density:
This gated community has been carved out of 7,000 acres of stunning beauty. Over 3,500 acres of land is designated as open space.
Ski Resorts:
Vail Mountain is a short, 30-minute drive away. Beaver Creek can be reached in about 15 minutes.
Special Amenities:
The Lodge & Spa at Cordillera has recently completed a $6 million renovation and offers incomparable luxury at its full-service spa and wellness center. Cordillera features a community center with a full-time caterer, firehouse, post office and ice rink. In addition to the championship golf courses, Cordillera offers an equestrian center, a fly-fishing pond, 1 mile of fly-fishing on the Eagle River and year-round outdoor activities for kids and grandkids at The Trailhead where they have 8 weeks of day camp in the summer. Located near the Divide is an area Post Office and Chef’s Corner.
Restaurants:
Cordillera offers an array of dining venues, including the Timber Hearth Grille, offering sleigh rides in the winter and located at the Mountain Course Clubhouse; the Chaparral with breathtaking mountain views at the Cordillera Valley Course; The Divide’s Mirador and Grouse-on-the-Green Irish Pub; The Summit; and the first of its kind in private clubs, The Trailhead Family Center.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center features a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
Spectacular mountain views. Seven miles west of Edwards. Here, you can get away from it all and be minutes away from the Vail Valley ski resorts. In the early 1900s it was one of the largest cattle shipping centers in the Western United States. Today, ranching heirs have turned Wolcott into a thriving social and gourmet attraction with The Wolcott Yacht Club, a local's favorite for lunch. In Wolcott, outdoor adventure awaits you. Whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, rock climbing, horseback riding and a rod-and-gun club.
Overlooking Wolcott from the south is Bellyache Ridge which features single-family homes on large forested sites with incredible views. And outside of town, you'll find a wide range of ranch properties that are unequaled in the West. Relax on the porch of a western-style ranch with spectacular mountain views or ride the fence line on your own working ranch property. Wide-open spaces. Private and secluded.
Elevation:
The rolling hill landscapes range from 7,000 to 8,000 feet.
Climate:
The lower elevation of the valley offers mild spring and fall weather and warmer summers with temperatures averaging from the mid-70s to the mid-80s. A cooler climate is featured in the alpine forests of juniper and aspens at the higher elevations.
Special Amenities:
Incredible views. Secluded. An exclusive country club community that can include the luxury amenities of the Bachelor Gulch club with valet parking, valet ski service and use of the private slopeside lounge at the Ritz-Carlton club, Bachelor Gulch. In nearby Wolcott, you can find a thriving social scene and gourmet food at the Wolcott Yacht Club, along with a gas station and convenience store.
Golf Courses:
Two championship golf courses nearby at Red Sky Ranch. The Tom Fazio-desgined 18-hole, par-72 course and the 18-hole, par-72 Greg Norman-designed course are featured at the Red Sky Golf Club. Both have been named the "Top 10 You Can Play in the U.S." by Golf Magazine. A private course, Eagle Springs, is also located nearby.
Recreation:
In addition to golf, whitewater reafting and kayaking, fly-fishing, horseback riding and a rod and gun club in Wolcott. Wolcott has been named one of the Vail Valley's best places for rock climbing.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center features a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
Red Sky Ranch. Wide-open western skies. Rolling hill landscapes of juniper, sagebrush and aspen forests. You'll find plenty of opportunity to see indigenous wildlife because a migration corridor winds its way through the community and the golf courses. In the early 1900s, sheep grazed on this historic land. Now, the 780-acre Red Sky Ranch is one of the most premier golf experiences in the Rocky Mountains.
Majestic mountain views. Home of the nationally acclaimed Leadbetter Golf Academy. Two championship courses desgined by Tom Fazio and Greg Norman are the centerpiece of this residential golf community. Membership may include the luxurious amenities of the Bachelor Gulch Club with valet parking, valet ski services, season ski passes, on-mountain dining at Zach's Cabin and access to the spa and fitness center at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch.
Classic western atmosphere with traditional ranch architecture. Red Sky Ranch offers the comfort and amenities of golf courses that have been named "Top 10 You Can Play in the U.S." by Golf Magazine.
Only 15 minutes from Beaver Creek, 25 minutes from Vail and 20 minutes from the Vail/Eagle County Regional Airport. Live the dream of the Old West in your own private luxury.
Elevation:
The rolling hill landscapes range from 7,000 to 8,000 feet.
Climate:
The lower elevation of the valley offers mild spring and fall weather and warmer summers with temperatures averaging from the mid-70s to the mid-80s. A cooler climate is featured in the alpine forests of juniper and aspens at the higher elevations.
Special Amenities:
Incredible views. Secluded. An exclusive country club community that can include the luxury amenities of the Bachelor Gulch club with valet parking, valet ski service and use of the private slopeside lounge at The Ritz-Carlton Club, Bachelor Gulch. In nearby Wolcott, you can find a thriving social scene and gourmet food at the Wolcott Yacht Club.
Golf Courses:
Two championship golf courses. The Tom Fazio-desgined 18-hole, par-72 course and the 18-hole, par-72 Greg Norman-designed course are featured at Red Sky Ranch Golf Club. Both have been named the "Top 10 You Can Play in the U.S." by Golf Magazine. A private course, Eagle Springs, is also located nearby.
Recreation:
In addition to golf, whitewater reafting and kayaking, fly-fishing, horseback riding and a rod and gun club in Wolcott. Wolcott has been named one of the Vail Valley's best places for rock climbing.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center features a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
Small-town. Friendly. Affordable. The locals say the sun almost always shines on Eagle, even when the surrounding peaks are blanketed with snow. The Town of Eagle is the county seat and was an agricultural community when it was founded in 1887 along the Eagle River and the growing western railroad network. Its traditional main street, Broadway, is still lined with original storefronts, shops and cafes.
Wide-open vistas and brilliant blue skies dominate your views in Eagle. In town, you’ll find a sparkling new swimming pool and a year-round ice rink. Surrounding Eagle are some of the Vail Valley’s most breathtaking ranches. The Vail/Eagle County Regional Airport and the Vail and Beaver Creek resorts are just a short drive away. Come for the scenery, but stay for a simple and affordable lifestyle.
Elevation:
Eagle, Eagle Ranch and Gypsum are at approximately 6,600 feet.
Population:
Ranges from 3,500 in Eagle to 4,680 in Gypsum and over 4,500 in Eagle Ranch.
Climate:
Warmer than the up valley resorts. Daytime summer temperatures range from mid-70s to upper-80s.
Amenities & Children’s Activities:
Enjoy the annual fair and rodeo and the Capitol Theater in Eagle Ranch. In Eagle, there is the Eagle County Historical Museum and the Eagle County Fairgrounds. In Gypsum, an annual Easter Egg Hunt and family entertainment at the Lundgren Amphitheater. Recreation activities include parks, bicycle paths, athletic fields, pool and ice rink.
Golf Courses:
The 18-hole, par-72 Eagle Ranch Golf course and the 18-hole, par-72 Cotton Ranch Golf Course.
Schools/Enrollment:
Brush Creek Elementary: 340; Eagle Valley Elementary: 225; Eagle Valley Middle: 268; Gypsum Elementary: 350; Red Hill Elementary: 315; Gypsum Creek Middle: 326; Red Canyon High School: 90 and Eagle Valley High: 622.
Shopping and Restaurants:
Shops, boutiques and restaurants line historic Broadway and can be found at the Village Center and Eagle Ranch Village. In Gypsum, shops, services and a variety of dining options are located along Highway 6.
Transportation:
Bus service to and from the upper valley is available and access to nearby Vail/Eagle County Regional Airport.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center features a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
Quaint and peaceful. Eagle Ranch is a planned community south of the historic town of Eagle, just minutes from the Vail/Eagle County Regional Airport and the ski slopes of Beaver Creek and Vail. Eagle Ranch is small-town America but includes state-of-the-art amenities like fiber-optic cable service for the web and telecommunications. In Eagle, stroll down an authentic, western-style Main Street where shops and boutiques line historic Broadway, the I-70 interchange and the fast-growing Village Center. Step back into the ‘60s at the Eagle Diner. Spend warm summer nights at the annual fair and rodeo.
In Eagle Ranch, there’s a traditional sense of community. Take pleasure in the astonishing views to the high peaks of the Sawatch Mountain Range and the Flat Tops. Tree-lined streets offer single-family homes patterned after the Victorian, Craftsman and Prairie designs the first settlers built in Colorado, while the Arnold Palmer-designed Eagle Ranch Golf Course borders some of the homes. Location. Quality. A great place to settle.
Elevation:
Eagle, Eagle Ranch and Gypsum are at approximately 6,600 feet.
Population:
Ranges from 3,500 in Eagle to 4,680 in Gypsum and over 4,500 in Eagle Ranch.
Climate:
Warmer than the up valley resorts. Daytime summer temperatures range from mid-70s to upper-80s.
Amenities & Children’s Activities:
Enjoy the annual fair and rodeo and the Capitol Theater in Eagle Ranch. In Eagle, there is the Eagle County Historical Museum and the Eagle County Fairgrounds. In nearby Gypsum, an annual Easter Egg Hunt and family entertainment at the Lundgren Amphitheater. Recreation activities include parks, bicycle paths, athletic fields, pool and ice rink.
Golf Courses:
The 18-hole, par-72 Eagle Ranch Golf course and the 18-hole, par-72 Cotton Ranch Golf Course.
Schools/Enrollment:
Brush Creek Elementary: 340; Eagle Valley Elementary: 225; Eagle Valley Middle: 268; Gypsum Elementary: 350; Red Hill Elementary: 315; Gypsum Creek Middle: 326; Red Canyon High School: 90 and Eagle Valley High: 622.
Shopping and Restaurants:
Shops, boutiques and restaurants line historic Broadway and can be found at the Village Center and Eagle Ranch Village. In Gypsum, shops, services and a variety of dining options are located along Highway 6.
Transportation:
Bus service to and from the upper valley is available and access to nearby Vail/Eagle County Regional Airport.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center features a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
Mild winters. Longer summers. In Gypsum, you are less than a 10-minute drive from Eagle and conveniently close to the up valley resorts, the Vail/Eagle County Regional Airport and scenic Glenwood Canyon.
Enjoy family entertainment at the new Lundgren Amphitheater on Valley Road. In Gypsum you’ll find opportunities for first-time home buyers, golf course and horse properties and homes set on large acreages. All with mountain views.
Elevation:
Eagle, Eagle Ranch and Gypsum are at approximately 6,600 feet.
Population:
Ranges from 3,500 in Eagle to 4,680 in Gypsum and over 4,500 in Eagle Ranch.
Climate:
Warmer than the up valley resorts. Daytime summer temperatures range from mid-70s to upper-80s.
Amenities & Children’s Activities:
In Gypsum, an annual Easter Egg Hunt and family entertainment at the Lundgren Amphitheater. Recreation activities include parks, bicycle paths, athletic fields, pool and ice rink.
Enjoy the annual fair and rodeo and the Capitol Theater in nearby Eagle Ranch. In Eagle, there is the Eagle County Historical Museum and the Eagle County Fairgrounds. In Gypsum, an annual Easter Egg Hunt and family entertainment at the Lundgren Amphitheater. Recreation activities include parks, bicycle paths, athletic fields, pool and ice rink.
Golf Courses:
The 18-hole, par-72 Eagle Ranch Golf course and the 18-hole, par-72 Cotton Ranch Golf Course.
Schools/Enrollment:
Brush Creek Elementary: 340; Eagle Valley Elementary: 225; Eagle Valley Middle: 268; Gypsum Elementary: 350; Red Hill Elementary: 315; Gypsum Creek Middle: 326; Red Canyon High School: 90 and Eagle Valley High: 622.
Shopping and Restaurants:
Shops, boutiques and restaurants line historic Broadway and can be found at the Village Center and Eagle Ranch Village. In Gypsum, shops, services and a variety of dining options are located along Highway 6.
Transportation:
Bus service to and from the upper valley is available and access to nearby Vail/Eagle County Regional Airport.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center features a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards. To the Top↑
Unspoiled. Unpretentious. Unbridled Adventure in the Vail Valley. Welcome to a pristine valley embraced by sky-reaching peaks. Close to Vail. Close to Aspen. Close to everything. Come home to a storied landscape. To wide-open spaces. To an intimate village. To private club living. To an attraction immediate and soul-felt.
Nestled in a secluded valley just 35 miles west of Vail, Brightwater Club offers 973 acres of lush pastures, spectacular scenery and rich history. Immediate access to a mile-long stream, sapphire lakes, private trails and neighboring wilderness provides an irresistible array of opportunities to thrive in the outdoors. Imagine your favorite outdoor passions balanced by an intimate village defined by superb dining, relaxing poolside terraces, luxurious spa treatments, and an Artisans Pavilion offering studios, instruction, lectures and exhibitions.
Elevation:
Gypsum is at approximately 6,600 feet.
Population:
Ranges from 3,500 in Eagle to 4,680 in Gypsum and over 4,500 in Eagle Ranch.
Climate:
Warmer than the up valley resorts. Daytime summer temperatures range from mid-70s to upper-80s.
Amenities & Children’s Activities:
In Gypsum, an annual Easter Egg Hunt and family entertainment at the Lundgren Amphitheater. Recreation activities include parks, bicycle paths, athletic fields, pool and ice rink.
Enjoy the annual fair and rodeo and the Capitol Theater in nearby Eagle Ranch. In Eagle, there is the Eagle County Historical Museum and the Eagle County Fairgrounds. In Gypsum, an annual Easter Egg Hunt and family entertainment at the Lundgren Amphitheater. Recreation activities include parks, bicycle paths, athletic fields, pool and ice rink.
Golf Courses:
Private 18 hole course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. who has designed more than 200 courses in 38 countries
Schools/Enrollment:
Brush Creek Elementary: 340; Eagle Valley Elementary: 225; Eagle Valley Middle: 268; Gypsum Elementary: 350; Red Hill Elementary: 315; Gypsum Creek Middle: 326; Red Canyon High School: 90 and Eagle Valley High: 622.
Shopping and Restaurants:
Brightwater Village will consist of a variety of shops and boutiques. Brightwater Shops, boutiques and restaurants line historic Broadway and can be found at the Village Center and Eagle Ranch Village. In Gypsum, shops, services and a variety of dining options are located along Highway 6.
Transportation:
Chauffeured shuttles will whisk you away (and bring you back..of course) to Vail and Beaver Creek.
Medical Facilities:
The Vail Valley Medical Center features a main hospital in Vail Village, regional health clinics from Vail to Eagle and the Shaw Regional Cancer Center in Edwards.To the Top↑
