Posts Tagged ‘aspen’
short sales abound…even in Starwood
Short sale properties exist in every price range and every market these days… View West Properties just matched this Starwood home with an investor buyer.. Even in the exclusive Starwood neighborhood of Aspen there is opportunity. 8000 sq. feet. panoramic views of Ajax, Maroon Bells, Buttermilk, Highlands, and beyond. Beautiful new construction that started with [...]
Own a piece of the famous Little Nell
The Little Nell was one of only 47 hotels in America, and one of only two hotels in Colorado, to be honored with Five Stars from the 2010 Forbes Travel Guide. Tucked away at the base of a mountain, the Little Nell provides a perfect location either to hit the slopes or roam the streets [...]
Independence Pass gets Scenic Byway designation
I drove Denver to Aspen yesterday and was pleasantly surprised to see the sign near Copper mountain read “INDEPENDENCE PASS — OPEN“. A bit unexpected this time of year, as it’s already seen it’s share of snow. When it comes to weather, erratic is normal here in Aspen, and even more so at the top [...]
Lance Armstrong: in Aspen, how to beat him AND join him…
You’re not going to beat him on the bike, but here’s a chance to feel triumphant in real estate…and join him. By join him I mean literally get close, as in, become next-door neighbors by purchasing the property adjacent to the one he calls home. It’s for sale! Check your mailboxes at the same time, [...]
Star of Starwood, this Aspen estate has everything!
Starwood is one of Aspen’s most exclusive neighborhoods (see previous Starwood post). Set on one of Starwoods best original lots, the home has been renovated down to the studs by a local master builder. Features: Heavily treed private lot on 2.3acres Panoramic views of all four ski mountains, Maroon Bells, and beyond Private tennis court [...]
Want a Steinway?
Yesterday I lay outside the Aspen Music Tent and listened to the gorgeous sounds of one Steinway piano, then walked in to see the source of the music. It’s the end-of-season Steinway sale from the Aspen Music School. Today’s the last of three days to drop in. These pianos are donated by Steinway every year [...]
Give your lowball a spin today in Aspen, CO (why not?)
excerpt by Curtis Wackerle, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer: Back in the glory days of the real estate boom, more than 90 percent of sellers were seeing 90 percent or more of their asking price. That metric has now slipped to 42 percent, Michael Adams and Andrew Ernemann told the crowd. But even with the [...]
John Denver’s "Starwood in Aspen"
One of John Denver’s greatest hits was called “Starwood in Aspen” Why? Because he cherished his special neighborhood in his favorite town, Aspen. Starwood is Aspen’s only gated community, yet retains a low key presence, and very private settings for all of its residents’ homes. This home sits on 6 private acres, is 9,911 square [...]
climate change/energy/Conservation experts confer in Aspen
Scientists, leaders, and industry experts weigh in on Tech/Climate/Conservation, etc… a New Partnership of National Geographic and The Aspen Institute. Not fortunate to live in Aspen full time?…Were you skiing during some of the sessions but still curious? No problem… check video coverage of sessions here
West End summer rental
Funny to start thinking about a summer rental when big snow is still falling…but it’s time!…This home is walking distance to town and the Aspen Institute..home to the Aspen Music Festival..we’ll be storing the nordic skis and picnicking before we know it!
