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Vail's Best-Kept Secret, Minutes to Slopes, LOWER RATES!!!

 
 
 
Vail estate rental - Nestled high on the mountain this secluded setting is Vail's best kept secret.
Nestled high on the mountain this secluded setting is Vail's best kept secret.
 
Vail estate rental - Nestled high on the mountain this secluded setting is Vail's best kept secret.

Nestled high on the mountain this secluded setting is Vail's best kept secret.

During the winter, the front pond freezes over for a private ice skating rink

During the winter, the front pond freezes over for a private ice skating rink

Summer is one of the best times to come for a visit with so much to do outside.

Summer is one of the best times to come for a visit with so much to do outside.

Front door way is on a wooden wrap around bridge over the pond below.

Front door way is on a wooden wrap around bridge over the pond below.

The Great Room has cathedral ceilings, a fire place and breathtaking views!

The Great Room has cathedral ceilings, a fire place and breathtaking views!

The Great Room overlooks a secluded mountainside with 11 miles of hiking paths.

The Great Room overlooks a secluded mountainside with 11 miles of hiking paths.

The Family Room has streaming sunlight and entertainment center.

The Family Room has streaming sunlight and entertainment center.

The Family Room has streaming sunlight and entertainment center.

The Family Room has streaming sunlight and entertainment center.

The 8 seat Dining Room overlooks the mountainside in a regal elegant setting.

The 8 seat Dining Room overlooks the mountainside in a regal elegant setting.

The Kitchen includes a wrap around bar for morning coffee, or evening drinks.

The Kitchen includes a wrap around bar for morning coffee, or evening drinks.

The Kitchen is packed full of the highest quality granite counters & appliances.

The Kitchen is packed full of the highest quality granite counters & appliances.

The Business Center has computer with printer and wireless Internet access.

The Business Center has computer with printer and wireless Internet access.

The Master Bedroom has vaulted ceiling, king bed, fireplace, and scenic views.

The Master Bedroom has vaulted ceiling, king bed, fireplace, and scenic views.

The Master Bath has a large jacuzzi tub, steam room, and jack & hill sinks.

The Master Bath has a large jacuzzi tub, steam room, and jack & hill sinks.

The Blue Room has a queen size bed, vaulted ceilings, views and attached bath.

The Blue Room has a queen size bed, vaulted ceilings, views and attached bath.

The Blue Room attached bathroom has deep soaking tub and private use.

The Blue Room attached bathroom has deep soaking tub and private use.

The Red Room has queen bed with trundle underneath, attached bath and terrace.

The Red Room has queen bed with trundle underneath, attached bath and terrace.

The Red Room attached bathroom has deep soaking tub and sun view of the mountain

The Red Room attached bathroom has deep soaking tub and sun view of the mountain

The Rabbit Room has four beds: 2 singles, 1 full, 1 trundle, with attached bath.

The Rabbit Room has four beds: 2 singles, 1 full, 1 trundle, with attached bath.

The Rabbit Room has four beds: 2 singles, 1 full, 1 trundle, with attached bath.

The Rabbit Room has four beds: 2 singles, 1 full, 1 trundle, with attached bath.

The Rabbit Room attached bath has beautiful tile roomy shower w/ sunlight views.

The Rabbit Room attached bath has beautiful tile roomy shower w/ sunlight views.

Outdoor terrace has stainless steel quality grill, eating area and deck.

Outdoor terrace has stainless steel quality grill, eating area and deck.

Outdoor deck has couch, chairs and secluded views overlooking private pond.

Outdoor deck has couch, chairs and secluded views overlooking private pond.

Per night (USD) $1,000 - $1,700
Per month $11,010
  • Bedrooms5
  • Sleeps12
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
Minimum Stay 5 nights

Photos and Description of the Vail vacation estate rental
5 BR & 5.5 Bath (sleeps 12-14), Cathedral Ceilings, Amazing Mountain Views

Few residences in Vail offer a comparable combination of spectacular views, privacy, and easy access to Vail Mountain. The home sits high-on-site, on an incredible .82-acre lot with a private pond (for ice staking in winter) and no impact from highway noise. Nestled by national forest, an untouched hillside provides the illusion of seclusion, contrary to the reality that all Vail has to offer is right around the bend. Featuring an architecturally stunning facade with a bridge leading to the front entrance, the home itself is undoubtedly worthy of its location. Boasting five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms (each bedroom with it own bathroom), a great room with vaulted ceilings and wall-to-wall windows overlooking the pond and mountainside, the spacious interior exudes warmth and functionality. Luxury finishes in the kitchen and throughout deliver the final touch to this exceptional mountain estate.

About The Sullivan's

We are a family based in Chicago, who love the mountains and skiing. Very house proud, we take special care to make our home beautiful and welcoming. It has given us so much joy. Kelly & Michael (in the picture) both come from large families - Kelly is from Kansas City, went to TCU in Texas for college and is one of 10 children; Michael is one of 12 and is from Chicago, but lived for 10 years in Ireland going to University College Dublin for undergrad. We love the outdoors (the picture is from a nearby lake to our Vail home with two of our kids), hiking, boating, camping, cooking on an outdoor fire are all wonderful. We are expecting our 4th child this year and so will not be in Vail this season. We hope you come instead!

The Sullivan's purchased this estate in 2006
Why The Sullivan's chose Vail

When I was a child I would come to Colorado for summer camp, and Vail to ski. We have family and friends in Denver and when the opportunity presented itself, it was a natural fit.

What makes this estate unique

We love to host and to gather friends and family together for fun. The size and secluded location were just right for us. The 4 bedrooms, roomy open cathedral spaces, steam room, views, so close to the outdoors, so deceptively near the social life of Vail Villiage - this place has it all.

Vail estate rental - Nestled high on the mountain this secluded setting is Vail's best kept secret.

Nestled high on the mountain this secluded setting is Vail's best kept secret.

During the winter, the front pond freezes over for a private ice skating rink

During the winter, the front pond freezes over for a private ice skating rink

Summer is one of the best times to come for a visit with so much to do outside.

Summer is one of the best times to come for a visit with so much to do outside.

Front door way is on a wooden wrap around bridge over the pond below.

Front door way is on a wooden wrap around bridge over the pond below.

The Great Room has cathedral ceilings, a fire place and breathtaking views!

The Great Room has cathedral ceilings, a fire place and breathtaking views!

The Great Room overlooks a secluded mountainside with 11 miles of hiking paths.

The Great Room overlooks a secluded mountainside with 11 miles of hiking paths.

The Family Room has streaming sunlight and entertainment center.

The Family Room has streaming sunlight and entertainment center.

The Family Room has streaming sunlight and entertainment center.

The Family Room has streaming sunlight and entertainment center.

The 8 seat Dining Room overlooks the mountainside in a regal elegant setting.

The 8 seat Dining Room overlooks the mountainside in a regal elegant setting.

The Kitchen includes a wrap around bar for morning coffee, or evening drinks.

The Kitchen includes a wrap around bar for morning coffee, or evening drinks.

The Kitchen is packed full of the highest quality granite counters & appliances.

The Kitchen is packed full of the highest quality granite counters & appliances.

The Business Center has computer with printer and wireless Internet access.

The Business Center has computer with printer and wireless Internet access.

The Master Bedroom has vaulted ceiling, king bed, fireplace, and scenic views.

The Master Bedroom has vaulted ceiling, king bed, fireplace, and scenic views.

The Master Bath has a large jacuzzi tub, steam room, and jack & hill sinks.

The Master Bath has a large jacuzzi tub, steam room, and jack & hill sinks.

The Blue Room has a queen size bed, vaulted ceilings, views and attached bath.

The Blue Room has a queen size bed, vaulted ceilings, views and attached bath.

The Blue Room attached bathroom has deep soaking tub and private use.

The Blue Room attached bathroom has deep soaking tub and private use.

The Red Room has queen bed with trundle underneath, attached bath and terrace.

The Red Room has queen bed with trundle underneath, attached bath and terrace.

The Red Room attached bathroom has deep soaking tub and sun view of the mountain

The Red Room attached bathroom has deep soaking tub and sun view of the mountain

The Rabbit Room has four beds: 2 singles, 1 full, 1 trundle, with attached bath.

The Rabbit Room has four beds: 2 singles, 1 full, 1 trundle, with attached bath.

The Rabbit Room has four beds: 2 singles, 1 full, 1 trundle, with attached bath.

The Rabbit Room has four beds: 2 singles, 1 full, 1 trundle, with attached bath.

The Rabbit Room attached bath has beautiful tile roomy shower w/ sunlight views.

The Rabbit Room attached bath has beautiful tile roomy shower w/ sunlight views.

Outdoor terrace has stainless steel quality grill, eating area and deck.

Outdoor terrace has stainless steel quality grill, eating area and deck.

Outdoor deck has couch, chairs and secluded views overlooking private pond.

Outdoor deck has couch, chairs and secluded views overlooking private pond.

Nearest Airport : Eagle Vail at 27 Miles
Nearest Train : Glenwood Springs Amtrak at 59 Miles
Nearest Motorway : I 70 at 0.3 Miles
Nearest Beach : Lake Dillon at 17 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Sandbar Sports Grill at 0.6 Miles
Nearest Ski : Vail, Lion's Head, & Beaver Creek Ski Resorts at 1.5 Miles
Nearest Golf : Vail Golf Club at 3.7 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Fine Dining Options at 0.5 Miles
Car: recommended
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Rental Rates for this vacation estate rental in Vail, Colorado

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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$1,300
$11,010
5 nights
 
Discounts: 12 nights or more: $1,200 Nightly
 
Christmas & Holiday
Dec 20 - Jan 6
$1,700
5 nights
 
Discounts: 12 nights or more: $1,400 Nightly
 
Winter Value
Jan 8 - Feb 12
$1,400
5 nights
 
Discounts: 12 nights or more: $1,200 Nightly
 
President's Week
Feb 14 - Feb 21
$1,500
5 nights
 
 
Late Winter
Feb 23 - Apr 5
$1,300
5 nights
 
Discounts: 12 nights or more: $1,200 Nightly
 
Spring Skiing
Apr 7 - Apr 14
$1,300
5 nights
 
 
Spring & Summer
Apr 16 - Aug 30
$1,000
5 nights
 
Discounts: 12 nights or more: $800 Nightly
 
Fall Season
Sep 1 - Nov 17
$1,300
5 nights
 
Discounts: 12 nights or more: $1,200 Nightly
 
Early Winter & Thanksgiving
Nov 19 - Dec 18
$1,500
5 nights
 
Discounts: 12 nights or more: $1,200 Nightly

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation estate rental in Vail, Colorado

Property Type:
  • estate

Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card

Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals

Floor Area:
  • 4176 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • Resort
  • Mountain ...
    Tucked between two mountains in the West Vail area, this home has the best of both worlds. Close to the fun and active life of Vail Village with world class down hill skiing, luxury shopping, gourmet dining, night life and fine arts, yet located on a very quiet mountainside (no highway noise from I 70) where you can hear Buffehr Creek trickle and roll over the rocks. This Vail hideaway overlooks a pond (that is great for the ice skater in the family) and mountain-scape that takes your breath way. Right across the street are hiking trails up the mountain and back into the wilderness where wild raspberries grow along the trail and beaver dams create pure water mountain lakes. The outdoors-wilderness lover will find trails, cross country skiing, canoeing, mountain climbing, hiking, swimming and so many activities to discover, there is something for everyone.
  • River ...
    Outdoor adventure awaits you with white water rafting, fly-fishing and more along the rivers of the Rocky Mountains.
  • Rural ...
    Despite being up in the mountains, there are several farms throughout the area. Vail Village offers a farmer's market during the summer months. Get a taste of Colorado with the Vail Farmers' Market and Art Show, open weekly throughout the summer. Colorado's finest is waiting here for you, including locally grown produce, international dishes, fresh baked goods and even Colorado wine, all ready for you to enjoy during your summer in Vail. Once you have sated your hunger, enjoy even more local creativity at the Art Show. You can find everything from beautiful clothing and jewelry to handmade home items, the perfect thing to remind you of your wonderful Vail summer vacation.
  • Village ...
    Famous worldwide as North America’s top ski resort, Vail is an extraordinary winter vacation destination. Vail’s seven wonders, the legendary Back Bowls, were blanketed last year with more than thirty-five feet of powder. Under blue sky three hundred days a year and with more groomed terrain than any resort on the planet, amongst 5,289 glorious skiable acres, families reconnect and celebrate here from year-to-year and generation-to-generation. The vacation experience is world class, from the Vail Ski and Snowboard School to big time concerts and festivals, the shops and spas, dining, nightlife and accommodations – world class lodging from the high end of luxury to practical affordability, Vail waits to be discovered. Again, and again.

Theme:
  • Sports & Activities
  • Adventure

General:
  • PC
  • Linens Provided
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Towels Provided
  • Activities Guide
  • Laundry Soap
  • Basic Soaps
  • Fireplace
  • Wireless Internet
  • Printer
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Local Maps
  • Heating
  • Parking Off Street
  • Garage
  • Internet
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Business Center
  • Security System
  • Iron & Board
  • Computer Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Toilet Paper
  • Parking
  • Alarm Clock

Kitchen:
  • Toaster
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Mini Refrigerator
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Oven
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Pantry Items
  • Kitchen

Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 8 people

Bathrooms:
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Master Bathroom - toilet , tub , shower , jetted tub , steam room shower, walk in closet
    Blue Bathroom - toilet , combination tub/shower , deep soaking tub
    Red Bathroom - toilet , combination tub/shower , deep soaking tub with mountain views.
    Rabbit Bathroom - toilet , shower , Large shower with views, heated floors
    Guest Bathroom - toilet , main floor
    Pondview Bathroom - toilet , shower
  • All rooms have attached private bathrooms with heated floors. The master bathroom has a jumbo jacuzzi water jet tub and a separate steam-room & shower with seating for two. There are Jack & Jill tandem sinks and a private 'closet' toilet, not to mention plenty of closet space in the walk-in closet. Both the Blue & Red room bathrooms have deep soaking tubs with showers combined, heated floors, sinks and toilet. The Rabbit Room bathroom has a standing roomy walk-in shower with views up the mountain slope, and heated floors. The Pondview Bathroom has a large walk-in shower with beautiful tiles, toilet and sink.

Bedrooms:
  • 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
  • Master Bedroom - 1 king , Fireplace, balcony, cathedral ceilings, wonderful views.
    Blue Room - 1 queen , walk in closet, balcony, vaulted ceilings, attached bathroom
    Red Room - 1 queen , 1 twin/ single , Twin is trundle, private terrace entrance, attached bathroom
    Rabbit Room - 1 double , 3 twin/ single , Bunkbeds, trundle, side bed, attached bathroom
    Pondview Bedroom - 1 king , Very large room, with view of pond.
Entertainment:
  • Toys
  • Satellite / Cable
  • DVD Player
  • Television
  • Books

Outside:
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Walkway to Water
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck Furniture
  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Wood Deck
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Porch Furniture
  • 11 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • Groups
  • children welcome
  • Weddings

Pool / Spa:
  • Jacuzzi
  • Steam Shower
  • Whirlpool

Attractions:
  • botanical garden
  • cinemas
  • waterfalls
  • museums
  • forests
  • recreation center
  • theme parks
  • autumn foliage
  • caves
  • library
  • playground
  • restaurants
  • coin laundry
  • water parks
  • churches
  • festivals
  • pond
  • synagogues
  • live theater

Leisure Activities:
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing
  • bird watching
  • scenic drives
  • horseback riding
  • walking
  • sledding
  • antiquing
  • eco tourism
  • photography

Local Services & Businesses:
  • medical services
  • ATM/bank
  • fitness center
  • laundromat
  • Babysitter
  • hospital
  • groceries
  • massage therapist

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • roller blading
  • skiing
  • ice skating
  • mountaineering
  • golf
  • basketball court
  • fishing
  • water tubing
  • fly fishing
  • ski lift privileges
  • whitewater rafting
  • swimming
  • cycling
  • paragliding
  • hunting
  • mountain biking
  • freshwater fishing
  • ski privileges optional
  • hiking
  • tennis
  • equestrian events
  • rafting
  • golf privileges optional
  • hunting small game
  • mountain climbing

Reviews for this vacation estate rental in Vail, Colorado

Vail's Best-Kept Secret, Minutes to Slopes, LOWER RATES!!!
average rating of 5.0 based on 3 reviews
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Vail's Best-Kept Secret, Minutes to Slopes, LOWER RATES!!!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p3470715
Vail Northwest Colorado
5

Magnificent Mountain Home

5 of 5
Submitted: March 1, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
We just stayed at this beautiful home for a week in February. From the moment we walked in, we knew we had picked the right one. The home is beautifully decorated with a huge living room and fireplace, and a den with a tv on the main floor, and another sitting area below. If you're going with a big party like we did, the space is plentiful. The kitchen is large and includes every appliance (2 ovens, wine cooler, built in griddle) and gadget, and also comes loaded with cooking essentials (olive oil, spices, etc). The bedrooms are all large in size and each has an attached bathroom. If you are lucky enough to stay in the master suite, the fireplace, jacuzzi tub and steam shower are an added bonus. The laundry room with high end appliances is upstairs near the bedrooms, and is filled with extra towels and sheets labeled by bed size. There is an office with a computer and printer with wifi which came in handy when we had to print out our boarding passes for our return flight. Another nice touch was the radiant heat - it was great to come home from a day of skiing to the warm floors. And speaking of skiing, there is a mudroom off of the garage which was ideal so that everything could be taken off before entering the house.

If you're a skier like we are, the location of the home is ideal. It's less than 5 minutes to Vail and 15 to Beaver Creek, and shopping centers are about a mile away.

The owner of the house is a pleasure to deal with, and the caretaker was also very helpful. It had snowed quite a bit when we were there, and the driveway and walkways were taken care of for us. And as a courtesy to our kids, he came by one day and cleared the pond in hopes someone would ice skate.

All in all, a terrific place to say. We highly recommend it and can't wait to go back!
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Vail's Best-Kept Secret, Minutes to Slopes, LOWER RATES!!!
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Vail Northwest Colorado
5

The Best Vail Vacation Place Ever!

5 of 5
Submitted: January 13, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
My family and I have been traveling to Colorado for over 10 years to ski at Vail during the Holiday week. We came from near and far to be together. This year we stayed at this amazing home. Actually, we called it a palace. It was immaculate, spacious and luxurious in all one, yet we all felt right at home. Each bedroom having its own bathroom attached made getting to the slopes in the AM simple. We had space for all of us with amenities galore. The views are spectacular, the beds are like sleeping on a cloud. We cannot wait to return every year to this beautiful property. Another bonus is how close it is to Vail, less than a 10 minute drive. Also, it is only a few minutes away from a shopping center, making it very convenient for groceries, etc. We thank the owners for opening up this incredible rental property for our unforgettable holiday. See you next year.....
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Vail's Best-Kept Secret, Minutes to Slopes, LOWER RATES!!!
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Vail Northwest Colorado
5

Beautiful HomeAway captures our hearts

5 of 5
Submitted: January 4, 2013 Stayed: November 2012
From the first moment we stepped into the soaring foyer, we knew we were in for a treat at this lovely home the Vail mountains. This property offers excellence around every corner. We experienced peace, comfort and true relaxation in this wonderful environment.

The location, while being a short drive to the slopes, is very quite with a scenic ridge separating it from highway noise. Access to an extended trail system ideal for hiking, running, or biking is just outside the door, which makes it very attactive even in the "off-season".

Few facilities live up to my exacting ergonomics standards, but this exceeded my expectations, with gorgeous accommodations, comfy furniture and truly wonderful beds. The kitchen at the center of the main floor is a pleasure to cook in. The host's vegetarian recipes are also fabulous! We will eagerly stay here on our next Vail visit, and bring all our friends as well.
Helpful votes: 2/2
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