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The Ritz-Carlton Club, Vail: Destination Club & Private Residences

Michael — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 03:16:38 +0000

The Ritz-Carlton has opened its 10th Destination Club, with Private Residences in Vail, Colorado. Vail is well known for its world-class skiing and now becomes home to a new level of luxury with The Rtiz-Carlton.

The Bavarian-style architecture houses 71 private residences and 45 fractional residences. The Ritz-Carlton Vail is located at the base of Vail Mountain on the banks of Gore Creek and is walking distance from the famous dining and shopping at LionsHead.

When you pull into The Ritz-Carlton Vail you will quickly be greeted with their 5-Star valet service and then be escorted into their lobby where you can quickly access the Great Room, which has a beautiful fireplace and a view of the mountain. The Great Room also has a bar with a light menu available for snacks throughout the day. It’s the perfect multi-use space; guests and private residents often use this space for grabbing a drink with friends and family, relaxing with a book, or even working.

Don’t expect your typical hotel room with this property, as units start at 2 bedrooms and increase in size to a 6-bedroom penthouse. Everything you can expect from a luxury home you will find inside the Ritz Carlton Vail units, including top of the line kitchen appliances, an entertainment center, walk-in closets, and more. No corners were cut in the quality of this project. All of the furniture, appliances, and finishes are top notch.

There are several luxurious amenities at the The Ritz-Carlton Vail, including concierge services, a fitness center, an outdoor heated pool and hot tubs, ski valet, and a library. The Ritz is not just for adults; it is family friend and accommodates children. The Ritz kids program includes a teen room with cable TV access, bell service, and high-speed Internet.

Fractional ownership is selling for $125K for a 1/12 interest, or 21 days per year, and annual dues currently range from $14,700 – $18,300 depending on the size of the unit.

LUX Tip: The Ritz has a special inside Ski Valet area where guests can put on their ski & snowboard gear, and prepare to take the free shuttle to the mountain.

The Rtiz-Carlton Vail
728 West Lionshead Circle,
Vail, Colorado 81657

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The Sebastian Hotel & Residence Club Adds a New Vibrant Twist in Vail

Michael — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 07:15:42 +0000

As the latest Vail resort destination, The Sebastian Hotel & Residence Club unveils lavish hotel suites and exclusive residence membership lodging, a new fine cuisine restaurant, getaway health spa, neighborhood hot spots, a gourmet coffee shop, and 8,000 square feet of meeting and convention space.

As one of the latest Vail resorts, The Sebastian is situated with a view of the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. The 100 guest rooms and 7 suites inside the lodge provide relaxed, personal quarters in one of Colorado’s most famous resort towns. All rooms exhibit comfortable style and are equipped with custom-designed fixtures. The first thing you will notice upon entering the resort is the grand fireplace in the lobby. It provides heat, and more importantly a great centerpiece. Accommodations at the resort include things like welcome drinks, luxurious bathrobes, house slippers, nightly laundry service, natural cotton Italian sheets, HDTVs, iHome docking stations and other convenient appliances.

Special features like “The Library,” make The Sebastian special. The Library allows for a great place for family to gather, or individuals to read or work in a elegant and peaceful and contemporary setting. Another feature that differentiates The Sebastian from its competition is the pool area, which features 4 hot tubs, 2 being uniquely for adults only. The pool features an underwater bench with a waterfall feature.

The Sebastian offers ski-in ski-out valet service at the Vista Bahn Chair Vail Mountain. Nothing is more convenient than having your ski or snowboard equipment ready for you at the chair lift. “The Sebastian Base Camp” as they call it offers hot chocolate & cookies, and even provides foot massages to guests.

Influenced by Napa Area and appropriately called Block 16, where “block” refers to the particular lot of winery property sourcing the most excellent grapes, the new unique fine dining restaurant at The Sebastian exhibits the finest of organic local ingredients.

Newly opened “Frost Bar” offers one of the most contemporary settings in Vail. Frost Bar is perfect for a small bite, or just grabbing a cocktail. Interesting to note is that Frost has one of the largest Scotch collections in Vail, so drink up!

Dedicated to assisting and promoting a balanced way of life at The Sebastian, Bloom Spa provides a complete program list of treatments, facials and nail care, which takes into account the guests’ dynamic and busy daily routines. The Spa is tastefully equipped and attentively attended to make certain that every visit is tranquil, unforgettable and refreshing.

The Private Residence Club is made up of thirty-six residences with two choices of offerings. A four-week member’s program begins at $310,000 and a Founder’s Club eight-week choice begins at $580,000. Each of the choices include membership in the Timbers Collection, which is composed of a number of exclusive perks and benefits

The Sebastian is the perfect location for Vail marriage ceremonies, group and company occasions or other celebrations. Depending on the time and season, hotel nightly rates are within the $295 to $884 range while suites range from $725 to $4,437.

LUX Tip: Enjoy complimentary rides in The Sebastian SUV to local nearby attractions.

The Sebastian
16 Vail Road
Vail, Colorado 81657
970-477-8000

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Four Seasons Resort Vail Features True Mountain Luxury

lea — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:14:14 +0000

The Four Seasons Resort Vail is a luxurious mountain retreat in the Colorado Rockies. Located in Vail Village, the resort is only steps away from restaurants, shopping, and the slopes; this ski resort offers 5-star service and amenities. The Four Seasons Resort Vail recently opened in late 2010 and is already gaining a reputation for its grand alpine features and first-class service.

The most intriguing part of the resort’s main floor is the vast display of stunning art on display. Modern paintings hang on the walls, and vase sculptures crafted of bold colors are displayed throughout. The natural wood and limestone interior design, 75-foot lighted pool and 2 whirlpools, and a grand outdoor fireplace make this 10-story, 121-room hotel feel like a lavish mountain lodge.

Skiers and snowboarders will be pleased to know that the resort has its own Ski Concierge at the base of the Vista Bahn chairlift, which makes getting your equipment to and from the mountain effortless. Ski Concierge will store and clean your equipment nightly.

Hidden on the bottom floor of The Four Seasons Resort Vail is one of the most luxurious spas in the country. It features 13 treatment rooms and over 14,000 square feet of relaxation space. A visit to this spa is a must! Be sure to try their signature treatment, the ‘Spirit of the Rockies.’

A favorite place to relax with the family or enjoy a cocktail après ski is in the Fireside Lounge. With views of the mountain through the tall glass windows, and oversized sofas to sink into, the lounge is equipped with reading material, games, and all-day dining. For breakfast or a heavier dinner visit Flame (http://www.fourseasons.com/vail/dining/flame/), a fine-dining restaurant serving up hearty mountain fare, highlighted by beef, game, seafood, and more.

A unique part of The Four Season Resort Vail is the Private Residence Rentals. If you’re looking for a temporary living space, with the service and luxury of the Four Seasons brand, a 2, 3, or 4-bedroom residence, complete with a kitchen, dining room, laundry room, and maybe even a den, is your perfect place. After a week in a Private Residence Rental, you may wish you could stay forever; well, you’re in luck. The Four Seasons Resort Vail also offers Private Residence ownership. Starting at $2.7 million, residences for purchase range in size from 1,573 square feet to 5,743 square feet.

Vail is an enjoyable place to visit year round, and The Four Seasons Resort Vail offers superb mountainside luxury.

Rates start at just over $600 per night.

LUX Tip: After a great day of skiing enjoy a dip into one of the several outdoor hot tubs, followed by a complimentary freshly made brownie.

Four Seasons Resort Vail
www.fourseasons.com/vail/
One Vail Road, Vail, Colorado, 81657
(970) 477-8600

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Four Seasons Residence Club Vail – Now Open

Carmen — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 05:23:24 +0000

Four Seasons Residence Club Vail was opened in Vail, Colorado on April 8, 2010. It is an all season resort located at gateway of Vail Village, where Vail Mountain is viewable by all the 19 fractional ownership homes. It is one of the most beautiful locations where Residence Club guests enjoy their luxury hotel facilities.

There are 5 different residence types, ranging from 1,835 to 3,500 square feet. Each home is luxuriously furnished from fully appointed kitchen, wireless internet, gas fireplace with stone surround, flat screen television with surround sound to premium noise-reducing doors and windows. Every detail is created with luxurious and extreme comfort in mind.

In the Vail Residence Club, you’ll enjoy the stay whole year long. Winter will leave some fabulous memories at ski concierge, where you can enjoy alipine, and Nordic skiing, snowboarding, sleigh riding, and ice climbing. If you visit Vail in summer, you’ll find it most beautiful place on earth. Enjoy outdoor activities like fly fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, rock climbing, and golf.

Don’t worry if you feel tired and exhausted after all these activities. At the alipine spa you can relax your mind and bodies and regain your energy in one of the 13 treatment rooms, whirlpool, sauna or steam rooms.

Other features of Resort Vail include courtyard with 75-foot pool All-season pool, fine dining restaurant, retail shopping, children’s activity center, business center etc.

The price of Residence club Vail rangers from $299,900 for two bedrooms to $528,900 for four bedrooms residences.

1 Vail Road
Vail Village, CO
81657

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