Winter’s wrath delivered an unprecedented punch to roads, cars, homes, shovels and lower lumbars this winter. But one person’s blizzard is another’s winter paradise—especially when you compare snow-blowing out of the house to skiing out of it.
Ski-in/ski-out estates offer the convenience and benefits of a ski resort in the privacy of a luxury home. Spring may be here, but in these luxury homes (in Colorado, Utah, and Canada) winter doesn’t officially end until skis are hung up for the season. Here are six spectacular ski-friendly estates that may be on the market. We were certain until one sold today! So strike fast before they sell—or before the snow melts.
Magnificent Bald Eagle Club Mansion
Located at the peak of Deer Valley’s Silver Lake Village area in Park City, this 14,000-square-foot gated estate in the exclusive Bald Eagle Club offers panoramic vistas, privacy evergreens, vaulted ceilings, “extreme security” (we’re not sure if this means alarms, motion-sensors or armed guards) and its pièce de résistance—a ski-in/ski-out lounge.
This 14,000-square-foot gated estate in the exclusive Bald Eagle Club offers panoramic vistas, privacy evergreens and interior vaulted ceilings.
Built in 1992 on 7 Roamer Court and designed by Park City architect Rick Otto and renowned Guggenheim Museum renovator Charles Gwathmey, the gated mansion—priced at $15.5 million—boasts seven bedrooms, 10 full bathrooms, two kitchens, a ski room, multiple living rooms, an indoor pool, a spa, a sauna, a wet bar, a billiards room, a covered deck and patio, and caretaker’s quarters. The ski home is primed for entertaining whether you strap on skis or not.
Interior décor and art with extensive red-hued Native American themes is by Naomi Leff, who worked with fashion and Hollywood elite such as Giorgio Armani, Ralph Lauren, Steven Spielberg and Tom Cruise.
Renowned interior designer, the late Naomi Leff, utilized Native American themes to give this home its perfectly unique character.
For more information, call Paul Benson of Engel & Völkers Park City at (435) 850-7000
Whistler’s Kadenwood High Point
Whistler, British Columbia’s 2951 High Point Drive estate—currently listed at $7.795 million—offers ski-in/ski-out access to a dedicated gondola service and other ski-lover amenities such as three fireplaces, a steam shower, geothermal in-floor/radiant heating, a heated outdoor pool, and an outdoor hot tub.
This four-bedroom, five-bathroom western red cedar home in the exclusive Kadenwood neighborhood lists for $7.795 million and features ski-in/ski-out access, gondola service, steam showers and three fireplaces.
Built in 2009, the four-bedroom, five-bathroom contemporary log residence in the exclusive Kadenwood neighborhood boasts natural woodlands outside and elegant post-and-beam construction inside. The 5,000-square-foot property showcases a solid timber pivot front door, a floor-to-ceiling Haddington stone fireplace, wide-plank European white oak hardwood floors, soaring vaulted ceilings with Douglas Fir beams, and stunning valley views of Alta Lake and the Northern Range—as well as the conveniences of Creekside dining, nightlife, retail, and grocery stores.
The three-story western red cedar home (with cedar shake roof) also offers a security system, intercom/music system, two-car garage, zoned cooling, and a climate-controlled glass wine cellar.
Outdoor hot tub and heated pool.
For more information, call Personal Real Estate Corporation's Rob Palm at (604) 905-2860, or John Ryan at (604) 905-2844
Vail Colorado Rustic
With premium ski-in/ski-out access, this custom home stands prominently above any other residence in Vail's prestigious European Village. Kyle Webb-designed, George Shaeffer-built (in 2007) with a stately mix of rustic luxury and mountain modern design and finishes, this seven bedroom, eight full bathroom, two half-bathroom on 107 Rockledge Road is a whopping 11,509 square feet on .67 luxurious acres.
The three-story residence has vaulted ceilings, radiant heat, a hot tub spa, pool, steam room, sauna, patios, gas fireplaces, a loft, and hiking/pedestrian trails. This historic homesite was selected by some of Vail's first investors, who were the original Vail socialites. Boasting the distinction of Mountain Living Magazine’s 2010 “Home of the Year,” it's currently priced at a cool $30 million.
With premium ski access, this stately 11,509-square-foot estate mixes rustic luxury with mountain modern design.
For more information, call Donna Caynoski at (970) 390-4324
Squaw Valley Olympic Dream
As the former host of the 1960s Winter Olympics, Olympic Valley, California’s Squaw is home to this $5.45 million estate, arguably the best of only seven slope side residences here. Conveniently located near Lake Tahoe and situated on the largest lot in Granite Chief Estates, the residence was completely remodeled by Galetto Const with high-end details you’d expect in a luxury home— walnut cabinets; Wolf, Sub Zero and Miele appliances; Sonoma Stone, Lutron lighting, Gulassa fixtures, and radiant-heated Italian stone floors. Call Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate at 970-453-9090
Next to Sunnyside Mountain run at 249 Granite Chief Road, the 3,450-square-foot home is more convenient than huge, boasting four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a family room, loft and ski room, outdoor hot tub and a panoramic view of the mountains and valley.
Arguably the best slope side residence in Granite Chief Estates, the 3,450-square-foot home is conveniently near Lake Tahoe.
For more information call Greg Boyle at (530) 448-3843, or Nathan Riedel at (530) 448-9981
Breckenridge’s Energy-Efficient Luxury
Built in 2008 on .77 acres, Breckenridge’s first Net Zero-designed luxury ski home features six bedrooms, six full bathrooms, three half bathrooms, and super-energy efficiency throughout its three stories. With ski-in/ski-out access and several decks with expansive mountain views, the estate has three master suites, three mini-master suites, a gourmet kitchen, recreation room, fitness room, media room, a “kids wing,” and a wine cellar.
Now listed for $5.74 million, the 7,200-square-foot home on 238 Timber Trail Road also offers private door-to-door shuttle service and only uses as much energy as it absolutely needs. Other amenities include indoor/outdoor hot tubs, spa, pool, public golfing and hiking trails.
Breckenridge’s first Net Zero-designed luxury ski home is energy efficient and boasts three master suites and three mini-master suites.
For more information, call Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate at (970) 453-9090
Park City's Villa Casa Nova
Villa Casa Nova is a Deer Valley Resort ski-in/ski-out estate that was voted the “Best Ski Chalet in the United States” by World Ski Awards in 2013 and 2014. The chalet was scheduled to go to the highest bidder without reserve this Saturday, March 28th via DeCaro Luxury Real Estate Auctions. But stop the presses—the owner apparently received an offer he or she couldn’t refuse. No word on the final sale price, but it was last listed at $9.75 million.
Villa Casa Nova was voted the “Best Ski Chalet in the United States” by World Ski Awards in 2013 and 2014
The sprawling 12,000-square-foot retreat has seven bedrooms and 10-and-a-half bathrooms that can accommodate up to 25 people. Villa Casa Nova is located within Deer Crest Estates, the exclusive gated community comprising more than 600 acres of land in Park City. All homeowners in Dear Crest Estates become part of the Deer Crest Master Association, which facilitates security, snow removal and maintenance of private roads, snow-making on trails, and grooming and patrolling of private ski trails.
The home’s main showcase is a skiers' lodge with ski lockers, boot dryers, lounge, and ski-in/ski-out access to runs. Mysteriously, it also has a secret one-bedroom, one-bathroom suite hidden behind a door disguised as a book shelf (a panic room to ward off sinister ski bandits?).
Other highlights include: three bars; heated patios; two outdoor hot tubs, and two outdoor fireplaces; a gourmet kitchen with wood-burning pizza oven and espresso bar; wine cellar; and a 15-person, THX-certified theater with 133-inch screen. The estate’s main-level master suite has a stone fireplace, walk-in closet, private balcony and an ensuite bathroom with his-her vanity sinks and a Jacuzzi tub. Additional amenities at Villa Casa Nova include multiple heated patios, a heated driveway that leads to an attached, three-car garage, and a caretaker’s apartment with a separate entrance.
Located within Deer Crest Estates, an exclusive gated community, Villa Casa Nova overlooks more than 600 acres of land in Park City.
