The Four Seasons – Vail

If seven miles of Colorado Rocky alpine runs aren't enough to pack the fleeces and head to this high elevation paradise, visitors also enjoy the boutique shopping found in Vail's charming Tyrolean-style village.

The Four Seasons Resort and Residences in Vail offers the luxurious experience guests have come to expect from the Four Seasons brand within steps of Colorado's best skiing location. 

Modern mountain cuisine is dished inside or out day or night from a selection of restaurants fitting for the dramatic views. Take a cocktail out on one of the heated terraces, or cozy up with a loved one beside one of the many stone fireplaces.

Muscles that become sore from a day on the slopes can relax at the award-winning spa. The services include a bevy of organic and state-of-the-art treatments dialed in for maximum effectiveness in cold weather and high-altitude conditions.

The comfortable rooms include fine leather furniture for relaxing and soaking in the dramatic views, while private gas-burning fireplaces bedside keep toes toasty and spirits high.

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Fairmont Chateau – Whistler

Whistler, British Columbia has some of the best skiing experiences on the planet. The Fairmont Chateau in Whistler, located at the foot of Blackcomb Mountain is in the prime location for ski in and out resort experiences.

Built in a classic chateau style, this 12 story charmer is a picturesque basecamp for having a winter adventure with the whole family.

Plan a trip around one of the Fairmont's many special events like The Whistler Christmas Story for an added holiday treat.

Travelers who need a break from snow banks and twinkling lights will marvel at the chateau's oversized pool deck. It's the perfect way to end a day of outdoor activity.

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Hotel Airelles – Courchevel

It's no secret that France boasts some of the best ski resorts in the world. The mythical palace appearance of the Hotel Airelles in beautiful Courchevel will blow your mind with atmosphere and service.

Come for the Olympic-level skiing (Courchevel was the location of the ski jump and Nordic combined events during the Winter Olympics of 1992) stay for the exquisite French dining and opulent chalet accommodations.

Plush chamber rooms decked out in equal parts rich wood, and heirloom fabrics present a timeless environment where decadence reigns supreme.

Order in a tray of sweet brioche and wash it down with a sparkling mimosa before skiing out into the winter wonderland of the French countryside.

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Four Seasons – Jackson Hole

Wyoming's Grand Tetons are a majestic sight all year long. It's almost unfair that the area offers incredible skiing as well.

For the best ski in and out opportunity in Jackson Hole, head to the Four Seasons Resort surrounded by this breathtaking mountain range.

The hotel balances the rustic feel of the West with five-star luxury rooms and dining. In the evening, sip a craft cocktail at the popular slope-side bar or enjoy an entire romantic dinner in the privacy of your suite.  

For skiers looking to mix downhill runs with a taste of the grand Americana-this is the outpost to hit.  

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A proper ski resort is never about one thing. It must provide a healthy mix of comfort, luxury, warmth, good weather, great food and drink, and of course, mountainous layers of light snow.

Ski-in and out of one of these high-class resorts, and you won't just be floating down mountains, you'll be increasing the amplitude of your entire trip.

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Harrison Ford

In 1983, a former-carpenter-turned-movie-star had appeared in a string of soon-to-be iconic films that included the original Star Wars, the first Indiana Jones adventure, and Blade Runner. The actor on top of Hollywood's A-list was Harrison Ford, but all he could think of at that time was where to get away.

When Ford rolled into Wyoming, he knew he had found his sanctuary. "The first time I saw Jackson Hole, I said, ‘This is the place that’s been in my mind all the time,’” Ford once told a biographer.

What Ford saw, was an 800-acre tract of land nestled alongside the aptly named Snake River, for the way it crosscuts the loose rocky soil dotted with cottonwoods, willows, and big green leaf sagebrush.

Elk and mule deer roamed the property and bald eagles built their nests at the peak of the tall trees framed by the majestic mountains in the background.

The land already had a house on it, but Ford quickly went to work sketching plans for a new house, a guest home, and a barn/workshop. Of course, every building would feature custom master-crafted cabinetry.

Since then, Ford has become an active member of the growing community. He fights for the conservation of the area and volunteers his own piloting skills for aerial search and rescue missions.

Ford came to Wyoming to seek balance and harmony with nature. He ended up staying and helping to ensure those qualities remain intact for future generations.

Sandra Bullock

In the town square, in the heart of Jackson, there's a local watering hole where the barstools have been replaced by saddles and the music's always country. It's called the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and it's a favorite of part-time Jackson Hole resident Sandra Bullock. In 2014, Bullock celebrated her 50th birthday at the cowboy bar with Chelsea Handler and six other close friends.

Bullock loves the skiing in Jackson in the colder months (she had Jennifer Anniston on the slopes with her in 2016), and riding horses or hiking trails with her kids and celebrity pals like Ryan Reynolds when temperatures warm up. Never one to shun the outdoors, Bullock seems perfectly comfortable in a pair of jeans with cowboy boots.

“My goal now is to remember every place I've been, only do things I love, and not say yes when I don't mean it,” Bullock once said. With that attitude, she'll probably try to spend more time in places like her cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath log cabin that sits on a 2.94-acre lot surrounded by soft firs and tall Aspens.

Kanye West

Earlier this week, in celebration of dropping his new album "Ye," the ever-surprising Kanye West flew a collection of music critics, close friends, and collaborators to his Wyoming studio to catch the first listen of the finished LP. He also shared a link to an app that allowed anyone to stream the event live.

It was a surreal experience for the journalists and industry types who attended the listening party at Diamond Cross Ranch. Before the music started, they were greeted by a herd of horses nibbling on yellow dandelions in a field. Eating a mac-and-cheese buffet in a barn with Chris Rock, Jonah Hill, and Kim Kardashian is not the prelude anyone would expect for the launch of a Kanye West album – but does Kanye do anything expected these days?

By all accounts, Wyoming seems to be good for Kanye. He seemed genuinely happy, smiling ear to ear, arms around close friends, as his diverse collection of invitees circled around a bonfire to bounce to his beats.

With an abundance of space and natural beauty, it's easy to see why so many famous people come to this wide-open state. The wild American West has always inspired artists and writers. Ernest Hemingway once said, "there are two places I love; Africa and Wyoming.” He went on to write his novel A Farewell to Arms while staying at the Spear-o-Wigwam Ranch in the heart of Wyoming's Bighorn Mountains.

Photo by Rachel Clancy

"Jackson Hole is a world-class destination at the foot of one of the most majestic mountain ranges in the West. We are steps from Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone, America's 1st National Park," Clancy said, before heading out to assist another family to make a Wyoming land purchase that would last for generations to come.

This fertile country was once the domain of the Arapaho and Cheyenne, fur trappers and pioneers. Wyoming will always stay true to its cowboy roots–while hiding a few escaped celebrities and investment bankers along the way.

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Jackson, Wyoming is the definition of quaint, small-town America. Everyone’s friendly, there are tons of locals living in the area year-round, and prices haven’t been jacked up as high as can be. That’s why the area has become such a destination for premium real estate lately. With Teton Village, one of the nation’s best ski locations just a 20-minute drive from the center of town, plenty of chic, modern restaurants within walking distance of the town square, and famous watering holes like the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar at one’s disposal, Jackson Hole has the makings of a welcomed respite, no matter what the season.

When it comes to real estate in Jackson, the best place to be looking is developments on the rise like the Snake River Sporting Club. The campus of the club, located maybe 30 minutes away from the town’s center on a scenic mountain road, is in the midst of creating one of the most beautiful places to live in the area.

Snake River Sporting Club, built off the banks of the Snake River, offers views that simply aren’t attainable from the town of Jackson. The mountainside land offers multiple options for homes, from expansive mansions surrounded by the evergreen trees that just up the hill become the nationally protected forest; to the Ranch Estates, which sit atop the hill and look out over the beautiful canyon with amazing views of Wolf Mountain. The homes reflect the epitome of luxury though, with tall glass windows, beautiful fireplaces for a cozy night in, and enough land to beat any “yard” at one’s disposal. While the homes are absolutely worth the investment, the real reason to find a place in Snake River Sporting Club is for the facility itself.

The club’s story is an uplifting one. After being hit hard by the 2008 financial crisis, much as all developments were, Snake River Sporting Club has not only gotten back on its feet, but is continuing to build and grow faster and larger than any of its neighboring competitors. Cabins are going up with chic, modern finishes, new land is being planned for innovating new sections of homes, and the grounds are kept beautifully while offering incredible activities.

In the winter, the club is about a 40-minute drive to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, the local skiing destination. The club’s entrance also has a helipad on the grounds for anyone crazy enough to dare to go “heli-skiing” – getting dropped out of a helicopter onto the slope directly. (It’s crazy, we know.) Interestingly, the club’s land is formerly the Astoria Hot Springs, part of Wyoming’s naturally occurring hot springs. The next steps for the club, according to those leading the growth, are to bring the hot springs back as a featured amenity that residents and visitors can sit and soak in after a day on the slopes.

The club’s best feature, and where it stands apart as a destination from other ski destinations, is its summer-climate attractions. Jackson Hole started as a summer getaway, and only emerged as a great ski resort to the masses in the 1960s, according to locals. The club in the summer comes to life, offering fly-fishing for trout in the Snake River, canoeing in the small lake, horseback riding, a myriad of different hiking trails, and an incredible golf course.  Unlike any other ski chalet, a home at Snake River Sporting Club is good for any season one could want to get away from the madness of everyday life. The duality of investing in a second home, one where you can make the most of that investment at any time, is what makes this location truly worth every penny.

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The 13,000 square foot main house sits atop a 119 acre property, which also boasts a 3,850 sq ft guest house and a 1,400 sq ft annex. The wood-log construction opens with a dual-sided wood carved staircase, leading into an interior filled with light streaming in from the soaring two-story windows. From the main living room with stone fireplace to the formal dining room with a chandelier of antlers, this is a unique balance between state-of-the-art luxury and rustic decor. The lakeside property boasts a home theatre, two-story library, game room complete with wet bar and pool table, spa with steam shower and sauna, personal gym and indoor pool.

Matt Faupel at Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates (an affiliate of Christie's International Real Estate) has the listing.

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What do you see as your company’s greatest success in 2012?

As an exclusive affiliate of Christie's International Real Estate, our brokerage Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates outsold our nearest competitor by 15% in 2012, with more than 60% of our transactions in the luxury market.  We relocated to new offices and grew our sales force as well.

What do you see as some of the biggest opportunities in the coming year ahead?

Buying into the Jackson market has terrific tax benefits for someone looking to get out of a high tax burden state.  Although our inventory is at its lowest, prices have only begun to rise, so this is an opportune time to invest in an amenity-rich resort town.

What changing market aspects will have the greatest impact on the way you conduct business in 2013?

Web-based real estate sites are where a lot of potential clients search prior to contacting a realtor.  Convincing those Buyers and Sellers that my team, LintonBingle Associate Brokers, is their best choice in Jackson Hole is the biggest challenge.  Buyers could easily end up with a less experienced, less knowledgeable realtor.  Capturing that traffic, driving them to our website, and convincing them that we are their "go-to" team, is my marketing challenge.

What is it about you and your company that sets you apart from the rest?

My individual sales records in Jackson Hole have always placed me in the top percent and this past year was a record one. I am recognized throughout the community as the premier Broker with an excellent reputation for service and professionalism. A few months ago, I partnered with Betsy Bingle, an Associate Broker with years of luxury project sales in the U.S. and internationally.  Together we are the most dynamic and client centered team in Jackson Hole.

What are the most important questions a client should ask themselves before selecting an agent in your market?  

Which agent has the most knowledge and longevity in their market? Which agent is going to look out for the client's best interests with a dynamic approach?  Which agent can provide the client with the most accurate and relevant information for their needs?  The Jackson Hole market has approximately 520 realtors, but only the LintonBingle team can deliver the depth of competence and professionalism you should expect as a Buyer.

To Learn More Visit:  Carol Linton’s Haute Real Estate Profile.

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