By Tess Weaver By Tess Weaver | February 16, 2022 | Home & Real Estate, Home & Real Estate, Migration,
Whether you’re after acreage to feel away from it all, outdoor living space to entertain or room for a backyard sledding hill, these gems offer privacy, tranquility and a short drive from all of Aspen’s conveniences.
Listed by Carrie Wells, this 15,000-square-foot home is on the market for $51 million.
ASPEN PARK
The LEED Silver residence is designed by Charles Cunniffe Architects with interiors by Donna Guerra Design.
Bordered by national forest on two sides and encompassing 5.6 acres of mountainside (and offered with an adjacent 3-acre lot and pond), yet just five minutes from the center of Aspen, this one-of-a-kind home sets a new standard for privacy, luxury and beauty. The 15,000-square-foot, five-bedroom LEED Silver residence designed by Charles Cunniffe Architects and built by Hansen Construction with interior design by Donna Guerra Design fuses art deco and contemporary mountain-modern design. “Perfectly positioned in its natural setting, the architecture offers another moment of awe,” says listing agent Carrie Wells of Mason Morse Real Estate. Listed for $51 million, the massive floor-to-ceiling windows and walls of glass frame unobstructed sweeping views from Independence Pass to Aspen Mountain. 45081 & 45101 State Highway 82, Aspen
MOUNT HAYDEN LODGE
Rooms offer panoramic mountain views.
The kitchen features a modern-meets-rustic vibe
Compass agent Steven Shane listed Mount Hayden Lodge at $39 million following the home’s complete renovation in 2020-21, which turned a log cabin into a contemporary masterpiece. “There are absolute requests being made by Aspen luxury buyers in today’s world: land, square footage, age of the home and proximity to town,” says Shane. “This magnificent home and property boldly checks all the boxes.” Mount Hayden Lodge comprises 17 acres of manicured flat lawns, two ponds fed from a natural flowing creek, waterfalls, fire pits, multiple play structures and more. The newly constructed 5,000 square feet of outdoor decks provide breathtaking views of the Castle Creek Valley, Aspen Mountain and Mount Hayden. 931 N. Hayden Drive, Aspen
730 BAY ST.
Listed by Douglas Elliman Broker Associate Susan Hershey
Only blocks from downtown Aspen and listed for $25 million, this secluded mountain property provides 1 acre of privacy in a parklike setting. The 6,714-square-foot six-bedroom home plus a one-bedroom caretaker apartment features grand log accents, dramatic architectural elements, patios or balconies from every bedroom, three fireplaces, AC, an elevator to all floors and Aspen Mountain views throughout. 730 Bay St., Aspen
PEAK HOUSE
The home features both an inside and an outdoor pool.
Previously owned by international fugitive Viktor Kozeny, aka the “Pirate of Prague,” and currently owned by Rick Braddock, former CEO of Priceline, the 22,000-square-foot Peak House listed at $48.5 million comes with a storied past. Atop Red Mountain, the European-designed home was built from natural stone and wood materials sourced on-site by respected builder Joe Zanin and includes an almost 4,000-square-foot stone terrace and a massive wine cave. “Even in this large and stunning home, you don’t get lost in the size,” says Compass listing agent Heidi Houston. “The warm custom wood and flooring offer comfort while offering incredible, unobstructed views from every room.” 2137 Red Mountain Road, Aspen
BRUSH CREEK RANCHETTE
Listed by Tim Mooney of Slifer Smith & Frampton, this Brush Creek ranchette features views of Snowmass.
Set on a lush and private hillside with mature trees and overlooking Brush Creek Valley with views of Snowmass Ski Area and Hunter Creek, this Brush Creek ranchette offers the country living lifestyle in a convenient location, according to listing agent Tim Mooney of Slifer Smith & Frampton. Th e meticulously maintained home consists of three bedrooms and 2 ½ baths. Th e kitchen includes a unique pantry with custom wine cellar, and the ample outdoor entertaining space spans almost 1,500 square feet of patio and wraparound stone deck. A detached two-level, one-bedroom unit includes a kitchen and art studio. 70 Medicine Bow Road, Aspen
SOPRIS PEAK RANCH
Listed by Melissa Temple of Engel & Völkers, Sopris Peak Ranch sits on 161.9 acres
“With 161.9 acres of irrigated pastureland, extensive water rights and breathtaking mountain views, Sopris Peak Ranch offers a rare opportunity to create the Rocky Mountain equestrian estate of your dreams,” says listing agent Melissa Temple of Engel & Völkers. Stay in the newly remodeled farmhouse while building the ranch house of your dreams on a bucolic property ideal for horse lovers looking for year-round riding and convenience. Saddle up in your equestrian center, which includes a 14,000-square-foot heated indoor riding arena, one outdoor arena with viewing platform, 35 horse stalls, numerous corrals, tack room, two grooming stalls, multiple horse pastures and a studio above the indoor riding arena. 1900 County Road 103, Carbondale
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