Aspen local news: Events, Sports, Real Estate & Rentals
A Comprehensive Overview of the Luxury Real Estate Market Aspen's real estate market has a rich history and is known for its unparalleled luxury and exceptional property offerings. As of 2023, the picturesque mountain town boasts some of the highest median home prices per square foot in the United States. [...]
Aspen is a premier mountain destination for a magical Christmas experience. The town becomes a sight to behold with windows and storefronts illuminated in twinkling lights and greenery, making it especially festive. The sight of horse-drawn carriages and snow-capped peaks creates an amazing atmosphere to enjoy while sipping hot cocoa [...]
Fall is undoubtedly one of the most scenic times of year in Aspen. The mountainsides are flooded with golden colors, and the weather is perfect for various outdoor activities. The Aspen trees start to show their new fall color once the shorter days of fall approach. Higher elevations begin the [...]
Locals know that Aspen is idyllic in the summer with its bluebird skies, crisp mountain air, and moderate temperatures. Ski season may be over, but the longer days of summer afford more opportunities for other outdoor adventures. With abundant access to lakes and trails, activities like hiking, biking, fishing, and [...]
Whitman Fine Properties was recently honored to be included in Haven, an inspiring lifestyle publication. 3 Luxury Homes On The Market features stylish, private properties with amazing views. 725 Aspen Valley Downs in Woody Creek is one of the three properties featured. It is home to Three Ponds Ranch, a [...]
Full moon dinners at Buttermilk are back! Hike or skin up Buttermilk, enjoy views of the Elk Mountains and enjoy dinner at the Cliffhouse restaurant. Then ski or snowboard under the moonlight to the base. Dates for this event include: Friday, January 6, 2023 Sunday, February 5, 2023 Tuesday, March [...]
With four mountains to explore — Aspen, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass, Aspen, Colorado is an excellent destination for beginning skiers. Whether you are learning to ski as an adult or planning for your children’s first ski experience, here are eleven helpful tips to help guarantee the best beginner ski [...]
Aspen has long been associated with fine dining, luxury lodging, boutique shopping, and a rich arts culture. And yet, Aspen is also a playground for children and families. Whether your family is looking for a summer vacation or planning a winter trip, Aspen is the perfect place to enjoy a [...]
Aspen in September is a special season for locals and tourists alike. The large summer crowds have thinned, and the vibrant locals’ scene revives while the valley begins taking on its bright golden autumn hue. We're confident you won't be disappointed if you visit Aspen in September. Peak foliage is [...]
Without its trademark blanket of winter snow, August in Aspen reveals a late summer playground, and the 8,000-foot elevation will literally take your breath away. August is the perfect time to experience a variety of lower-key activities and events as the frenzy of family summertime activities begins to subside in [...]
Aspen, Colorado is one of the highest cities in the United States, sitting in the Rocky Mountains at nearly 8,000 feet. And if you're planning on skiing, hiking, or riding the Gondola while vacationing in Aspen, you’ll get as high as 11,212 feet. That could be thousands of feet higher [...]
While Aspen will always be known as a world-class skiing destination, the fun doesn’t end as soon as the snow melts. Hiking and biking trails begin to emerge, and the snow-covered mountains stand out against the green of spring. If Aspen's natural beauty and outdoor activities aren’t enough to draw [...]
Springtime in Aspen is special. At 8,000 feet above sea level, the sun shines warmly during the days, yet snow could come overnight. Late spring in Aspen is also called the “Secret Season,” when the crowds have gone, the snow sticks around, and plenty of warmer weather activities have become [...]
Just what is it that makes Aspen the most magical place to visit in the winter? The Scenery While an in-person wintertime visit to the “most photographed mountains in the world” (via nordic skiing or snowmobiling, since the road is closed to traffic during the winter) might be on your [...]
Luxury magazine Condé Nast Traveler’s 34th annual Readers’ Choice Awards named Aspen the #1 “Best Small City” in the country for 2021. The Readers’ Choice Awards are considered the most prestigious awards in the travel industry — and they’re the longest-running. Each year, Condé Nast Traveler readers are able to [...]
This 2021-2022 ski season, Aspen Snowmass celebrates its 75th Anniversary Season. Learn more about the history of skiing in Aspen and join us this winter as we celebrate. The History of Aspen Skiing Now an iconic international ski and snowboard destination, Aspen Snowmass opened with just one lift; Lift 1 [...]
While fall officially begins in late September, Thanksgiving in Aspen marks the true changing of our seasons. Not only do friends and families convene for annual celebrations of gratitude — half of the ski slopes are ready to open on Thanksgiving weekend. What kind of Aspen Thanksgiving are you hoping [...]
It’s true that you could take a hike in Aspen everyday during the fall and not be disappointed in your experience. The scenery any day of the year can take your breath away, and the bright warm, golden hues of autumn simply increase the drama of an already spectacular landscape. [...]
Aspen, Colorado is the 53rd largest city in the state, and was incorporated in 1881. Sitting at 7,908 feet in elevation and surrounded by gorgeous Rocky Mountain peaks, you’ll find Aspen at the southeastern end of the Roaring Fork Valley, which stretches roughly 40 miles south from I-70 along Highway [...]
If you’re looking to buy or sell real estate in Aspen, Colorado you’re going to want someone by your side who deeply knows the local industry and has the connections you’ll need to find the right luxury property at the right price — or to make sure your property gets [...]
The Best Winter Activities in Aspen Besides Skiing Whether you take a pass on skiing or snowboarding or you just want to take a day off from hitting the slopes, Aspen abounds with wintertime activities. Whether you want to explore the outdoors, get a winter workout, relax and rejuvenate, or [...]
