LIV Crested Butte Magazine | Vol 4 Issue 1 2022

The People We LIV to Love Meet Locals Who Have Found Success in the Gunnison Valley

Creating a "Lights On" Community The Whetstone Affordable Housing Project

Artist Spotlight: Anders Johnson Local Painter and Assistant Professor of Art at WCU

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LIV Crested Butte VO L . 4 | I SSU E 1

CRE ATIVE DIRECTO R / EDITO R-IN- CHIEF Nia Morales

C O PY WRITERS Chloe Elliot Ingrid Palmer Kendra Walker

G R APHIC D ESIG N / PRO D U CTIO N Nia Morales

LISTIN G PH OTO G R APH Y Graham Koval Eric Phillips

COVER IMAG E Austin Pedersen

PH OTO G R APH Y C O NTRIBU TO RS Anders Johnson, Allison White Photography, Bramble and Bloom, Carley Clegg, Cedar & Pines, Eric Phillips, Jason & Daris Photography, Kiki Creates, Mountain Magic Media, Moutain Roots Food Project, Nia Morales, Prop Imagery, Tara Butcher, Wheelies and Wave, and Whetstone Community Housing Project

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A LETTER FROM THE BROKERS

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now is starting to melt, the aspen trees are in bloom, and the valley floor is turning that picture perfect shade of green that makes me stop what I’m doing, pull out my camera and take the same photo that I’ve taken this exact same time of year for the past 24 years that I’ve lived in Crested Butte. Why? Because summer season has arrived and its beauty never gets old!

As I approach the 1-year anniversary of becoming the Vice President and Managing Broker of the LIV Sotheby’s International Realty Crested Butte office, an office I’ve been involved with for over 16 years, I reminisce over the past years’ successes and have so much to be grateful for. Surrounded by the top professionals in our industry, the LIV SIR Crested Butte team continues to be ranked the #1 brokerage firm in Gunnison County and has sold more properties than any other Real Estate company in the Valley. But most importantly, our Brokers are LOCAL; with an average of 20 years living in Gunnison County, ask any of our Agents to share a story about the area or provide insight about a particular property and you won’t be disappointed! Our Brokers are EXPERIENCED; with over 45 years of combined experience, the Realtors in the Crested Butte office exemplify professionalism and know the area inside and out. Our Brokers are COMMUNITY oriented; we recognize the importance of giving back, and we collectively contribute time, money, and effort to support boards and nonprofit organizations throughout the county each year. And our Brokers consistently embrace the HUMANization of our industry; we don’t just sell Real Estate, we connect with people and we establish relationships that last a lifetime.

Crested Butte, like so many other communities, has faced its challenges with COVID, a lack of housing, low employment, limited inventory, increased building costs, and accelerated growth. It's an emotional time, so while we can and should celebrate our successes, it’s also important to empathize and listen to one another. It’s important to connect with each other, our friends, clients, and our community. To take that moment to stop, look around, and take the photo even if you’ve taken it 24 times before. Because we’re all connected in this beautiful town of ours. Happy summer from LIV Sotheby's International Realty in Crested Butte! I hope you enjoy this magazine as much as we do.

Sincerely,

Jaima Giles-Alsum Vice President and Managing Broker, Crested Butte

CONTENTS

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Lifestyles 08

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Cozy and Timeless

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Interior Design trends that bring long-lasting comfort

Off the beaten path // Our favorite high alpine mountain

into the home

biking trails

The People We LIV To Love

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Meet locals who have found success in the Gunnison Valley

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Creating a "Lights On" Community The Whetstone Community Housing Project

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Artist Spotlight: Anders Johnson Local painter and Assistant Professor of Art at Western Colorado University

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Summer Adventure Guide

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Q1 Market Report A first-quarter local market analysis from January through March 2022

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Event Calendar Local events from June through November

CONTENTS

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25 Properties 45

Crested Butte

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Local listings in the town of Crested Butte

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Mt. Crested Butte

New Developments in Gunnison County

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Local listings in the town of Mt. Crested Butte

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Rural Crested Butte Local listings in Rural Crested Butte and

New Developments Significant Sales Significant Sales from the past year

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Agent Directory Your local real estate experts

surrounding neighborhoods

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Gunnison and Rural Gunnison Local listings in the town of Gunnison and surrounding neighborhoods

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A GREAT HOUSE CAN CHECK ALL THE BOXES good foundation, perfect size, primo location, great neighborhood. But it is the design elements that help make it truly and uniquely your own. Your home.

Design choices vary significantly depending on taste, interests and personal touch, but there are always a few design trends that emerge across the home renovation and build space. And while trends can often be fleeting or overdone, Stephanie Ballard of Covet Living Interiors shares some of her clients’ preferred design choices that fit a more timeless and classic vibe.

“I’m thrilled about the return to timeless design and the use of more authentic, natural materials,” she says. “A renovation or a custom build is so special and you might not do it again, so I try to recommend timeless details that bring overall comfort to the home. A lot of things have changed in the world over the last couple of years, and people are much more willing to invest in their homes because they spend so much more time there. There’s been a popular gravitation toward cozy and comfort.”

Here’s a rundown of some of Stephanie’s favorite cozy and timeless elements in home design: Stephanie Ballard // Owner & Principal Designer of Covet Living Interiors 8

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Kitchen The bottom line - people love cozy and colorful right now. “I haven’t done a white kitchen in years,” laughs Stephanie. “People are leaning into color and patterns a little more, which I think is so fun. Historically, there's this fear of color and people wanting to play it safe and just get the gray or blue option. But now I’m seeing a lot more jewel-toned cabinetry with these deep rich hues that people used to be scared to use. It gives off the kind of vibe of being in an old English cottage and there's something so classic about that.”

Stephanie notes that her clients are gravitating toward a more natural kitchen look as well. “When they choose wood, they’re doing a natural bleached or distressed oak fi nish. Instead of man-made porcelain and tiles, they’re moving toward terracotta.” Stephanie also highly recommends quartzite counter tops rather than manmade quartz. “It’s really beautiful and durable, that natural stone is really resilient,” she says.

Classic French ranges are also very desirable, says Stephanie.

“They have that centuries-old, timeless look.” Folks are also going for unlacquered brass on faucets and hardware, which develops patina as it ages. “That gives off a more used look. It was popular 100 years ago and now it’s really popular again,” she says.

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Bathroom S imilar to the kitchen, Stephanie has noticed more raw, unlacquered finishes on plumbing fixtures, natural stone counter tops, and terracotta floors. “People are going for warm, authentic, and timeless materials,” she says. “I love glazed terracotta and brick herringbone floors, it’s really beautiful. People are using these glazed or crackled textures that have a high level of variation and depth, so it doesn’t look like it belongs in a hotel.”

“I also love to mix metals and do things that don’t overtly match,” says Stephanie. “Things should all be intuitively cohesive, but there’s an artful way to mix your metals to give the space more depth and make it feel more custom.”

Stephanie notes that people are also using more drawers for storage, rather than doors or cabinets. “Drawers are so much easier to access, and people are moving toward things in general that are much easier to use.” And bidets are very popular right now, says Stephanie, adding to the ease and comfort vibe.

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Living Room Comfort first is especially apparent in living rooms, says Stephanie.

“I’m seeing a lot of sectionals and a sofa with a chaise. Everything has very soft, tactile textures. I see a lot of cleaner lines but still really nice soft textures, like velvet sofas and sheepskin chairs. Things that feel like butter to touch.”

Stephanie also notes that people a re m ov i n g aw ay f ro m t h e disposable furniture trend and, instead, leaning toward longlasting furniture. “People used to be OK with getting something for instant gratification and throwing it away once it wore out, but now people are investing in quality upholstery because they know they’ll have it for 20 years.

I’m seeing more people invest in classic wool vintage rugs, which also last a long time.”

Stone fireplaces are also a popular living room feature here in the mountains, and Stephanie says people are doing gas fireplaces more and more than wood-burning fireplaces for ease and efficiency.

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Bedroom Continuing with the theme of comfort, Stephanie says most people are going with upholstered headboards for a maximum, plush feeling. “I haven’t seen a wood or an iron headboard in a long time,” she says.

Stephanie has also noticed more lighting at several different levels in bedrooms. “Instead of one overhead fixture, they’ll add sconce lighting and then maybe lighting up in the beams, which ends up with this nice ambient, cozy lighting.”

Stephanie also says people are playing with more textures and patterns. “I'm seeing the use of a lot of different textures and patterns and layers in a bedroom, like a grass cloth or textured wall covering. People are embracing wallpaper again. I’m seeing more people open to that and that’s really fun.”

"I haven't seen a wood or an iron headboard in along time."

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TRENDS OF

Crested Butte

For outdoor spaces, “It’s so beautiful here in the summer and fall,” says Stephanie. “More and more, people are investing in outdoor fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, and nice outdoor furniture.” Stephanie also notes that clients are gravitating toward more environmentally-friendly outdoor materials and furniture.

Stephanie says that people are also more willing to take risks because of the backlog in the supply chain.

“It’s just much harder to find things right now,” she says. “So I like to recommend using antique and vintage one-of-a-kind pieces. If you put 10 brand new things in a room, it will feel flat. But instead, you could recycle these amazing items and recover and reinvent these older pieces that are much more unique and special. If you use some items that have a little bit of age and patina, it gives the space more soul.”

W i t h r i s k-t a k i n g , Ste p h a n i e observes, “Maybe that’s also a Crested Butte thing, where this fun, relaxed mountain town lends itself to fun, carefree people. People are more willing to do irreverent things in design because it makes them happy.

People are taking more risks and having fun doing it, and I love being a part of that.”

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Meet Locals Who Have Found Success in the Gunnison Valley

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ime and time again, locals and visitors alike will tell you

one of the qualities that draws them to the Gunnison Valley

is the strong community here. Community comes in many forms - hitting the trails together, keeping an eye on each other’s kids, being there for neighbors in time of need, celebrating each other’s successes. And, supporting the local businesses and organizations making it work in our little slice of paradise.

Here are some of the places, and the locals behind them, that we love to support:

Photos courtesy of Nia Morales

What makes us special: “We’re a close family. There are a lot of long-term, hardworking locals working here. I love entertaining and taking care of people and having a family away from family. Every day I’m surrounded by all my friends, my second family,” says John. “We also get a lot of comments about our elevated food and beautiful presentation. I have very regimented steps and everything is very detailed driven. I think that sets us apart.”

Our secret to success: “I think it’s our ability to focus on every guest. You’ve got to be willing to pay attention to details,” says John.

“We’re committed to one seating a night and a multi-course menu, which allows us to really give extra attention to every guest. It’s almost like buying tickets to an event or a performing arts show. You come and sit down and the whole night is yours.

It’s for those people who live to eat.”

For more information: Soupçon is open daily with one multi-course dinner seating at 7 p.m. Reservation only.

Soupçon About the owner:

About Soupçon:

John Leonardi recalls growing up learning how

Soupçon is a restaurant located in the heart of

to cook the recipes of his Italian heritage with his

downtown Crested Butte, serving American

aunt. He attended the Culinary Institute of America

cuisine steeped in classic French technique.

in New York and learned to incorporate old-school

The Soupçon building’s history spans all the

French influence and abstract techniques into his

way back to Crested Butte’s mining days. The

cooking. John moved to Crested Butte in October

historic mining cabin built in 1890 was home to the

2010 for the skiing. After running into a fellow

Kochevar family from 1929 to 1934, and became a

alumnus of his culinary school, who happened to

fondue house in 1960. Soupçon was established

be the owner of Soupçon at the time, John began

in 1974 and has charmed locals and visitors with

working for him that winter. Ten years later, John

its cozy, rustic atmosphere and carefully crafted

took over ownership of Soupçon.

multi-course menu.

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What makes us special: “We have that signature of putting dried florals in the arrangements, so when the flowers die they still look good together,” says Sarah. “The local support from the community is also amazing, so many people come to visit our shop and hang out.

It doesn’t feel like your typical flower shop. It’s a welcome spot, we want it to be a comfortable and happy space for everyone.”

Our secret to success: “Hard work and putting in those hours into the business,” says Sarah.

“Also, with how much support we’ve received from the community by doing custom pieces for businesses around town and the Center for the Arts. It’s locals supporting locals.”

For more information: Bramble & Bloom specializes in custom orders and recommends calling ahead.

224 Buckley Drive Riverland 970.251.5481 www.brambleandbloomfloral.com

Bramble & Bloom About the owner:

About Bramble & Bloom:

Sarah Hausdoerffer has been a Crested Butte

Bramble & Bloom is an event florist and retail shop

local for over 20 years and has a background in

offering whimsical, seasonal floral arrangements

creating custom art, murals, and faux finishing.

and plants. Started two years ago, Bramble

She decided to take a big risk and switch to floral,

& Bloom’s signature dried floral designs have

attending a flower design school in Portland. “I

quickly become must-have showstoppers at

wanted to find another way to be creative and work

local weddings and a staple for Crested Butte

with a different medium,” she says. “I wanted to

businesses, homes and events.

bring an organic, non-traditional style to floral arrangements and installations for weddings, events, and businesses around town.”

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Photos courtesy of Wheelies and Waves

What makes us special: We love getting people outside. We’re providing a service that nobody else does and a lot of our visitors just want to get out and see the beauty of this place,” says Courtney. “When people come back from renting paddle boards or bikes, they have the biggest smiles on their faces and tell us that was the best part of their trip. People come back year after year. That makes us so happy.”

Our secret to success: We have the best customer service.

We want to make everyone that comes into our shop feel welcome.

We’ll set you up and show you where to go and how to do it. Crested Butte is known as this extreme sports community, but even if you’re not an extreme person we’ll make you feel really welcome and par t of the Wheelies and Waves family."

For more information: Half-day and full-day rentals available. Reservations are recommended.

Crested Butte Location: 509 Elk Ave 970.309.1491

Wheelies & Waves

Gunnison Location: 110 S. Main Street 970.975.3081 www.wheeliesandwaves.com

About the owners:

About Wheelies and Waves:

Courtney and Braden Burton moved to the

With locations in both Crested But te and

Gunnison Valley in 2011, working seasonal jobs

G u n n i s o n , W h e e l i e s a n d Wa ve s of fe r s

on the mountain and in town. Both had a love

outdoor rental equipment for any Gunnison

for water sports, so they began renting out

Valley adventure - including stand-up paddle

paddle boards. “We started with six paddle

boards, electric bikes, kayaks, and float tubes.

boards and we were renting them out of our

Wheelies and Waves was founded in 2015

pickup truck,” recalls Courtney. “We wanted to

to provide welcoming outdoor experiences

help people get outside in the valley and have

and to make it easy for everyone to enjoy the

more fun. Now it’s our full-time gig and we’ve

outdoors by leading a healthy, happy lifestyle.

expanded to kayaks, tubes, and electric bikes.”

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What makes us special: “We’re not your regular bartenders,” says Heidi. “We want guests to feel like the event they attended was memorable, the service was fun, and the drinks were delicious. It feels so great to play a role in that special day.

You feel like you’re a part of the party and we want to add to the celebration with great drinks and our friendly attitudes.” Carissa adds, “We really enjoy getting to know people, learning people’s names, having inside jokes with everyone, and taking pictures with them. At the end of the night, almost every guest will thank us and say 'bye' to us. It makes us happy that we added such a positive experience to their night.”

Our secret to success: “We are willing to work. We work very, very hard in the summertime,” says Carissa. “And even though after a big day or long event and we’re dead tired, we still have fun.

No matter how tired we are, we’re still really psyched.” Heidi agrees,

Horsefeather MOBILE BAR

“We go above and beyond and not just show up for a job, but we make memorable, delicious, high-quality cocktails and show everyone a really fun time. We’re always trying to come up with something different and fun and beautiful. It’s all about having a fun experience.” Heidi adds, “And I’m really grateful to be in such a fun

About the owners: Heidi Shabo and Carissa Allain have both lived in

Now the ladies are serving up drinks all season

Crested Butte for 12 years, having met through

long for weddings, parties, and charity events.

mutual friends and working in the local restaurants together. “When we met, we both had this feeling

About Horsefeather:

of ‘I know you’re going to be in my life forever,’”

The Horsefeather Mobile Bar, founded in 2019,

says Heidi. With backgrounds in cocktail mixology,

offers portable bar-tending services for weddings

bar-tending, and a dedication to professional and

and events, all from a renovated 1970s horse trailer

reliable service, the concept for a mobile bar

bar. Specializing in expertly crafted cocktails

quickly clicked into place. “Carissa came to me

and cheerful bartenders, Horsefeather adds the

one day with this idea and we just went for it,” says

extra touch to any special occasion with unique

Heidi. “So many people in the community helped

ambiance, memorable drinks, and good vibes.

us get it up and running in a matter of months.”

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business with my best friend.”

For more information: www.thehorsefeather.com

Photos courtesy of Cedar & Pines and Kiki Creates

What makes us special: “We try to go into every wedding as if it’s the only wedding we’re doing because that’s how our clients feel,” says Jamie. “We want to make it special for them because it’s hopefully a once-in-a-lifetime event for them. That’s the mentality we try to live by.”

Our secret to success: “I like to help people and I try to approach things with a sense of humor,” says Jamie. “I’ve learned over the years that weddings bring out a strange amount of anxiety and pressure in people, having to stress over crazy details that, objectively, don’t matter. I try to keep things light with my clients and bring humor into it. Behind the scenes, I’m trying to make it A++ perfect, but the ultimate endgame is that you’re going to have a fabulous party and you’re going to have fun.”

For more information: 203.610.5168 www.belleviewevents.com

Belleview Weddings & EVENTS

About the owner: Jamie Booth moved to Crested Butte in 2006 and

tastes,” she says. “I try to customize weddings as

started Belleview Weddings & Events in 2012. She

much as possible and I want things to be stress-

saw the need for an events planner in the valley

free for clients.”

because there weren’t any at the time. “I like setting my own expectations and I just feel like

About Belleview Weddings & Events:

starting a business was the right move for me.

Belleview Weddings & Events is a boutique event

I had some experience and knew it was a world

planning company for weddings, elopements, and

that I could grow here.” Jamie likes to help her

any celebratory occasion. Belleview Weddings

clients find the right direction for budget, style,

& Events’ services include pre-planning, day-of

and vendor choices and has seen it all - from

coordination, event implementation, setup and

classic mountain weddings, to funky Deadhead-

breakdown, and vendor recommendations and

style events, to magical winter yurt weddings. “I

connections to ensure a seamless, stress-free,

provide recommendations I think will fit people’s

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Mountain Roots

FOOD PROJECT

We love our local businesses, and there are also some incredible non-profits in the Gunnison Valley doing great work to serve a wide variety of under-served populations and causes. Mountain Roots Food Project is one such organization making a difference in the lives of our local community.

About Mountain Roots: Started in 2010, Mountain Roots Food Project is a non-profit

farms. “Ultimately, we want to boost the food resources available

working to cultivate a resilient food system in the Gunnison Valley.

in our community,” says Holly.

Mountain Roots helps address regional food insecurities through various food assistance and education programs.

Mountain Roots also has a beginner farm training program that brings aspiring agrarians to the valley to learn from local farmers

“We are a food systems initiative addressing multiple areas to uplift

and ranchers about regenerative agriculture techniques. “We’re

our society in a way that improves the health of the community

striving to produce the next generation of farmers who will go

that is environmentally regenerative, socially responsible and

out into the world and increase food resources in ways that are

just, and economically viable,” says executive director Holly Conn.

environmentally regenerative, socially just, and economically

“We’re looking at the food system as being foundational to the

viable,” says Holly.

health of our community because it has such a strong and direct impact on our social, economic, and environmental community.”

FOOD SECURITY: Additionally, Mountain Roots provides food relief for those

Programs and Initiatives:

experiencing food insecurities. According to Holly, Mountain

EDUCATION:

Roots puts food on the table of 200 households in the community,

Mountain Roots’ Farm to School program works with the Gunnison

one-fourth of them in the low-income category.

Watershed School District to teach pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students about how food choices affect the health

“We’re making a huge impact by increasing the access to fresh,

of their bodies, environment, and community through hands-on

organic, local food to those who otherwise wouldn’t have access,”

gardening and cooking activities.

says Holly. “It’s one of the things we’re proudest of and it’s a beautiful intersection of food production and food security.”

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FOOD PRODUCTION:

Mountain Roots also works with individuals to move toward self-

Mountain Roots has eight growing spaces in the valley, including

sufficiency by starting their own garden or getting involved in the

community farms, community gardens, and hydroponic container

Mountain Roots community gardens.

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Photos courtesy of Mountain Roots Food Project

Summer Events: SUNDAYS, MAY 29-OCTOBER 9 FARMERS MARKET: Mountain Roots will be at the Crested Butte Farmers Market every Sunday this summer, offering fresh pizzas and salads made from seasonal, local ingredients.

JUNE 23 - OPEN HOUSE: The community is welcome to visit the Mountain Roots headquarters in Gunnison, tour the hydroponic farms, and learn about Mountain Roots’ operations and programs.

AUGUST 6 - FEAST IN THE FIELD: This annual farm-to-table event is an opportunity to celebrate the flavors of the season. Hosted at Red Dog Ranch, chef Dana Zobs will prepare a six-course meal showcasing locally raised meat, vegetables, and fruits.

SEPTEMBER 9 - HARVEST HOEDOWN: This popular community event celebration includes a full harvest buffet, drinks, music, and square dancing on South Main in Gunnison.

For more information: 107 E Georgia Ave, Suite 3B Gunnison FOOD ECONOMY:

as strengthening and including as many partners

Mountain Roots also works to support local food

as possible in this deeply rooted, community-

businesses. “We’re supporting the livelihood of

proven work.”

970.417.7848 www.mountainrootsfoodproject.org

ranchers who choose that lifestyle and to support the rest of us,” says Holly. “We want our farmers to

How to Support:

make fair wages and help people understand the

Mountain Roots always welcomes donations to

true price of food. We’re helping to keep dollars

help continue its mission. The organization also

circulating in our local economy and reduce the

invites community members to volunteer and

carbon footprint of food traveling around the

get involved in the various programs. Volunteer

country.”

opportunities are also available at Mountain Roots’ growing spaces where people can share,

FOOD POLICY:

learn, and help produce food for the community.

Mountain Roots plans to target food policy

“We welcome engagement from people of all ages,

as an area for future growth. “We know that

all walks of life, and all backgrounds,” says Holly.

it takes a village, these are big, complex, and

“So many ways for people to volunteer that fit in

interwoven issues,” says Holly. “We see our role

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The Whetstone Community Housing Project

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Story by CHLOE ELLIOT

nvision attainable housing, a strong sense of belonging, and an entirely electric, environmentally friendly community, and you've got the Whetstone Community Housing project. Located just south of Crested Butte, this 13-acre neighborhood development is led by Gunnison County with the vision of providing workforce housing and creating a "lights on" community where locals can live where they work and play. To learn more about this critical community project, LIV Sotheby's International Realty connected with Assistant County Manager of Sustainability and Operations, John Cattles, and Assistant County Manager of Community and Economic Development, Cathie Pagano.

Cathie Pagano // Assistant County Manager of Community and Economic Development

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What started as a land banking opportunity in 2019 evolved into an affordable housing effort as the housing crisis in Gunnison County and specifically the north valley became more severe. “We’re seeing the impact of the housing crisis across all economic sectors in our community, from the low income most vulnerable populations to the higher income like doctors and nurses,” said Cathie. From teachers to local government employees, the lack of housing has forced many locals to move out of the mountain community and for some, even the county.

We’re seeing the impact of the housing crisis across all economic sectors in our community.

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-Cathie Pagano

Every resort community has always had more demand for housing than there is housing. . .

-John Cattles

“Every resort community has always had more demand for housing than there is housing, but it’s gotten to a point in our community where it is threatening our economy,” said John. Due to the geographic nature of Gunnison Valley and the smaller population of Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte, the effects are much greater than in other areas, particularly on schools, restaurants, and other critical resources that support full-time and part-time residents. This is why Gunnison County officials are working hard to engage stakeholders in the Whetstone Community Housing project to ensure that everyone’s voices are heard and represented. “Whetstone is a real opportunity to create secure housing for residents experiencing insecure housing; whether they’re living in an undesirable situation or far away from their work, this project can provide stability for our community constituents,” said Cathie.

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The 200+ unit project will likely encompass multiple buildings with a mixture of housing types, from one-bedroom apartments to three-bedroom town homes, providing deedrestricted housing to those living and working in Gunnison County. Having garnered a lot of positive feedback from the community, Cathie shared that “no housing project is going to solve all of the issues in our community like school capacities or long lines at the post office, but with Whetstone, we can start to address some of the challenges we’re seeing around housing security.” In addition to the residential units, the community will feature ample outdoor space, including a community garden, a multimodal path, and likely a co-working space.

Every aspect of the community is designed with stakeholder input in mind, and once Gunnison County establishes a developer, these elements will come to life in a way that serves the community best.

Thanks to the convenient location of the project and the Gunnison Valley Climate Action Plan goals, Whetstone is set to be entirely electric and connect seamlessly with the RTA-free bus system to cut down on emissions and encourage the use of public transportation within the valley.

All good things take time and while the housing project is still a few years out from completion,

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. . .with Whetstone, we can start to address some of the challenges we're seeing around housing security.

-Cathie Pagano

now is the time to get involved. Targeting a break ground timeline of 2024, this critical community project is in the important stage of garnering feedback and input from constituents and stakeholders. John and Cathie’s project team hopes to have a sketch plan completed by June of this year, and then move into the engineering and developer partnership in 2023.

A true Colorado ski town, the community surrounding Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte is unlike any other in the state. The place and power of disconnecting and recharging in nature are what attracts thousands of visitors and part-time residents, but what keeps the appeal of this remarkable place alive is its people. The experience of visiting this special

area in the middle of winter or in the height of summer and conquering its steep skiing and biking trails wouldn’t be what it is without the hard-working locals that make up this unique place. It is with these people in mind that the Whetstone Housing Project forges ahead, putting the needs and desires of community members at the forefront of this important effort and, ultimately, bolstering a community that houses not just its visitors but its localskeeping heads in beds and lights on, year-round.

For updates and to learn more about the Whetstone Community Housing project visit: www.whetstonehousing.weebly.com Photos courtesy of Google Earth and whetstonehousing.weebly.com

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Kendra Walker

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Tara Butcher, Carley Clegg and Anders Johnson

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like exploring what happens when you put a Greek pedestal next to an Instant Pot,” says Anders Johnson, artfully summing up the playful yet apocalyptic scenes he creates in his paintings.

Anders’ paintings are packed with things to look at, as they are filled to the brim with historical artifacts, political references, and personal touches perfect for a game of “I Spy.” “I like mixing and matching different spaces and images and finding interesting juxtapositions,” he says. “I like creating that imagery and asking, how do you speak to the value of something that is very much a priceless object next to something more disposable?”

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A lot of my work is based around ruins and the idea of: what is this world, where do all the people go, who’s in charge now?

Anders often channels the idea of ruins. “A lot of my work is based around ruins and the idea of: what is this world, where do all the people go, who’s in charge now?” he says.

“I love the idea of ghost towns. A fascination I've always had is exploring how civilizations collapse. Every summer I try to pick some new ghost towns to visit.”

During the pandemic, Anders was inspired by the ghost town atmosphere that came with the lock-down here in Gunnison County.

“There was nothing open and I would take my 1-year-old son to the Gunnison Airport. It was deserted and it became our playground. He would slide down the ski baggage claim area," he laughs. "It really tied into the scene, this loss of civilization. I started photographing it and made a painting of the airport.”

Anders incorporates several mediums into his art, “I work with a combination of acrylic and oil on my paintings. I do a lot of drawings and illustration marker drawings. I also like to compile digital collages with the photographs I take. I work in Photoshop to mix and match different spaces and images, which is how I come up with ideas for my paintings.”

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Previous Page Warmth, Acrylic, Gouache, Flashe and Oil on Canvas, 25" x 65", 2021 Opposite Page Top: Megaron, Oil and Acrylic on Canvas, 44" x 60", 2019 Opposite Page Bottom: Anders in the studio Below Right: Artemisia, Acrylic and Oil on Canvas, 18" x 24", 2020 Following Page Left: God Proposed, Man Disposed, Acrylic and Oil on Canvas, 34" x 40", 2019 Following Page Right: The Surrender, Acrylic and Oil on Canvas, 45" x 65", 2020

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I like the challenge of teaching a new class and bringing that inspiration into my own work with new ideas.

Originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota, Anders has lived in the Gunnison Valley for five years. He is an assistant professor of art at Western State University and teaches drawing, design, and painting. Johnson earned his Bachelor of Arts from North Park University in Chicago and he holds a Master of Fine Arts in painting and drawing from Indiana University. Before teaching at Western, Johnson taught at Indiana University and Vincennes University in Indiana.

On moving to the Gunnison Valley, Anders is grateful to have found such a beautiful and inspiring place. “I wanted to find a spot that could be a great place for an artist,” he says. “There’s nowhere else like it here. I still remember seeing Gothic Mountain

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for the first time when I moved here. Gothic definitely makes an appearance in my paintings. I feel like I hit the jackpot finding this valley and teaching at Western.”

Anders enjoys teaching, “I like the challenge of teaching a new class and bringing that inspiration into my own work with new ideas. I love being in a classroom where everyone is in their rhythm, getting ideas from each other. I’m inspired by those early stages in art that are so influential when an artist gets really deep in their head. It helps me pull back with my own work and see it with fresh eyes. Art can be isolating and the best thing about teaching is that it takes me out of my head and keeps me going.”

Anders’ wife is also an artist, artists are genuinely supportive of We all have to support each other each other. We all have to support a ceramicist, and they both work on their creations each other to make it here. There’s to make it work here. nothing to compete with in a way, in their studio space in Gunnison. Anders and his family enjoy their neighborhood, which makes for a real welcoming nature. It’s incredible to know which has quickly emerged as a tight-knit corner of town so many people involved with an art business or art project for local artists. “There’s an under-the-surface thriving arts here. Having that familiarity and support system naturally community in southern Gunnison,” he says. “I appreciate the makes you want to say yes to opportunities. The answer is artistic community here. I love connecting with other artists, always yes.” and I’m really impressed with how they make it work here.”

You can view Anders’ work on his website at: www.andersjohnson.net He continues, “In the art world, there’s often a competitive edge and not necessarily a warm feeling of community. But here, the

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f you have yet to experience the endless miles of meandering single-track flowing through our beautiful valley, now is the time! In a community endlessly

dedicated to making and improving the best trails around, you really can’t go wrong with any one you choose to explore here. Understanding the struggle of choosing the best path, we’ve highlighted six admired and noteworthy trails of varying levels to jump onto in Crested Butte this summer. Some things to remember before you head out: Many of our trails run through private property and are multi-use trails.

Please respect the property and the environment by staying on trail and being aware of other trail users. Tip: Actual trail lengths and times may vary depending on experience and route chosen. Most trails are not accessible until early July.

TRAIL 401

DIFFICULTY » ADVANCED 14 MILES • 8 HOURS The epitome of high-altitude mountain biking. Get your legs

thrilling downhill including areas of tight and steep technical

and lungs ready for this extraordinary and breathtaking ride!

drops. Make sure to take your time, stay aware and soak in

Likely to be Crested Butte’s most famous biking trail, 401 is a

those gorgeous mountain views! Tip: To ride 401 Trail as a

vast display of wildflowers, aspen groves, shoulder high foliage

more challenging loop, start at the Judd Falls parking lot;

and sweeping mountain views. 401’s uphill is considered less

for a shorter loop, begin your trek at the Rustler’s Gulch trail

technical albeit tough due to the steep elevation. But once out

head. This trail includes intermediate and advanced sections,

the uphill and the dense trees at the top, you can prepare for a

with areas of possible snow and rockfall.

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LOWER LOOP DIFFICULTY » EASY 6.5 MILES • 3 HOURS Looking for a quick, mellow trail with all the perks of the rest? Accessed towards the edge of town, the Lower Loop and Woods Walk trail is a great beginner’s loop that flaunts panoramic views of Mt. Crested Butte, Slate River Valley and Paradise Divide. A great choice any time of the season, you will revel in the bountiful wildflowers during summer, and brilliant quaking aspens during the fall.

With minimal uphill and sparse difficulty, Lower Loop and Wood Walk will get you on some smooth sailing single track with optional variations of direction and length. Tip: For a longer route, start your trek at the Woods Walk Trailhead beginning on Kebler Pass Road.

DOCTOR PARK DIFFICULTY » MODERATE/ADVANCED 19 MILES • 4-8 HOURS Ready to get technical? If you’re ready for some epic downhill (and challenging uphill), Doctor’s Park is sure to be an experience of a lifetime. Accessed via Taylor Park and Spring Creek Road, Doctor Park can be ridden either shuttled or as a loop; many choose the shuttle route to shorten the ride and focus on the sublime descent. If you’ve chosen to ride the loop, be sure to prepare for a substantial day by packing plenty of water and a snack for the view at the top! Once you’ve made it to the top of the climb, get ready for a fast and furious plunge through towering trees and slender, swooping switchbacks. Tip: After your ride, cool down the stoke with a splash of the brisk Taylor River water!

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LUPINE Trail DIFFICULTY » EASY/MODERATE 7 MILES • 2-4 HOURS Flowers, berms and views, oh my! A relatively quick ride and a local’s favorite, the Lupine Trail lives up to its name. Starting at the entrance onto Saddle Ridge road, this trail boasts moderate climbs and smooth downhill, all while immersed in towering Lupine and numerous other wildflowers in the summer and beautiful aspen golds in the fall. This spectacular trail features considerable views of Mt. Crested Butte and encompassing mountains, and can easily be shortened or lengthened depending on your chosen route. Tip: While extremely popular on weekends, the Lupine Trail is a great option for those weekday after-work or early evening rides!

STRAND HILL DIFFICULTY » MODERATE 6 MILES • 1-3 HOURS If you’re looking for a less congested trail with all the scenery, a sprinkle of technical sections and a descent that will leave you beaming, this is the trail for you! A classic local's favorite, Strand Hill is an moderate trail with a plethora of expansive mountain views, greenery, and fields of wildflowers. With a gratifying uphill, a few challenging areas and a flowy downhill, Strand is a terrific choice for both intermediate and advanced riders all season long. Strand Hill is accessed from Brush Creek Road and can be ridden as either a loop with mulitple connector options or an alternative quick out-and-back. Tip: With many aspens nestled in this route, this is another great option for fall riding as well! crestedbuttesothebysrealty.com | 970.349.6653 39

Crested Butte Q1 MARKET UPDATE

by Ingrid Palmer

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rested Butte, located in the upper

mining ruled the region before skiing became

quarter of 2022, analyzing January through

valley of Gunnison County, is a true

the predominant industry, luring tourists from

March. The beginning of 2022 brought the

Colorado ski town that reminds us

Denver and beyond. Today, both Crested

same tenacity as we saw through 2021,

of the beauty of unplugging. There are no

Butte and Gunnison are known for their

with 50.5% fewer days on average on the

traffi c lights, high-rise buildings, or big box

historic downtown squares with shopping,

market, 45.1% fewer properties sold, and a

stores, yet the town offers everything one

museums, and a range of dining options.

slight increase in appreciation value, rising

could need on its main street, Elk Avenue.

With a little over 2,300 year-round

8.7% from $746,002 to $810,744 for the

Receiving an average of 300 inches of snow

residents between Crested Butte and Mt.

average sold price during the first quarter.

per year, Crested Butte is known for its

Crested Butte, this mountainous haven is

From Mt. Crested Butte to Almont, every

challenging ski slopes and 1,200+ miles of

the perfect place for those seeking serenity

neighborhood saw an increase in competition

trails. For locals, life here centers around the

and uninterrupted access to adventure. Every

and a decrease in the number of properties

endless outdoor recreational activities in any

quarter, LIV Sotheby's International Realty

sold, ranging from a 15.4% decrease in

season—hiking, biking, skiing, water sports at

produces a Micro Market Report focused on

Crested Butte South to a 60% decrease in

Blue Mesa Reservoir, and more. The County of

Gunnison County’s market performance,

Rural Gunnison & Almont. Coinciding with this

Gunnison, which includes Crested Butte, has

which includes Crested Butte. For quarter one,

decrease in inventory, every neighborhood

a rich history dating back hundreds of years

this report is a year-over-year comparison of

except Rural Crested Butte and Rural

to the original Ute population. Ranching and

the first quarter of 2021, compared to the first

Gunnison & Almont, saw significant increases

Based on data from the Gunnison – Crested Butte Association of REALTORS® MLS, Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN). Verify with a local REALTOR®.

All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data maintained by CREN MLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

LIV Sotheby's International Realty produces produces Micro Micro Market Market Reports on a quarterly Internatonal Realty basis. The The Featured featured data datarepresents representsYear-to-Date quarterly data datafrom fromJanuary-March January-March 2022.

2022. To viewview the most current market reports, coloradomicroreports.com the entire market report, visitvisit coloradomicroreports.com

Gunnison County All Properties

Town of Crested Butte All Properties

January through March

2021

2022

% Change

Sold Listings (All)

253

139

-82.0%

Average Price

Sold Single Family

64

30

-113.3%

Sold Condos/TH

74

45

-64.4%

400

198

-102.0%

$746,002

$810,744

8.0%

% Sold Price to List Price

96.0%

97.8%

1.9%

Total Dollar Volume Sold

$188,738,604

$112,693,515

-67.5%

Average Days on Market Average Price

January through March

2021

2022

% Change

$1,308,647

$3,271,875

150.0%

Average Price per Square Foot

$614

$1,128

83.8%

Average Days on Market

279

669

139.8%

$5,500,000

$11,550,000

110.0%

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-65.2%

97.0%

99.0%

2.1%

Highest Price Properties Sold % Sold Price to List Price

Mt. Crested Butte All Properties

January through March

Crested Butte South All Properties

2021

2022

% Change

$676,858

$816,918

20.7%

Average Price

Average Price per Square Foot

$522

$622

19.2%

Average Days on Market

732

135

$3,350,000

Average Price

Highest Price Properties Sold % Sold Price to List Price

January through March

2021

2022

% Change

$421,692

$616,772

46.3%

Average Price per Square Foot

$334

$566

69.5%

-81.6%

Average Days on Market

203

188

-7.4%

$3,700,000

10.4%

Highest Price

$995,000

$1,647,500

65.6%

78

45

-42.3%

13

11

-15.4%

96.4%

97.6%

1.3%

96.7%

99.1%

2.5%

Properties Sold % Sold Price to List Price

in the average sold price. Crested Butte saw a 150% increase in average

overall county numbers reflect a market that experienced a slight

sold price, rising from $1,308,647 last year to $3,271,875, and the City

reprieve due to narrowing inventory and fewer transactions. One

of Gunnison experienced a 106.8% increase, growing from $333,200

thing is for sure, as the consumer desire to leave the large cities

to $689,125 this year. Both Crested Butte and the City of Gunnison’s

and congested suburbs continues, areas like Crested Butte will

impressive average sold price increases were due in large part to

only continue to grow in popularity. As such, buyers who sought

two notable highest priced sales during the first quarter. The City of

to purchase during the first quarter of 2022, and continue to do so

Gunnison saw a 314% increase in the highest sold price, equating to

in the months to come should be prepared to strike while the iron

a shocking $3,250,000 sale in 2022, compared to the highest sold

is hot with the help of an experienced and well-connected broker.

price during this time last year of $785,000. Moving over to Crested Butte, a comparably pricier market, the highest sold price last year came in at $5,500,000 and rose 110% to $11,550,000 this year.

For details on LIV Sotheby’s International Realty’s Quarterly Micro Market Reports, please visit ColoradoMicroReports.com

While individual communities within Gunnison County saw remarkable increases during the first three months of 2022, the

The average sold price in the Town of Crested

The average sold price in Crested Butte

Butte increased by 150% January through

South increased by 46.3% January

March 2022 compared to 2021.

through March 2022 compared to 2021.

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Property Showcase

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ocated at the foot of the Elk Mountains and incorporated in 1880, the Town of Crested

Butte is a National Historic District that rests at an elevation of 8,885 feet. Explorer Ferdinand Hayden referred to the dominant peak guarding the residents as a “crested butte,” and the namesake was born.

In the late 1800’s Crested Butte thrived as a coal-producing supply town to the many mining camps nearby, which attracted a mix of immigrant workers from Europe, especially the Slavic countries. Colorado Fuel & Iron was the dominant employer at the time, operating mines whose names are familiar to skiers; Jokerville, Keystone, Twister, and Peanut.

By the late 1950’s, the mines closed and the tracks of the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad were pulled up, making way for a new era built on another plentiful resource; snow. The Crested Butte ski area opened in 1961 and serves as one of the primary economic drivers of the Valley. With skiing came a new breed of local leaders who diversified the town’s identity to include cultural heritage.

The town is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has received state and national accolades for historic preservation. In addition, demand for the “off season” grew such that the Town’s summer sales tax revenues have outpaced the winter.

A diverse collection of restaurants, bars and shops animate Elk Avenue, which are complimented by an amazing lineup of special events, long-running festivals—Wildflower, Arts, Music, Film—athletic competitions—Grand Traverse, Alley Loop, Chainless Race— and regular programming offered by a host of local non-profits—Center for the Arts, Mountain Theatre, Land Trust, Mountain Bike Association, Nordic Center, KBUT Radio.

Other drivers of the Crested Butte socio-economic scene include the acclaimed Crested Butte Community School, Western Colorado University, Gunnison Valley Hospital, the Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport and now mountain biking and hiking trails.

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129 Gothic Avenue, Crested Butte 19 BD | 22 BA | 10,391 SQFT | $11,000,000 An iconic property located in the coveted historic west end of Town, this one of a kind Crested Butte hotel cannot be duplicated. The property features 19 guest rooms, 22 bathrooms, a managers apartment, spacious common areas for guests, a large kitchen, a full bar, comfortable guest lounging and dining areas as well 2 lobby powder rooms.

Beautifully renovated and very well maintained, the original locally sourced Douglas fir wood flooring was recently refinished and all of the guest accommodations are individually decorated. The third floor rooms include balconies with spectacular views of the ski resort and the surrounding mountains. The Elk Mountain Lodge is nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood surrounded by historic residences. It is the only in-town hotel located west of 5th Street and enjoys convenient access to Elk Avenue’s commercial core and the skier shuttle stop to Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

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PROPERTY SHOWCASE

915 Belleview Avenue, Crested Butte 4 BD | 6 BA | 3,391 SQFT | $6,250,000 915 Belleview Avenue provides a rare, ultimate in town location. Bordering open space, the commanding views of Mt. Crested Butte, Paradise Divide, Gothic Mountain, and Red Lady will forever be protected.

Kiley Flint | 970.596.3219 MLS 792226

113 Fourth Street, Crested Butte 5 BD | 6 BA | 2,821 SQFT | $5,650,000 Located on peaceful 4th Avenue between Teocalli and Gothic in the west end of the historic Town of Crested Butte, 113 Fourth enjoys views of Mt Crested Butte to the east and Mt Emmons to the west. Set for completion by Summer of 2022!

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922 Belleview Avenue, Crested Butte 4 BD | 5 BA | 3,400 SQFT | $5,500,000 The Town of Crested Butte’s latest custom spec build. The location enjoys big time mountain views, excellent solar gain and a peaceful address on this quiet cul-de-sac street!

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 775047

417/419 Teocalli Avenue, Crested Butte 0.14 ACRES | $3,800,000 Located west of 6th Street, the homesite faces south to Teocalli Avenue with an alley serving the rear of the property. An easy walk to Elk Avenue dining, shopping and nightlife. The ski resort shuttle stop is one block to the east.

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PROPERTY SHOWCASE

503 Whiterock Avenue | Academy Place, Crested Butte 3 BD | 3.5 BA | 1,857 SQFT | $2,506,950 The Mariposa Lily Cottage at Academy Place features vaulted ceilings, beautiful designer furnishings and decor, a chef’s kitchen that opens to the dining and living area and three well-appointed bedroom suites with attached baths.

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 782764

507 Whiterock Avenue | Academy Place, Crested Butte 3 BD | 3.5 BA | 1,846 SQFT | $2,492,100 The Valerian Cottage is a special ownership opportunity located in one of the most beautiful historic mountain towns, Academy Place is Crested Butte’s newest enclave of thoughtfully designed upscale cottages and condos.

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322 Gothic Avenue, Crested Butte 3 BD | 2 BA | 1,817 SQFT | $1,990,000 A special redevelopment opportunity located in the historic west end of the Town of Crested Butte, 322 Gothic sits in the middle of this peaceful stretch of Gothic Avenue, terminating at Coal Creek to create a quiet cul-de-sac neighborhood.

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 790900

405/407 & 409/411 Belleview Avenue, Crested Butte 0.36 ACRES | $1,920,000 A commercial development site including five 25’ adjacent lots in the convenient, high-traffic Belleview Avenue neighborhood in the center of Crested Butte.

Potential for 4 commercial units and upper floor residential units in sunny location.

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PROPERTY SHOWCASE

525 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY | $1,800,000 A rare find in the historic town of Crested Butte, Colorado. This business offering includes the commercial real estate and all of the business assets of Frank's Deli and Creative Catering located in the busy Majestic Plaza district.

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 792783

727 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte 2 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,535 SQFT | $1,400,000 Convenient in town location, near the school and within walking distance to everything. This half of a duplex condo unit also boasts mountain views to Crested Butte Mountain and Red Lady Bowl on Mt Emmons.

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405/407/409 Belleview Avenue, Crested Butte 0.21 ACRES | $1,350,000 Commercial development site of three 25’ lots located 1 ½ blocks from Hwy 135 and two blocks from Elk Avenue. Great location with grocery, pharmacy, veterinarian, Eleven Experience, Adaptive Sports and Big Mine Ice Arena close by.

Sam Lumb | 970.275.2448 MLS 790413

422 Sopris Avenue, Crested Butte 0.14 ACRES | $1,150,000 A rare homesite opportunity in the Town of Crested Butte. It is no secret we are nearing full build out in town and vacant parcel options are going away forever. A coveted west side location on a quiet stretch of Sopris Avenue.

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PROPERTY SHOWCASE

215 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY | 2,529 SQFT | $500,000 Profitable craft brewery, tap room and pub business for sale in downtown Crested Butte, Colorado. Long-standing and iconic, you haven’t experienced Crested Butte until you’ve visited The Eldo. Famous for the deck that overlooks Elk Avenue.

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 788480

327 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY | 908 SQFT | $480,000 Here's your opportunity to own Crested Butte's most popular boutique dessert shop! This dessert shop is a favorite with locals and guests alike. Take a step back in time with homemade mini donuts and the retro sweet shop.

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ising above Crested Butte by 500 vertical feet, the Town of Mt. Crested Butte (Mt. CB) lies across the Upper East River Valley from the protected West Elk Wilderness Area, where 6 of Colorado’s 54 fourteeners are located — Castle, Maroon, Capitol, Snowmass, Pyramid, and North Maroon. These, together with Gothic, Teocalli, and the Town’s namesake peak, wrap Mt. CB with dramatic panoramas.

Approximately 800 people live in the Town, which was formed in 1974 to gain local governance at a time when development was taking off around the fledgling ski area.

Skier visits peaked in the late 1990s with over 500,000 skier-days recorded thanks to the expansion of direct jet service into Gunnison, the local bed base and notoriety from Ski Free, ESPN X-Games, U.S. Extreme Skiing Championships and other events and promotions.

Following family ownership during its first 57 years, Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) is now owned by the publicly traded industry leader, Vail Resorts. Today, CBMR operates 15 lifts and 121 trails on 1,500+ acres in the winter and has a robust summer business built around mountain biking, scenic lift rides, zip line tours and other adventure activities. In addition, restaurants, shops, condominiums, hotels, lodges, summer concerts and mountain bike race series energize the base area.

The concrete recreation path and Mountain Express connect Mt. CB to its older sister, three miles down Gothic Road (CR317). It should be noted two longstanding beacons of the community have targeted Mt. CB for their headquarters. The Adaptive Sports Center, delivering exceptional year-round adventure activities to people with disabilities since 1987, opened their $14 million administrative and programming building in 2019.

The Rocky Mountain Biological Lab, active since 1928, is studying a new campus on the North Village parcel.

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14 Castle Road, Mt. Crested Butte 1.65 ACRES | $6,500,000 Located within steps of the WestWall Lodge chairlift and Crested Butte Mountain Resort ski slopes, Bear Crossing comes complete with re-designed architectural drawings by Oz Architects for 27 luxury residences and subterranean parking. With the purpose of recognizing existing sloped site topography, neighboring buildings and an adjacent willows wetland, the building was separated into two four-story towers. The V-shaped building layout opens the buildings to allow abundant sun access as well as capturing magnificent vistas down valley for all the residential units in both building towers.

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9 Hunter Hill Road Unit 208, Mt. Crested Butte 3 BD | 3 BA | 1,607 SQFT | $1,595,000 Black Bear Lodge Unit 208 is an absolutely stunning updated corner unit conveniently located across the road from the WestWall ski lift and the free shuttle, with incredible views of the ski slopes and the peak of Mt. Crested Butte.

Kiley Flint | 970.596.3219 MLS 793905

14 Walking Deer Lane, Mt. Crested Butte 0.82 ACRES | $1,375,000 This beautiful and accommodating building site has a skier easement leading directly onto the property allowing you to ski to your back door! Walking Deer is unquestionably the best street at Prospect on Mt. Crested Butte!

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811 Gothic Road, Mt. Crested Butte | SOLD 3 BD | 2 BA | 1,647 SQFT | $1,285,000 Opportunity knocks on Mt. Crested Butte! Located within walking distance to the ski area, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath single family home screams potential and is situated on a third of an acre.

Jaima Giles | 970.275.9357 MLS 789929

10 Arrowhead Circle, Mt. Crested Butte 3 BD | 4 BA | 1,977 SQFT | $1,250,000 We invite you to preview 10 Arrowhead Circle, a spacious and fun home located close to the Crested Butte Mountain base area. This property offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths and an oversized 1-car attached garage.

Kiley Flint | 970.596.3219 MLS 792873 crestedbuttesothebysrealty.com | 970.349.6653 59

PROPERTY SHOWCASE

72 Hunter Hill Road, Unit I-304, Mt. Crested Butte 4 BD |3 BA | 1,833 SQFT | $1,175,000 72 Hunter Hill Road, Unit I-304 is a wonderful top floor, corner unit condo located in the highly desirable San Moritz Condo Complex. The International Building is one of the best ski in/ski out locations on the mountain.

Kiley Flint | 970.596.3219 MLS 788733

11 Morning Glory Way Unit 14, Mt. Crested Butte 3 BD | 4 BA | 1,191 SQFT | $985,000 Welcome to your Eagle’s Nest home in the mountains! This townhouse-style condominium is located high along Sunlight Ridge with grand views to the Crested Butte Mountain ski slopes and a panorama view over the village.

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57 Summit Road, Mt. Crested Butte 0.40 ACRES | $799,000 Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 792124

40 Marcellina Lane Unit 28, Mt. Crested Butte 2 BD | 2 BA | 990 SQFT | $650,000 Gary Huresky | 970.209.2421 MLS 792742

25 Whetstone Road, Mt. Crested Butte 0.49 ACRES | $550,000 Gary Huresky | 970.209.2421 MLS 791399

20 Marcellina Lane Unit 305, Mt. Crested Butte | SOLD 2 BD | 1 BA | 552 SQFT | $525,000 Nikki Pulitzer | 970.209.9004 MLS 791554

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6 Emmons Road Unit 224, Mt. Crested Butte 1 BD | 2 BA | 740 SQFT | $349,000 Gary Huresky | 970.209.2421 MLS 790487

18 Crystal Road Unit 2E, Mt. Crested Butte | SOLD 1 BD | 1 BA | 492 SQFT | $307,500 Jaima Giles | 970.275.9357 MLS 791501

6 Emmons Road Unit 370, Mt. Crested Butte STUDIO | 1 BA | 342 SQFT | $172,500 Sam Lumb | 970.275.2448 MLS 791427

6 Emmons Road Unit 181, Mt. Crested Butte STUDIO | 1 BA | 326 SQFT | $162,500 Sam Lumb | 970.275.2448 MLS 791428

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Property Showcase

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utside the limits of the towns of Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte lie several prominent Upper Valley neighborhoods and lower density 35-acre subdivisions, which profit from intoxicating views of the stunning peaks, lush drainages and alpenglow colors.

Some even enjoy fishing access on the Slate and East Rivers. Many of these surrounding lands are held in conservation either by the Crested Butte Land Trust, the Town of Crested Butte or the Gunnison Ranchlands Conservation Legacy for open space protection, ranching preservation and winter and summer trail systems.

Located in the corridor off the Gothic Road (CR 317), are higher end homes and home sites in Glacier Lily, Saddle Ridge, Three Valleys, Moon Ridge and Aperture.

Tucked back off County Roads 811 and 734 following the Washington Gulch and Slate River drainages is local-friendly Meridian Lake and several more exclusive enclaves— Pristine Point, Smith Hill Ranches, Wildbird and Alpine Meadows. Perched above Crested Butte and the Coal Creek drainage are various filings of Trapper’s Crossing and the McCormick, Whetstone Mountain, and Hidden Mine Ranches on the Valley floor. Skyland, only two miles south of Crested Butte, boasts many luxury properties surrounding Lake Grant, the Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship golf course and other amenities of the Club at Crested Butte.

Also served by Brush Creek Road (CR 738) are the newer communities of Buckhorn Ranch—home to the Crested Butte Airpark— Larkspur and Silver Sage. Riverbend and the Crested Butte South area are preferred by many locals, while Hidden River Ranch, East River Ranches and Red Mountain Ranch offer more exclusive larger tracts. All of these properties on the outskirts of Crested Butte cater to those prioritizing more privacy and commanding views of Whetstone, Axtell, Emmons and the Paradise Divide.

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Riverland, Riverbend, Skyland & Buckhorn

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RURAL CRESTED BUTTE

1515 Red Mountain Road, Rural Crested Butte 4 BD | 5 BA | 4,975 SQFT | $5,100,000 Incredible appeal from the moment you arrive. Architecturally creative, physically beautiful, functionally superior, and unsurpassed craftsmanship – all nestled in an exclusive, forested hillside location. Thoughtful details are evident throughout from the careful positioning of each reclaimed timber to the unique stonework inside and out.

Whatever season you prefer, this custom home offers any outdoor enthusiast the finest in year-round living.

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PROPERTY SHOWCASE

TBD County Road 740, Rural Crested Butte 165.85 ACRES | $3,950,000 An incredible opportunity in the upper East River valley, this County-zoned land is adjacent to 9,400 acres of US Forest Service land, and the various home site location options all receive excellent solar gain with amazing mountain views.

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 788306

27 Vista Court | Skyland, Rural Crested Butte 4 BD | 4 BA | 3,460 SQFT | $3,700,000 An elegant Skyland 4-bedroom home situated on the banks of the Slate River, two miles from Crested Butte. Stunning protected views, large lot, grand windows to the river and mountain horizon and elegant refurbishment with fine appointments.

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RURAL CRESTED BUTTE

30 Quigley Circle | Meridian Lake, Rural Crested Butte 4 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,274 SQFT | $2,995,000 An incredible opportunity at Meridian Lake in Crested Butte that enjoys a stunning location on the fence line with highly dramatic and forever protected views of the ski slopes on Mt. Crested Butte. You can see for miles from this awesome spot!

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 792573

36 Buckhorn Way | Buckhorn Ranch, Rural Crested Butte | SOLD 4 BD | 4 BA | 4,396 SQFT | $2,700,000 Privately situated on over 2 acres on the north side of Buckhorn Ranch, this beautiful single family home offers tons of space to spread out and enjoy the good life that Crested Butte has to offer!

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PROPERTY SHOWCASE

11 Short Drive | Skyland, Rural Crested Butte 3+ BD | 3.5 BA | 2,784 SQFT | $2,340,000 Built by John Stock, this Club Cottage is located next door to the golf clubhouse.

Jaw-dropping views, elevated ceilings and an impressive stone fireplace highlight the spacious design plus a bonus loft area and oversized garage.

Scout Walton | 970.846.3297 MLS 793906

92 W Silver Sage, Rural Crested Butte 3 BD | 3 BA | 2,637 SQFT | $2,250,000 92 W Silver Sage offers a highly desirable location with fishing access on the Slate River. Within a quiet neighborhood of exceptional homes, the property’s setting offers a rare orientation of mountain views for dramatic summer and winter sunsets.

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RURAL CRESTED BUTTE

3125 Aspen Mountain Road, Rural Crested Butte 35.08 ACRES | $1,750,000 Welcome to The Reserve on the East River. 3125 Aspen Mountain Road rests above the valley floor in a dramatic mountaintop setting of rolling meadows and forests. The stunning views from the homesite will stop you in your tracks!

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 792217

175 Saddle Ridge Ranch Road Lot 2, Rural Crested Butte 2.57 ACRES | $1,450,000 Saddle Ridge Ranch Estates is a luxury real estate community situated midway between the historic Town of Crested Butte and the Town of Mt. Crested Butte, where known for its world-class skiing, the Crested Butte Ski Resort is located.

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PROPERTY SHOWCASE

34 Elk Valley Road | Buckhorn Ranch, Rural Crested Butte 3 BD | 2 BA | 2,100 SQFT | $1,250,000 New construction townhome in Buckhorn Ranch with huge views of Whetstone mountain, Crested Butte Mountain. Just minutes from town and a short drive to the ski area, this is a prime location for full-time living or a vacation home.

Martin Spencer | 970.452.9700 MLS 786757

120 S Avion Road | Buckhorn Ranch, Rural Crested Butte 3 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,100 SQFT | $1,250,000 New construction townhome in Buckhorn Ranch with a beautiful open concept with kitchen, living, dining, laundry, pantry and guest bath on the main floor. The townhome also includes an attached, heated two-car garage.

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RURAL CRESTED BUTTE

1360 Red Mountain Ranch Road, Rural Crested Butte 35.10 ACRES | $1,250,000 Beautiful up-valley Paradise Divide and Mt Crested Butte views, mature forest, and meadows make 1360 Red Mountain Ranch a special offering at Red Mountain Ranch in Crested Butte and a great spot to build a dream home.

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 770639

TBD Hidden Mine Road (Lot 11), Rural Crested Butte 91 ACRES | $1,100,000 This low lying parcel has a level building site, a well in place, river access and more views and sun than anyone could ask for! Only minutes from Crested Butte, Hidden Mine Ranch offers pristine wilderness and ranch living experiences.

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PROPERTY SHOWCASE

364 Elcho Avenue, Unit 1, Crested Butte South 3 BD | 3 BA | 1,834 SQFT | $979,000 364 Elcho Avenue, Unit 1 enjoys amazing mountain views from this immaculate, fully furnished townhome in the Crested Butte South neighborhood. Conveniently located within walking distance of all of Crested Butte South's amenities.

Kiley Flint | 970.596.3219 MLS 793646

841 Hidden Mine Road, Rural Crested Butte 35.10 ACRES | $850,000 This location is an excellent option for your mountain home design-build if you like forest, meadows and views. The Town of Crested Butte is just a few minutes away, yet Hidden Mine Ranch offers privacy, peace and tranquility.

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RURAL CRESTED BUTTE

396 N Avion Drive | Rural Crested Butte | SOLD 1.97 ACRES | $775,000 Crested Butte Airpark parcel at Buckhorn Ranch. The 2 acre homesite sits adjacent to the private airstrip and features a flat topography, solar gain and awesome views in every direction.

Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 792469

TBD Hidden Mine Road (Lot 18), Rural Crested Butte 35 ACRES | $725,000 Hidden Mine Ranch consists of 756 acres offering both a pristine wilderness and ranch living experiences. The community has nineteen 35 acre parcels nestled at the base of Whetstone Mountain, boasting spectacular views.

Gary Huresky | 970.209.2421 MLS 791551 crestedbuttesothebysrealty.com | 970.349.6653 75

PROPERTY SHOWCASE

91 Trent Jones Way, Rural Crested Butte | SOLD 0.31 ACRES | $699,000 Cathy Benson | 970.209.5015 MLS 789556

2727 Red Mountain Ranch Road, Rural Crested Butte 35.12 ACRES | $695,000 Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 791969

453 Lake Ridge Drive | Buckhorn Ranch, Rural Crested Butte 0.86 ACRES | PRICE UPON REQUEST Kiley Flint | 970.596.3219 MLS 793977

189 Lake Ridge Drive | Buckhorn Ranch, Rural Crested Butte 0.48 ACRES | $450,000 Scout Walton | 970.846.3297 MLS 793877

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35 Peeler Lane | Meridian Lake, Rural Crested Butte 0.38 ACRES | $389,000 Kiley Flint | 970.596.3219 MLS 793419

229 Anderson Drive, Crested Butte South 0.33 ACRES | $339,000 Sam Lumb | 970.275.2448 MLS 793443

350 Country Club Drive, Unit 313A, Rural Crested Butte 1 BD | 1 BA | 502 SQFT | $310,000 Jaima Giles | 970.275.9357 MLS 792961

TBD County Road 740, Rural Crested Butte 17.41 ACRES | $225,000 Channing Boucher | 970.596.3228 MLS 783622

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lmont is located halfway between Crested Butte and Gunnison, where the East and Taylor Rivers meet to form the Gunnison River. On the way along Highway 135 are three high-end ranch subdivisions south of Round Mountain—Reserve at East River, Danni Ranch and Roaring Judy Ranch. Almont is home to three long-time dude ranches offering multiple options for cabin lodging, dining, drinking, fishing, rafting, horseback riding and other excursions.

County Road 742, winding through the Taylor River Canyon, leads to more real estate options at Wilder/Wapiti Canyon Ranch, Spring Creek and Crystal Creek subdivisions. The legendary trout fishing on the Taylor River is enhanced by the Taylor Park Reservoir, 20 miles upstream from Almont, which has a small marina. County Road 209 is a newly paved scenic wonder leading to Buena Vista over Cottonwood Pass (summer route only) topping out at a breathtaking 12,119 feet.

The City of Gunnison sits at the intersection of Highways 135 and 50 and is named after an explorer charting routes for the transcontinental railroad in the mid-1850s. Like the Town of Crested Butte, Gunnison prospered from a mining boom and then later the cattle industry, which has been celebrated for 120 years by the Cattlemen’s Days Rodeo.

Gunnison serves as the County seat and is home to many important community assets— Western Colorado University (founded in 1901), Gunnison Valley Health System (since 1938), Black Canyon of the Gunnison (awarded National Park status in 1999), Curecanti National Recreation Area, three State Wildlife Areas, Dos Rios Golf Course, Recreation/Aquatic Center and Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (9,400’ runway).

Real estate options include more affordable properties in and around the city limits and large tract options in the verdant Ohio Creek Valley of Eagle Ridge Ranch, Star Mountain Ranch and Wilderness Streams.

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GUNNISON AND SURROUNDING AREAS

310 No Name Road, Almont 7 BD | 11 BA | 8,566 SQFT | 73.6 SQFT | $9,500,000 An incredible and rare offering at Roaring Judy Ranch near Crested Butte, this spectacular 118 acre ranch property borders US Forest Service land and features stunning 100-mile mountain and valley views, all day Colorado sunshine and a beautiful mix of dark timber and aspen groves. Roaring Judy Ranch borders the protected Almont Triangle State Wildlife area, home to a variety of wildlife including big horn sheep, elk and deer. Convenient yet private, from this central location it's just 18 miles down valley to Gunnison's jet served airport and 12 miles up valley to Crested Butte and the ski resort.

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347 Overlook Trail, Rural Gunnison 4 BD | 4.5 BA | 7,590 SQFT | $4,500,000 This perfectly appointed Rustic contemporary home on 35 acres within the prestigious Ohio Creek Valley overlooks the most breathtaking sweeping meadows and is an absolute dream property, truly a one-of-a-kind must see!

Nikki Pulitzer | 970.209.9004 MLS 784871

1450 Esty Lane, Rural Gunnison 4 BD | 3 BA | 2,430 SQFT | 40 ACRES | $999,000 Perched on a hillside with fantastic views to the West toward the Ohio Creek Valley, the Anthracite range and Carbon Peak, this home is situated on 40 acres, is close to Gunnison and has year round access.

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GUNNISON AND SURROUNDING AREAS

TBD County Road 36, Lake City 305 ACRES | $925,000 A unique opportunity to own a well-maintained piece of Colorado’s mining heritage. Turn this historic masterpiece into a family retreat, hunting lodge, summer camp, back country ski outfit or anything else you can imagine!

Martin Spencer | 970.452.9700 MLS 793736

TBD Esty Lane, Rural Gunnison 16.88 ACRES | $300,000 Jill Sickels Matlock | 970.275.0595 MLS 791881

901 S Water Street, Lake City 10.98 ACRES | $179,000 Martin Spencer | 970.452.9700 MLS 783849

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new DEVELOPMENTS

Phase 1 is fully reserved. Reservations for Phase 2 to begin Summer 2022.

Basin Mountain Village at Buckhorn Ranch is one of Crested Butte’s newest townhome projects. The first phase of the project consists of six townhomes featuring three bedrooms and two baths, and six townhomes featuring two bedrooms and two baths. Mountain modern exterior design with clean lines utilizing complementing colors and materials. The project has been laid out to maximize views and space for every new owner. Come enjoy all that Buckhorn Ranch has to offer, including private ponds, tennis court, runway and a growing community. Just minutes from downtown Crested Butte and world class downhill skiing at Mt. Crested Butte. Phase 1 is fully reserved and construction is scheduled to be completed in 2022. Reservations for Phase 2 will begin Summer 2022 - call for new pricing.

• Two-Car heated garages • Radiant in-floor heat • Quartz countertops • Stainless steel appliances • Covered balcony • Marvin windows and doors • Full-sized laundry • Open plan upstairs living space • Mountain views

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231 Elk Valley Road, Rural Crested Butte | FULLY RESERVED 3 BD | 2 BA | 1,144 SQFT Martin Spencer | 970.452.9700 MLS 787699, 787700, 788815 788816, 788818, 788819

231 Elk Valley Road, Rural Crested Butte | FULLY RESERVED 2 BD | 2 BA | 957 SQFT Martin Spencer | 970.452.9700 MLS 787701, 787702, 788813 788814, 788817

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significant SALES

223 ELK AVENUE Crested Butte | $8,000,000 Jaima Giles 970.275.9357 & Betsy Wiebe 970.209.8643

19 KOKANEE LANE Mt. Crested Butte | $5,700,000 Jaima Giles 970.275.9357

13 KOKANEE LANE Mt. Crested Butte | $5,500,000 Gary Huresky 970.209.2421

215 BUTTE AVENUE Crested Butte | $4,606,000 Channing Boucher 970.596.3228

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180 UPPER ALLEN ROAD Rural Crested Butte | $4,300,000 Sam Lumb 970.275.2448

404 BUTTE AVENUE Crested Butte | $4,250,000 Sam Lumb 970.275.2448

2001 WASHINGTON GULCH ROAD Crested Butte | $3,900,000 Channing Boucher 970.596.3228

1610 RED MOUNTAIN RANCH ROAD Rural Crested Butte | $3,250,000 Channing Boucher 970.596.3228

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BROKER DIRECTORY

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CATHY BENSON

CHANNING BOUCHER

DI BRIDGES

TUCKER BROWN

970.209.5015

970.596.3228

970.901.0888

303.810.4799

KILEY FLINT

JAIMA GILES-ALSUM

GARY HURESKY

KATHRYN JOHNSON

970.596.3219

VP & Managing Broker | 970.275.9357

970.209.2421

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KEN LODIVICO

SAM LUMB

JILL SICKELS MATLOCK

KATY MATTSON

970.209.9614

970.275.2448

970.275.0595

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CA L ENDAR OF EVENTS // SU MME R & FA L L 2022

JULY

JUNE 12, 19, 26 // Farmer's Market & Art Market on Elk Avenue

3, 10, 17, 31 // Farmer's Market & Art Market on Elk Avenue

17 // KBUT Fish Fry

4 // Independence Day Parade, Games and Fireworks

24 // Crested Butte Chainless Bike Championships

4, 11, 18, 25 // Center For the Arts Free Alpenglow Concerts

26 // Black and White Ball at the Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum

6, 13, 20, 27 // Live! From Mt. Crested Butte Free Concert Series

27 // Center For the Arts Free Alpenglow Concert Series

8-17 // Crested Butte Wildflower Festival

29 // Live! From Mt. Crested Butte Free Concert Series

20-23 // Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

1, 8, 15 // Center For the Arts Free Alpenglow Concerts

4, 11, 18 // Farmer's Market & Art Market on Elk Avenue

3, 10, 17 // Live! From Mt. Crested Butte Free Concert Series

10 // Mt. Crested Butte Chili and Beer Festival

5-7 // Crested Butte Arts Festival

11 // Bridges of the Butte Townie Bike Tour

6 // Mountain Roots Food Project: Feast in the Field 7, 14, 21, 28 // Farmer's Market & Art Market on Elk Avenue 19-20 // Adaptive Mountain Biking World Championship

21-25 // Crested Butte Film Festival TBA // Vinotok Fall Harvest Festival 24 // Emma Coburn's Elk Run 5K for Living Journey's

OCTOBER 2, 9 // Farmer's Market & Art Market on Elk Avenue 12 // Battle of the Bartenders at the Center for the Arts 20 // Crested Butte Heritage Museum Ghost Stories 29 // Postmodern Jukebox at the Center for the Arts

NOVEMBER 8 // Mountain Writers Co-Op: Monthly Writing Sessions and Socials TBD // Opening Day Crested Butte Nordic Center 24 // Opening Day Crested Butte Mountain Resort 24-27 // Thanksgiving Nordic Camp

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