Whether you’ve celebrated a wedding at the well-appointed Devil’s Thumb Ranch or treated your family to a weekend fishing trip at one of Winding River Resort’s cottages, you’ve never quite forgotten the stunning beauty and ambiance of Grand County, Colorado. Besides introducing you to luxury homes for sale near Winter Park Co, Melinda V. Lee of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty – Grand County, CO also has access to desirable building lots.  Including gorgeous Tabernash, Co, which is about six miles from Winter Park. Here are some important facts about Grand County that make it one of the most popular places for upscale alpine living.

Recreation

Grand County is surrounded by exhilarating Rocky Mountain views, thick forests, and pristine waterways. It’s the ideal place to take your outdoor sports adventures to the next level.

During winter, you’ll want to visit Winter Park Resort and Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Tabernash for skiing, snowshoeing, and sledding. Winter Park Resort has downhill slopes that accommodate all skill levels and updated lifts to safely and quickly get you to the action. Devil’s Thumb Ranch is known for its cross-country ski trails that offer the best views of the area’s natural landscapes.

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Summer heats up with a variety of activities that take you from horseback riding to rock climbing. Other popular summer adventures include mountain biking in the Rocky Mountain National Park, hiking in the Arapahoe National Forest, and rafting on the Colorado River. End your adventures with a relaxing soak in a spring-fed pool at the Hot Sulphur Springs Resort and Spa.

People visit Grand County for its many recreational opportunities, but they come to stay for mountain homes & active lifestyles.  Contact Melinda Lee to schedule a viewing of luxury homes & breathtaking building lots in nearby Tabernash, Co

Climate

Grand County’s location in northwestern Colorado yields long winters with plenty of snow for ski enthusiasts. Temperatures in this alpine wonderland regularly dip to single digits in the winter, and the average annual snowfall for the county is 130 inches! Grand County summers are pleasant at 9,000 feet, and you can expect temperatures in the high 70’s with little rainfall and low humidity.

Schools

When searching for the best luxury homes for sale Winter Park Co, schools are important. Even if you don’t have school-aged children, a great school district makes your property more valuable. Grand County is served by Middle Park High School for grades 9-12, Indian Peaks Charter School for grades K-8, and Winter Park Christian School for grades K-12.

Community

You won’t find overcrowded neighborhoods when searching for homes near Winter Park Co. Grand County has just under 15,000 residents compared to Denver’s population of over 600,000 people. Despite its slight population, Grand County thrives economically through retail, tourism, farming and ranching, and recreation-based businesses. 

5116 Fefa Court – Home Site offered by: Melinda V Lee of LIV Sotheby’s

Grand County has much to offer its residents:   hiking, golfing, art & music fairs, boating and so much more. Plus, Grand County and the towns that comprise it, are filled with wonderful, open & friendly people!

Mountain Living at its Finest

If you’re tired of settling for anything but sumptuous mountain living, it’s time for you to discover Grand County’s exclusive real estate offerings with Melinda V. Lee of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty – Grand County, CO. While touring communities in and around Devil’s Thumb Ranch with Melinda, you’ll see thoughtfully curated properties that’ll suit your unique needs for a custom home or building lot in Grand County.

Contact Melinda V. Lee at LIV Sothebys