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Villages and ski resorts in Vail - a winter sports paradise
Vail is known for its world-class skiing and charming European-style villages nestled in the Rocky Mountains. In the 1960s, this community developed around Vail Ski Resort, a renowned center for winter sports. Vail has since become a nature-oriented paradise where residents can explore the outdoors in all seasons and find community among the slopes. "People come here to escape the hustle and bustle," says Haley Dyer, a Vail local and broker associate at Corcoran Perry & Co. "It's a smaller community of like-minded folks surrounded by nature and an outdoor lifestyle."
From snowy peaks to sunlit ridgelines, the mountains near Vail, Colorado serve as both backdrop and playground—fueling the town’s outdoor culture and grounding every day in a sense of awe and possibility.
Vail Resort, located in the heart of Vail, Colorado, stands as a symbol of alpine adventure, where world-class skiing, luxurious lodging, and iconic mountain views welcome travelers in every season.
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Contemporary cabin-style homes surrounded by scenic views
Winding roads rise from the highway to the hills, reaching cabin enclaves surrounded by scenic mountain views. Vail features outdoor-oriented architecture, with midcentury-modern, contemporary and cabin-style homes. The median home price is about $1.6 million. However, prices exceed $20 million for homes over 5,000 square feet, with some estates nearing $80 million. Condos and townhouses are also housing options. "It is a true buyer's market right now," Dyer says. "Buyers have a tremendous opportunity to get great value at this moment. There's more inventory than we've seen in the last five years."
Houses along Interstate 70 may be subject to more traffic noise. Some properties may also be at risk of flooding, particularly near Gore Creek, which flows through Vail.
Cabins in Vail, Colorado offer rustic charm and alpine coziness, whether perched near the slopes or nestled in forested enclaves—ideal for quiet retreats, romantic getaways, or cozy family weekends in the pines.
Sleek lines and natural materials define the mansion homes in Vail, Colorado, where architecture meets environment to create dramatic, sunlit interiors and high-altitude luxury just steps from trails and ski lifts.
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From tucked-away retreats to showstopping estates, modern homes in Vail, Colorado reflect the town’s balance of innovation and natural inspiration—every window framing the Rockies like a living painting.
Large homes in Vail, Colorado offer space to breathe and room to grow, often set on forested lots or overlooking Gore Creek, with designs that reflect both the grandeur and intimacy of mountain living.
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Alpine mountain hiking trails and multiple ski resorts
Hiking enthusiasts can take the East Vail/Hiker Express bus to the Booth Falls Trail, a 10-mile route that ascends through an alpine mountain landscape, reaching a waterfall and Booth Lake. The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is a botanical center with winding walking paths, native flower gardens and indigenous plant life. Stephens Park is a local green space with a playground and an off-leash dog park beside Gore Creek. There are renowned ski resorts within a short drive. The Beaver Creek Resort features 150 cross-country skiing trails and multiple terrain parks with Aspen glades and cliffs. Vail Ski Resort is one of North America's largest skiing destinations, with over 5,000 acres of powder slopes and scenic gondola rides. While winter sports are the main draw, warm weather brings a different vibe to Vail. "Summer is our hidden gem because we sit around 75 degrees," Dyer says. "The gondolas are still running up to the resorts. You can hike or bike down the mountain. It's like Neverland."
Elk wander near the edges of Vail, Colorado, sometimes pausing along creek beds or crossing open meadows, their antlers held high as quiet reminders of the wildness that still surrounds this alpine town.
Vail, Colorado carries a legacy of transformation, from humble beginnings to a global alpine destination, where tradition, art, and innovation blend in a place shaped by both history and high-altitude vision.
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Two walkable village districts with shopping and upscale restaurants
There are multiple pedestrian-friendly shopping areas, including Vail Village and Lionshead Village. Vail Village has chalet-style buildings, cobblestone streets and nightclubs. Lionshead Village is a Bavarian-inspired downtown with outdoor apparel stores and gift shops. Supermarkets like City Market and Safeway are in a shopping center along North Frontage Road. One of the area's most popular dining establishments is the Little Diner in Lionshead Village, a bustling breakfast café serving Dutch pancakes and crepes. Mountain Standard is an upscale pub with an open-air patio in Vail Village, and it serves bourbon drinks and wood-fired dishes. "We're seeing more restaurants and shops come in from Denver," Dyer says. "We have well-known mountain lifestyle brands, but you can find unique, independently owned restaurants and mom-and-pop shops too."
Vail, Colorado is wonderfully family-friendly, offering everything from outdoor adventures to cultural festivals, scenic parks to learning trails—making it easy for kids and parents alike to fall in love with mountain life.
Retail shopping in Vail, Colorado combines luxury and lifestyle, with high-end brands, local boutiques, and outdoor gear shops tucked into scenic pedestrian villages that make every stroll feel like a curated experience.
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Public schools and programs in the Eagle County School District
Red Sandstone Elementary School earns a B grade from Niche, emphasizing character development with newer facilities rebuilt in 2019. Eagle Valley Middle School has an A-minus, with an involved community and after-school academic clubs. Battle Mountain High School receives a B-plus and offers dual enrollment courses for students to earn college credit. Vail Mountain School is a private school that scores an A-plus grade, serving students from kindergarten to 12th grade.
Battle Mountain High School in Vail, Colorado stands out with its modern campus set against alpine peaks—where students embrace academic achievement, athletic spirit, and mountain community pride every day.
At Battle Mountain High School in Vail, Colorado, hallways buzz with energy and ambition as students prepare for college and career success—while enjoying a stunning mountain backdrop and a tight-knit Wildcat community.
Vail Mountain School in Vail, Colorado scores big on the soccer field—where Wildcat players showcase skill, strategy, and school pride under the Colorado sun, all while cheering on classmates and building lifelong camaraderie.
At Red Sandstone Elementary in Vail, Colorado, young students embark on a journey of discovery amid inspiring alpine scenery—engaging in art, reading, outdoor play, and friendship-building in a warm, welcoming school atmosphere.
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Getting to Denver or taking the gondola up the mountain
The Town of Vail bus system provides free public transit to the Vail Ski Resort, the villages and other nearby landmarks. Gondolas in Lionshead Village and Vail Village also lift passengers up to the resort. The area's local medical center is Vail Health Hospital, which has an emergency room on Frontage Road. Denver is about 95 miles east on Interstate 70, a vital expressway in Colorado. The Eagle County Regional Airport is in Gypsum, approximately 35 miles west.
Vail Resort is the crown jewel of Vail, Colorado, offering legendary ski terrain, scenic summer hikes, mountain biking, and year-round adventure, all tied together by impeccable service and alpine hospitality.
Transit in Vail, Colorado is seamless and scenic, with eco-friendly buses and charming village connectors that let you leave the car behind and explore every corner of town with ease and panoramic views.
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On average, homes in Vail, CO sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Vail, CO over the last 12 months is $1,525,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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