Fort Bend Lifestyles & Homes Magazine Nov 2008: Telluride Colorado, See Forever Village

elluride, Colorado, is a small town that has evolved with the times, yet retained all the charm of its rich history. Originally a rowdy mining camp, the town of Telluride was formed in 1878. Reinvented as a Ski Resort in 1973, Telluride is now in high gear as a cultural microcosm, hosting events, festivals, music and performing arts, and boasting a reputation for world class skiing and small town mountain ambiance.

Telluride Mountain and Ski Resort

Telluride Mountain offers breathtaking views and thrilling slopes by anyone’s standards. Considered a world-class destination, it ideally blends Victorian charm, stunning natural beauty and pulse-racing ski action. The scenery is awe-inspiring as you soar down powdery slopes; you bond with nature unavoidably.

Telluride Ski Resort summons skiers of all levels.

Custom Interior Designs

For accommodations, look no further than The Peaks Resort & Golden Door Spa/See Forever Village Rentals where you’ll encounter mountain living in luxurious style. These luxury rentals cater to the most discerning travelers, showcasing signature furnishings, custom interior designs and finishes, along with an exquisite array of amenities. Travel down a heated cobblestone path from the hotel ’s entrance to a private escape in the cabins and penthouses of See Forever Village. Choose from the following options for your accommodations:

•Three-, four- or five bedroom cabins with vaulted ceilings, gorgeous interiors, rustic stone fireplaces and stunning views of the Colorado Rockies;

•Two-, three- or four-bedroom penthouses with expansive views of the mountains, representing the height of four-diamond Colorado lodging and luxurious alpine living.

These prestigious rentals offer a range of superior amenities:

•Elegant bathrooms for each bedroom in the unit;

•Fully equipped kitchen with top of the line appliances;

•Spectacular views of the Wilson and San Sophia Mountains;

•Daily housekeeping; Room service;

•Grocery shopping and child-care services available by request;

•Access to The Golden Door Spa;

•Concierge and bell staff;

•Ski Valet ski and boot storage;

•Easy walking distance to the complimentary and convenient Gondola, restaurants and skiing.

By the way, access to The Golden Door Spa is no small thing. You can truly find mountain Zen within the newly enhanced, redesigned spa, which has recently undergone a $2 million renovation. You ’ll encounter restoration, pampering, yoga or Pilates classes, as well as massage and body treatments, facials and skincare, full service salon options, fitness classes and other activities arranged by the spa ’s concierge.

•Bargain Season Ski Package – Exceptional cross-country and downhill skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling are waiting for you, along with the services of a ski valet who warms up and tunes up your ski gear overnight.

This package includes luxurious accommodations and daily lift tickets per adult for each paid night on the package.

•Ultra-Luxe Escape Package – New for this ski season, The Peaks is offering luxury accommodations in the Summit cabins and penthouses at See Forever Village, encompassing 28 spacious, multi-bedroom units featuring custom d écor, state-of-the-art conveniences and amazing views. Guests choosing this option also enjoy access to the amenities and services of The Peaks Resort.

Dining

Sumptuous dining is available to guests at The Peaks Resort. The Great Room serves wine, beer on tap, cocktails and light fare, and provides stunning mountain views. The Lift offers fresh pastries, fruit and coffee for breakfast, lunch or afternoon snacks. This coffee bar is perfect for a quick pick-me-up before hitting the slopes. Legends serves fabulous breakfast buffets to please all tastes in a family-friendly environment.

Activities

There are so many activities to choose from in this mountain village, many of which are accessible through The Peaks Resort & Golden Door Spa concierge service. Aside from the great skiing and whatever festival may be taking place while you ’re there, make sure you factor in some time to enjoy the fun things to do in the mountain village.

You can visit Telluride’s old mining town, shops and numerous restaurants by taking a short, complimentary gondola ride from the resort to the village, where you ’ll shop ’til you drop in one-of-a kind boutiques, sport shops, which have all the very latest in technology for the slopes, art galleries full of originals, and restaurants that serve up some of the finest dining you ’ll find in any resort town.

Adventure awaits your children, too, at The Peaks Resort & Golden Door Spa’s exciting Base Camp. The resort offers a beautiful, active and inviting environment for ages 12 weeks to 5 years old. The trained, professional staff hosts activities in arts and crafts, dancing, tumbling, playtime, gondola rides and seasonal programs. You may enroll them for a full day of activity, which includes lunch, or a half-day or even hourly. Base Camp hours are 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. daily.

Parents may also consider enrolling younger skiers in the Telluride Children’s Ski School, offered to children ages 3 to 12 years old.

If you’re visiting during the summer months, there’s plenty of activities including music festivals, rafting, hiking, biking, fly fishing and for golfers, the country ’s highest altitude golf course.

Getting There

See Forever Village at the Peaks are part of the LXR Luxury Resorts collection. To get to the Telluride resort, drive approximately 65 miles from Montrose Regional Airport. Take Highway 550 to Ridgeway. From Highway 62 to Placerville, continue to Mountain Village and The Peaks.

A limited number of residences remain for sale. For more information, contact Luxury Property Rentals Reservations at 877-282-4550 or Vistas & Suites Reservations at 866-282-4557. On the Web, go to www.seeforevervillage.com.

See Forever Village at The Peaks