From the Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association (TMVOA):
TMVOA, together with the Town of Mountain Village, will host Jingle Jam and the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Friday, December 10th in Mountain Village Center. Over the years, Jingle Jam has evolved and this year it is certain to be the most festive event ever with family-focused activities.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~Special Holiday Deals at Participating Mountain Village Businesses All Day
Get your holiday shopping done (or started) at the various Mountain Village establishments located in the town's plazas. There is certainly something for everyone on your list in Mountain Village.~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Merchant Gingerbread House Competition 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Come help us judge the creatively built and tastefully eye-pleasing gingerbread houses from participating businesses: BootDoctors, Fairmont Heritage Franz Klammer Lodge, Telluride Tourism Board, Swanky Buckle and Allred's. Displayed in cases and placed around the Christmas tree in Heritage Plaza, the public will choose the Gingerbread House Competition winner based on simple criteria - creativity, overall appearance and edibility. Santa will announce the winner at 5:30 p.m., before the Tree Lighting Ceremony. The winner will receive a gift certificate from one of the fine Mountain Village restaurants.
Free Ice Skating & Hot Chocolate 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
BootDoctors, operators of the Mountain Village Ice Rink, is giving the community an early holiday gift: free skating during Jingle Jam. For those without skates, rentals are available. Free hot chocolate will be served as well.
Cookie Decorating for Kids (while supplies last) 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
New to the event, kids of all ages will have the opportunity to decorate their own Christmas cookie in Heritage Plaza while they wait to meet Santa and his elf.
Caroling 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The classic holiday songs, the ones we all know so well and sign along to - Jingle Bells, Joy to the World, Silent Night - will be echoing throughout Mountain Village's plazas. This newly added entertainment is presented by members of SquidShow Theater.
Sitting with Santa 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Say hello to Santa, tell him what you want for Christmas, and have your free picture taken with him, too. Hot beverages provided by Gondola Grounds.
Tree Lighting Ceremony
The 19-foot Christmas tree, sponsored by Mountain Village businesses, will light up Heritage Plaza at 5:30 p.m. with the help of Santa, his elf and Mayor Bob Delves. As a part of Mountain Village's green efforts, after the Christmas season the tree will be replanted.
A small taste of what merchants will be offering ...
· BootDoctors: grab bag discounts with 10%-to-50% off, hot cider and treats, free gift with
purchase, free wrapping
· The Peaks Resort & Spa: 25% off items at The Spa Boutique, standby heli-ski tickets 50% off
the regular rate, unveiling of the children's life-sized gingerbread house
For more Jingle Jam and Tree Lighting Ceremony information, please contact either the town's Community Relations Manager Nichole Zangara at (970) 369-6430 or TMVOA's Operations Administrator Jim Riley at (970) 369-7626.
If I can provide you with any further information on this or Telluride real estate, please call me at 970-728-1234 or email buzz@fedorka.com.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Friday, December 3, 2010
December Calendar From The Town of Mountain Village
Mountain Village is busting at the seams with events this December: Jingle Jam and the annual Tree Light Ceremony, Crazy Holiday Sweater Party, Sitting with Santa and Santa's Workshop, torchlight parades and firework display, concerts at the Telluride Conference Center and The Peaks Resort & Spa, and on and on and …
With all the holiday excitement, don’t forget to attend the town’s presentation of the final draft Mountain Village Comprehensive Plan Tuesday, December 28 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Town Hall, and TMVOA’s Annual Member Meeting the following evening.
While enjoying the holiday festivities, be sure to visit the various restaurants and retail stores in Mountain Village Center (several new businesses have opened) and take advantage of all the Mountain Village recreation adventures that await you and your family. Happy Holidays!
Town of Mountain Village
Date: Throughout the entire month of December (mainly Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, but some Tuesdays)
Event: Mike Pale or Lodges Lane in Concert
Location: The Great Room at The Peaks Resort & Spa
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Date: December 3
Event: Pretty Lights in Concert
Location: Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village
Time: doors open at 7 p.m.; showtime is 8 p.m.
Date: December 4
Event: Mother Daughter Christmas Tea
Location: Jasper Room at Capella Telluride
Time: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Cost: $15 per person; $11 per Mountain Village Social Club member
Reservations: (970) 369-0880
Date: December 4
Event: Pretty Lights in Concert
Location: Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village
Time: doors open at 7 p.m.; showtime is 8 p.m.
Date: December 6
Event: Intergovernmental Meeting
Location: Telluride Fire House
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Date: December 6
Event: Special Joint Town Council and Comprehensive Plan Task Force Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Link: Comprehensive Plan Task Force Meeting Packet
Date: December 7
Event: Merchant Association Meeting
Location: Blue Mesa Conference Room
Time: 3 p.m.
Date: December 7
Event: Open Space & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 5:15 p.m.
Link: Open Space & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Agenda
Date: December 8
Event: Town Council Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Link: Town Council Meeting Packet
Link: View Guest Commentary from Town Manager Greg Sparks regarding the 2011 budget
Date: December 9
Event: Telluride Tourism Board Annual Meeting & Telluride’s Image: A Community Discussion
Location: Sheridan Opera House
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Link: Official Telluride Tourism Board Web Site
Date: December 9
Event: Design Review Board Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 12 p.m.
Link: Design Review Board Meeting Agenda
Date: December 10
Event: Jingle Jam & Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Location: Mountain Village Center
Time: special holiday deals all day; activities 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Link: View Advertisement; Listen to live Jingle Jam podcast December 9 at Telluride Inside ... and Out
Date: December 15 – December 18
Event: 2010 VISA Snowboard World Cup
Location: Mountain Village & the Telluride Ski Resort’s Misty Maiden ski run
Link: Official Telluride World Cup Web Site
Date: December 16
Event: USSA Poster Signing & Hot Chocolate Social
Location: Hop Garden
Time: 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Date: December 16
Event: Telluride Montrose Regional Air Organization Meeting
Location: Blue Mesa Conference Room
Time: 9 a.m.
Link: Official TMRAO Web Site
Date: December 16
Event: Telluride Airport Authority Meeting
Location: Telluride Airport
Time: 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Date: December 17
Event: Dubskin Concert
Location: Telluride Conference Center
Time: doors open at 9 p.m.; showtime is 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $5 at the door
Date: December 18
Event: Crazy Holiday Sweater Party – Telluride Adaptive Sports Program Fundraiser
Location: Suede Bar at Capella Telluride
Time: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Cost: $15 or $5 with tacky holiday sweater
Date: December 20
Event: Christmas Concert with the Telluride Chorale Society
Location: The Great Room at The Peaks Resort & Spa
Time: 6 p.m.
Date: December 20 & December 21
Event: Sitting with Santa & Santa’s Workshop
Location: Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Date: December 24
Event: Town Hall Offices Closed for Christmas Holiday
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall and Municipal Building
Time: normal office hours will resume at 7 a.m. Monday, December 27
Date: December 24 & December 25
Event: Santa Ski & Photos
Location: Gorrono Ranch
Time: after 3 p.m.
Link: Official Telluride Ski Resort Web Site
Date: December 24
Event: Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade
Location: Telluride Ski Resort mountain
Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Link: Official Telluride Ski Resort Web Site
Date: December 28
Event: Special Joint Town Council and Comprehensive Plan Task Force Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Link: Comprehensive Plan Task Force Meeting Packet
Date: December 29
Event: Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association Annual Member Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Link: Official TMVOA Web Site
Date: December 29
Event: From Bust to Boom
Location: Capella Telluride
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Link: Official Telluride Historical Museum
Date: December 31
Event: Extended Gondola & Dial-A-Ride Hours
Location: Mountain Village and Telluride Gondola Stations
Time: 7 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Date: December 31
Event: Town Hall Offices Closed for New Year’s Day Holiday
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall and Municipal Building
Time: normal office hours will resume at 7 a.m. Monday, January 3
Date: December 31
Event: New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks
Location: atop the Telluride Ski Resort mountain into Mountain Village
Time: 6:30 p.m.
For any questions, or if I can help you with any Telluride real estate needs, please do not hesitate to call 970-728-1234 or email buzz@fedorka.com. Happy Holidays!
With all the holiday excitement, don’t forget to attend the town’s presentation of the final draft Mountain Village Comprehensive Plan Tuesday, December 28 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Town Hall, and TMVOA’s Annual Member Meeting the following evening.
While enjoying the holiday festivities, be sure to visit the various restaurants and retail stores in Mountain Village Center (several new businesses have opened) and take advantage of all the Mountain Village recreation adventures that await you and your family. Happy Holidays!
Town of Mountain Village
Date: Throughout the entire month of December (mainly Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, but some Tuesdays)
Event: Mike Pale or Lodges Lane in Concert
Location: The Great Room at The Peaks Resort & Spa
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Date: December 3
Event: Pretty Lights in Concert
Location: Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village
Time: doors open at 7 p.m.; showtime is 8 p.m.
Date: December 4
Event: Mother Daughter Christmas Tea
Location: Jasper Room at Capella Telluride
Time: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Cost: $15 per person; $11 per Mountain Village Social Club member
Reservations: (970) 369-0880
Date: December 4
Event: Pretty Lights in Concert
Location: Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village
Time: doors open at 7 p.m.; showtime is 8 p.m.
Date: December 6
Event: Intergovernmental Meeting
Location: Telluride Fire House
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Date: December 6
Event: Special Joint Town Council and Comprehensive Plan Task Force Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Link: Comprehensive Plan Task Force Meeting Packet
Date: December 7
Event: Merchant Association Meeting
Location: Blue Mesa Conference Room
Time: 3 p.m.
Date: December 7
Event: Open Space & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 5:15 p.m.
Link: Open Space & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Agenda
Date: December 8
Event: Town Council Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Link: Town Council Meeting Packet
Link: View Guest Commentary from Town Manager Greg Sparks regarding the 2011 budget
Date: December 9
Event: Telluride Tourism Board Annual Meeting & Telluride’s Image: A Community Discussion
Location: Sheridan Opera House
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Link: Official Telluride Tourism Board Web Site
Date: December 9
Event: Design Review Board Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 12 p.m.
Link: Design Review Board Meeting Agenda
Date: December 10
Event: Jingle Jam & Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Location: Mountain Village Center
Time: special holiday deals all day; activities 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Link: View Advertisement; Listen to live Jingle Jam podcast December 9 at Telluride Inside ... and Out
Date: December 15 – December 18
Event: 2010 VISA Snowboard World Cup
Location: Mountain Village & the Telluride Ski Resort’s Misty Maiden ski run
Link: Official Telluride World Cup Web Site
Date: December 16
Event: USSA Poster Signing & Hot Chocolate Social
Location: Hop Garden
Time: 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Date: December 16
Event: Telluride Montrose Regional Air Organization Meeting
Location: Blue Mesa Conference Room
Time: 9 a.m.
Link: Official TMRAO Web Site
Date: December 16
Event: Telluride Airport Authority Meeting
Location: Telluride Airport
Time: 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Date: December 17
Event: Dubskin Concert
Location: Telluride Conference Center
Time: doors open at 9 p.m.; showtime is 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $5 at the door
Date: December 18
Event: Crazy Holiday Sweater Party – Telluride Adaptive Sports Program Fundraiser
Location: Suede Bar at Capella Telluride
Time: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Cost: $15 or $5 with tacky holiday sweater
Date: December 20
Event: Christmas Concert with the Telluride Chorale Society
Location: The Great Room at The Peaks Resort & Spa
Time: 6 p.m.
Date: December 20 & December 21
Event: Sitting with Santa & Santa’s Workshop
Location: Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Date: December 24
Event: Town Hall Offices Closed for Christmas Holiday
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall and Municipal Building
Time: normal office hours will resume at 7 a.m. Monday, December 27
Date: December 24 & December 25
Event: Santa Ski & Photos
Location: Gorrono Ranch
Time: after 3 p.m.
Link: Official Telluride Ski Resort Web Site
Date: December 24
Event: Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade
Location: Telluride Ski Resort mountain
Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Link: Official Telluride Ski Resort Web Site
Date: December 28
Event: Special Joint Town Council and Comprehensive Plan Task Force Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Link: Comprehensive Plan Task Force Meeting Packet
Date: December 29
Event: Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association Annual Member Meeting
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall
Time: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Link: Official TMVOA Web Site
Date: December 29
Event: From Bust to Boom
Location: Capella Telluride
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Link: Official Telluride Historical Museum
Date: December 31
Event: Extended Gondola & Dial-A-Ride Hours
Location: Mountain Village and Telluride Gondola Stations
Time: 7 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Date: December 31
Event: Town Hall Offices Closed for New Year’s Day Holiday
Location: Mountain Village Town Hall and Municipal Building
Time: normal office hours will resume at 7 a.m. Monday, January 3
Date: December 31
Event: New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks
Location: atop the Telluride Ski Resort mountain into Mountain Village
Time: 6:30 p.m.
For any questions, or if I can help you with any Telluride real estate needs, please do not hesitate to call 970-728-1234 or email buzz@fedorka.com. Happy Holidays!
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Telluride Ski Resort Opens Tomorrow!
The Telluride Ski Resort has reinstated a tradition - Donation Day is tomorrow, November 24th. On this day, all sales from lift tickets ($25 each!) are donated to the Telluride Ski & Snowboard Club, the local youth snow athletics club. Join us for a banner opening day!
As always, if I can provide you with further information on this or Telluride area real estate, please call me at 970-728-1234 or email me at buzz@fedorka.com.
As always, if I can provide you with further information on this or Telluride area real estate, please call me at 970-728-1234 or email me at buzz@fedorka.com.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
The Sheridan Arts Foundation's Holiday Concert Series
December 27th, 8pm:
An Acoustic Evening with Shawn Colvin & John Oats
December 29th, 8pm:
Satisfaction - A Tribute to the Rolling Stones
December 30th, 8pm:
An Intimate Solo Acoustic Performance by Citizen Cope
December 31st, 9pm:
New Year's Eve Gala with Chubby Checker and the Wild Cats!
January 2nd, 8pm:
The Mighty Diamonds
For more information, please visit www.SheridanOperaHouse.com, and as always, if I can provide more information on this or Telluride real estate, please contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
An Acoustic Evening with Shawn Colvin & John Oats
December 29th, 8pm:
Satisfaction - A Tribute to the Rolling Stones
December 30th, 8pm:
An Intimate Solo Acoustic Performance by Citizen Cope
December 31st, 9pm:
New Year's Eve Gala with Chubby Checker and the Wild Cats!
January 2nd, 8pm:
The Mighty Diamonds
For more information, please visit www.SheridanOperaHouse.com, and as always, if I can provide more information on this or Telluride real estate, please contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Early Storm Dumps 18 Inches of Snow on Telluride!
According to the Telluride Ski Resort:
"Telluride, CO – Oct. 25, 2010 – Local skiers and boarders in Telluride awoke this morning to the first heavy snowfall of the season. With the storm total at 18 inches mid-mountain and more up on top of Palmyra Peak and Revelation Bowl, the season is off to a good start. Snow covered the surrounding peaks and top of the resort a few times over the last couple weeks, but last night’s storm dropped several inches all the way to town.
“We’re thrilled with the early season snow and looking forward to a fantastic year,” said Telluride Ski & Golf CEO Dave Riley. “With snowmaking underway and our summer projects nearly complete, including new runs, dinners at Alpino Vino via Snow Coach, and new retail, plus the returning World Cup and a feature in Warren Miller’s Wintervention, we are ready for winter.” "
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"Telluride, CO – Oct. 25, 2010 – Local skiers and boarders in Telluride awoke this morning to the first heavy snowfall of the season. With the storm total at 18 inches mid-mountain and more up on top of Palmyra Peak and Revelation Bowl, the season is off to a good start. Snow covered the surrounding peaks and top of the resort a few times over the last couple weeks, but last night’s storm dropped several inches all the way to town.
“We’re thrilled with the early season snow and looking forward to a fantastic year,” said Telluride Ski & Golf CEO Dave Riley. “With snowmaking underway and our summer projects nearly complete, including new runs, dinners at Alpino Vino via Snow Coach, and new retail, plus the returning World Cup and a feature in Warren Miller’s Wintervention, we are ready for winter.” "
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Friday, October 1, 2010
Telluride's Top Ten Autumn 2010
Ten good things about Telluride and Telluride real estate:
1. The stock market showed unbelievable September gains; biggest since 1939.
2. By November, Telluride Airport may have approval for evening flights.
3. TelSki ski area expansions and the Powder Magazine article may create a “new buzz” for Telluride as this season’s best ski destination.
4. Two new festivals added this summer: the Photo Festival and the Horror Festival.
5. Telluride Ski and Golf have been given approval to expand and improve the existing snowmaking system ($7M+). This project will allow Telski to upgrade and enhance the existing snowmaking system it is now using to improve early season snow conditions. “With these improvements Telski will be able to offer a better early season experience to guests of the ski area and that benefits the local economy and the community,” said District Ranger Judy Schutza. With better snowmaking in place, Telluride could be in the running to host a World Cup event.
6. Riverwatch Condo closing at $1,100 sqft; mirroring the same caliber as Element 52.
7. Continental & United Airlines Merger – Telluride Airport will be able to accommodate more Q400 NextGen aircraft as airport improvements continue through November. The Q400 also has new improvements and will be further enhanced with the introduction of larger overhead bins that will accommodate standard roller bags. Combining these features with the Active Noise and Vibration Suppression (ANVS) system will give the Q400 NextGen aircraft passenger an even more pleasant cabin experience.
8. The numbers are in, and summer tourism was up.
9. Real estate values are coming up; buyers could begin to see returns on their investments.
10. With the fall season upon us, the Telluride area is the most beautiful place on earth!
As always, please feel free to contact me for more information on this or Telluride area real estate by calling 970-728-1234 or emailing buzz@fedorka.com.
1. The stock market showed unbelievable September gains; biggest since 1939.
2. By November, Telluride Airport may have approval for evening flights.
3. TelSki ski area expansions and the Powder Magazine article may create a “new buzz” for Telluride as this season’s best ski destination.
4. Two new festivals added this summer: the Photo Festival and the Horror Festival.
5. Telluride Ski and Golf have been given approval to expand and improve the existing snowmaking system ($7M+). This project will allow Telski to upgrade and enhance the existing snowmaking system it is now using to improve early season snow conditions. “With these improvements Telski will be able to offer a better early season experience to guests of the ski area and that benefits the local economy and the community,” said District Ranger Judy Schutza. With better snowmaking in place, Telluride could be in the running to host a World Cup event.
6. Riverwatch Condo closing at $1,100 sqft; mirroring the same caliber as Element 52.
7. Continental & United Airlines Merger – Telluride Airport will be able to accommodate more Q400 NextGen aircraft as airport improvements continue through November. The Q400 also has new improvements and will be further enhanced with the introduction of larger overhead bins that will accommodate standard roller bags. Combining these features with the Active Noise and Vibration Suppression (ANVS) system will give the Q400 NextGen aircraft passenger an even more pleasant cabin experience.
8. The numbers are in, and summer tourism was up.
9. Real estate values are coming up; buyers could begin to see returns on their investments.
10. With the fall season upon us, the Telluride area is the most beautiful place on earth!
As always, please feel free to contact me for more information on this or Telluride area real estate by calling 970-728-1234 or emailing buzz@fedorka.com.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Telluride Exposed!
Telluride has recently been in the ski press and will be featured in a new Warren Miller film, called “Wintervention.” You can view a teaser for this film at the following link: http://vimeo.com/14617132.
In the October issue of Powder Magazine, there is a 12-page feature story about Telluride, called “Rising T-Ride: The Second Coming of America’s Greatest Backcountry Resort.” If you’d like a copy of the entire article, send me an email and I will forward you a PDF copy. The article touches on some of Telluride’s colorful history, including the old mining days and the earliest days of the ski mountain, which opened on December 22nd, 1972. The article also mentions that in the three years since Dave Riley, the CEO of the Telluride Ski Resort, came on board, he has opened “more than 350 acres of jaw-dropping sidecountry, increased access to thousands of acres of backcountry and added a lift to access it in a purposeful campaign to restore T-Ride’s reputation as one of the baddest mountains in the West.” The balance of the article offers fantastic photography. As they say, all publicity is good publicity!
If I can send you more information on this or on real estate in Telluride, please give me a call at 970-728-1234 or email me at buzz@fedorka.com.
In the October issue of Powder Magazine, there is a 12-page feature story about Telluride, called “Rising T-Ride: The Second Coming of America’s Greatest Backcountry Resort.” If you’d like a copy of the entire article, send me an email and I will forward you a PDF copy. The article touches on some of Telluride’s colorful history, including the old mining days and the earliest days of the ski mountain, which opened on December 22nd, 1972. The article also mentions that in the three years since Dave Riley, the CEO of the Telluride Ski Resort, came on board, he has opened “more than 350 acres of jaw-dropping sidecountry, increased access to thousands of acres of backcountry and added a lift to access it in a purposeful campaign to restore T-Ride’s reputation as one of the baddest mountains in the West.” The balance of the article offers fantastic photography. As they say, all publicity is good publicity!
If I can send you more information on this or on real estate in Telluride, please give me a call at 970-728-1234 or email me at buzz@fedorka.com.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Fall Tilt in Telluride!
News Release from the Town of Mountain Village:
The leaves are turning, the days are shorter, and the air is a bit cooler. This all translates to one thing: it’s fall time in the mountains, and the end of bike season. For those who aren’t quite ready to put their bikes away just yet, Mountain Village has you covered. The second annual Fall Tilt in Telluride returns to the San Juan Mountains, September 24 and September 25.
“We expect to see some of the region’s best and toughest riders participate in Fall Tilt, and showcase their endurance and strength,” said Mountain Village Community Relations Manager Nichole Zangara. “After talking to riders who participated in the Mountain States Cup Series event, Full Tilt, the San Juan backdrop is pretty unbeatable. I can’t think of a better way to end one’s bike season than riding killer terrain while soaking in some of the most jaw-dropping scenery imaginable. We are expecting a solid turnout for this event, and some of the fastest speeds ever.”
As far as the race goes, it works like this: The race is capped at 75 on-course riders, which translates to over 100 competitors on race day. There will be mandatory practice Friday and race day is Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; riders will utilize the gondola both days. The winners of each class and category are determined by the total number of laps completed in a 12-hour period. There are no ties. CJ Sports Timing will time every lap of every rider to determine the winners just in case there is a tie in the number of laps. Riding after dark will require the use of approved front-mounted bike lights. If a rider intends to run the last hours of the race and doesn’t have an adequate lighting system, they won’t be allowed on the course.
Currently, Fall Tilt registration is available online at BikeReg.com, and it will end Thursday, September 23 at 6 p.m. After that, a $20 on-site registration fee will apply. Participation fees range from $75 to $175, and include event registration, race plate, on-site hospitality, event after-party, and a guaranteed good time. Classes and categories include open and amateur solo and duo teams. Team class is based on best-rider-on-team skill level and only one rider per duo team is allowed on the course at any given time. As for that pretty cash purse, it stands at $2,000 minimum, and that amount will only move north as open class registration numbers increase. Cash will be paid to top finishers – first, second and third – in the open class and for all categories. The top amateurs from each category will walk away with a new riding ensemble, courtesy of DAKINE. And last, but not least, at the awards ceremony every rider will have the opportunity to win a killer gift, compliments of the event’s sponsors.
Fall Tilt Venue
The Fall Tilt race course, all within the Mountain Village Bike Park, is comprised of four adjacent downhill trails that will be utilized simultaneously from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Terrain will vary from rocky, technical riding on the World Cup course to flowing, slower riding on a “recovery” trail or two. It is up to the rider’s discretion as to which trail they will use for each downhill lap. To keep the course safe for the riders and spectators, the race course will be taped and marked, closed to the general public, and patrolled and marshaled. Tech support tents and support staff will be available near the vicinity of the finish line; riders are responsible for their own repair and equipment replacement.
Fall Tilt Sponsors & Supporters
Fall Tilt sponsors and supporters include:
* Platinum – BootDoctors & Paragon, Capella Telluride, CJ Sports Timing, Dakine, Mountain Village Bike Park, San Miguel Bike Alliance, SUNRISE, Inc., Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association, Town of Mountain Village, Tracks Café and Bar
* Gold – Floradora Saloon, Honga’s Lotus Petal Restaurant, Hotel Columbia, The Last Dollar Saloon, Wells Fargo
* Silver – American National Bank, Cosmopolitan, Grassroots Cycles, New Sheridan Hotel and Bar, The Llama, Wine Mine
For more information regarding the race, registration and schedule, please check out the details at www.falltiltintelluride.com. To volunteer as a course marshal Friday or Saturday, call (970) 369-8236.
As always, if I can send you any information on this event or Telluride real estate, please give me a call at 970-728-1234 or email me at buzz@fedorka.com.
The leaves are turning, the days are shorter, and the air is a bit cooler. This all translates to one thing: it’s fall time in the mountains, and the end of bike season. For those who aren’t quite ready to put their bikes away just yet, Mountain Village has you covered. The second annual Fall Tilt in Telluride returns to the San Juan Mountains, September 24 and September 25.
“We expect to see some of the region’s best and toughest riders participate in Fall Tilt, and showcase their endurance and strength,” said Mountain Village Community Relations Manager Nichole Zangara. “After talking to riders who participated in the Mountain States Cup Series event, Full Tilt, the San Juan backdrop is pretty unbeatable. I can’t think of a better way to end one’s bike season than riding killer terrain while soaking in some of the most jaw-dropping scenery imaginable. We are expecting a solid turnout for this event, and some of the fastest speeds ever.”
As far as the race goes, it works like this: The race is capped at 75 on-course riders, which translates to over 100 competitors on race day. There will be mandatory practice Friday and race day is Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; riders will utilize the gondola both days. The winners of each class and category are determined by the total number of laps completed in a 12-hour period. There are no ties. CJ Sports Timing will time every lap of every rider to determine the winners just in case there is a tie in the number of laps. Riding after dark will require the use of approved front-mounted bike lights. If a rider intends to run the last hours of the race and doesn’t have an adequate lighting system, they won’t be allowed on the course.
Currently, Fall Tilt registration is available online at BikeReg.com, and it will end Thursday, September 23 at 6 p.m. After that, a $20 on-site registration fee will apply. Participation fees range from $75 to $175, and include event registration, race plate, on-site hospitality, event after-party, and a guaranteed good time. Classes and categories include open and amateur solo and duo teams. Team class is based on best-rider-on-team skill level and only one rider per duo team is allowed on the course at any given time. As for that pretty cash purse, it stands at $2,000 minimum, and that amount will only move north as open class registration numbers increase. Cash will be paid to top finishers – first, second and third – in the open class and for all categories. The top amateurs from each category will walk away with a new riding ensemble, courtesy of DAKINE. And last, but not least, at the awards ceremony every rider will have the opportunity to win a killer gift, compliments of the event’s sponsors.
Fall Tilt Venue
The Fall Tilt race course, all within the Mountain Village Bike Park, is comprised of four adjacent downhill trails that will be utilized simultaneously from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Terrain will vary from rocky, technical riding on the World Cup course to flowing, slower riding on a “recovery” trail or two. It is up to the rider’s discretion as to which trail they will use for each downhill lap. To keep the course safe for the riders and spectators, the race course will be taped and marked, closed to the general public, and patrolled and marshaled. Tech support tents and support staff will be available near the vicinity of the finish line; riders are responsible for their own repair and equipment replacement.
Fall Tilt Sponsors & Supporters
Fall Tilt sponsors and supporters include:
* Platinum – BootDoctors & Paragon, Capella Telluride, CJ Sports Timing, Dakine, Mountain Village Bike Park, San Miguel Bike Alliance, SUNRISE, Inc., Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association, Town of Mountain Village, Tracks Café and Bar
* Gold – Floradora Saloon, Honga’s Lotus Petal Restaurant, Hotel Columbia, The Last Dollar Saloon, Wells Fargo
* Silver – American National Bank, Cosmopolitan, Grassroots Cycles, New Sheridan Hotel and Bar, The Llama, Wine Mine
For more information regarding the race, registration and schedule, please check out the details at www.falltiltintelluride.com. To volunteer as a course marshal Friday or Saturday, call (970) 369-8236.
As always, if I can send you any information on this event or Telluride real estate, please give me a call at 970-728-1234 or email me at buzz@fedorka.com.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Listen to Telluride's Blues & Brews Festival Live!
Cool Music Network and the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival will be providing festival fans the opportunity to watch select 2010 artists via their live webcast at: http://www.cooltv_telluride.endavomedia.com/mediamanager/. Enjoy!
As always, if I can provide you with any further information on this or Telluride real estate, please give me a call at 970-728-1234 or email me at buzz@fedorka.com.
As always, if I can provide you with any further information on this or Telluride real estate, please give me a call at 970-728-1234 or email me at buzz@fedorka.com.
Friday, September 10, 2010
An Update from Telski and Dave Riley
Telski Preparing for the 2010/2011 Ski Season with Numerous Improvements
For several years, Telski has focused on large capital improvements to enhance the ski area, by expanding both terrain and dining options (such as Revelation Bowl, the stairway to the Gold Hill Chutes, Alpino Vino, and the Hop Garden). For the upcoming season, the staff members and management group at Telluride Ski and Golf are busy working to improve the on-mountain experience. Below are some of these projects:
* Upgraded online sales systems and email systems
* Allred’s is getting new custom carpet this fall, as well as four large new elk antler chandeliers
in the main dining room and a new flat screen TV in the bar area
* Alpino Vino is getting new outdoor electric radiant heaters for the deck
* The Hop Garden is getting new outdoor electric radiant heaters for the patio, additional outdoor furniture, and new beer lines which will be run underground from the Plaza building to the outdoor bar so they can offer 8 varieties on tap outside
* Numerous projects are being completed on the chairlifts to reduce down-time
* A new 12-person heated and enclosed snowcat "people hauler" trailer has been purchased, to
use for periodic dinners at Alpino Vino
* Significant brush-cutting is happening this fall on the north side slopes
* New gladed ski runs are being developed. Below is a list of areas Telski hopes to complete before the weather turns:
A. Skier’s left of Silver Tip (5)
B. Skier’s right of Henry’s Run (5)
C. Lower Terminal Role (12)
D. Skier’s right of Stella (12)
E. Skier’s right of Upper Sandia (12)
F. Skier’s right of Log Pile (9)
G. Skier’s left of Joint Point (9)
* Telski will have several new features/jibs for terrain parks
* Pumping capacity is being doubled in the Misty Maiden pumphouse, which will enhance the
speed of snowmaking in chair 4, 5 and 6 pods
* A new women’s boutique called "The Swanky Buckle" will open in Mountain Village
* A new print gallery called "Gold Hill Gallery" will open in Mountain Village
* New Nastar buildings for the top and bottom of the race course are being constructed.
It promises to be a beautiful ski season! As always, please feel free to contact me for more information on this or Telluride real estate at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
For several years, Telski has focused on large capital improvements to enhance the ski area, by expanding both terrain and dining options (such as Revelation Bowl, the stairway to the Gold Hill Chutes, Alpino Vino, and the Hop Garden). For the upcoming season, the staff members and management group at Telluride Ski and Golf are busy working to improve the on-mountain experience. Below are some of these projects:
* Upgraded online sales systems and email systems
* Allred’s is getting new custom carpet this fall, as well as four large new elk antler chandeliers
in the main dining room and a new flat screen TV in the bar area
* Alpino Vino is getting new outdoor electric radiant heaters for the deck
* The Hop Garden is getting new outdoor electric radiant heaters for the patio, additional outdoor furniture, and new beer lines which will be run underground from the Plaza building to the outdoor bar so they can offer 8 varieties on tap outside
* Numerous projects are being completed on the chairlifts to reduce down-time
* A new 12-person heated and enclosed snowcat "people hauler" trailer has been purchased, to
use for periodic dinners at Alpino Vino
* Significant brush-cutting is happening this fall on the north side slopes
* New gladed ski runs are being developed. Below is a list of areas Telski hopes to complete before the weather turns:
A. Skier’s left of Silver Tip (5)
B. Skier’s right of Henry’s Run (5)
C. Lower Terminal Role (12)
D. Skier’s right of Stella (12)
E. Skier’s right of Upper Sandia (12)
F. Skier’s right of Log Pile (9)
G. Skier’s left of Joint Point (9)
* Telski will have several new features/jibs for terrain parks
* Pumping capacity is being doubled in the Misty Maiden pumphouse, which will enhance the
speed of snowmaking in chair 4, 5 and 6 pods
* A new women’s boutique called "The Swanky Buckle" will open in Mountain Village
* A new print gallery called "Gold Hill Gallery" will open in Mountain Village
* New Nastar buildings for the top and bottom of the race course are being constructed.
It promises to be a beautiful ski season! As always, please feel free to contact me for more information on this or Telluride real estate at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Encouraging News From Telluride
The Telluride real estate marketplace has experienced a bit of a rebound in the first half of 2010. Year to date, gross dollar sales have increased 89% over that same period in 2009. Numbers of regional transactions also increased at the rate of 45%. Currently, dollar volume of sales are 55% of sales achieved in 2007, our last good real estate year pre-recession. This represents an increase of 26% when one compares 2009 sales to 2007. Sales in the region appear to be tracking better than those in Aspen where that resort’s sales have increased 22% during the same time period.
A total of 51 sales transpired in the Town of Telluride, representing total gross dollars of $54.9M YTD. A total of 72 sales occurred in the Town of Mountain Village with gross dollars of $94.6M. The remainder of San Miguel County experienced 38 sales totaling $39.7M. It appears as though the upper end of the market is garnering considerable interest. There have been a total of 29 sales in the Telluride region above $2M, with 15 sales above $4M and three transactions between $8M-$10.1M YTD. Another Mountain Village home with an asking price of $10.5M is currently under contract. These high-end sales show a dramatic improvement, as during the same period in 2009 there were only 13 sales above $2M.
While we do not anticipate a boom cycle on the near horizon, this data seems to indicate a strong renewed interest in investment in the Telluride lifestyle with its limited, high-quality inventory. The catalyst for stronger sales has been a willingness by some sellers to accept price levels 25-30% below the market highs of 2007. Those sellers are not necessarily in "must sell" situations, but are oftentimes seeking liquidity for alternative investments. Investors are gravitating to discounted "Grade A" properties and seem to be avoiding a limited number of problematic foreclosure and short sale scenarios.
With the velocity of sales increasing, it is likely that a "bottom" has been reached and sellers will over time resist these deeper discounts, and the market will respond with gentle appreciation. Those sellers who have held firm with price structure must remain patient, but oddly have contributed to "setting the bottom," and will influence the rise in future values. With 12 homes transacted in the past 120 days at $800-$1,075 PSF, this cycle is likely in motion.
A total of 51 sales transpired in the Town of Telluride, representing total gross dollars of $54.9M YTD. A total of 72 sales occurred in the Town of Mountain Village with gross dollars of $94.6M. The remainder of San Miguel County experienced 38 sales totaling $39.7M. It appears as though the upper end of the market is garnering considerable interest. There have been a total of 29 sales in the Telluride region above $2M, with 15 sales above $4M and three transactions between $8M-$10.1M YTD. Another Mountain Village home with an asking price of $10.5M is currently under contract. These high-end sales show a dramatic improvement, as during the same period in 2009 there were only 13 sales above $2M.
While we do not anticipate a boom cycle on the near horizon, this data seems to indicate a strong renewed interest in investment in the Telluride lifestyle with its limited, high-quality inventory. The catalyst for stronger sales has been a willingness by some sellers to accept price levels 25-30% below the market highs of 2007. Those sellers are not necessarily in "must sell" situations, but are oftentimes seeking liquidity for alternative investments. Investors are gravitating to discounted "Grade A" properties and seem to be avoiding a limited number of problematic foreclosure and short sale scenarios.
With the velocity of sales increasing, it is likely that a "bottom" has been reached and sellers will over time resist these deeper discounts, and the market will respond with gentle appreciation. Those sellers who have held firm with price structure must remain patient, but oddly have contributed to "setting the bottom," and will influence the rise in future values. With 12 homes transacted in the past 120 days at $800-$1,075 PSF, this cycle is likely in motion.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Full Tilt Returns to Mountain Village 8/20-8/22
Town of Mountain Village News Release:
Cross-country. Hill Climb. Downhill. Super-D. That’s right, Full Tilt returns to Mountain Village as part of the Mountain States Cup Race Series, the largest full-discipline (endurance and gravity) race series in the United States.
As its host, Mountain Village is amped to be stop number seven, August 20 through August 22. To kickoff the weekend events, riders will compete in the Cross-Country and Super-D races. Then on Sunday, participants will vie for the win in two race disciplines: Hill Climb and Downhill. Both the Downhill and Cross-Country events are qualifiers for the 2011 USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Championships. The cost to compete ranges from $25 to $55 depending on the event, category and class.
As for the race course terrain, riders can expect some surprises in all disciplines. Over the past two years, the Town of Mountain has added new bike trails to its inventory, and most recently built the Mountain Village Bike Park which has caught the attention of gravity junkies alike.“We are looking forward to featuring the newly constructed Mountain Village Bike Park to the dedicated athletes in this industry,” said Recreation Director Tony Forrest. “And to boot, we have mapped out cross-country courses that are brand new to Full Tilt and its participants. Without a doubt, every rider is in for a treat.”
For interested racers, the best way to register for the event is online at racemsc.com. The online registration deadline is Thursday, August 19 at 7 a.m. Printable forms are also available for download on the Mountain States Cup Web site; forms may be e-mailed to info@racemsc.com no later than Wednesday, August 18 at 5 p.m. No faxes, please. On-site registration will be available at the Hope Garden in Mountain Village beginning Friday, August 20. Again, for all registration details, visit Mountain States Cup Web site at racemsc.com.
For riders needing a comfortable place to stay, Cappella Telluride, the Inn at Lost Creek, The Peaks Resort & Spa, and the Mountain Lodge at Telluride are offering Full Tilt-only discounted lodging packages. And for a cool drink, Colorado Native will be pouring samples of its beer as a proud sponsor of Mountain States Cup. Redeem coupons for a free beer at the Hop Garden Saturday, August 21 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Riders must be 21 or over to participate in the Colorado Native sampling.
For those who can’t make the event, the Town of Mountain Village and LiveSauce will provide live race coverage via the Web Saturday and Sunday at townofmountainvillage.com/FullTiltLive; broadcast times will be noted. Spectators who want to not only watch all the action in person but also participate on foot, Yeti Cycles and the town are recruiting volunteer course marshals. Volunteer hours are Friday, August 20 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, August 21 and Sunday, August 22 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full or half-day shifts are available.
For more information or to sign up to volunteer, call (970) 369-8236. Lunch and a Full Tilt T-shirt will be provided to those who volunteer at least four hours of service.
To make the Full Tilt event possible, Mountain Village has teamed up with the event’s production crew and organizer Bigfoot Productions and Yeti Cycles. Bigfoot was established in 2006 in conjunction with Yeti Cycles to expand and improve the Mountain States Cup Series and promote bike industry involvement in racing. In addition, this event is made possible with the support of local business sponsors including (in alphabetical order) BootDoctors & Paragon Sports, Capella Telluride, DAKINE, Diggity Doggs, Mountain Lodge at Telluride, Mountain Village Bike Park, San Miguel Bike Alliance, SUNRISE, Telluride Daily Planet, Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association, Telluride Ski & Golf Company, Telluride Sports, The Peaks Resort & Spa, and the Town of Mountain Village. For more Full Tilt information, including race course details and the event schedule, please review the complete news release.
For more information on regional events, or Telluride real estate, please feel free to contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
Cross-country. Hill Climb. Downhill. Super-D. That’s right, Full Tilt returns to Mountain Village as part of the Mountain States Cup Race Series, the largest full-discipline (endurance and gravity) race series in the United States.
As its host, Mountain Village is amped to be stop number seven, August 20 through August 22. To kickoff the weekend events, riders will compete in the Cross-Country and Super-D races. Then on Sunday, participants will vie for the win in two race disciplines: Hill Climb and Downhill. Both the Downhill and Cross-Country events are qualifiers for the 2011 USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Championships. The cost to compete ranges from $25 to $55 depending on the event, category and class.
As for the race course terrain, riders can expect some surprises in all disciplines. Over the past two years, the Town of Mountain has added new bike trails to its inventory, and most recently built the Mountain Village Bike Park which has caught the attention of gravity junkies alike.“We are looking forward to featuring the newly constructed Mountain Village Bike Park to the dedicated athletes in this industry,” said Recreation Director Tony Forrest. “And to boot, we have mapped out cross-country courses that are brand new to Full Tilt and its participants. Without a doubt, every rider is in for a treat.”
For interested racers, the best way to register for the event is online at racemsc.com. The online registration deadline is Thursday, August 19 at 7 a.m. Printable forms are also available for download on the Mountain States Cup Web site; forms may be e-mailed to info@racemsc.com no later than Wednesday, August 18 at 5 p.m. No faxes, please. On-site registration will be available at the Hope Garden in Mountain Village beginning Friday, August 20. Again, for all registration details, visit Mountain States Cup Web site at racemsc.com.
For riders needing a comfortable place to stay, Cappella Telluride, the Inn at Lost Creek, The Peaks Resort & Spa, and the Mountain Lodge at Telluride are offering Full Tilt-only discounted lodging packages. And for a cool drink, Colorado Native will be pouring samples of its beer as a proud sponsor of Mountain States Cup. Redeem coupons for a free beer at the Hop Garden Saturday, August 21 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Riders must be 21 or over to participate in the Colorado Native sampling.
For those who can’t make the event, the Town of Mountain Village and LiveSauce will provide live race coverage via the Web Saturday and Sunday at townofmountainvillage.com/FullTiltLive; broadcast times will be noted. Spectators who want to not only watch all the action in person but also participate on foot, Yeti Cycles and the town are recruiting volunteer course marshals. Volunteer hours are Friday, August 20 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, August 21 and Sunday, August 22 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full or half-day shifts are available.
For more information or to sign up to volunteer, call (970) 369-8236. Lunch and a Full Tilt T-shirt will be provided to those who volunteer at least four hours of service.
To make the Full Tilt event possible, Mountain Village has teamed up with the event’s production crew and organizer Bigfoot Productions and Yeti Cycles. Bigfoot was established in 2006 in conjunction with Yeti Cycles to expand and improve the Mountain States Cup Series and promote bike industry involvement in racing. In addition, this event is made possible with the support of local business sponsors including (in alphabetical order) BootDoctors & Paragon Sports, Capella Telluride, DAKINE, Diggity Doggs, Mountain Lodge at Telluride, Mountain Village Bike Park, San Miguel Bike Alliance, SUNRISE, Telluride Daily Planet, Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association, Telluride Ski & Golf Company, Telluride Sports, The Peaks Resort & Spa, and the Town of Mountain Village. For more Full Tilt information, including race course details and the event schedule, please review the complete news release.
For more information on regional events, or Telluride real estate, please feel free to contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
New! Telluride 365 iPhone App
Telluride 365 iPhone app now available on iTunes.
In Telluride 365, Sarah Wetzel Reiss takes you on a game-for-anything romp through one of the country’s most inviting four-seasons getaways with stops in tried-and-true hangouts and tips on getting the most out of Telluride’s and Mountain Village’s full-year of festivals.
You'll love Sarah's tips on where to find the best artisan chocolates, how to pack for the Bluegrass Festival, where to reserve a table for two for a romantic dinner, and the best vantage points for New Year’s Eve fireworks.
Sarah created this Telluride app from the ground up by collaborating with long-time locals to collect a broad cross-section of insider favorites and compiling them in a fun and spirited guide to the best that Telluride and Mountain Village have to offer. Telluride 365 isn’t just a print guide slapped into an app skin; instead, it’s full of fun and concise original content written with the on-the-go user in mind. Whether you’re standing on the sunny side of main street surfing for a great lunch spot, or lying on your couch planning a day on the slopes, this simple but powerful app will lead you by the hand and provide exactly the right information in no time.
Telluride 365 condenses the towns’ under the radar opportunities into 150 top restaurants, hidden lodging gems, and must-do activities, and gives users access to over 950 color photos. This visually rich app is full of insider tips for locals and first-time visitors.
The engaging and easy-to-navigate features include:
• Photo slideshows for each entry, so that you know what you’re getting before you go.
• Concise, original text informed by Telluride locals.
• Entries filtered by useful criteria like Great Local Food, Fun in the Outdoors, Outfitters Gear, Kid Stuff, Nightlife, Where to Sleep, and more.
• Entries sortable by name, distance, price and neighborhood.
• One-click Web site and phone interface to buy tickets, peruse current menus, and more.
• Google maps with walking and driving directions for each entry.
• Podcasts featuring Sarah’s favorite restaurants, businesses and festival tips.
• Over 100MB of offline content that you can access anytime without an Internet connection.
• Direct links to Wikipedia, Yelp reviews or establishment’s Web sites (whichever is most useful to the user).
• The ability to share user comments and mark and save favorites.
• Fast browsing.
Check it out; at $2.99 it costs way less than a latte and it will last much longer! Buy it once and get free upgrades for life.
Who is Sarah Reiss, the author? Sarah Wetzel Reiss is a food, travel and lifestyle writer with over 100 articles in print on destinations from Big Bear to Barbados. She is a member of The Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and makes life on the road look like a walk in the park. In addition to Telluride 365, Sarah is the author of Jacksonville Essential Guide iPhone app, Insiders' Guide: Jacksonville, 3rd ed. (Globe Pequot) - available on www.amazon.com - and two blogs: Puddle Jumping (www.sarahreiss.wordpress.com) and City Dish (www.CityDish.net). Her columns - "In Store", "The Thoughtful Traveler" and "10 Reasons to Love" - have appeared in magazines and newspapers from Palm Springs to Princeton. Sarah has been visiting Telluride since 1990 and counts it among her favorite spots in the country. To learn more about Sarah, visit www.sarahreiss.com.
To purchase the Telluride 365 iTunes app, visit http://sutromedia.com/apps/Telluride_365.
For more information on the Telluride area, or Telluride real estate, please contact me at buzz@fedorka.com or 970-728-1234.
In Telluride 365, Sarah Wetzel Reiss takes you on a game-for-anything romp through one of the country’s most inviting four-seasons getaways with stops in tried-and-true hangouts and tips on getting the most out of Telluride’s and Mountain Village’s full-year of festivals.
You'll love Sarah's tips on where to find the best artisan chocolates, how to pack for the Bluegrass Festival, where to reserve a table for two for a romantic dinner, and the best vantage points for New Year’s Eve fireworks.
Sarah created this Telluride app from the ground up by collaborating with long-time locals to collect a broad cross-section of insider favorites and compiling them in a fun and spirited guide to the best that Telluride and Mountain Village have to offer. Telluride 365 isn’t just a print guide slapped into an app skin; instead, it’s full of fun and concise original content written with the on-the-go user in mind. Whether you’re standing on the sunny side of main street surfing for a great lunch spot, or lying on your couch planning a day on the slopes, this simple but powerful app will lead you by the hand and provide exactly the right information in no time.
Telluride 365 condenses the towns’ under the radar opportunities into 150 top restaurants, hidden lodging gems, and must-do activities, and gives users access to over 950 color photos. This visually rich app is full of insider tips for locals and first-time visitors.
The engaging and easy-to-navigate features include:
• Photo slideshows for each entry, so that you know what you’re getting before you go.
• Concise, original text informed by Telluride locals.
• Entries filtered by useful criteria like Great Local Food, Fun in the Outdoors, Outfitters Gear, Kid Stuff, Nightlife, Where to Sleep, and more.
• Entries sortable by name, distance, price and neighborhood.
• One-click Web site and phone interface to buy tickets, peruse current menus, and more.
• Google maps with walking and driving directions for each entry.
• Podcasts featuring Sarah’s favorite restaurants, businesses and festival tips.
• Over 100MB of offline content that you can access anytime without an Internet connection.
• Direct links to Wikipedia, Yelp reviews or establishment’s Web sites (whichever is most useful to the user).
• The ability to share user comments and mark and save favorites.
• Fast browsing.
Check it out; at $2.99 it costs way less than a latte and it will last much longer! Buy it once and get free upgrades for life.
Who is Sarah Reiss, the author? Sarah Wetzel Reiss is a food, travel and lifestyle writer with over 100 articles in print on destinations from Big Bear to Barbados. She is a member of The Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and makes life on the road look like a walk in the park. In addition to Telluride 365, Sarah is the author of Jacksonville Essential Guide iPhone app, Insiders' Guide: Jacksonville, 3rd ed. (Globe Pequot) - available on www.amazon.com - and two blogs: Puddle Jumping (www.sarahreiss.wordpress.com) and City Dish (www.CityDish.net). Her columns - "In Store", "The Thoughtful Traveler" and "10 Reasons to Love" - have appeared in magazines and newspapers from Palm Springs to Princeton. Sarah has been visiting Telluride since 1990 and counts it among her favorite spots in the country. To learn more about Sarah, visit www.sarahreiss.com.
To purchase the Telluride 365 iTunes app, visit http://sutromedia.com/apps/Telluride_365.
For more information on the Telluride area, or Telluride real estate, please contact me at buzz@fedorka.com or 970-728-1234.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Telluride Festival of the Arts Early Bird Specials!
From TMVOA:
Telluride Festival of the Arts
Celebrating Visual and Culinary Arts
August 13, 14, 15, 2010
The 2010 Telluride Festival of the Arts will once again delight both food and art lovers alike. Culinary enthusiasts and fine art aficionados come together to share a common passion for food, art and entertainment in Telluride Mountain Village, CO.
Highlights of the 2010 festival include the signature Grand Tasting and a nationally juried fine arts exhibit organized by the producers of the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, one of the nation's most well known and competitive juried arts festivals.
EARLY BIRD SPECIALS!
Grand Tasting with poster offer: Early bird pricing $80 until midnight August 11, $90 thereafter and on-site. This package includes rolled event poster of your choice: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 or 2010.
The Grand Tasting is the Festival's signature event! Enjoy the remarkable tastes of local restaurants, breweries, fine wineries and spirits for an evening of culinary and social celebration! First 400 online ticket buyers guaranteed very special commemorative wine glass.
IMPORTANT: Please note that TFA will be selling tickets on Oak Street at Station Telluride Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 8/9, 8/10, 8/11. TFA will continue selling tickets 8/12 -- 8/14 in Mountain Village at the base of the stairs at the Heritage Plaza Gondola Station.
Click here for the 2010 TFA final schedule of events
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TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE OWNERS ASSOCIATION
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For information on this event or Telluride real estate, please contact me at buzz@fedorka.com or 970-728-1234.
Telluride Festival of the Arts
Celebrating Visual and Culinary Arts
August 13, 14, 15, 2010
The 2010 Telluride Festival of the Arts will once again delight both food and art lovers alike. Culinary enthusiasts and fine art aficionados come together to share a common passion for food, art and entertainment in Telluride Mountain Village, CO.
Highlights of the 2010 festival include the signature Grand Tasting and a nationally juried fine arts exhibit organized by the producers of the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, one of the nation's most well known and competitive juried arts festivals.
EARLY BIRD SPECIALS!
Grand Tasting with poster offer: Early bird pricing $80 until midnight August 11, $90 thereafter and on-site. This package includes rolled event poster of your choice: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 or 2010.
The Grand Tasting is the Festival's signature event! Enjoy the remarkable tastes of local restaurants, breweries, fine wineries and spirits for an evening of culinary and social celebration! First 400 online ticket buyers guaranteed very special commemorative wine glass.
IMPORTANT: Please note that TFA will be selling tickets on Oak Street at Station Telluride Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 8/9, 8/10, 8/11. TFA will continue selling tickets 8/12 -- 8/14 in Mountain Village at the base of the stairs at the Heritage Plaza Gondola Station.
Click here for the 2010 TFA final schedule of events
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TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE OWNERS ASSOCIATION
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For information on this event or Telluride real estate, please contact me at buzz@fedorka.com or 970-728-1234.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Great Deal on Lumiere from Ski.com!
Visit Ski.com to view this incredible deal on lodging at the Lumiere Hotel in Telluride this early winter. Here are the details on this opportunity:
Available 11/25/2010 to 12/17/2010
From $696 per person
Early Booking Special - 4th night free
4 nights lodging, 2 bedroom
3-day lift tickets
Must book by 11/15/2010.
Quad occupancy - price per person (Price range reflects mid-week / weekend / seasonal travel. All packages subject to availability.) Discounted coach and business class air is available from most North American cities - please call Ski.com for a fare quote.
Of course, if during your stay, you decide you might like to own a little piece of Telluride, please call me about Telluride real estate at 970-728-1234 or email buzz@fedorka.com. Ski season is only 65 days away!!
Available 11/25/2010 to 12/17/2010
From $696 per person
Early Booking Special - 4th night free
4 nights lodging, 2 bedroom
3-day lift tickets
Must book by 11/15/2010.
Quad occupancy - price per person (Price range reflects mid-week / weekend / seasonal travel. All packages subject to availability.) Discounted coach and business class air is available from most North American cities - please call Ski.com for a fare quote.
Of course, if during your stay, you decide you might like to own a little piece of Telluride, please call me about Telluride real estate at 970-728-1234 or email buzz@fedorka.com. Ski season is only 65 days away!!
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
World Wine Tasting and Telluride Top Chef Competition to Benefit One to One
~ August 19th, 6-9 PM, at the Peaks ~
~ Your $65 ticket includes an inspired tasting menu created to accompany reds and whites sourced from the U.S., France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina and Chile ~
~ Live music by Colorado's Singer-Songwriter of the Year, ROB DRABKIN ~
~ All proceeds to benefit One to One San Miguel mentoring program ~
~ Tickets are available at Telluride Bottle Works. Call 970-728-0885 for more information or ticket delivery ~
If I can provide you with more information about this event, the Telluride region in general, or Telluride real estate, please give me a call at 970-728-1234 or email me at buzz@fedorka.com.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Telluride Real Estate Market Update June 2010
The numbers came in this week from our consulting company for the month of June, and although there have been pretty significant improvements month-to-month comparing 2010 to 2009, in the month of June, our count on transactions was actually the same as 2009, at 26 transactions, and the dollar volume was down by 4%. Out of the 26 transactions, eight were bank-owned sales, and a couple of others were short sales. This is the highest number of bank-owned sales in any month over the last two years.
So far this year, 16 homes have sold in Mountain Village, and two more are under contract, which is quite impressive, compared to selling only 10 all year in 2009, however many of the homes are transacting for as much as 30% off what the original asking prices were.
Please feel free to contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com if I can provide you with any further information about Telluride's real estate market.
So far this year, 16 homes have sold in Mountain Village, and two more are under contract, which is quite impressive, compared to selling only 10 all year in 2009, however many of the homes are transacting for as much as 30% off what the original asking prices were.
Please feel free to contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com if I can provide you with any further information about Telluride's real estate market.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Enjoy The Sunset Grill During The Sunset Concert Series
At The Inn At Lost Creek in Mountain Village, the Sunset Grill is a special event restaurant and picnic take-out open each Wednesday from July 7th to August 25, 2010 that transforms the terrace of the 9545 restaurant into an outdoor grilling event with al fresco dining. Chef Omar Collazo along with his team will be serving up a special grilled menu featuring:
• Chicken Pinchos with Pineapple BBQ Sauce Served with Garlic Texas Toast
• Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich with Jalapeno Jack Cheese & Tomatillo Jalapeno Jam
• Beef Tacos with Lettuce, Shredded Cheese, Pico de Gallo and Sour Cream
• Adobo Roasted Pork Sandwich with Jalapeno Cheese Fondue
• Grilled Chimmechurri Portobello Mushroom Burger with Goat Cheese and Roasted Peppers
2010 Telluride Summer Concert Series Musical line-up:
• July 14 Duwayne Burnside
• July 21 Corey Harris
• July 28 Dangermuffin
• Aug 4 Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars
• Aug 11 Marco Benevento Trio
• Aug 18 These United States
• Aug 25 Jim Lauderdale Band
For more information on Telluride events and Telluride real estate, please feel free to contact me at buzz@fedorka.com or 970-728-1234
• Chicken Pinchos with Pineapple BBQ Sauce Served with Garlic Texas Toast
• Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich with Jalapeno Jack Cheese & Tomatillo Jalapeno Jam
• Beef Tacos with Lettuce, Shredded Cheese, Pico de Gallo and Sour Cream
• Adobo Roasted Pork Sandwich with Jalapeno Cheese Fondue
• Grilled Chimmechurri Portobello Mushroom Burger with Goat Cheese and Roasted Peppers
2010 Telluride Summer Concert Series Musical line-up:
• July 14 Duwayne Burnside
• July 21 Corey Harris
• July 28 Dangermuffin
• Aug 4 Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars
• Aug 11 Marco Benevento Trio
• Aug 18 These United States
• Aug 25 Jim Lauderdale Band
For more information on Telluride events and Telluride real estate, please feel free to contact me at buzz@fedorka.com or 970-728-1234
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Telluride Festival of the Arts - August 13-15
Telluride Festival of the Arts
Celebrating Visual and Culinary Arts
August 13, 14, 15, 2010
The 2010 Telluride Festival of the Arts will once again delight both food and art lovers alike. Culinary enthusiasts and fine art aficionados come together to share a common passion for food, art and entertainment in Telluride Mountain Village, CO. Highlights of the 2010 festival include the signature Grand Tasting and a nationally juried fine arts exhibit organized by the producers of the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, one of the nation's most well known and competitive juried arts festivals.
EARLY BIRD SPECIALS!
Grand Tasting with poster offer: Early bird pricing $80 until midnight August 11, $90 thereafter and on-site. This package includes rolled event poster of your choice: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 or 2010.
The Grand Tasting is the Festival's signature event! Enjoy the remarkable tastes of local restaurants, breweries, fine wineries and spirits for an evening of culinary and social celebration! First 400 online ticket buyers guaranteed very special commemorative wine glass.
INFO AND TICKETS: http://www.TellurideFest.com and http://www.Facebook.com/TellurideFest
Come join us! For more information on Telluride, and Telluride real estate, please feel free to contact me at buzz@fedorka.com or 970-728-1234.
Celebrating Visual and Culinary Arts
August 13, 14, 15, 2010
The 2010 Telluride Festival of the Arts will once again delight both food and art lovers alike. Culinary enthusiasts and fine art aficionados come together to share a common passion for food, art and entertainment in Telluride Mountain Village, CO. Highlights of the 2010 festival include the signature Grand Tasting and a nationally juried fine arts exhibit organized by the producers of the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, one of the nation's most well known and competitive juried arts festivals.
EARLY BIRD SPECIALS!
Grand Tasting with poster offer: Early bird pricing $80 until midnight August 11, $90 thereafter and on-site. This package includes rolled event poster of your choice: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 or 2010.
The Grand Tasting is the Festival's signature event! Enjoy the remarkable tastes of local restaurants, breweries, fine wineries and spirits for an evening of culinary and social celebration! First 400 online ticket buyers guaranteed very special commemorative wine glass.
INFO AND TICKETS: http://www.TellurideFest.com and http://www.Facebook.com/TellurideFest
Come join us! For more information on Telluride, and Telluride real estate, please feel free to contact me at buzz@fedorka.com or 970-728-1234.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Telluride Named One of Country’s Most Charming Small Towns
As reported on the Telluride Ski Resort website:
TripAdvisor, a leading online resource for travel reviews and recommendations, named Telluride as one of the most charming small towns in the U.S. The only town in Colorado to be selected, Telluride joins the ranks at number four out of 10 towns selected in the 2010 assessment.
• The 10 charming small towns selected this year include (in order from number ten): Galena, Ill.; Cold Spring, N.Y.; Camden, Maine; Rockport, Mass.; Fredericksburg, Texas; Hood River, Ore.; Telluride, Colo.; Charlottesville, Va.; Traverse City, Mich.: and Carmel, Calif.
• Selected towns are chosen based on popularity among TripAdvisor editors and users.
• Telluride, a historic mining town located in southwest Colorado, is known for its unique and picturesque location in the San Juan Mountains.
• A premiere year-round destination, Telluride is a haven for travelers seeking world-class outdoor recreation, dining, accommodation, and it overflows with charm, history and beauty.
• TripAdvisor boasts more than 35 million annual reviews and recommendations.
If I can provide you with any further information on Telluride, or Telluride real estate, please contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
TripAdvisor, a leading online resource for travel reviews and recommendations, named Telluride as one of the most charming small towns in the U.S. The only town in Colorado to be selected, Telluride joins the ranks at number four out of 10 towns selected in the 2010 assessment.
• The 10 charming small towns selected this year include (in order from number ten): Galena, Ill.; Cold Spring, N.Y.; Camden, Maine; Rockport, Mass.; Fredericksburg, Texas; Hood River, Ore.; Telluride, Colo.; Charlottesville, Va.; Traverse City, Mich.: and Carmel, Calif.
• Selected towns are chosen based on popularity among TripAdvisor editors and users.
• Telluride, a historic mining town located in southwest Colorado, is known for its unique and picturesque location in the San Juan Mountains.
• A premiere year-round destination, Telluride is a haven for travelers seeking world-class outdoor recreation, dining, accommodation, and it overflows with charm, history and beauty.
• TripAdvisor boasts more than 35 million annual reviews and recommendations.
If I can provide you with any further information on Telluride, or Telluride real estate, please contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
TMVOA Announces 2010 Sunset Concert Series Lineup!
From TMVOA:
Announcing the 2010 Sunset Concert Series!
Every Wednesday Starting at 6:00pm, Free
July 7th - August 25th
Sunset Plaza, Mountain Village
Telluride Mountain Village, Colorado, June 10, 2010 - The Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association invites you to another season of outstanding music on the Sunset Concert Series stage. In its 11th year, the series brings an impressive lineup to town; a mix of blues, soul, reggae, psychedelic and more. The party happens at Sunset Plaza, on the lawn near Lift 1. The bands start at 6:00pm every Wednesday and they play rain or shine. All Sunset Concert Series shows are completely free and open to the public; the series is sponsored by The Peaks Resort & Spa, Capella Telluride, Inn at Lost Creek, Elevation Vacations, All Phases Event Group, The Market at Mountain Village, and lumière.
Red, White & Blues on Saturday, July 3rd at 4:00pm- The Sunset Concert Series kicks off with the annual Red, White & Blues concert on Saturday, July 3rd at 4:00pm. This year, TMVOA is proud to present Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers. In addition to live music, family-friendly activities begin at 2:00pm, including bungee trampoline, jumping castle, face painting, and the Telluride Foundation celebrates their 10th anniversary with an ice cream social benefiting the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program.
Below is an outline of the 2010 Sunset Concert Series Lineup:
July 3 Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers (Red, White & Blues: Saturday)
July 7 Steep Canyon Rangers
July 14 Duwayne Burnside
July 21 Corey Harris
July 28 Dangermuffin
Aug 4 Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars
Aug 11 Marco Benevento Trio
Aug 18 These United States
Aug 25 Jim Lauderdale Band
Please visit www.tmvoa.org for links to the band websites. Please contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com if you would like any further information, or if I can help you with any Telluride real estate needs.
Announcing the 2010 Sunset Concert Series!
Every Wednesday Starting at 6:00pm, Free
July 7th - August 25th
Sunset Plaza, Mountain Village
Telluride Mountain Village, Colorado, June 10, 2010 - The Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association invites you to another season of outstanding music on the Sunset Concert Series stage. In its 11th year, the series brings an impressive lineup to town; a mix of blues, soul, reggae, psychedelic and more. The party happens at Sunset Plaza, on the lawn near Lift 1. The bands start at 6:00pm every Wednesday and they play rain or shine. All Sunset Concert Series shows are completely free and open to the public; the series is sponsored by The Peaks Resort & Spa, Capella Telluride, Inn at Lost Creek, Elevation Vacations, All Phases Event Group, The Market at Mountain Village, and lumière.
Red, White & Blues on Saturday, July 3rd at 4:00pm- The Sunset Concert Series kicks off with the annual Red, White & Blues concert on Saturday, July 3rd at 4:00pm. This year, TMVOA is proud to present Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers. In addition to live music, family-friendly activities begin at 2:00pm, including bungee trampoline, jumping castle, face painting, and the Telluride Foundation celebrates their 10th anniversary with an ice cream social benefiting the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program.
Below is an outline of the 2010 Sunset Concert Series Lineup:
July 3 Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers (Red, White & Blues: Saturday)
July 7 Steep Canyon Rangers
July 14 Duwayne Burnside
July 21 Corey Harris
July 28 Dangermuffin
Aug 4 Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars
Aug 11 Marco Benevento Trio
Aug 18 These United States
Aug 25 Jim Lauderdale Band
Please visit www.tmvoa.org for links to the band websites. Please contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com if you would like any further information, or if I can help you with any Telluride real estate needs.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Housing Recovery Led by Five States, Including Colorado
From the Housing Predictor, LLC, June 2010:
A housing recovery is developing in five states, despite a slowdown in home sales as a result of the federal home buyers’ tax credit expiration. The states are leading the U.S. housing market out of its long lasting record downturn and are forecast to experience housing inflation for the rest of 2010.Two of the states were impacted less by casino-like lending practices that nearly led to the nation’s economy melting down as bankers sold mortgages to just about anyone who could sign their name.
The other states are on the road to recovery for reasons that include greater government intervention to manufacture a recovery in housing prices.
Following a rise in spring time home sales, the Housing Predictor forecast indicates a sluggish return to sales activity that will be hampered by the Gulf Coast oil disaster, and the expiration of the federal tax credit. But the impact of the oil spill will have little direct consequence on housing markets far away from the Gulf Coast.
Two states that were largely spared from disastrous affects of fall-out from the mortgage crisis are projected to increase slowly over the rest of the year. North Dakota and South Dakota, which experienced little subprime and Alt-A mortgage lending during the real estate boom, are projected to sustain levels of appreciation. North Dakota is forecast to improve 4.2% in average housing values. South Dakota is projected to see an average boost of 3.9%.
The levels of forecast appreciation in many of the markets also demonstrate a strong move towards stabilization in housing markets in less populated areas of the country, where bankers did not sell as many Alt-A and subprime mortgages. However, three other states with larger population bases are also forecast to have stronger appreciation to lead the nation out of its housing downturn.
The country’s most populated state, California, which has an economy that alone would stand as the tenth largest in the world, Virginia and Colorado are projected to see better home prices through the rest of 2010. California is being boosted by a special $10,000 state tax credit for anyone buying a home.
Communities outside of Washington D.C., in Virginia are experiencing higher home sales as a result of good paying government jobs in the nation's capitol. In Colorado, the economy is improving, particularly in the Denver area, where businesses are hiring back employees, and many new companies are relocating to the area.
If I can provide you any further information about the real estate market in Telluride, Colorado, please give me a call at 970-728-1234, or an email at buzz@fedorka.com.
A housing recovery is developing in five states, despite a slowdown in home sales as a result of the federal home buyers’ tax credit expiration. The states are leading the U.S. housing market out of its long lasting record downturn and are forecast to experience housing inflation for the rest of 2010.Two of the states were impacted less by casino-like lending practices that nearly led to the nation’s economy melting down as bankers sold mortgages to just about anyone who could sign their name.
The other states are on the road to recovery for reasons that include greater government intervention to manufacture a recovery in housing prices.
Following a rise in spring time home sales, the Housing Predictor forecast indicates a sluggish return to sales activity that will be hampered by the Gulf Coast oil disaster, and the expiration of the federal tax credit. But the impact of the oil spill will have little direct consequence on housing markets far away from the Gulf Coast.
Two states that were largely spared from disastrous affects of fall-out from the mortgage crisis are projected to increase slowly over the rest of the year. North Dakota and South Dakota, which experienced little subprime and Alt-A mortgage lending during the real estate boom, are projected to sustain levels of appreciation. North Dakota is forecast to improve 4.2% in average housing values. South Dakota is projected to see an average boost of 3.9%.
The levels of forecast appreciation in many of the markets also demonstrate a strong move towards stabilization in housing markets in less populated areas of the country, where bankers did not sell as many Alt-A and subprime mortgages. However, three other states with larger population bases are also forecast to have stronger appreciation to lead the nation out of its housing downturn.
The country’s most populated state, California, which has an economy that alone would stand as the tenth largest in the world, Virginia and Colorado are projected to see better home prices through the rest of 2010. California is being boosted by a special $10,000 state tax credit for anyone buying a home.
Communities outside of Washington D.C., in Virginia are experiencing higher home sales as a result of good paying government jobs in the nation's capitol. In Colorado, the economy is improving, particularly in the Denver area, where businesses are hiring back employees, and many new companies are relocating to the area.
If I can provide you any further information about the real estate market in Telluride, Colorado, please give me a call at 970-728-1234, or an email at buzz@fedorka.com.
Monday, June 21, 2010
May Numbers are in and They Are Good!
We just got the reports in from Telluride Consulting for the county-wide sales numbers and volume for the month of May. In terms of dollar volume, we’re up 165% over May of 2009, and in terms of the count of transactions we’re up by 155% for the same time period. Year-to-date, dollar volume is up 122%, and count of sales is up 59%. The most active category is Mountain Village single-family homes.
We typically think about our summer season getting kicked off with the Bluegrass Festival, which ended yesterday. However, this off-season proved to be particularly busy. You are able to buy real estate at unprecedented prices; in some cases you are paying what real estate cost a decade ago. I think this is profound, because there is a very finite amount of real estate that can be built, either in the historic Town of Telluride or in Mountain Village. Of course, the town is in a box canyon, surrounded by Forest Service land, and Mountain Village also has a finite amount of land and a limited amount of zoning. It’s also surrounded by National Forest.
Next weekend will be the Food & Wine Festival. This year’s lineup will include some of the top chefs from around the nation, and wines from around the world. This would be a great festival to drop in on for a long weekend. I hope you will visit this summer! When Mary and I recently returned from a trip, and turned into the main entry to Mountain Village, the extraordinary green foliage and the mountain backdrop reminded us how lucky we are to be able to spend our summers here in Telluride. If you would like information about Telluride or Mountain Village real estate, please give me a call or drop a line.
We typically think about our summer season getting kicked off with the Bluegrass Festival, which ended yesterday. However, this off-season proved to be particularly busy. You are able to buy real estate at unprecedented prices; in some cases you are paying what real estate cost a decade ago. I think this is profound, because there is a very finite amount of real estate that can be built, either in the historic Town of Telluride or in Mountain Village. Of course, the town is in a box canyon, surrounded by Forest Service land, and Mountain Village also has a finite amount of land and a limited amount of zoning. It’s also surrounded by National Forest.
Next weekend will be the Food & Wine Festival. This year’s lineup will include some of the top chefs from around the nation, and wines from around the world. This would be a great festival to drop in on for a long weekend. I hope you will visit this summer! When Mary and I recently returned from a trip, and turned into the main entry to Mountain Village, the extraordinary green foliage and the mountain backdrop reminded us how lucky we are to be able to spend our summers here in Telluride. If you would like information about Telluride or Mountain Village real estate, please give me a call or drop a line.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Welcome, Festival Season!
From the Telluride Tourism Board, upcoming festivals in Telluride in June include:
June 17-20: Telluride Bluegrass Festival. The Telluride Bluegrass Festival features four days of bluegrass music on the stage in Telluride Town Park.
The 2010 Bluegrass Festival lineup includes Lyle Lovett; Court Yard Hounds; Alison Krauss & Union Station, featuring Jerry Douglas; Sam Bush Band; Béla Fleck; Zakir Hussain and Edgar Meyer; Yonder Mountain String Band; Telluride House Band, featuring Sam, Béla, Jerry, Edgar, Bryan and Stuart; Del McCoury Band; Hot Rize; Leftover Salmon; Tim O'Brien Band; Dave Rawlings Machine; Jerry Douglas; Josh Ritter and The Royal City Band; Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile; Peter Rowan; Carolina Chocolate Drops; John Cowan Band Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros; Imelda May; Cadillac Sky; Mumford & Sons; The Drepung Monks; Väsen; Sarah Jarosz; The Hillbenders; and many more.
June 23-July 3: Telluride Musicfest. For those with different musical inclinations, Telluride Musicfest presents chamber music in its intended form—first-class musicians performing in an intimate home environment. With scores from Tchaikovsky, Schumann, Shostakovich, Faure, Schubert, Rachmaninoff, Shostakovich, Mozart and other composers, musicians from around the world will share their harmony of sounds.
June 24-27: Telluride Wine Festival. Pairing the beauty of the mountains with indulgence of fine wines, Telluride Wine Festival features winemakers' luncheons, cooking demonstrations, reserve programs, seminars and tastings for novices and experts alike. On Friday and Saturday, there is also music scheduled in Telluride Town Park. This year's performers are Jackie Green and Jason Isbell on Friday and DeVotchka and Blitzen Trapper on Saturday.
June 29 - July 4: Telluride Plein-Air. June’s final festival captures the light and majestic scenery of the region with Telluride Plein-Air, an opportunity to observe some of the nation's top artists as they capture the area's majestic mountain views, historic downtown Telluride and other captivating local settings.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
News from Telluride!
Hello from Telluride!
Last week, we received San Miguel County real estate data from our source at Telluride Consulting. In April 2010, sales in the county were up by 350% in dollar volume and 23% in count of sales compared with April 2009. Year-to-date dollar volume has increased by 114% and count of sales by 45% compared with the same time period in 2009. March was also a very positive month, with sales up by 120% in dollar volume and by 39% in count compared with the same month in 2009.
The most active category was Mountain Village homes. In 2008, only 10 homes were sold, in 2009 that doubled, with 20 homes selling, and in 2010 it is remarkable that 11 homes have sold thus far with another 4 homes contracted. This is an interesting contrast to the first quarter of home sales in 2009 which were virtually zero. Many motivated buyers have obviously moved to acquire homes at the newly downward-adjusted prices. We are seeing that dollar volume and sales counts for the last quarter of 2009 and first quarter of 2010 are up significantly. April shows that we are off to an excellent start for the second quarter of 2010. There is also a substantial inventory of Mountain Village condos slated to close in the upcoming months.
In the historic Town of Telluride, there are $53 million worth of pre-sold Element 52 condominiums that will begin closing in June as the buildings are completed. The balance of these condos will close in July and August.
As always, if I can provide you with more data, or information on Telluride real estate or our area, please contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
Last week, we received San Miguel County real estate data from our source at Telluride Consulting. In April 2010, sales in the county were up by 350% in dollar volume and 23% in count of sales compared with April 2009. Year-to-date dollar volume has increased by 114% and count of sales by 45% compared with the same time period in 2009. March was also a very positive month, with sales up by 120% in dollar volume and by 39% in count compared with the same month in 2009.
The most active category was Mountain Village homes. In 2008, only 10 homes were sold, in 2009 that doubled, with 20 homes selling, and in 2010 it is remarkable that 11 homes have sold thus far with another 4 homes contracted. This is an interesting contrast to the first quarter of home sales in 2009 which were virtually zero. Many motivated buyers have obviously moved to acquire homes at the newly downward-adjusted prices. We are seeing that dollar volume and sales counts for the last quarter of 2009 and first quarter of 2010 are up significantly. April shows that we are off to an excellent start for the second quarter of 2010. There is also a substantial inventory of Mountain Village condos slated to close in the upcoming months.
In the historic Town of Telluride, there are $53 million worth of pre-sold Element 52 condominiums that will begin closing in June as the buildings are completed. The balance of these condos will close in July and August.
As always, if I can provide you with more data, or information on Telluride real estate or our area, please contact me at 970-728-1234 or buzz@fedorka.com.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
JASPER JOHNS’ FLAG REALIZES US$28,642,500 — A WORLD AUCTION RECORD FOR THE ARTIST
UPDATE FROM CHRISTIE'S GREAT ESTATES, MAY 12, 2010:
Christie’s International Sells US$232 Million of Post-War and Contemporary Art at the May 11 Evening Sale
Jasper Johns’ Flag led Christie’s May 11 Post-War and Contemporary Art Evening Sale at New York’s Rockefeller Center, breaking the world record for the artist at US$28,642,500. The work was one of 31 pieces from The Michael Crichton Collection which totaled $US93.3 million. The author of “Jurassic Park” and creator of the television hit “E.R.” purchased the painting directly from Johns over 30 years ago. Andy Warhol’s “Silver Liz” was another standout, realizing US$18.3 million pushing the evening's total take to US$232 million.
See the Christie’s press release for more information:
Post-War & Contemporary Art Evening Sale Totals US$231.9 Million. The Collection of Michael Crichton Totals US$93.323,500
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for more information on these sales, or any Telluride real estate information.
Christie’s International Sells US$232 Million of Post-War and Contemporary Art at the May 11 Evening Sale
Jasper Johns’ Flag led Christie’s May 11 Post-War and Contemporary Art Evening Sale at New York’s Rockefeller Center, breaking the world record for the artist at US$28,642,500. The work was one of 31 pieces from The Michael Crichton Collection which totaled $US93.3 million. The author of “Jurassic Park” and creator of the television hit “E.R.” purchased the painting directly from Johns over 30 years ago. Andy Warhol’s “Silver Liz” was another standout, realizing US$18.3 million pushing the evening's total take to US$232 million.
See the Christie’s press release for more information:
Post-War & Contemporary Art Evening Sale Totals US$231.9 Million. The Collection of Michael Crichton Totals US$93.323,500
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for more information on these sales, or any Telluride real estate information.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Jazz Fest Bonus Information!
"JAZZ AFTER DARK" LINE-UP
After the music stops in Town Park, Jazz keeps going with performances in Town at the Sheridan Opera House, the Nugget Theater, the Llama, and the Fly Me to the Moon Saloon; and at the Peaks Resort and Spa in the Mountain Village (a short, free gondola ride away). Patrons and Weekend All-Access passholders may enter these venues with their wristband. A limited number of tickets to each show will be sold in advance on the Jazz website beginning April 19.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 5
The Peaks Resort and Spa- Mountain Village- 8:00-8:45 pm
Hazel Miller Band (free)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 6
Sheridan Opera House- 9:30 pm
Chuchito Valdes Afro-Cuban Ensemble
Nugget Theater- 9:30 pm
Raul Midón
The Llama- 10:00 pm (2 sets)
An Evening with Charlie Hunter
Fly Me to the Moon Saloon- 11:00 pm (2 sets)
Hazel Miller Band
The Peaks Resort and Spa- Mountain Village- 9:00 - 10:00 pm
Bob Montgomery- Al Hermann Sextet (free)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 7
Sheridan Opera House- 10:00 pm
Dr. Lonnie Smith
Nugget Theater- 9:30 pm
Jackie Ryan
The Llama- 10:00 pm
An Evening with Charlie Hunter
Fly Me to the Moon Saloon- 10:00 pm (2 sets)
Eric Krasno & Chapter 2
featuring Adam Deitch and Nigel Hall
The Peaks Resort and Spa- Mountain Village- 9:00 - 10:00 pm
Josh Quinlan Quartet (free)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 8
Sheridan Opera House- 10:30 pm
Eric Krasno & Chapter 2
featuring Adam Deitch and Nigel Hall
(no passes)
If you have already purchased your tickets for Jazz this year, or if you are thinking about it now, today is a great time to make your plans. On the day after Jazz ends, there will be two nights of Phish performances that will max out the capacity of Telluride and Mountain Village lodging. Our lodging sponsors have committed to holding rooms for Jazz-goers, and we'd like to help them help you get your lodging booked.
FREE YOGA CLASSES FOR JAZZ TICKET HOLDERS!!!
Join CorePower Yoga for an exhilarating hour of outdoor yoga. Their unique style of Vinyasa flow yoga combines energy, music, movement and community to create a one-of-a-kind yoga experience. Regardless of your age, strength or flexibility level, this class is for you! You’ll leave feeling rejuvenated, detoxified, and ready for the day. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to try one of the most popular and fun approaches to yoga!
Telluride Jazz is really excited to welcome our new Presenting Sponsor, CorePower Yoga. Make sure to check out their website, http://corepoweryoga.com for locations, classes, and to sign up for their newsletter. On the Saturday and Sunday of the Jazz Celebration they will hold FREE CLASSES for beginners and advanced students at the festival grounds in Town Park. Your Jazz wristband is your free entrance. Start your day with yoga and end it with Jazz!
Raul Midón's One Man Show!
This New York-based vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter unleashes a silky, soulful tenor and dazzling percussive guitar style in which bass, harmony, and melodic lines emanate from the fretboard in one slap-happy storm. If that weren’t enough, Midón busts out his improvisational mouth horn technique, in which he creates a bebop “trumpet” solo entirely with his lips, earning himself a spontaneous burst of mid-song applause from the audience in the process.
His newest album, “Synthesis”, is a genre-defying blend of soul, pop, jazz, folk, and Latin elements. Just released in the U.S., “Synthesis” sets some of Midón’s more biting insights about betrayal, fear, loss, and the American Dream to deceptively up-tempo swinging rhythms and deliriously catchy melodies.
Telluride Jazz welcomes Raul Midón to the Nugget Theater on Friday, August 6 and the Town Park Mainstage on Sat., August 7.
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for more information on Jazz Festival, or any Telluride real estate needs.
After the music stops in Town Park, Jazz keeps going with performances in Town at the Sheridan Opera House, the Nugget Theater, the Llama, and the Fly Me to the Moon Saloon; and at the Peaks Resort and Spa in the Mountain Village (a short, free gondola ride away). Patrons and Weekend All-Access passholders may enter these venues with their wristband. A limited number of tickets to each show will be sold in advance on the Jazz website beginning April 19.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 5
The Peaks Resort and Spa- Mountain Village- 8:00-8:45 pm
Hazel Miller Band (free)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 6
Sheridan Opera House- 9:30 pm
Chuchito Valdes Afro-Cuban Ensemble
Nugget Theater- 9:30 pm
Raul Midón
The Llama- 10:00 pm (2 sets)
An Evening with Charlie Hunter
Fly Me to the Moon Saloon- 11:00 pm (2 sets)
Hazel Miller Band
The Peaks Resort and Spa- Mountain Village- 9:00 - 10:00 pm
Bob Montgomery- Al Hermann Sextet (free)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 7
Sheridan Opera House- 10:00 pm
Dr. Lonnie Smith
Nugget Theater- 9:30 pm
Jackie Ryan
The Llama- 10:00 pm
An Evening with Charlie Hunter
Fly Me to the Moon Saloon- 10:00 pm (2 sets)
Eric Krasno & Chapter 2
featuring Adam Deitch and Nigel Hall
The Peaks Resort and Spa- Mountain Village- 9:00 - 10:00 pm
Josh Quinlan Quartet (free)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 8
Sheridan Opera House- 10:30 pm
Eric Krasno & Chapter 2
featuring Adam Deitch and Nigel Hall
(no passes)
If you have already purchased your tickets for Jazz this year, or if you are thinking about it now, today is a great time to make your plans. On the day after Jazz ends, there will be two nights of Phish performances that will max out the capacity of Telluride and Mountain Village lodging. Our lodging sponsors have committed to holding rooms for Jazz-goers, and we'd like to help them help you get your lodging booked.
FREE YOGA CLASSES FOR JAZZ TICKET HOLDERS!!!
Join CorePower Yoga for an exhilarating hour of outdoor yoga. Their unique style of Vinyasa flow yoga combines energy, music, movement and community to create a one-of-a-kind yoga experience. Regardless of your age, strength or flexibility level, this class is for you! You’ll leave feeling rejuvenated, detoxified, and ready for the day. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to try one of the most popular and fun approaches to yoga!
Telluride Jazz is really excited to welcome our new Presenting Sponsor, CorePower Yoga. Make sure to check out their website, http://corepoweryoga.com for locations, classes, and to sign up for their newsletter. On the Saturday and Sunday of the Jazz Celebration they will hold FREE CLASSES for beginners and advanced students at the festival grounds in Town Park. Your Jazz wristband is your free entrance. Start your day with yoga and end it with Jazz!
Raul Midón's One Man Show!
This New York-based vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter unleashes a silky, soulful tenor and dazzling percussive guitar style in which bass, harmony, and melodic lines emanate from the fretboard in one slap-happy storm. If that weren’t enough, Midón busts out his improvisational mouth horn technique, in which he creates a bebop “trumpet” solo entirely with his lips, earning himself a spontaneous burst of mid-song applause from the audience in the process.
His newest album, “Synthesis”, is a genre-defying blend of soul, pop, jazz, folk, and Latin elements. Just released in the U.S., “Synthesis” sets some of Midón’s more biting insights about betrayal, fear, loss, and the American Dream to deceptively up-tempo swinging rhythms and deliriously catchy melodies.
Telluride Jazz welcomes Raul Midón to the Nugget Theater on Friday, August 6 and the Town Park Mainstage on Sat., August 7.
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for more information on Jazz Festival, or any Telluride real estate needs.
Monday, April 12, 2010
From CNBC.com - High-End Housing Sales Are Making A Comeback
Published April 1, 2010 on CNBC.com:
"Anyone looking for a rebound in the housing market might want to look up—up in price that is. Sales of high end housing are returning with a near vengeance after two years of double digit declines.
"We're seeing a revival in the high-end housing market," says Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR). "It was so depressed, particularly last year, but it's really improved. There's much greater sales activity on upper end homes now."
While the rest of the housing market is still in the doldrums, high-end housing is one of the few bright spots in what many predict will be a dismal spring season.
In February this year, sales for homes priced at $1 million or more increased 38 percent nationwide from a year ago, according to the NAR. The Northeast is up 49 percent alone, while the West is up nearly 35 percent.
What's creating the high end 'boom' is a trifecta of lower interest rates, bank lending and consumer confidence.
"Rates are down for jumbo loans," says David Adamo, ceo of Luxury Mortgage, a mortgage banking firm based in Stamford, Connecticut. "Banks are seeing benefits in making these types of loans and are doing more re-financing now. I also think more people feel confident in the economy at the higher incomes."
Rates for jumbo loans—loans for mortgages that exceed $417,000—have shown a major decline in recent weeks.
A 30 year fixed jumbo is currently at 5.58 percent for a million dollar loan, while last year at this time it was almost 7 percent. Unlike conventional rates which are tied to treasurys, jumbo rates are a specialty product with rates set primarily by lenders.
"Banks are doing jumbo loans now at lower rates because they see it as a secure way to make a profit these days," says Bob Walters, chief economist at QuickenLoans.com. "Jumbo rates are always higher than conventional loans, but banks feel like they can have the lower rates now and still make money from those in the jumbo loan market as more home buyers take loans."
While banks are lending more these days, that hasn't stopped them from being extra cautious over who gets their money. Much like conventional loans, lenders want buyers to give a full bottom line when it comes to personal finances.
"Underwriting (assessing a buyer's eligibility for a loan) is still very tough," says Steve Habetz, president of Threshold Mortgage, a lending firm in Westport, Connecticut. "I had one buyer, who had enough money for a large downpayment, go through the loan process and he had to justify why his dividends were down one year while his investments were up. He got the loan but he had to go through hoops to get it."
"Jobs are on the line for these underwriters," adds Mary Cassidy, a licensed associate broker at Bronxville Ley Real Estate in Westchester County, New York. "I had one bank officer tell me that if everything wasn't just perfect on the loan application, someone could lose their job."
While interest rates for the bigger loans are falling, consumer confidence seems to be rising for those in the higher income brackets. It disappeared as the economy slumped—at least when it came to housing.
"People are not as uptight as they were a year ago," says Habetz. "It seems as if they are more comfortable in thinking the high end housing market is not collapsing. Home values have stabilized and it's been a matter of following the leader. One person sees others buy or sell and they join in. That's been happening."
And as Wall Street tickers move higher, so too do the number of potential buyers. "Sure, with bonuses and stocks going up lately, that's helped the upper housing market especially where I am," says Cassidy. "However, we're also seeing non-Wall Street types coming in as well."
However good the sales numbers may be, there are signs that high-end housing is not completely out of the woods yet.
Conventional rates are already making slight upticks as the Fed discontinued its mortgage backed securities buyback program—which helped keep rates lower. Banks could raise rates for jumbo loans if they feel the market weakens and housing prices decline even more.
"There's improvement for sure but you still have to have a lot of money for a down payment to get a loan and it's not clear that prices have reached bottom," says Quicken's Walters. "Interest rate increases could slow things down. We probably need more time to tell if high end housing is really back."
More time is needed to say if any part of the housing market is really in a recovery. Sales for homes worth $500,000 or less are still in flux across the country as struggles grow over increasing foreclosures from job losses—and a slower but continuing fall in housing prices.
But for those who contend a high end housing rebound is here, expectations are that the upside will work its way down.
"I think the impact of high end housing will be broader for the whole economy and help at all levels," says Luxury Mortgage's Adamo. "Banks will benefit because they'll be seeing more cash and putting it to use and they'll be making more loans. Home buyers will need products and services so they'll be spending money. Call it trickle down, if you will, but I see it happening." "
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for more Telluride high-end real estate information.
"Anyone looking for a rebound in the housing market might want to look up—up in price that is. Sales of high end housing are returning with a near vengeance after two years of double digit declines.
"We're seeing a revival in the high-end housing market," says Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR). "It was so depressed, particularly last year, but it's really improved. There's much greater sales activity on upper end homes now."
While the rest of the housing market is still in the doldrums, high-end housing is one of the few bright spots in what many predict will be a dismal spring season.
In February this year, sales for homes priced at $1 million or more increased 38 percent nationwide from a year ago, according to the NAR. The Northeast is up 49 percent alone, while the West is up nearly 35 percent.
What's creating the high end 'boom' is a trifecta of lower interest rates, bank lending and consumer confidence.
"Rates are down for jumbo loans," says David Adamo, ceo of Luxury Mortgage, a mortgage banking firm based in Stamford, Connecticut. "Banks are seeing benefits in making these types of loans and are doing more re-financing now. I also think more people feel confident in the economy at the higher incomes."
Rates for jumbo loans—loans for mortgages that exceed $417,000—have shown a major decline in recent weeks.
A 30 year fixed jumbo is currently at 5.58 percent for a million dollar loan, while last year at this time it was almost 7 percent. Unlike conventional rates which are tied to treasurys, jumbo rates are a specialty product with rates set primarily by lenders.
"Banks are doing jumbo loans now at lower rates because they see it as a secure way to make a profit these days," says Bob Walters, chief economist at QuickenLoans.com. "Jumbo rates are always higher than conventional loans, but banks feel like they can have the lower rates now and still make money from those in the jumbo loan market as more home buyers take loans."
While banks are lending more these days, that hasn't stopped them from being extra cautious over who gets their money. Much like conventional loans, lenders want buyers to give a full bottom line when it comes to personal finances.
"Underwriting (assessing a buyer's eligibility for a loan) is still very tough," says Steve Habetz, president of Threshold Mortgage, a lending firm in Westport, Connecticut. "I had one buyer, who had enough money for a large downpayment, go through the loan process and he had to justify why his dividends were down one year while his investments were up. He got the loan but he had to go through hoops to get it."
"Jobs are on the line for these underwriters," adds Mary Cassidy, a licensed associate broker at Bronxville Ley Real Estate in Westchester County, New York. "I had one bank officer tell me that if everything wasn't just perfect on the loan application, someone could lose their job."
While interest rates for the bigger loans are falling, consumer confidence seems to be rising for those in the higher income brackets. It disappeared as the economy slumped—at least when it came to housing.
"People are not as uptight as they were a year ago," says Habetz. "It seems as if they are more comfortable in thinking the high end housing market is not collapsing. Home values have stabilized and it's been a matter of following the leader. One person sees others buy or sell and they join in. That's been happening."
And as Wall Street tickers move higher, so too do the number of potential buyers. "Sure, with bonuses and stocks going up lately, that's helped the upper housing market especially where I am," says Cassidy. "However, we're also seeing non-Wall Street types coming in as well."
However good the sales numbers may be, there are signs that high-end housing is not completely out of the woods yet.
Conventional rates are already making slight upticks as the Fed discontinued its mortgage backed securities buyback program—which helped keep rates lower. Banks could raise rates for jumbo loans if they feel the market weakens and housing prices decline even more.
"There's improvement for sure but you still have to have a lot of money for a down payment to get a loan and it's not clear that prices have reached bottom," says Quicken's Walters. "Interest rate increases could slow things down. We probably need more time to tell if high end housing is really back."
More time is needed to say if any part of the housing market is really in a recovery. Sales for homes worth $500,000 or less are still in flux across the country as struggles grow over increasing foreclosures from job losses—and a slower but continuing fall in housing prices.
But for those who contend a high end housing rebound is here, expectations are that the upside will work its way down.
"I think the impact of high end housing will be broader for the whole economy and help at all levels," says Luxury Mortgage's Adamo. "Banks will benefit because they'll be seeing more cash and putting it to use and they'll be making more loans. Home buyers will need products and services so they'll be spending money. Call it trickle down, if you will, but I see it happening." "
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for more Telluride high-end real estate information.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Fresh Powder in Telluride
Greetings from Telluride,
Last Saturday I woke up to 22 inches of fresh powder in Telluride. It made for the most epic ski day of the season and this new snow will ensure fantastic conditions for the balance of the season. We still have seven days of skiing left in the season. The ski area just received a permit from the US Forest Service to provide backcountry guided tours into Bear Creek and Alta Lakes. You can click on the below link to find out more. You can also find out about the new bridge and stairs installed to access Gold Hill Chute #9.
http://blog.tellurideskiresort.com/blogs/davesblog/default.aspx
Email me for a flyer from Flight One, Telluride’s finest charter service which has some great rates to get here to enjoy the last week of the ski season. There are also some great end of the season accommodation deals at http://tellurideskiresort.com/TellSki/info/lodging.aspx. I hope to see you in Telluride!
Please email me at buzz@fedorka.com for further information on the ski area, lodging, flights and all your Telluride real estate information needs.
Best Regards,
Buzz
Buzz Fedorka, Co-Owner/Broker, GRI, MRE
Telluride Real Estate Corporation
Box 1169, Telluride, CO 81435
Direct Phone: 970-728-1234
buzz@fedorka.com
www.Fedorka.com ... listings updated daily!
Last Saturday I woke up to 22 inches of fresh powder in Telluride. It made for the most epic ski day of the season and this new snow will ensure fantastic conditions for the balance of the season. We still have seven days of skiing left in the season. The ski area just received a permit from the US Forest Service to provide backcountry guided tours into Bear Creek and Alta Lakes. You can click on the below link to find out more. You can also find out about the new bridge and stairs installed to access Gold Hill Chute #9.
http://blog.tellurideskiresort.com/blogs/davesblog/default.aspx
Email me for a flyer from Flight One, Telluride’s finest charter service which has some great rates to get here to enjoy the last week of the ski season. There are also some great end of the season accommodation deals at http://tellurideskiresort.com/TellSki/info/lodging.aspx. I hope to see you in Telluride!
Please email me at buzz@fedorka.com for further information on the ski area, lodging, flights and all your Telluride real estate information needs.
Best Regards,
Buzz
Buzz Fedorka, Co-Owner/Broker, GRI, MRE
Telluride Real Estate Corporation
Box 1169, Telluride, CO 81435
Direct Phone: 970-728-1234
buzz@fedorka.com
www.Fedorka.com ... listings updated daily!
Monday, March 22, 2010
Telluride Jazz Festival Line Up
TOWN PARK LINE-UP on the Toshiko Akiyoshi Stage
FRIDAY, AUGUST 6th
DIANNE REEVES
Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks
Chuchito Valdes Afro Cuban Jazz Ensemble
Bob Montgomery/Al Hermann Sextet
Crescent Super Band WITH SPECIAL GUEST Lew Tabackin
SATURDAY, AUGUST 7th
STANLEY CLARKE BAND FEATURING HIROMI
GUEST OF HONOR Toshiko Akiyoshi WITH THE Crescent Super Band
Dr. Lonnie Smith
Toshiko Akiyoshi/Lew Tabackin Quartet
Raul Midón
Hazel Miller Band
Telluride Student Allstars Jazz Ensemble
SUNDAY, AUGUST 8th
THE GREYBOY ALLSTARS
Charlie Hunter
Larry Coryell
Jackie Ryan
The Gospel Hummingbirds
Dmitri Matheny Group
Chico State Jazz XPress
FRIDAY, AUGUST 6th
DIANNE REEVES
Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks
Chuchito Valdes Afro Cuban Jazz Ensemble
Bob Montgomery/Al Hermann Sextet
Crescent Super Band WITH SPECIAL GUEST Lew Tabackin
SATURDAY, AUGUST 7th
STANLEY CLARKE BAND FEATURING HIROMI
GUEST OF HONOR Toshiko Akiyoshi WITH THE Crescent Super Band
Dr. Lonnie Smith
Toshiko Akiyoshi/Lew Tabackin Quartet
Raul Midón
Hazel Miller Band
Telluride Student Allstars Jazz Ensemble
SUNDAY, AUGUST 8th
THE GREYBOY ALLSTARS
Charlie Hunter
Larry Coryell
Jackie Ryan
The Gospel Hummingbirds
Dmitri Matheny Group
Chico State Jazz XPress
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for information on the Telluride Jazz Festival
or any Telluride real estate needs.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
TELLURIDE SKI RESORT'S HIKE-TO TERRAIN IN PRIME CONDITION
With one of the deepest snowpacks in the state this year, the skiing in Telluride has eclipsed other resorts in Colorado. Depending upon the weather, ski patrol is opening different hike-to terrain daily. This winter, Palmyra Peak, Gold Hill Chutes 1 and 9, and Black Iron Bowl have all opened. This European-style skiing and snowboarding provides rare access to bowls and chutes with soft turns and incredible views.
Bald Mountain
Bald Mountain is accessible via an access gate located on Upper Galloping Goose in the Lift 12 area. This local's favorite includes both Jacpot and Audrey and is home to some of the best and longest lasting stashes on the mountain. Be sure to look to the south at the summit for a view of the historic mining town of Alta just below. The gate to Bald Mountain will close promptly at 2:00pm daily in season.Estimated hike time: 20 - 25 minutes.
Black Iron Bowl
Black Iron Bowl is accessible via Lift 12 (Prospect Lift) and a short hike out Prospect Ridge. Skiers and riders will be able to drop in anywhere from 10 minutes to 30 minutes hiking time along the ridge. Dropping 1000 vertical feet on the primary pitches, terrain includes the expansive Mountain Quail couloir, European-style faces, open glades and steep chutes. The Mountain Quail couloir had previously been accessible as guide-only, but now the full expanse of Black Iron will be open for public access as conditions allow. Other new runs include Westlake, Lakeview, Review, Dihedral Chute, Dihedral Face, Jello’s Bowl and Nice Chute. Black Iron Bowl, named for an old mining claim, is an excellent addition to the existing inbounds hike-to areas of Bald Mountain and Prospect Ridge, where advanced skiers and boarders enjoy fresh tracks virtually all season. The gate to Black Iron Bowl will close promptly at 2:00pm daily in season.Estimated hike time:Genivieve: 5 - 10 minutes*Lakeview: 20 - 25 minutes*Mountain Quail: 30 - 45 minutes*
Gold Hill Chutes
Gold Hill Chutes 1
To ski this epic chute on the flip side of Revelation Bowl, you can access it one of two ways. 1) Through the gate at the top of Revelation Bowl Lift (15), or 2) Traverse across the top of Little Rose and Andy' s Gold, through the gate adjacent to Andy's Gold. The chute will not be open continually, so check for current information on the signs before go. The expert-only chute directs you away from the cliffband by taking you to the traverse to skiers right and back to Andy's Gold. You can also egress via the new goat trail traverse into Gold Hill 1.5 and into The Fans and the egress from Black Iron Bowl and Palmyra basin.The Gold Hill Chute 1 will close promptly at 3:00pm daily in season.
Gold Hill Chutes 2 - 5
NEW FOR THE 2009-10 SEASON! This newly opened terrain completes the Gold Hill expansion. To access, stay left off of Revelation Lift (15) and continue up the new Gold Hill access road. Enjoy the grand vistas before skiing the 1900' vertical feet to the base of Prospect Bowl or Gold Hill lifts. The chutes will not be open continually, so check for current information on the signs before you make the hike.The Gold Hill Chute 2 - 5 will close promptly at 1:30pm daily in season.Estimated hike time: 15 - 20 minutes*.
Gold Hill Chutes 6 - 10
Offloading Revelation Lift (15) take a hard left and hike the new Gold Hill access road. Be sure to check out the NEW bridge and staircase accessing Golf Hill Chutes 9 and 10! Chutes 6 - 10 will not be open continually, so check for current information on the signs before you make the hike. The expert-only chutes go down below the skyline saddle and dump into Palmyra basin below.The Gold Hill Chutes 6 - 10 will close promptly at 1:30pm daily in season.Estimated hike time: 20 - 30 minutes*.
Palmyra Peak
On the heels of Telluride’s opening of Black Iron Bowl to public access, the resort has gained approval for skiing and riding Palmyra Peak this winter. Located east of Black Iron Bowl, this unbelievable hike-to terrain includes well over 200 acres and almost 2,000 vertical feet on the north face of 13,320 foot Palmyra Peak.What can be considered some of the most spectacular in-bounds terrain in the country, the runs Tram Shot, Sunrise and Electric Shock drain into Upper Moraine, and Lower Palmyra Ridge which lead back into Black Iron Bowl.The access gate to Palmyra Peak (located at the upper edge of Mountain Quail) will be closed promptly at 1:00pm in season. Estimated hike time: 1 - 1.5 hours past Black Iron Bowl*.
* Hike times are approximate and may take shorter or longer based on your personal level of fitness and weather conditions.
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for ski and Telluride real estate information.
Bald Mountain
Bald Mountain is accessible via an access gate located on Upper Galloping Goose in the Lift 12 area. This local's favorite includes both Jacpot and Audrey and is home to some of the best and longest lasting stashes on the mountain. Be sure to look to the south at the summit for a view of the historic mining town of Alta just below. The gate to Bald Mountain will close promptly at 2:00pm daily in season.Estimated hike time: 20 - 25 minutes.
Black Iron Bowl
Black Iron Bowl is accessible via Lift 12 (Prospect Lift) and a short hike out Prospect Ridge. Skiers and riders will be able to drop in anywhere from 10 minutes to 30 minutes hiking time along the ridge. Dropping 1000 vertical feet on the primary pitches, terrain includes the expansive Mountain Quail couloir, European-style faces, open glades and steep chutes. The Mountain Quail couloir had previously been accessible as guide-only, but now the full expanse of Black Iron will be open for public access as conditions allow. Other new runs include Westlake, Lakeview, Review, Dihedral Chute, Dihedral Face, Jello’s Bowl and Nice Chute. Black Iron Bowl, named for an old mining claim, is an excellent addition to the existing inbounds hike-to areas of Bald Mountain and Prospect Ridge, where advanced skiers and boarders enjoy fresh tracks virtually all season. The gate to Black Iron Bowl will close promptly at 2:00pm daily in season.Estimated hike time:Genivieve: 5 - 10 minutes*Lakeview: 20 - 25 minutes*Mountain Quail: 30 - 45 minutes*
Gold Hill Chutes
Gold Hill Chutes 1
To ski this epic chute on the flip side of Revelation Bowl, you can access it one of two ways. 1) Through the gate at the top of Revelation Bowl Lift (15), or 2) Traverse across the top of Little Rose and Andy' s Gold, through the gate adjacent to Andy's Gold. The chute will not be open continually, so check for current information on the signs before go. The expert-only chute directs you away from the cliffband by taking you to the traverse to skiers right and back to Andy's Gold. You can also egress via the new goat trail traverse into Gold Hill 1.5 and into The Fans and the egress from Black Iron Bowl and Palmyra basin.The Gold Hill Chute 1 will close promptly at 3:00pm daily in season.
Gold Hill Chutes 2 - 5
NEW FOR THE 2009-10 SEASON! This newly opened terrain completes the Gold Hill expansion. To access, stay left off of Revelation Lift (15) and continue up the new Gold Hill access road. Enjoy the grand vistas before skiing the 1900' vertical feet to the base of Prospect Bowl or Gold Hill lifts. The chutes will not be open continually, so check for current information on the signs before you make the hike.The Gold Hill Chute 2 - 5 will close promptly at 1:30pm daily in season.Estimated hike time: 15 - 20 minutes*.
Gold Hill Chutes 6 - 10
Offloading Revelation Lift (15) take a hard left and hike the new Gold Hill access road. Be sure to check out the NEW bridge and staircase accessing Golf Hill Chutes 9 and 10! Chutes 6 - 10 will not be open continually, so check for current information on the signs before you make the hike. The expert-only chutes go down below the skyline saddle and dump into Palmyra basin below.The Gold Hill Chutes 6 - 10 will close promptly at 1:30pm daily in season.Estimated hike time: 20 - 30 minutes*.
Palmyra Peak
On the heels of Telluride’s opening of Black Iron Bowl to public access, the resort has gained approval for skiing and riding Palmyra Peak this winter. Located east of Black Iron Bowl, this unbelievable hike-to terrain includes well over 200 acres and almost 2,000 vertical feet on the north face of 13,320 foot Palmyra Peak.What can be considered some of the most spectacular in-bounds terrain in the country, the runs Tram Shot, Sunrise and Electric Shock drain into Upper Moraine, and Lower Palmyra Ridge which lead back into Black Iron Bowl.The access gate to Palmyra Peak (located at the upper edge of Mountain Quail) will be closed promptly at 1:00pm in season. Estimated hike time: 1 - 1.5 hours past Black Iron Bowl*.
* Hike times are approximate and may take shorter or longer based on your personal level of fitness and weather conditions.
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for ski and Telluride real estate information.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
New Listing - 522 W. Colorado, Telluride
This beautifully landscaped property combines Main Street convenience with the privacy of two homes on a double lot, only a short walk to town, the gondola and skiing. The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath main house features decks with views of Bear Creek, the box canyon and the ski area; designer textural wall coverings and window treatments throughout; espresso-stained oak floors; concrete and limestone countertops; gas log fireplace; steam shower; living area plus family room; and bunk area. The 12-person hot tub is perched on a raised deck between the two houses, maximizing privacy and views, while the charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath guest house echoes the high-end finishes of the main house, and has a large deck off the master bedroom, concrete countertops, skylights and a gas log fireplace. Both homes are fully designer-furnished, and a 1-car garage, 2 carports, and heated concrete auto court provide ample parking.
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for further information on this Telluride home or any of your Telluride real estate needs.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Dwight and Fedorka Invest in the Future of TREC
Dwight and Fedorka Invest in the Future of TREC
by Seth Cagin
Mar 03, 2010
TELLURIDE – Displaying confidence in the future of both Telluride and of one of the region’s biggest real estate companies, Jon Dwight has acquired a larger share in the Telluride Real Estate Corp.
“This economy has been a tough go for every business, and I’ve only seen TREC grow stronger through this,” Dwight said. “We’ve really reinvented TREC and that gave me the confidence to move forward.”
Dwight becomes one of five directors at the company, along with T.D. Smith, Steve Catsman, Steve Hilbert and Buzz Fedorka.
The block of stock became available after two longtime TREC directors, Dave Flatt and Don McLean, retired. Not only did Dwight purchase some of the stock, but at the same time Fedorka doubled his stake in the business.
Dwight first joined TREC in 2002 and was named a TREC vice president in 2006.
“Jon was already my partner in our airplane so I obviously had a lot of respect for him”, explained Hilbert. “He will be a great business partner for the same reasons he is a great plane partner. He is smart, talented, driven, and trustworthy.”
“I am thankful to the ownership group for giving me this opportunity,” Dwight said.
“TREC has provided me with the foundation to create a very successful real estate business for myself,” he added. “This is my opportunity to give back to the company that has helped make me successful.”
Fedorka explained his confidence in the future by citing the impact that the Telluride Capella has already had in bringing new visitors to the region, the benefits from ongoing expansion of the Telluride Ski Area, the new local ownership of The Peaks, and the near-completion of a new runway at the Telluride Regional Airport, which could produce new commercial service.
“I think our community is uniquely positioned to really grow in the next decade,” Fedorka said. “The satisfied customers I met who stayed at Capella are a pleasure to meet – many of these people are going to turn into property owners. The ski area’s constant expansion and improvement is a real inspiration. The most recent staircase and bridge is a fantastic addition and great for our prestige.
“And I can’t tell you how happy I am that The Peaks is now locally owned.”
TREC has shown growth over the previous year each of the last four quarters, Dwight said. Both showings of property and closings are up. “
It will be a slow recovery,” he predicted, “but we are seeing signs of it.”
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for any Telluride real estate information.
by Seth Cagin
Mar 03, 2010
TELLURIDE – Displaying confidence in the future of both Telluride and of one of the region’s biggest real estate companies, Jon Dwight has acquired a larger share in the Telluride Real Estate Corp.
“This economy has been a tough go for every business, and I’ve only seen TREC grow stronger through this,” Dwight said. “We’ve really reinvented TREC and that gave me the confidence to move forward.”
Dwight becomes one of five directors at the company, along with T.D. Smith, Steve Catsman, Steve Hilbert and Buzz Fedorka.
The block of stock became available after two longtime TREC directors, Dave Flatt and Don McLean, retired. Not only did Dwight purchase some of the stock, but at the same time Fedorka doubled his stake in the business.
Dwight first joined TREC in 2002 and was named a TREC vice president in 2006.
“Jon was already my partner in our airplane so I obviously had a lot of respect for him”, explained Hilbert. “He will be a great business partner for the same reasons he is a great plane partner. He is smart, talented, driven, and trustworthy.”
“I am thankful to the ownership group for giving me this opportunity,” Dwight said.
“TREC has provided me with the foundation to create a very successful real estate business for myself,” he added. “This is my opportunity to give back to the company that has helped make me successful.”
Fedorka explained his confidence in the future by citing the impact that the Telluride Capella has already had in bringing new visitors to the region, the benefits from ongoing expansion of the Telluride Ski Area, the new local ownership of The Peaks, and the near-completion of a new runway at the Telluride Regional Airport, which could produce new commercial service.
“I think our community is uniquely positioned to really grow in the next decade,” Fedorka said. “The satisfied customers I met who stayed at Capella are a pleasure to meet – many of these people are going to turn into property owners. The ski area’s constant expansion and improvement is a real inspiration. The most recent staircase and bridge is a fantastic addition and great for our prestige.
“And I can’t tell you how happy I am that The Peaks is now locally owned.”
TREC has shown growth over the previous year each of the last four quarters, Dwight said. Both showings of property and closings are up. “
It will be a slow recovery,” he predicted, “but we are seeing signs of it.”
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for any Telluride real estate information.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Mountain Village Upcoming Events
This month's events are sure to be as great as last year's with the annual Telluride Medical Center Operation F.E.A.S.T. and the Telluride Rotary Red Ball Express fundraiser. Also in March, we spring forward and with that the Telluride Ski Resort operational hours will change. Beginning March 14, and through the end of the ski season, ski lifts will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ... enjoy the last few weeks of the ski season!
Friday, March 12: KOTO Presents Stockholm Syndrome Concert Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village; doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is 7 p.m. For tickets, call (970) 728-4334.
Saturday, March 13: Telluride Medical Center Operation F.E.A.S.T.Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village; 6 p.m.Official Telluride Medical Center Web Site
Sunday, March 14: Telluride Rotary Red Ball Express Telluride Ski Resort Super Pipe Course; 3:45 p.m. The Town of Mountain Village is a proud sponsor of this year's Telluride Rotary Red Ball Express, a local event that helps to support youth organizations. To purchase a ball, visit their Web site. Official Red Ball Express Web Site
For further information on any of the above events or Tellurid real estate information please contact buzz@fedorka.com.
Friday, March 12: KOTO Presents Stockholm Syndrome Concert Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village; doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is 7 p.m. For tickets, call (970) 728-4334.
Saturday, March 13: Telluride Medical Center Operation F.E.A.S.T.Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village; 6 p.m.Official Telluride Medical Center Web Site
Sunday, March 14: Telluride Rotary Red Ball Express Telluride Ski Resort Super Pipe Course; 3:45 p.m. The Town of Mountain Village is a proud sponsor of this year's Telluride Rotary Red Ball Express, a local event that helps to support youth organizations. To purchase a ball, visit their Web site. Official Red Ball Express Web Site
For further information on any of the above events or Tellurid real estate information please contact buzz@fedorka.com.
Friday, March 5, 2010
The Palmyra Restaurant at the Peaks
Check out the new restaurant at the Peaks which is receiving rave reviews. Please contact me at buzz@fedorka.com for information on dining at the new Palmyra restaurant or any Telluride real estate information.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Dwight and Fedorka Invest in the Future of TREC
Dwight and Fedorka Invest in the Future of TREC
by Seth Cagin
Mar 03, 2010 121 views 0 2
Dwight Becomes a Managing DirectorTELLURIDE – Displaying confidence in the future of both Telluride and of one of the region’s biggest real estate companies, Jon Dwight has acquired a larger share in the Telluride Real Estate Corp. “
This economy has been a tough go for every business, and I’ve only seen TREC grow stronger through this,” Dwight said. “We’ve really reinvented TREC and that gave me the confidence to move forward.”
Dwight becomes one of five directors at the company, along with T.D. Smith, Steve Catsman, Steve Hilbert and Buzz Fedorka.
The block of stock became available after two longtime TREC directors, Dave Flatt and Don McLean, retired. Not only did Dwight purchase some of the stock, but at the same time Fedorka doubled his stake in the business.
Dwight first joined TREC in 2002 and was named a TREC vice president in 2006.
“Jon was already my partner in our airplane so I obviously had a lot of respect for him”, explained Hilbert. “He will be a great business partner for the same reasons he is a great plane partner. He is smart, talented, driven, and trustworthy.”
“I am thankful to the ownership group for giving me this opportunity,” Dwight said.
“TREC has provided me with the foundation to create a very successful real estate business for myself,” he added. “This is my opportunity to give back to the company that has helped make me successful.”
Fedorka explained his confidence in the future by citing the impact that the Telluride Capella has already had in bringing new visitors to the region, the benefits from ongoing expansion of the Telluride Ski Area, the new local ownership of The Peaks, and the near-completion of a new runway at the Telluride Regional Airport, which could produce new commercial service.
“I think our community is uniquely positioned to really grow in the next decade,” Fedorka said. “The satisfied customers I met who stayed at Capella are a pleasure to meet – many of these people are going to turn into property owners. The ski area’s constant expansion and improvement is a real inspiration. The most recent staircase and bridge is a fantastic addition and great for our prestige.
“And I can’t tell you how happy I am that The Peaks is now locally owned.”
TREC has shown growth over the previous year each of the last four quarters, Dwight said. Both showings of property and closings are up.
“It will be a slow recovery,” he predicted, “but we are seeing signs of it.”
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for Telluride real estate information.
by Seth Cagin
Mar 03, 2010 121 views 0 2
Dwight Becomes a Managing DirectorTELLURIDE – Displaying confidence in the future of both Telluride and of one of the region’s biggest real estate companies, Jon Dwight has acquired a larger share in the Telluride Real Estate Corp. “
This economy has been a tough go for every business, and I’ve only seen TREC grow stronger through this,” Dwight said. “We’ve really reinvented TREC and that gave me the confidence to move forward.”
Dwight becomes one of five directors at the company, along with T.D. Smith, Steve Catsman, Steve Hilbert and Buzz Fedorka.
The block of stock became available after two longtime TREC directors, Dave Flatt and Don McLean, retired. Not only did Dwight purchase some of the stock, but at the same time Fedorka doubled his stake in the business.
Dwight first joined TREC in 2002 and was named a TREC vice president in 2006.
“Jon was already my partner in our airplane so I obviously had a lot of respect for him”, explained Hilbert. “He will be a great business partner for the same reasons he is a great plane partner. He is smart, talented, driven, and trustworthy.”
“I am thankful to the ownership group for giving me this opportunity,” Dwight said.
“TREC has provided me with the foundation to create a very successful real estate business for myself,” he added. “This is my opportunity to give back to the company that has helped make me successful.”
Fedorka explained his confidence in the future by citing the impact that the Telluride Capella has already had in bringing new visitors to the region, the benefits from ongoing expansion of the Telluride Ski Area, the new local ownership of The Peaks, and the near-completion of a new runway at the Telluride Regional Airport, which could produce new commercial service.
“I think our community is uniquely positioned to really grow in the next decade,” Fedorka said. “The satisfied customers I met who stayed at Capella are a pleasure to meet – many of these people are going to turn into property owners. The ski area’s constant expansion and improvement is a real inspiration. The most recent staircase and bridge is a fantastic addition and great for our prestige.
“And I can’t tell you how happy I am that The Peaks is now locally owned.”
TREC has shown growth over the previous year each of the last four quarters, Dwight said. Both showings of property and closings are up.
“It will be a slow recovery,” he predicted, “but we are seeing signs of it.”
Please contact buzz@fedorka.com for Telluride real estate information.
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