The Vail Valley
Known for more than 30 years for its world-class skiing, Vail has evolved into a year-round resort community called the Vail Valley. Now, the communities of Avon, Arrowhead, Beaver Creek, Cordillera, Eagle, Eagle-Vail, Edwards, Minturn, Vail and Wolcott offer wonderful recreational opportunities both winter and summer.
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Vail (includes East Vail, Vail Village, Lionshead, Cascade Village and West Vail)
Elevation: 8,150 feet
Population: 4,500
East Vail
Coming into the valley from the east, you'll drop into gorgeous East Vail. A residential neighborhood surrounded by the White River National Forest, offering an abundance of hiking trails in the summer and snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and ice climbing in the winter. East Vail is 5 miles from Vail's two village areas where chair lifts and the gondola can be accessed. Vail's free shuttle system runs through East Vail and will drop off in Vail Village, the hub of activity for the area.
Vail Village
Vail Village is a central access point for all kinds of on-mountain activities. The enchanting pedestrian village hosts a variety of lodges, restaurants, galleries, boutiques and nightclubs that provide an opportunity to take a relaxing break from the rigor of outdoor activity. There is an aray of lodging options in Vail Village within just a short walk to the Vista Bahn or Riva Bahn, the two chair lifts that are accessable from this area.
Lionshead Village
Lionshead Village, another pedestrian mall located about 3/4 mile west of Vail Village, features shops, restaurants, lodges and the Vail Valley's only gondola. The Eagle Bahn Gondola is open in both the winter and summer to provide the fastest and most comfortable passage up Vail Mountain. Vail Village can be accessed by foot or by Vail's FREE in town shuttle system that runs every 5 - 10 minutes.
Cascade Village
Located just one mile west of Lionshead, Cascade Village has an award-winning hotel, a luxurious spa and fitness facilitiy, a four-diamond restuarant, as well as upscale homes and condominiums. Best of all, Cascade Village has its own chairlift for convenient access up Vail Mountain.
West Vail
Only 2 miles from Vail Mountain, West Vail has a variety of affordable restaurants, retail shops, lodging and supermarkets. The FREE Town of Vail Shuttle service run throughout West Vail and can take skiers in to one of the village where they can access one of Vail's many chairlifts.
Minturn
Elevation: 7,900 feet
Population: 1,100
Just two miles south of I-70, and only 10 minutes from Vail, Minturn is the historical gem of the Vail Valley, offering a peek at the past in its quaint galleries and antique shops. Traditionally a mining and railroad town, Minturn preserves its "Old West" feeling, even with the addition of the new Minturn Town Center. One of the most popular events in the community is the Minturn Farmer's Market, which runs weekly during the summer. In 2001, the Minturn Market hosted more than 5,000 visitors. Minimal bus service is available from Minturn. When staying, shopping or dining in Minturn, a car is recommended
Eagle-Vail
Elevation: 7,500 feet
Population: 4,000
Nestled between Vail and Avon along the Eagle River, Eagle-Vail is a residential community that many locals call their home with great shopping and fine restaurants. It also has a public golf course that features trails for snowsohoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter. Vail and Beaver Creek can both be access via bus for a small fee.
Beaver Creek
Elevation: 8,100 feet
Population: 250
Beaver Creek combines old-world charm with modern-day luxury. Beaver Creek's unique ambiance makes it the perfect spot for a family vacation or corporate retreat. A combination of chairlifts, skiing and hiking trails create a village-to-village connection linking Beaver Creek Village to nearby Bachelor Gulch Village and Arrowhead Resort. Due to the design of Beaver Creek's village a large percentage of lodging properties are ski-in ski-out.
Avon
Elevation: 7,480 feet
Population: 3,000
The town of Avon, at the base of Beaver Creek mountain, serves residents and visitors as a commercial and recreational hub. Avon’s restaurants, shops and lodges all have a friendly, home-town atmosphere. In the center of Avon, Nottingham Park continues to offer a beautiful setting for activities such as walking, jogging or bicycling on the path around Nottingham Lake, as well as fishing and paddle boating the lake in the summer. In the winter, activities such as ice-skating, hockey, or broomball can be enjoyed.
Arrowhead
Elevation: 7,400 feet
Population: 460 living spaces
Arrowhead Mountain has beautiful intermediate ski terrain and is connected to Beaver Creek Mountain through a series of chairlifts. This intimate, European-style village consists of an exceptional array of exclusive resort custom homes, condominiums and townhomes. Arrowhead Village features two restaurants, tennis courts, a swimming pool, mountain biking and private fly-fishing on the Eagle River.
Edwards
Elevation: 7,226 feet
Population: 8,500
An unincorporated community just a few miles west of Beaver Creek, Edwards serves the needs of a rapidly growing number of “down-valley” visitors and residents. Lodging, boutiques, restaurants, a movie theater, galleries and professional services are available at the popular Riverwalk in Edwards. For sports enthusiasts, Edwards is surrounded by National Forest land offering easy access to enjoy just about every sport. Limited bus service is available to Vail & Beaver Creek.
Cordillera Resort
With a dramatic, natural setting and inspiring views, Cordillera provides a mountain living experience that is unmatched in North America. Having earned acclaim as a four-season playground, Cordillera is also unsurpassed as a single-family home community. Complementing Cordillera's natural beauty is a selection of award-winning amenities including four golf courses, diverse restaurants, The Lodge and Spa at Cordillera, the winter Nordic Center, the Trialhead children's center, tennis, swimming, and The Summit Club recreational facility.
Wolcott
On the edge of our small slice of paradise lies Wolcott, once an old ranching homestead, now a small community that our visitors seek out for experiencing the down-home atmosphere. This sleepy mountain community along the banks of the Eagle River is home to the quaint Wolcott Country Inn and the Wolcott Country Store, perfect for guests looking for peace and quiet only 15 minutes from the slopes of Beaver Creek.
Eagle
Elevation: 6,605 feet
Population: 3,000
Located just 30-minutes from Vail and five-minutes from the Vail/Eagle County Regional Airport, Eagle is the county seat and offers very affordable lodging and dining options for guests. It's also one of the fastest growing towns in the Vail Valley for those relocating to the area. Eagle serves as the county seat, and is home to the Valley's many government offices. Contributing more and more to the charm of this small town are the Eagle Visitor's Center and the Eagle County Historical Society.
Regardless of where you're staying, you can explore each of the Vail Valley's unique communities using a combination of our outstanding public transportation system along with private taxis and shuttles. Enjoy!
Alida Can Help With Your Move
As a real estate professional, Alida has made it her duty to know everything she can about relocating to, from or within Vail Valley and Beaver Creek, Colorado. Indeed, she’s widely considered an expert on the subject. Those who have worked with Alida appreciate knowing the purchase of their new home is in the hands of such a capable and trustworthy professional while they’re wrapping up all the last-minute details of packing and moving out of their previous home. Alida believes in making the real estate and relocation process as easy as possible for everyone involved. To her that means providing information to anyone who wants to find out more about the area she loves so much and knows so well.
