If you love fresh powder and the thrill of the slopes, then why not own a home within a snowballs–throw of the mountain? Therealestatehomeguide.com showcases some of the finest skiing communities in the country, from the peaks of New England and the Appalachians to the majestic Rocky Mountains. Some communities offer ski–in/ski–out locations while others are adjacent to major ski resorts. Buying ski and mountain real estate has become increasingly popular and practical for a vacation home, second home or primary residence. Increasingly, ski communities make enjoying and managing your home, condo or chalet easy with on–site rental management services and luxuries like 24 hour concierge services and ski resort membership packages.
Snow skiing has evolved over the years and now offers exciting options to appeal to all levels and interests with innovations like snow boarding and snow tubing as well as the traditional cross–country or Nordic skiing. In 2006, total visits to U.S. ski resorts hit almost 60 million people, setting a new all–time record. Population growth projections show that key ski states such as Colorado, California, Utah, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Minnesota and New Hampshire are projected to grow nearly 25 percent or more by in the next twenty years. Adding to the popularity of ski properties is the fact that approximately 34 percent of all real estate transactions in the United States involve resort or vacation properties.
Rocky Mountain ski resorts with names like Aspen and Vail are well known to ski enthusiasts, but there are scores of ski resorts to enjoy in the mountains of the Southeastern United States and Northeastern states including Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. Skiing real estate is a lifestyle investment and whether you choose a chalet, townhome or custom ski slop–view home, we have the mountain resort property that you’re looking for.
Experience the stunning landscapes and small town lifestyle of southeast Washington’s Palouse River region at Red Tail Ridge. This new community offers a limited number of extraordinary 5 to 15 acre parcels for your custom home. Located near the friendly town of Colfax, less than an hour from Spokane. °
Send Me Free Information Now! View More Photos & InfoAn easy 5 minute drive from the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway, the Western Carolina Blue Ridge Mountain master-planned community of Reynolds Blue Ridge entices potential North Carolina real estate buyers to embrace the unique lifestyle of mountain living. A short drive between Boone and Blowing Rock, North Carolina, homeowners enjoy elevation homesites and an amenities package including championship golf, club venues and conservation trails. Minutes from home, residents enjoy shopping, fine dining, cultural events and winter sports. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoBalsam Mountain Preserve, a gated community just off the Great Smoky Mountain Expressway, is the lowest density development in the North Carolina Mountains. With Asheville just 40 minutes away, life is family-focused and residents enjoy hiking, biking, equestrian facilities, golf, camping, swimming, and much more. Only 354 homesites are available and 68% of the community placed in conservation easement. Sustainable building principles and practices highlight the development. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoSurrounded by the White Mountains, Mount Washington Resort has been designed to offer investors with the opportunity to live in a sustainable community that is planned to accentuate the inviduality of its residents while protecting the environment through green spaces and wildlife corridors. Resident enjoys a multitude of amenities that stretch through the four seasons including skiing, hiking, swimming and spa treatments. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoTwin mountainside resorts located in the twin peaks of Silver Mountain, Idaho offer unique real estate ownership opportunities. Choose from studios, one or two bedroom condos, or a penthouse at Morning Star Lodge to homes at Galena Ridge. Spectacular views and access to skiing, warm water recreation, and golf make these a dream come true. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoPanoramic views of snow capped mountains abound at Mountain Lake Ranch, an affordable ranch community located in charming San Luis, Colorado just a short drive from world class skiing and spectacular national parks. Purchase incredible 35+ acre parcels and enjoy the privacy and seclusion of this San Luis Valley ranch property. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoDon’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to own these 36 or 80 acre Arizona ranches currently offered for sale. Nestled in the Aravaipa Valley with an abundance of wildlife, this is the ideal horse ranch or retirement home. Fill your days with sunshine and awe-inspiring scenery from the comfort of your easy chair. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoBetween the spectacular Blue Ridge and South Mountains of western North Carolina, discover Grandview Peaks, a true mountain–top community featuring beautiful new log cabin homes. Enjoy long range panoramic mountain views and all of the outdoor activities for which the North Carolina mountains are renowned. Located near the town of Marion with easy access to I–40. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoThe splendor the Blue Ridge Mountains beckons at Red Wolf Run, where you’ll experience “Cosmopolitan Mountain Living”. This environmentally sensitive gated community offers only 70 home-sites ranging from one plus (1+) to seven plus (7+) acres. Low density and low impact provide unparalleled privacy. Situated on 275 acres of old growth forest in the Black Mountain Range, elevations range from near 2600 ft to nearly 3,900 feet, providing it’s residents with spectacular views to all four compass points. Red Wolf Run is a soft 24 mile, 25 minute ride from downtown Asheville…the cultural mecca of the Blue Ridge Mountains. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoNorth of Phoenix in the high region you’ll find Saddle Creek Ranch, home to generous 36 acre ranches set in the foothills between Wickenburg and Prescott. Just 15 of these incredible ranches are available. The community offers sweeping vistas from its 3,800 foot elevation, plentiful ground water and maintained roads. Here, amid the ever changing desert landscapes, is a ranch home you can build a future on. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoEscape to the mountain bliss of this new Blue Ridge community set in the historic town of Todd, offering just 97 spectacular homesites spread across 284 acres. Experience awe–inspiring mountain views from elevations of up to 4,620 feet and enjoy the peace and tranquility of a secluded high country community. Near the charming, picturesque mountain towns of Boone and Blowing Rock, just a short trip from Winston–Salem and Charlotte. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoAt Echota, life is a little more relaxed– you’ll live in harmony with the natural surrounds in exquisitely crafted single family homes, townhomes and condominiums. This 250 acre mountain community has been beautifully preserved to include ponds, streams and natural rock formations. Located close to the charming towns of Boone and Blowing Rock, Echota’s homes and homesites offer stunning views of nearby Grandfather Mountain and the magnificent North Carolina High Country. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoAmidst two unspoiled mountains in Marshall, North Carolina lies the Bear River Lodge, an eco-sensitive gated community with an emphasis on affordable mountain living. Whether seeking a weekend getaway, second home or retirement property, buyers will enjoy mountain living just 40 minutes from Asheville. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoWhite Oak’s acreage evokes thoughts of Ireland with gentle rolling hills, exceptional golf, horseback riding, a village center and a quiet vineyard. Experience the relaxed elegance which is White Oak and discover the Blue Ridge Mountain lifestyle you have only dreamed of. This private 1,000 acre golf and equestrian community is located near the North Carolina–South Carolina border in the beautiful town of Tryon. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoNestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains between Reno and Lake Tahoe, you will find Montrêux, a place of timeless beauty, a place of classic elegance, a private, gated community surrounds the unparalleled Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. Just one look at the towering pines, the picturesque mountains and the stunning architecture, and you will quickly come to appreciate the rarity and splendor of it all. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoThe Branches at East Fork is more of what you come to the mountains for with 85 extraordinary mountainside homesites near the East Fork of the French Broad River. This intimate, private mountain community offers 1 to 2 acre lots surrounded by pristine woodlands and preserved state and national parks. Located conveniently near Asheville, Hendersonville and Greenville, South Carolina in the ‘Land of the waterfalls.’ °
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