Ascent Sotheby's International Realty_Vail Valley Luxury Rentals MILESTONES MAGAZINE_Summer/Fall 2015 | Page 31

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A ski home doesn’t just need to be
for skiing—here are some ways to get
the most out of a mountain residence
from winter to summer and back.

FIND THE RIGHT FIT
Obviously the quality of the skiing is a priority, but what
is the character of the resor t town? What happens off
the mountain—the culture, shopping and dining—will be
an equal par t of the living experience. Pierre Hagmann,
Associate Director of Sales for Cardis Sotheby’s International
Realty in Geneva, Switzerland, says, “There are two different
lifestyles during the winter months. The first life star ts in
the morning and ends at 4pm, and the second life star ts late
—and ends even later.”

KNOW YOUR PURPOSE
Stockton advises clients to figure out early how they’ll
be using their proper ty. If skiing is indeed the number
one priority, a ski-in ski-out residence near the slopes will
be at the top of the list. But more and more resor ts are
offering upscale services like ski concierges, ski storage
and transpor tation that lessen the need for direct access
to the ski runs.

Hagmann also recommends visiting the town or resort in the
off months to get a feel for the vibrancy, the popular activities,
the quality of hospitals and health centers, and generally how
the full-time residents live. In other words, make sure there
are no surprises.

Buyers who know they will be using their homes yearround often seek more privacy and therefore homes far ther
removed from the bustle of the slopes. In this case they might
look into joining a private ski club near the mountain, which,
like a golf club, is a home away from home offering valet
service and parking, storage, comfor table lounges with food
and drink and a social network.

For American buyers heading into the spacious West,
convenience and accessibility is another major factor.
Selecting a market that features a nearby airpor t served
by major airlines will make getting there less of a chore
and thus more usable year round.

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