Grand County Life

Local Look: Grand County's Medical Services

Where to Find Local Emergency, Urgent Care, Walk-in, Specialty, and Primary Care Services 

Whether you're a long-time local, just joined our community (welcome!), or are thinking about making a move to the mountains, you might find yourself in need of medical services here in Grand County. We are grateful for how our small, rural community's health care resources have expanded in the past few years as the area grows and more and more people call this place home. So even if you've lived here awhile, you might find that there is more available than the last time you checked! We've put together a list of local emergency, urgent, primary, and specialty care options in the Winter Park area, so you'll know your options when the time comes! 

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Neighborhoods + Subdivisions: Grand Park

Grand Park's Master-Planned Community Offers Sweeping Views and Prime Fraser Valley Location in a Cozy Neighborhood of Single-Family Homes, Townhomes + Condos

Finding that small-town, cozy neighborhood with paved, sidewalk-lined roads, a prime location, and views for days can be a relative unicorn in mountain communities. Grand Park Colorado manages to provide just that and more. The master-planned subdivision sits to the west of Highway 40 on 1,330 acres spanning between Winter Park and Fraser. Single-family homes, townhomes, and condos are nestled in the quiet neighborhood with out-the-door access to trails and free transit stops. Restaurants, shopping, groceries, The Foundry Cinema + Bowl,, and the Grand Park Recreation Center are around the…

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Vacant Land in Fraser: No HOA + Paved Roads

New Listing: Vacant Land in Fraser, no HOA!

Wonderful opportunity to build in the desirable neighborhood of Winter Park Ranch in Fraser. Boasting views to the west and healthy trees, this corner lot on Cranmer Avenue and Elk Court provides the convenience of paved roads on the bus route plus the privacy of a cul-de-sac. At nearly 1 acre, offering buyers so many options! Fantastic location with no HOA, close to trails, shopping, and dining, and just a short drive to Winter Park Resort. Learn more about buying vacant land in Grand County here, then get out and see the property for yourself, you don't want to miss it! 

2.5% Buyer Agent Compensation Offered

Listed By: Angela Sandstrom

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Local Childcare Options

Grand County's Childcare Options: Full-Time, Drop-in, and Seasonal Classes/Programs 

If you have a young family and live in Grand County full-time, have a second-home, or vacation here, you'll likely be on the hunt for child care at some point. Whether you're looking for full-time care at an established daycare or preschool, needing a drop-in situation while you take a few turns at the ski area, hoping to get in on summer day camps, or ready to take advantage of local youth programming, we're confident you can find an option that suits your family's needs!

Full-Time Daycare + Preschool

As far as full or part-time infant, toddler, and preschool options, our county has established childcare facilities from Winter Park to Granby. All of the…

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Halloween Events in the Fraser Valley

Pack in the Fun with a Full Calendar of Events this Halloween!

We know we might be a little bias, but we think our Grand County small towns really do Halloween right. From Granby's Main Street Trick-or-Treat to Winter Park's Halloween Bash at Cooper Creek Square to trick-or-treating in Old Town Fraser, the energy is palpable, and the events just keep coming. If you're in the mountains for the holiday this year, there is definitely no shortage of family fun. So mark your calendars, costume up, and hit the town mountain-style for Halloween this year! 

GRANBY MAIN STREET TRICK-OR-TREAT

Friday, October 27: 4-6pm

Kick off Halloween weekend with a family-favorite evening of trick-or-treating in the heart of Granby. Businesses up and down Main…

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Nonprofit Spotlight: Shining Stars Foundation

Shining Stars Foundation Provides Outdoor Social + Recreational Experiences to Children Battling Life Threatening Illnesses 

Our community has an inspirational history of banding together to love and care for those in need. From the overwhelming response providing for and supporting victims of the East Troublesome Fire to events to raise funds for those who've lost someone too soon to the grassroots Grand County Outbreak of Kindness movement, Grand County truly is "Grand County Strong." And the Grand County-based Shining Stars Foundation is yet another example of how our community is committed to building people up and breathing life into the most challenging circumstances. 

The Shining Stars Foundation got its start in 2001 with an intentional,…

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Local Look: Elevate Your Space Organizing

Elevate Your Space Home + Office Organizing: The Go-To Professional Organizer for Creating Order and Optimizing Function in Your Grand County Home

Whether you've just closed on a new place in the Fraser Valley, are ready to move into your long-awaited custom-built home, or simply need to revamp your existing space, hiring a professional organizer can help create that zen space we all dream of, the one that equates itself with mountain living.

A retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life and place where we can soak in the beauty of nature, having a home in the Winter Park area means the outdoor playground that is the Rocky Mountains is quite literally out the back door. We live here so we can take advantage of nature and settle into a slower…

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Your Guide to the Selling Process

Thinking About Selling? Get to Know the Ins + Outs of the Process to Streamline Your Sale and Maximize Profit

Whether you're sizing up, sizing down, moving out of town, or cashing in on your mountain real estate investment, you want to get the best return possible on your mountain property. Understanding what to expect and the value of a local realtor in the process before you list your property will help streamline the selling process and bring you to the closing table with maximum profit. 

THE PROCESS

1. Interview: Find the right Realtor for you

Having a local Realtor who is familiar with the market is key. Informed property descriptions set your listing apart, and top-notch marketing coupled with access to local resources increase…

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Neighborhoods + Subdivisions: Zephyr Mountain Lodge

Zephyr Mountain Lodge: Living the Dream with Ski-In, Ski-Out Condos Steps from The Gondola at Winter Park Resort

Mountain living at the base of Winter Park Resort? It truly is what dreams are made of. Zephyr Mountain Lodge offers individually owned hotel-style condos nestled in the heart of The Village at Winter Park, just over 100 feet from The Gondola. Grab your gear from your main-floor private ski locker, step out your front door to get first tracks on a powder day, and pop home for lunch before heading back out on the mountain without ever having to find a place to park! Constructed in 1999 and 2000, the Zephyr was the first property to go up in The Village. The mid rise mountain contemporary-style lodge boasts functional layouts, a prime…

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3 Bedroom Home On The Meadow in Grand Park

Welcome home to this stunning home situated in Grand Park, offering breathtaking views of Cozens Meadows and the majestic Continental Divide. With an ideal location and luxurious features, this property is perfect for those seeking comfort, style, and convenience. The 3 bedroom, 2.75 bath home features a den on the main floor, which can be used as an office, additional living area, or a bunk room. The kitchen and dining area are designed for entertaining. A new boiler, new sprinkler system, recent exterior paint along with a radiant floor heating system make this home turn-key! One of the highlights of this property is the charming front porch and private backyard area, perfect for enjoying the mountain air and taking in views.

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