Grand County Life

Townhome with Fraser River + Mountain Views

Updated and Spacious with Views + Storage!

Perched on the ridge with stunning views, Railbender #3 is the ideal mountain home. Enter this townhome style condo at the main level to find a drop spot, one of three bedrooms, a detached bathroom, and spacious remodeled kitchen and dining area. Upstairs, the second and third bedrooms, both have ensuite bathrooms. The lower level has plenty of room to gather and get cozy by the fire, enjoy the stunning view, or curl up on the couch watching a movie. With a bath + shower and sauna, this space could also serve as a bonus sleeping area. Relax in the hot tub after enjoying all the mountains have to offer. Ample storage inside, and large, private garage with extra room for gear. Updated throughout, vaulted…

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Enjoy Summer at YMCA's Snow Mountain Ranch

Take Advantage of Snow Mountain Ranch this Summer!

While covered in snow for almost 10 months of the year, the name Snow Mountain Ranch might be a misnomer--summer season is prime at the ranch, offering opportunities for all ages to enjoy the splendor of the outdoors in our neck of the Rocky Mountains. Nestled between downtown Granby and Tabernash just off Highway 40, Grand County's branch of the YMCA of the Rockies is definitely worth exploring this summer!

Snow Mountain Ranch is what some refer to as "one of the best kept secrets" in the county.  With rustic charm and over 5,000 acres to explore, it's easy to get outside and take advantage of our short but sweet summer in Grand County at their expansive property. 

HIKING & BIKING

If…

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Commissioners Question Airbnb Claims Around Short-Term Rentals

Colorado High-Country Commissioners Recognize the Connection Between Short-Term Rentals and the Workforce Housing Crisis

If you live in Grand County full time, have a second home, visit when possible, or are considering investing in a property, it's more than likely you've heard conversations around the shortage of housing for the local workforce. Grand County is not an outlier in mountain communities--workforce housing has become scarce throughout Colorado's high country. While the factors that contribute to the erosion of worker housing in the Rocky Mountains are numerous, many point to the exponential increase in short-term rentals (STRs) such as those listed on Airbnb as potential catalysts. 

While our communities are beyond grateful for the…

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Rodeo Season is Here!

Small-town Rodeos at Their Finest: The High Country Stampede and Flying Heels Arena Do it Right!

Pull on your boots and slide on your western hat: Grand County rodeos are ready for you every Saturday this summer! Designed to entertain all ages, these rodeos bring out the small-town charm and western roots of our little valley. Both the Flying Heels Arena in Granby and the High Country Stampede in Fraser run every Saturday night this summer, rain or shine. The Granby rodeo got its start in June and ends the last Saturday in July while the Fraser rodeo started mid-summer and runs until August 13th. 

HIGH COUNTRY STAMPEDE RODEO

Saturdays, July 2-August 16

Junior Rodeo – 3:00pm
Western BBQ – 4:00 – 9:00pm
Wild West Stampede Pre-Rodeo Event –…

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Check Out Our Favorite Mountain Biking Trails!

Put Some Mountains in Your Biking! 

Summer days equate to summer rides for us! We honestly aren't sure if life can get any better than a good ride on a summer day. It's no question that Grand County offers some of the best mountain biking around. With over 600 miles of cross-country trails in the Fraser Valley alone and world-class downhill trails at both Winter Park Resort and Granby Ranch, it's easy to find the perfect route for anything from your epic 30-mile adventure or a quick loop on your lunch break. 

While we both love exploring the extensive trail system, we each have our favorite "go-to" rides. Leah makes getting out on the Tipperary Creek trail a habit as she can easily ride to the trailhead from right out her back door. This…

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Celebrate the 4th of July Grand County-Style!

Celebrate With Us: 4th of July Weekend Events! 

Grand County really does the 4th right: live music, races, a parade, rodeos, fireworks and more make this the quintessential place to celebrate. We've done our best to compile all of the events coming your way 4th of July weekend--we did the digging for you so you can kick back, relax, and enjoy your time in the mountains! Just getting the list together makes us so grateful for all our community has to offer. We hope you feel the same way! 

Friday, July 1

12-4pm: Granby Ranch Shine and Show Open car show

1-3pm: Live music in the Village at Winter Park Resort with John McKay

5-8pm: First Friday @ Uptripping in Winter Park (live music + local art + tacos + open bar = mark your calendar!)

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Summer Events in the Fraser Valley

2022 Summer Events: Concerts, Festivals, Races + More

Summer has officially arrived, and a jam-packed summer event schedule has arrived with it! In addition to the extensive opportunities to play outside hiking, biking, fishing, boating, camping, golfing and enjoying the sheer beauty of our slice of the Rocky Mountains, our community has pulled out all the stops to bring you concerts, festivals, races, and more throughout the summer season. It's often been said that people move to Winter Park for the winter but stay for the summer--we think you'll  agree if you are fortunate enough to get time to enjoy this place we call home this summer!

BLUES FROM THE TOP

June 24-26

This three-day music festival held at the Rendezvous Event Center in…

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Sunny + Bright 1 bedroom in Fraser

Move in ready: New appliances + new flooring!

This top floor 1 bedroom condo in Fraser is move in ready! New flooring, paint, + brand new kitchen appliances! You'll appreciate how sunny + bright this condo is with ample windows. W/D in the unit. Located in Waterside West, this condo is walking distance to grocery, coffee, breweries, distillery, shops and restaurants.

Listed By: Leah Bishop (970)531-4723

Please Contact Leah for information + showing availability . 

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Why Having a Local Realtor is Key

 The Importance of a Local Realtor: Being Present, Involved, and Informed Matters 

Just yesterday, someone stopped me in the courtyard below our office in downtown Winter Park to ask me about a coffee shop that sells fudge he’d read about, and I easily directed him toward the new coffee shop by Winter Park’s transit center, The Lift. It’s hard to count the number of times I’ve been asked, “Do you live here?” followed by questions that typically only someone who does can answer: Is this the way to the Blue Sky trailhead? Where’s the best sushi place around here? Is there dispersed camping by that lake? Do you know if there will be any outdoor live music this summer? I’m in the same boat when visiting somewhere new–I seek out locals who know their…

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Sweet Summer: Free Live Music from Winter Park to Granby

Free Outdoor Live Music this Summer!

Outdoor music feels like the heartbeat of our community as the days get longer and summer settles in. Gathering together with blankets, chairs, picnics, and coolers to bask in the warmth of the season is a summer staple for most in Grand County. Abuzz with laughter, conversation, and connection, the town feels alive and the love of our community and natural environment is palpable. Opportunities to enjoy free, high-quality live music with the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains abound. Wolf Park, Granby Ranch, Rendezvous Event Center, Fraser Old Schoolhouse Park, and Cooper Creek Square are all home to free summer concert series' in Grand County. Be sure to swing by and check (at least) one out this summer if you're…

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