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From Park City to Aspen, as soon as the first snow hits, skiers, snowboarders and snow bunnies flock to North America’s ski towns to make the most of the winter season. Engel & Völkers has rounded up the perfect ski homes in eight of Canada and the United States’ most coveted ski enclaves.
“As Canada and the United States offer some of the best ski destinations in the world, these areas are continuing to attract notable global clientele,” says Anthony Hitt, CEO of Engel & Völkers North America. “Our on-the-ground experts from each of these towns have pulled together the top residences that allow todays discerning buyers to live luxuriously in these beautiful destinations.”
Check out the list below to find eight of the best ski resort towns in North America:
Aspen, Colorado
A well-known celebrity retreat, Aspen is a popular ski town with more to offer than just hitting the slopes. Celebrities such as Goldie Hawn, Kevin Costner, Mariah Carey and Antonio Banderas call Aspen home every winter and enjoy activities such as exploring the Aspen Art Museum, tasting the latest foodie sensations at the Aspen Food + Wine Festival, dining at the area’s over 60 fine eating establishments, or participating in festivals and events including the X-Games, Winterskol and FIS World Coup.
521 N. Seventh Street, Aspen, CO
$3,495,000
Engel & Völkers Aspen
Vail, Colorado
Renowned for having some of Colorado’s most sought-after ski slopes, Vail consistently attracts famous figures, such as Michael Bloomberg and pro skiier Lindsey Vonn, who are drawn to the exclusivity and wider variety of activities than a traditional ski town, such as dance festivals, concerts and the Audi Birds of Prey World Cup. The notable Colorado region also boasts beautiful natural landscapes from the scenic countryside trails to picturesque mountains.
$6,900,000
Engel & Völkers Vail
Sun Valley, Idaho
Known as the nation’s first ski resort destination, Sun Valley was first put on the map in the late 1930s when glamorous stars of the day began to visit its premier ski area, Bald Mountain. Since then celebrities from the likes of Jamie Lee Curtis, Demi Moore and Clint Eastwood have called Sun Valley home for the winter season. Its beautiful natural surroundings, seclusion from the rest of the world and unmatched slopes make Sun Valley the ultimate spot to retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily city life.
157 Aspen Lakes Drive, Hailey, ID
$6,499,000
Engel & Völkers Sun Valley
Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada
With over a dozen resorts featuring slopes perfect for the avid skier or snowboarder to hit, including Donner Lake, Heavenly Valley and Squaw Valley, key players and celebrities alike, from Larry Ellison to Michael Milken, have been known to flock to the snowy escape in the Sierra Nevada. The area features breathtaking natural scenery, with the namesake lake a pinnacle of the region, notable hiking and biking trails, and a vibrant cultural scene with festivals such as Snowglobe and Snowfest.
996 Lakeview Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA
$975,000
Engel & Völkers Lake Tahoe
Lake Placid, New York
A vibrant resort destination, Lake Placid is world-renowned for hosting the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics. Lake Placid resides in the Adirondack Park, a forever wild preserve with quaint villages nestled in the mountains and lakes. The area offers a respite from the city, a perfect place to escape the crowds, admire the natural scenery and enjoy the array of winter activities includes ice climbing, alpine and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating and snowmobiling.
156 Mount Whitney Way, Lake Placid, NY
$5,950,000
Engel & Völkers Lake Placid
Tremblant, Quebec
Consistently voted the #1 Ski Resort in Eastern North America by SKI Magazine readers for close to two decades, Tremblant not only features some of the most sought-out slopes in North America, but also a variety of highly acclaimed major events including IRONMAN Mont-Tremblant, 24h Tremblant, Snow Polo, Canadian Alpine Championships and Canadian Snowboard Championships. The winter enclave’s other renowned offerings include panoramic views of the spectacular Laurentian mountain range, proximity to the beautiful Mont-Tremblant National Park and its diverse recreational offerings, a variety of notable restaurants and Circuit Mont-Tremblant which has been known to lure in A-listers such as Catherine Zeta Jones and Michael Douglas and professional athletes including Mario Lemieux.
11 Ch. Killarney, Mont-Tremblant, Quebec
$4,850,000
Engel & Völkers Tremblant
Bromont, Quebec
Bromont is known as North America’s largest ski destination for illuminated nighttime skiing, and boasts over 141 total trails. Canada’s most recognized business executives, politicians, celebrities and athletes live in the area and enjoy Bromont’s vintage downtown village with quaint shops and restaurants as well as breathtaking natural beauty with scenic vistas.
825 Rue O’connor, Bromont, Quebec
$1,095,000
Engel & Völkers Bromont
Park City, Utah
Home to both the largest ski resort in North America and the Sundance Film Festival, Park City attracts celebrities such as Will Smith and Michael Jordan, who love the outdoor recreational activities. For those who prefer to skip the slopes, the picturesque town also features a thriving arts and culture scene, world-class fine dining and luxurious retail offerings.
$12,900,000
Engel & Völkers Park City
