Alpenglow Ranch: A mountain aerie, high on a hilltop, overlooking the San Juans
Location: Telluride, Telluride Area, Southwest, Colorado, USA (On scenic Wilson Mesa, about twenty minutes from town...)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
ALPENGLOW RANCH offers some of the most spectacular, jaw-dropping views in the entire Telluride region. This unique "top of the world" location features 360 degree views from atop 12 acres with a pond. The spectacular San Juan Mountains surrounding Telluride viewed from inside or from the wrap-around flagstone terrace are always inspiring. Rarely is this level of view property made available for vacation rentals, throughout the United States, and virtually never at such reasonable prices.
Sharing the mesa with Alpenglow is the best horseback riding in the area, at Many Ponies ranch, just down the road.
Inside Alpenglow ranch, the glassy Great Room was designed for entertaining, and is a joy for even the chef to use. The single level design makes it easy to get around this spacious, comfortable 2500sqft country home.
Watching the seasons go by your window is a constant pleasure, as well as the wildlife that is always around, sometimes even looking in the windows! You can expect to see Deer, Elk, Fox, Ermine, Rabbit, Hawk and Eagle, with Duck, Goose and Great Blue Heron hanging out in the pond. Topped off by the morning and evening alpenglow, this house is a wonderful place to observe nature at its most beautiful, in a private setting, just a short, beautiful drive from everything Telluride has to offer.
Throughout the spring and summer, beautiful pastures on the horizon have horses grazing in pastures below. On the road up to the house, new colts with their mares can be seen gamboling in the grassy fields.
In the master suite, the master bath features a beautiful antique claw-foot tub, and also boasts awesome views. Throughout the house, on this sunny hilltop, and with infloor heating throughout, it's always cozy at Alpenglow Ranch!
We look forward to being your hosts, and welcoming you personally to Telluride! You can count on a thoroughly unforgettable vacation experience.
David, Bianca, Don, Chrissy & John
Telluride's "Luxe for Less"(TM) Vacation Homes
Highland Conference Services
Telluride, Colorado USA
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Child Bed: Alpenglow also features Aero "Sleepaway" beds for young children. Children love these little "nest" type beds, and we provide kids style mattress covers, linens, comforters, pillows, etc.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: The ranch offers a limited selection of titles on DVD or VHS at this time, but feel feel free to bring DVDs or tapes, and enjoy them on our system. Telluride has a very good video store where you can rent new releases, classic movies, family fare, etc.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Alpenglow has a DVD/CD system, and a small selection of music of various genres. Again, feel free to bring DVDs or CDs to enjoy on our system.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Alpenglow features a large country kitchen, large dining table and chairs, all in a Great Room with spectacular views, fplc/wdstve, etc. Perfect setup for entertaining, preparing and enjoying meals together, etc. in the heart of the house.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: Telluride offers several good options for private chefs and private catering.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Large gas grill just out the door. Over 12 acres of privacy from high on a hill, overlooking much of the San Juan range.
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Alpenglow Ranch features some of the most stunning views in the county, overlooking much of the San Juan Range, including Telluride's ski mountain. All on 12+ acres with a pond of top of the hill privacy.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- VIEWS, with plenty of peace and quiet, privacy. The perfect retreat-style getaway, yet just minutes away from everything worth doing in Telluride. Located in the same area: Many Ponies, one of Telluride's top horse outfitters, and Faraway Ranch, Telluride's premier Nordic Center for X-C skiing, etc.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): Alpenglow is a large rambling ranch house, all on one level. There is a half flight of interior stairs in the main enty/mudroom, but for those with some mobility, all the rest is on one level, including wandering outside in major view zones. Contact us for more info if you have special needs.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): See note above re: "handicapped accessible."
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- In the immediate area: Many Ponies, one of Telluride's best horse outfitters, and fishing in nearby streams, and X-C skiing right out the door.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer Value/Winter Value .............................. $249/night
Most Festivals and Holidays............................. $295/night
Film, Bluegrass, Blues&Brews Festivals.................. $349/night
Presidents' Day Holiday and Spring Break weeks.......... $349/night
Peak Fall Colors Season (late Sep/early Oct)............ $279/night
Xmas and/or New Year's Holiday Weeks w/1 week min. stay. $495/night
Spring/Fall Offseaons................................. $229/night
Rates are based on single or double occupancy, and on a typical 5-7 night stay.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- Alpenglow Ranch: A mountain aerie, high on a hilltop, overlooking the San Juans - Telluride, Colorado Vacation Home
- An idyllic setting -- so near, and yet so far... - Telluride, Colorado Vacation Home
- Your own private hilltop, with 360 degree views of the entire San Juan Range. - Telluride, Colorado Vacation Home
- Incredible but True: The breathtaking, panoramic views from the Great Room...
- Fall colors, looking out from a terrace at the scene across the valley.
- A breezeway overlooking a terrace, and simply stunning views of the San Juans...
- A sunny spot for friends and family to gather and prepare meals together...
- And the views from the Gourmet Kitchen: so grand, we needed a special lens...
- Now That's a Great Room! Even a special lens can't capture all the views...
- A peaceful moment, just before sunset, gazing out from the quiet Sunroom.
- You'll be cozy in the charming bedrooms at Alpenglow... all with great views...
- A calf elk, just outside a window in the Guest Bath in winter...
- Early Winter at Alpenglow Ranch, with the first winter storm moving in.
- Nightfall at Alpenglow Ranch.
- The incredible "long views" at Alpenglow Ranch -- "True Grit" and then some...
- Come feel the magic of the mountains... at the Alpenglow Ranch in Telluride, CO
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