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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82117 sq ft
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor barbecue
Balcony
Internet access
Explore the area
Vail, CO
Vail Ski Resort
Place, Vail Ski Resort
1 min walk
Vail Valley Medical Center
Place, Vail Valley Medical Center
13 min walk
The Steadman Clinic
Place, The Steadman Clinic
15 min walk
Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional)
Airport, Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Vintage Vail Chalet Above the Village! Short Walk to Slopes, Restaurants, Shops
Journey back through time and experience all that was good, familiar, comfortably sweet and endearing about country living. Forest Road 385 is a glowing example of a French Country Homestead and one of the first of its kind built in the Vail Valley. This stylish abode boasts an exemplary mix of rustic and refined, vintage and sophisticated. It exhibits a comfortable casual elegance that is never ostentatious, but feels authentically homespun. Whites brighten the decor. Quilts, drapes and even shower curtains seem ‘hand made and handed down’. But there’s nothing lacking in terms of modern convenience and everything has a bright, clean and airy quality about it. Bird pictures and black and white photos of forested landscapes create an atmosphere of naturalism that is distinguishing. The definition of antique is having value because of its aesthetic or historical significance. An antique treasure that isn’t antiquated, Forest Road 385 is the perfect country ‘home away from home’ in the heart of Vail.
Here is your chance to sleep comfortably in a historical landmark! This wonderful 4 bed, 3 bath single family home on Forest Road is a quick, scenic three minute walk to the fine ski slopes. Much of the fashionable furnishings and appliances are new. Off the back deck is a gorgeous forested area with a babbling brook, and the home is an approximately 8 minute walk to Vail Village. Overall, this iconic masterpiece is a wonderful value for those looking to be in the midst of all the action!
*Summer reservations may be cancelled up to 30 days prior to arrival.*
Layout of the Interior: 4 BR/ 3 BA
We are living in a time of monumental change. What is truly essential has been newly re-defined for each of us. Time is now more precious than ever. We value your time and how you choose to spend it. So, why not make your ‘time-away’ really count? No time like the present. No place like here.
Because your safety, health and well being are of vital importance to us, we are taking extra pre-cautionary care in maintaining the cleanliness of all our properties, including:
• Increased hand washing for all employees & use of disposable gloves and masks
• Employees will stay home if sick.
• Housekeeping has always used and will continue to use anti-viral disinfectants on applicable surfaces. including, but not limited to, counter tops, appliances, light switches and doorknobs.
• Use of a professional laundry service for the linens. They use special cleaning products that are effective towards eradicating viruses/bacteria, in addition to washing in high temperatures.
• Use professional tools, including microfiber rags, large and small brushes, melamine foam sponges, and floor mops with replaceable cleaning pads.
• High-touch areas are cleaned and scrubbed with every cleaning, including light switches, fan pull chains, remote controls, cabinet knobs, appliance handles, kitchen counters, etc.
• Guests can check in directly to home, avoiding contact with others.
Reasons to book your dream vacation with us:
1. We offer industry leading travel insurance, with a few options available to suit your particular travel needs.
2. A simple, streamlined, efficient and convenient check-in process. Go directly to your property with your very own personal access/entry codes.
3. Trusted, family-owned business that has an exemplary reputation. Servicing the Vail Valley in property management for over 30 years. Staffed by a seasoned and immensely experienced, local managerial team.
4. 24 hour emergency on-call customer service with attentive on-duty staff.
5. Online concierge service to assist in planning your travel (i.e. reduced rates on rental car or transportation, discounted ski rentals and even grocery delivery.
Be our Guest Be at Home Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Town of Vail Sales Tax #007536
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Vail
Located in Lionshead, a neighbourhood in Vail, this holiday home is in the mountains. Vail Ski Resort and Beaver Creek Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Cogswell Gallery and Colorado Snowsports Museum and Hall of Fame are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
Vail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Garfinkel's - 17 min walk
Margie’s Haas - 14 min walk
Vail Chophouse - 17 min walk
The Remedy at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail - 16 min walk
Alpenrose Vail - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Vintage Vail Chalet Above the Village! Short Walk to Slopes, Restaurants, Shops pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Vintage Vail Chalet Above the Village! Short Walk to Slopes, Restaurants, Shops?
As of 18 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vintage Vail Chalet Above the Village! Short Walk to Slopes, Restaurants, Shops on 23 Jun, 2026 start from S$420, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Vintage Vail Chalet Above the Village! Short Walk to Slopes, Restaurants, Shops?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Vintage Vail Chalet Above the Village! Short Walk to Slopes, Restaurants, Shops?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Vintage Vail Chalet Above the Village! Short Walk to Slopes, Restaurants, Shops?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Vintage Vail Chalet Above the Village! Short Walk to Slopes, Restaurants, Shops located?
Located in Lionshead, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chaos Canyon and Vail Ski Resort. Cogswell Gallery and Vail Farmers' Market are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house has obviously been a well loved home for a family. It has a very homey feel. The kitchen was well equipped. Access to Vail village and ski slopes was really good. We had a great week. Thanks!
Daniel D.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the home's cozy feel and convenient location. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Was a really cool property very close to lions head and vail village. Had everything we needed to cook during our stay, very spacious, pretty surroundings. Will stay there again for next ski trip!
Our third stay, wonderful as usual. We will be back!
David L.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you have enjoyed your third stay with us. Your continued patronage and kind words mean a great deal to us. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future and providing you with another exceptional stay!
We stayed six nights to ski at Vail. The house is comfortable, well furnished, and a close walk to the ski slopes. We enjoyed the comfortable living room, kitchen and large dining table. Outstanding overall.
John M.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar, 2024
Thank you for leaving us a review, we're happy that you enjoyed!
We absolutely loved this house and the location. It’s about a 7-8 min walk down the hill to Lionshead Village. This home truly feels like “home away from home”. Wonderful family gathering area in the kitchen and living area. The kitchen was stocked with every single thing we needed for our big family meals. The upstairs bedroom with the 2 twin beds is a very large room, perfect for big or small kids. Property manager was super responsive and accommodating. We loved our stay in this home!
This house was SO cute and charming. It had everything we needed for our stay and the location was phenomenal. 5 min from lionshead and 10 min to vail village. ON FOOT!!! Its a beautiful walk too. The beds were comfortable and there's plenty of places to sit and relax. We really loved the charm of this older Vail home over the newer rentals. Its managed so flawlessly too. The only thing we wished it had was a dvd player for those rainy afternoons in summer. My kids got restless. The wifi is a little spotty but from what we heard in town, its a town issue not a property one. Super easy to access the house in the summer. Worth every penny.
Kathie Q.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
We are ecstatic you enjoyed your stay! We appreciate the time you took to give us feedback. Please come visit soon!
Location location location!! Walk to end of road to ski down to catch chair lift. Walk to Vail Village and Lionshead Village.
Plenty of room for entertaining.
The “bedroom “ on main floor is setup like a separate studio apartment with 2 twin against wall. Toe to toe. Bathroom on main level is through that room.
Downstairs are the other three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The King master was roomy and also had a door to outside. The hall bath didn’t work for our stay. Which made things awkward for the tother wo bedroom occupants as they had to come into someone’s bedroom to use facilities. We were reimbursed for 1 night by Vacasa for this inconvenience.
While this “historical” home needs some upgrading, it definitely was a great deal. And again the location!!
If bathroom was working, we would have had a perfect stay and would go back.
Jean P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are sorry that the half bath did not work. The toilet needed a part, that unfortunately had to be ordered, it is now fixed and working properly. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay overall, and we look forward to seeing you again.
Verified
8/10 Good
Sharon C.
1 Mar, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Nice location, but...
The house was very close to town; however, had I known that it was not on a bus route, I would not have rented this house, since an 81 year old was with me. It is within walking distance to town if you are fit and if you don't mind the snow and ice. Walking down the hill to the village in winter is treacherous, and we did not have a vehicle. The driveway was completely iced over and down a hill to the house, so attempting to drive down to the house would be foolhardy for anyone without 4WD and maybe even with it. The house is definitely not suitable for anyone with mobility problems, but if this is not an issue for your party, it is a good location. I was able to walk to the slopes and ski to the lift, so that was nice. The house was spacious, clean, and well-equipped. All was well until the heat quit the 4th day of our stay. It was not able to be repaired, and Berkshire Hathaway moved us to a beautiful condo in Lionshead Center. John was wonderful to us and very helpful in this process.
Sharon C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are glad that you enjoyed the home but we apologize for the problem with the heat and that it could not get solved quickly. It is extremely rare that we have to move a guest but we are glad that you were comfortable in the other property. We very much hope to see you again in the future.
The property worked perfectly for your week stay in Vail. It met all the requirements with enough bedrooms and bathrooms for our crew. The kitchen was well equipped. It was a short walk down the hill to the Vail Village.
We had a wonderful stay at the Classic Chalet. It is a throwback! A very roomy layout- living area and a studio bedroom upstairs, the three other bedrooms were down. There are quite a few steps from the parking down to the upper level (if mobility is an issue). Our only problem was there was a rhythmic squeaking noise in the master bedroom everytime the gas came on for either the furnace or water heater. I couldn't block it with earplugs. The management sent a few people out to look at it, but it persisted the whole week we were there.
We walked from the Chalet half a block to the ski run- you are under the Lionshead Gondola and the Born Free Lift just uphill from the bridge into the base. At the end of the day, it's a bit of a hike up the hill to get back to the chalet (come down Simba or Born Free- look for where they unload the sleds on a red landing). There is room for a car to load/unload at this point, but no parking.
The place is on a beautiful lot surrounded by multimillion dollar homes. It must be quite scenic in the summer. It had plenty of uncovered parking- though we had to jockey cars around each other.
In the winter, this is not really walkable to town- it is a curvy, steep, icy road and probably would take 30 minutes to get to the village (highly recommend 4 wheel drive). In the summer, you could walk on the ski run right into Lionshead- a bit of an uphill back. We did not see any town of Vail transportation.
This house is very convenient to Lionshead as it is no more than a 5 minute walk to the gondola area. I was disappointed with the very 2 suggestions/items needing attention--
Intermittent and weak WiFi. You could not conduct business on it for sure. Secondly, while the kitchen was equipped with many pots and pans, they were without tops and very old. A new teflon pan selection could be purchased at WalMart for under $50 and go a long way in helping renters cook(I have owned 3 rental homes!!). Thanks, John
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We will be taking a close look at each pot and pot and replacing immediately as needed. We hope we have the opportunity of hosting you in the future.
This house was perfect for a multi- generation family of 8.
Do be prepared to walk down & then UP the mountain road into the village. You have choices whether to walk down to Lionshead or into Vail Village.
Linda R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrea P.
12 Apr, 2019
Great
Great home in fantastic location!
Andrea P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
L D.
19 Mar, 2019
Wonderful location. Home is a bit outdated, but met our needs. We loved the fireplace and separation
Wonderful location. Home is a bit outdated, but met our needs. We loved the fireplace and separation of bedrooms from the living and dining rooms.
L D.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
seth z.
21 Jan, 2019
Vail ski house
Great location; walk 100 yds to slope. Kitchen was fully equipped, new appliances. Bathrooms a bit dated, but fully functional, lots of hot water (everyone can shower right off the slopes). Be sure to get a 4WD vehicle; driveway is steep, and could be tough to get out if it's snowy or icy. More than met our needs & expectations.
seth z.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
About the host
Hosted by Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices
Original owners of this iconic Vail home. One of the first built in Vail
Why they chose this property
Great space, great location.
What makes this property unique
Walk to slopes and village
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests