David and Jennifer Banks have owned Hilltop since 2004. Prior to 2019, they co-owned the property with Jennifer’s sister, Susan Fenske and her husband, Lance. Jennifer and Susan wanted a place where they could share lifetime memories together with their families. In the past 20 years, they and their families have made those lasting memories and enjoyed lots of good times.
They love just hanging out and relaxing at the house, hiking, canoeing, and picnicking on the shores of Shadow Mountain Lake. It wouldn't be a family gathering without a well-thought-out weekend of yummy food and meals to prepare. Nothing says family like sitting around the dining room table enjoying good times together! Lance and David relax by minding the property, including thinning the many Lodgepole Pine trees found on the two-acre secluded lot. Chainsaws, Yes! They have built a large fire pit and two new decks (including the most rent “Blue Bird Deck” in 2020, with its breathtaking views of the lakes, the town of Grand Lake and Rocky Mountain National Park).
Lance loves nodding off on warm summer afternoons during the fifth inning of Colorado Rockies baseball games. The kids (grown now and including one grandson) love the laid-back feel of Grand Lake, and love coming up to 'get-away' from the stresses of life.
Family is number one with us, and our mountain home helps us keep that a priority!
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