Themed MovieRm/Games, 2Fireplaces, InFloorHeating, EZ drive ski & hot springs

Celebrate the season at Aspenwood House + decorated Xmas tree + hot cocoa bar + cozy throw blankets + holiday movies + board games + fully stocked kitchen for festive meals + easy-burn logs on the Roaring Fork River!

** Expansive Great Room, 75" Frame TV, 3 Zone Sonos system

** Gas & wood-burning fireplaces, radiant floor heating with an 8-person hot tub

** Themed TV Rm, theater recliners, board games & 75" TV - popcorn included!

** Steam shower, soaking tub & a Toto integrated bidet.

** 25 mi to Aspen Snowmass exit & SkiSunlight & 6 mi to hot springs

Everything’s within easy reach for effortless family time to grocery & wine store, Nepalese take-out, the Garage Bar/Carbondale Beer Works and two, yes, TWO food trucks - BBQ Rib Shack & Taqueria Azteca. Grab snacks for movie night or pick up tacos and craft brews!

**Flat, plowed street offers easy access to Hwy 82 — no steep mountain roads!
- Just a 5-minute walk to the bus for ski slopes and downtown Glenwood Springs

Pls provide ages of guests and info about your group visit w/ request to book.

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Most recent review: "The grounds are stunning! We would have been happy hanging on the deck overlooking the river.. between the fishing, river tubing, volleyball, horseshoes, cornhole, light-up bocci and the hot tub, we barely left the property."

* Fully stocked chef’s kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances

- Two coffee machines, Ninja multicooker, and quality cookware

-Large center island, 6-burner stove, two sinks, and a 52" double-door refrigerator

Note: No formal dining table - bar and island seating seats ten, providing a perfect spot for memorable meals and conversation.

*TWO large and luxurious Primary Ensuites called 1) The Rivers Edge & 2) The Riverside Retreat.
- Each suite features newer Tempur-Pedic & Ameri-Sleep Luxe mattresses with Restoration Hardware Caydon furnishings

- Newly renovated steam shower with elegant Lymra Limestone & your own in-room coffee station and sleek glass dry bar (in 2nd floor suite)

- Spa-style amenities: heated shower bench & floors, soaking tub, Sonos in-ceiling sound system.

-- 3rd Bedroom – The ensuite Alpine Room
- Perfect for kids with a Queen & Double bed
- Extra sleeping space available on the **8’ living room couch** (not a pullout)

-- 4th Bedroom / Entertainment Hub
Themed Media Room features a 75” screen & 5 reclining loungers
- Queen Murphy bed, Pack ’n Play, booster seat & board games galore
** Easy‑glide Snow Tubes & River Tubes for the entire family and Ping Pong Table is available (only in summer) and located in garage.

- We use soft, natural fiber cotton, eco‑friendly bedding (Parachute) & natural cleaning supplies for a clean & chemical‑free stay.

For Gym Access / Shared ONLY (seasonal availability). This amenity is not part of vrbo listing. 500 sq ft gym equipped with Concept2 RowErg, free weights/rack bars, ab coaster, leg press, resistance bands and balls w/yoga space to maintain your fitness routine. Designated hours of use due to shared work studio space w/family members.

*Brand new 5-ton commercial central air conditioning unit (Dec 2025). This is a top-of-the-line cooling unit that will keep your family comfortable on the hottest of summer days.

Our Aspenwood House has been featured in Highlands Ranch Lifestyle, Cypress TX Lifestyle & South Orlando Lifestyle Magazines.

** Important Details:
- The driveway entry is shared with a red detached studio, located across the 3-acre lot, periodically used by our niece for quiet, creative work. Beyond the entry point, the driveway & home are private for guest use.
- RENTAL AGREEMENT w/ photo ID must be signed at TOB. (Airbnb policy: https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/465) & a Damage Deposit Hold of $1500 (Airbnb policy: https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/140).
- There are motion activated front & rear entrance/deck access & garage door temp camera-sensor.
- Animal Allergen-Free: Due to our family's physician-verified allergen, we regretfully cannot accommodate animals.

DISTANCE:
- * EASY ACCESS in WINTER! Just mere seconds to reach Hwy 82 with our flat, regularly plowed driveway/street and minutes to Glenwood Springs & Carbondale.
--> Keep in mind that other homes located closer to ski resorts have longer drive time with unplowed, steep mountainous roads.
- Quick stroll to corner market/wine store, Nepalese take-out, the Garage Bar/Carbondale Beer Works and 2 food trucks - BBQ/Ribs and Taqueria Azteca.
- 45 min to Vail-Eagle airport
- 142 miles to Denver International Airport (DEN)

SKI ACCESS:
27 mi to Brush Creek Exit/Aspen/Snowmass Ski Resort
20 mi to Sunlight Ski Resort

SHOPPING:
- Walking distance to corner market, liquor store, Nepalese take-out, The Garage Bar tap house & food trucks - BBQ and Mexican!
- 5 miles to Glenwood Hot Springs / Iron Hot Springs and Yampah Vapor Caves/Spa Svcs & Carbondale / CityMarket Grocery/
- 15 min to Whole Foods, outdoor clothing stores & bike/ski shops

Holiday Markets
• Deck the Walls Holiday Market (Carbondale) — A gallery-turned-market showing handmade artisan goods from ~60 local-regional makers. Runs November 14 through December 24, 2025. 
• Winter Holiday Market 2025 at Snowmass Base Village — December 12 & 13, featuring 20+ local artisan vendors. 
• Emma Schoolhouse Bazaar (Basalt) — Annual local-artisan shopping event. 
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Ice Skating
• Winter on Ice: Holiday Ice Skating (Glenwood Springs Community Center) — recurring skating sessions beginning late November through December. 
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Ski Season Opening / Winter Festivals
• Wintersköl (Aspen & Snowmass) — December 11-14, 2025: early‐season skiing, torchlight descents, bonfires, fireworks. 
• Winter on the Mountain at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park — November 22, 2025-Jan 4, 2026: mountaintop gondola, lights, tree lighting, holiday décor.
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Fireworks / Light Festivals / New Year’s Events
• The Snowmass NYE event: New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks — December 31 at 6:00 pm (torchlight parade) and fireworks at 10:00 pm. 
• At Glenwood Caverns: part of “Winter on the Mountain” includes a light show every half-hour starting at 5:30 pm and a kickoff with tree lighting.

POINTS OF INTEREST:
Our home offers peaceful riverside seclusion but also convenience, minutes away to downtown Glenwood Springs and Carbondale where you'll find boutiques and excellent restaurants. Local favorites include Riviera Supper Club and Scratch Kitchen, Glenwood Canyon Brewery, The Pullman and Nepal Restaurant, a short walk from our rental home.

Aspen Snowmass & Sunlight Ski Resort is 25 mi away. Sunlight Ski Resort sits at an elevation of nearly 8K feet and if your family is learning to ski, the resort offers exceptional lesson packages for a great value.

During the summer months, fish from your own backyard on Gold Medal waters, tour the area on mountain bike and hike the Rio Grande Trail. Make sure you add Hanging Lake to your trip’s to-do list for a beautiful turquoise lake, waterfall, and breathtaking scenery. In autumn, make time for the Maroon Bells, 25 mi up valley. Be sure to make reservations for entry!

For adrenaline junkies, the area offers whitewater rafting, ATV excursions, horseback riding and even paragliding. Prefer to unwind? Head to Iron Mtn Hot Springs or Glenwood Hot Springs Pool, the world’s largest mineral hot springs pool. Enjoy the 102-degree therapy pool, splash down water slides, relax in lounge chairs, or grab a bite at the poolside restaurant. Families will also love a day at Glenwood Adventure Park and Tram!

ABOUT: No cleaning fees, no check-out lists, no third-party management. As Swiss Americans, my family first settled in Denver Co. and eventually moved to the Roaring Fork Valley and the SF Bay Area. I've managed our own family homes for 17 years and I’ve been a Superhost (45 quarters) since 2014 - Fewer than 20 hosts out of 5 million worldwide hold this premier service hospitality distinction and top Guest Favorite. We are small biz owners & love to provide "local insights" to create a memorable vacation for your family!

Our Aspenwood House has been featured in Highlands Ranch Lifestyle, Cypress TX Lifestyle & South Orlando Lifestyle Magazines.

Extra cost (advance notice is required):
Housekeeping
Kitchen pre-stocking
Activities and excursions

We do not accept 3rd Party bookings.