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View Crested Butte Real EstateHomeowners Have Incredible Equity To Leverage Right Now
Even though home prices have been stabilizing over the last year, many homeowners still have an incredible amount of equity. This can be a powerful tool to help you make a move in today’s market. You may be able to use the equity in your home for the down payment on...
Buyer Activity Is Up Despite Higher Mortgage Rates
With mortgage rates on the rise, many potential Sellers are wondering if now is the right time to sell. The good news is that despite higher mortgage rates, Buyer activity is still steady and even gaining momentum as we head into the summer selling season. In an...
5 Outdoor Entertaining Trends Defining How We’ll Gather Outside in 2023
The snow is finally melting away here in the high country and at a pretty incredible rate. Summer will soon be here which has us all looking forward to outdoor activities and summer gatherings. Outdoor entertaining has taken on a new level of importance over the past...
RMBL Snow Persistence Forecast Map For 2023
RMBL has released their Snow Persistence Forecast Map for 2023. This map was created by Dr. Ian Breckheimer, a research scientist with the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL). The 2022/23 winter was one of the snowiest winters on record for Crested Butte! With...
Crested Butte Events ~ May 2023
Spring is here, off-season is winding down, and we’re starting to see more local events on the community events calendar. The Crested Butte Museum is hosting the 2nd Annual Melting Pot Cook Off on May 16th and reopens for the season on May 19th. Be sure to check out our Events page for other great local events!
Take A Hike: 6 Trails To Hike This Summer
Summer is right around the corner which has us thinking about what trails to hike; as soon as all this snow melts that is. Hiking is one of the most popular activities in Crested Butte and throughout the Gunnison Valley. Each summer our trails attract tourists and...
Colorado Resorts Open For Spring Skiing
Though Crested Butte Mountain Resort closed on April 2nd, there are still a number of Colorado resorts open for spring skiing. And with another storm system headed our way, it's hard to hang up the skis just quite yet. Here is a list of Colorado resorts still open for...
Making An Impact In Crested Butte & The Gunnison Valley
There are so many wonderful ways one can make an impact right here in Crested Butte and throughout the Gunnison Valley. The spirit of goodwill has always been strong in these close-knit communities. We’d like to share with you some of our favorite charitable...
Where To Eat In Crested Butte During The Off-Season
Spring is here which means it's off-season in Crested Butte and the Gunnison Valley. Crested Butte has over 50 restaurants, bars, and distilleries as well as nightlife venues. That's a lot for a town this size! However, with many local businesses closed for the...
Interior Design: Living Rooms That Thrive in A Single Hue
Interior design can be overwhelming for some. With so many options and bold statements, choosing just the right style and color can be daunting. Not to worry; sometimes your interior design can be guided by a single color. You can easily and efficiently pull together...
Crested Butte Events ~ April 2023
Off-season is here and businesses around town are taking a much needed break before we head into the busy summer season. Though the local event calendar is a bit shorter in April, there are still plenty of off-season events and activities to help avoid “cabin fever”.
End-of-Season Visitors Forecast
The Crested Butte ski area is in its final week of the 2022/2023 season and the end-of-season visitors' forecast is out. We saw visitor numbers around 4,000 this past weekend with numbers dropping to around 3,000 during the upcoming week. Then, we will see a steep...
Flauschink Is Comink!
Flauschink is here and the 2022/2023 ski season is coming to an end. And what a season it was! Not only did we surpassed 300" of snow for the season, we opened 'Wall-to-Wall' for the first time since the 2016/2017 season. Crested Butte will be celebrating the final...
Six Tips To Get Your Home Ready For Spring
Spring has finally arrived in the Gunnison Valley. The days are getting longer and the weather warmer which means your "to-do" list is probably also getting longer. Before you get preoccupied with countless summer activities, it's important to make sure your home is...