The Manor Vail Penthouses offer luxury Vail living now at a reduced rate

The Manor Vail Penthouses are now being offered at a reduced rate, offering a golden opportunity to own some of the best real estate in Vail.  Located near the base of Gold Peak and situated along the banks of Gore Creek, Manor Vail is in an ideal picturesque setting in Vail Colorado.  Recently renovated the penthouses at Manor Vail are new additions to the property and offer amazing views and a luxurious space.  If you are interested in learning more about the Manor Vail Penthouses or any Vail Valley real estate, contact Gil Fancher today, (970) 390-7469.

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Don’t hesitate to call Gil Fancher today at (970) 390-7469, for excellent service and information on Vail Real Estate!

This Saturday marks Sonnenalp Real Estate’s first auction, featuring 6 world class luxury properties and an additional 2 acre parcle at Red Sky Ranch.

If you don’t live in Vail you don’t know what you’re missing.  The weather has been beautiful and the leaves are a brilliant yellow.  Weather you want to drive, hike, bike, dirt bike or ride horses you can get outstanding views of the entire valley.  The best drives, aside from just driving through on I-70, are the road up to Piney (north of Vail up Sandstone Road), Highway 6 & 24 to Leadville (continue to Independence Pass and go to Aspen for spectacular views).  If you like to bike head up Vail Mountain where you will find a plethora of trails, the higher you get the better the views.  Wherever you are in the Vail Valley the views are incredible at this time of year.

For a getaway in the Vail Valley contact Gil Fancher.  Gil Fancher is a broker with Sonnenalp Real Estate, An Affiliate of Christies Great Estates.  Gil has access to all available listings in the Vail Valley and is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to Vail Real Estate.  For service, knowledge and experience, call Gil Fancher today.

Have you ever heard the saying I moved to Vail for the winter and stayed for the Summer? Well this is a commonly used statement for the long time locals, second home owners and vacationers. The summer time in the Vail Valley is unsurpassed and is a playground for all of its inhabitants.

Vail’s summer season starts off with a bang with the Teva Mountain games, professional and amateur outdoor adventure athletes from the Vail Valley and around the world converge upon the mountains and rivers of Vail to compete in six sports and ten disciplines including: freestyle and extreme kayaking, kayak and raft paddlecross, bouldering, speed and dyno climbing, mountain bike freeride, big air, cross country, and road racing, as well as trail running, and the GNC Ultimate Mountain Challenge. In addtion to the competition there is an abundance of Dining, Shopping, Outdoor Music, Spa Activities  and much more for visitors to entertain themselves while taking a break from the Teva Mountain games competion.

Vail Farmers Market starts Mid June through Mid September, booths  arrive early every Sunday morning with refrigerated trucks loaded with freshly picked conventional and organic fruits and vegetables. Specialty vendors work from colorful tents selling freshly made breads, pastries, cheeses Colorado wines,ice cream and more. The Vail Farmers Market is a fantastic way to spend a Day in Vail Village!

Bravo Vail Valley musci festival starts June 25 and contiues through August 2nd, featuring two of the world’s greatest orchestras, the New York Philharmonic and The Philadelphia Orchestra as well as over 50 internationally acclaimed soloists and chamber musicians, the Festival reaches over 60,000 people in its six remarkable weeks in the Vail Valley.

In addition to all the wonderful happenings in Vail a simple visit to get away and stroll around town is sometimes the best kept secret we have here in Vail.  There are countless trails and paths to walk or hike on as well as to bike on.  If you have enjoyed Vail in the winter you are guaranteed to love Vail in the summer.  If you are interested in real estate in the Vail Valley contact Gil Fancher at (970) 390-7469.  Gil is a real estate guru and has access to all listing available in the Vail Valley.

Summer in the Vail Valley means the lovely sounds of classical music fills the air thanks to the the Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival. In its 21st year the Bravo! Festival offers unparalleled musicianship and four world-class orchestras; the Rochester Philharmonic orchestra, the Columbus Jazz orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic.  The festival also offers a sample of chamber music, jazz and pops.

The Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival takes place on the stage of the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail Village next to the beautiful Betty Ford Alpine Gardens.  This year the festival will run from June 25 thru August 2.

Get ready to enjoy the Vail valley’s premier classical music festival  this summer.

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The Minturn Farmers’ Market will take place every Saturday throughout the summer starting this weekend, June 14th. The quaint, historic town of Minturn, located just minutes from Vail, hosts one of Colorado’s top open air markets.  More than 110 vendors converge every week to sell their wares.  Enjoy farm fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, pastries, pies, local wines, jewelery, clothing, gourmet foods, cheese, pet products and much more.

During the thirteen consecutive weeks that the market runs more than 45,000 people will come to Minturn and shop in this unique market.  The market will also offer two live music stages and children’s activities.  Immerse yourself in the moment with the sights and tastes of the Colorado summer. Take a day off from the nearby resort town of Vail to visit the historic town of Minturn with all its charms.

The Minturn Farmers’ Market is the largest weekly, outdoor Farmers’ Market in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

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The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is a beautiful setting for thousands and thousands of high altitude plants, flowers, shrubs and trees.  With the stunning backdrop of the magnificent ore Mountain Range, the gardens is the perfect place to spend an idyllic summer’s day.  Enjoy the perennial flower beds, the natural rock gardens, dramatic waterfalls and water features while exploring a breathtaking array of plants that grow at 8,250 feet above sea level.  The Garden is free to the public and sees an estimated 100,000 visitors each year.

The Betty Ford Alpine Garden is recognized as the foremost authority on high altitude plants and boasts a strong conservation and research program as well as offering many educational classes, docent-led tours and outdoor art classes.

The Gardens were created in 1988 and named in honor of the former first lady for her many contributions to the Vail valley. The Betty Ford garden is situated next to the Gerald. R. Ford Amphitheater at the east end of Vail Village, next to Manor Vail Resort.

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Summer in the Vail Valley means fun and nothing says fun more than the Beaver Creek Rodeo. Every Thursday from June 12 through August 21 the Beaver Creek Rodeo happens in Avon, Colorado, behind Chapel Square. The rodeo has a little of everything, roping, barrel racing, bronc riding and bull riding. There are also great activities for the whole family to participate in. Children can compete in mutton bustin’ or the calf scramble while adults can form groups of three and compete in the burro racing, (push, pull and drag.) On the exterior of the arena there is food, shopping, pony rides, face painting and a petting zoo.

The Beaver Creek Rodeo Series is just one activity that makes visiting and living in the Vail Valley so fantastic. If you are interested in making the Vail Valley a more permanent place in your life, contact Gil Fancher, (970) 390-7469. Gil Fancher has access to properties available for sale from East Vail to Gypsum and has the knowledge to help you make an informed decision when choosing where you want buy your Vail Valley real estate.

A mixture of mountain sports, culture and fun, The Teva Mountain Games will take place in Vail from June 5-8, 2008. Local and national athletes, some professional, some amateur, will compete in Kayak, rock climbing and mountain biking to name a few. There is also a photographic competition available to any one who wants to enter.

In addition to the competitions there are fun activities for the whole family, from climbing walls to kayak pools. Live entertainment and food will also spice up Vail Village. Vail is a fantastic place to be in the summer and the Teva Mountain Games are not to be missed.

If you love the Vail Village, Gil Fancher is the realtor to connect with. His knowledge and experience in the Vail Real Estate market is unparalleled. Contact Gil Fancher today, (970) 390-7469.

The Vail Valley has been a popular tourist destination for years.  Perched high in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, the Vail Valley offers three unique ski resorts that boasts the world’s best snow, Colorado champagne powder.  The skiing and snowboarding is unparalleled but that is hardly all that this world-class resort area offers.  In the winter, gear up for ice skating, cross country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.  In the summer the activities are endless, fly-fishing, rafting, horseback riding and paragliding just to name a few.  There are also more then 17 golf courses in the area and non stop cultural activities year round at the Vilar performing Arts Center and the Gerald. R. Ford Amphitheater.  Get ready for non-stop adventure and fun if you choose to make this outdoor playground your home.

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