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Just Listed: Charming Tabernash Retreat - First Time on the Market!

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Nestled on a quiet street in the Alpine Park subdivision of Tabernash, this lovingly maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home is full of charm.

Owned by the same family for decades, and never rented, this is the first time it's being offered for sale. The home is being sold with two additional adjoining lots—which are individually platted, giving you space, privacy, and flexibility for future use or development. Best of all, there's no HOA, so you have the freedom to enjoy the property as you wish. Surrounded by mature trees, the setting feels peaceful and secluded. An outbuilding with electricity offers great potential as a workshop, art studio, or gear shed. Inside, the home is quaint and cozy, with newer windows and a spotless interior that reflects thoughtful ownership. A basement provides convenient storage and room for your mountain essentials. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway, a full-time residence, or a property with future potential in a growing mountain community, this Tabernash gem checks all the boxes. Showings start Thursday, May 22nd. Don't miss your chance - schedule a showing today.

Listed by Michelle Moran for West + Main Homes. Please contact Michelle for current pricing + availability.

 
 
 

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Just Listed: Stunning Views from this Beautifully Updated Condo in Fraser!

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Don't miss this one! This beautifully upgraded 2 bed, 2 bath condo has it all—fresh paint throughout, stunning views, and comes fully furnished/turnkey.

Conveniently located near the Lift Bus and just under 10 minutes to Winter Park Resort, this home offers easy access to year-round adventure. Enjoy a host of neighborhood amenities including a private pool, hot tub and picnic area perfect for summer relaxation. HOA fees cover everything except electricity and the unit comes complete with a dedicated ski locker and a dedicated storage closet, ideal for storing all your gear. Plus, there's plenty of parking! Priced to sell and packed with value, this property truly checks all the boxes!

Listed by Michelle Moran for West + Main Homes. Please contact Michelle for current pricing + availability.

 
 
 

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West + Main Homes
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Ski-haw! People on skis towed behind galloping horses compete in the wildest winter race in the West

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The Colorado skijoring season opened last weekend in Ridgway with novice riders hanging on tight hoping for a piece of the purse. Not all of them finished upright.

Imagine yourself clicking into skis with the goal of going as fast as you can through freshly groomed snow — but instead of gravity drawing you down the mountain, a horse and rider pull you with a tow rope at about 30 to 35 mph along a closed course as you navigate obstacles while spectators record your every move with their phones.

Skijoring — pronounced skee-jor-ing — combines the Norwegian terms “ski” and “kjøre” (“to drive”) into a team activity that originated many hundreds of years ago as a form of winter transportation (think the Tang Dynasty in China) and depending on the country, skiers were pulled by reindeer, elk, dogs and eventually horses.

The once winter travel mode is now a popular winter sport with competitions held each winter in the snowiest towns in the American West. In Colorado, skijoring has a rich history that is celebrated in competitions all over the state.

In Ouray County, right near the base of the towering San Juan mountains, dozens of racers, horses and riders form teams to best each other in timed competition over three days each January at the Ouray County Fairgrounds. This year was San Juan Skijoring‘s 9th annual festival and it drew riders and spectators from around the region and beyond to race behind horses Jan. 10-12.

San Juan Skijoring organizer Richard Weber III said the Ridgway festival would have “the highest level of skijoring competition that has ever been held in skijoring.”

Other competitions held in Silverton and Leadville are much older than the one in Ridgway. But Weber said by offering large purses San Juan Skijoring has grown in popularity year after year.

From novice competitions to “big air” contests where racers jump over full-size trucks, San Juan Skjoring has become a favored destination for competitors and spectators alike.

If racers have good, fast runs that are free of mistakes and penalties, there is big money to be made from just a few minutes of competition.

 
 

The production side of the Ridgway event has grown too, with professional video and broadcasters brought in to turn the competition into a live-streamed event that was broadcast to the world and still can be watched by subscribers to The Cowboy Channel.

As Weber and organizers already look ahead to the 10th annual festival, he says there will be plenty of big money to go with the big air that has become a staple of San Juan Skijoring.

Where to watch skijoring next:

Skis and Saddles SkiJor Pagosa:  Jan. 18 -19. Races start at 8:30 a.m. both days at the Archuleta County Fairgrounds in Pagosa Springs.

Estes Park Skijor: Jan. 24-26. Races start at 11:30 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Estes Park Events Complex.

Coal Mountain Skijoring: Feb. 7-9. Races start at 9:30 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Moffat County Fairgrounds in Craig.

Silverton Skijoring: Feb. 15 -16 on Blair Street in Silverton on both days.

Leadville Ski Joring 78th annual competition: March 1- 2. Starts at high noon on Harrison Avenue in Leadville each day.

Grand Lake Skijoring: March 8-9. Races start at 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday on Grand Avenue.

Read more at The Colorado Sun

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As Featured in West + Main Home Magazine: Mid-Century Gem

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W+M agent, Pam Catania’s clients

“They painted the walls white (they were pinks and oranges), put in black fixtures, and subtled down the southwestern to sell it.””
— Pam Catania

After nearly 30 years, W+M agent Pam Catania’s clients decided it was time to give their beloved home a fresh look before putting it on the market. Their impeccable taste— refined over decades—leans towards classic mid-century design, perfectly complementing the home’s original architecture.

When they first bought the property, it had a heavy southwestern influence, with pinks, oranges, and adobe accents throughout. To modernize the space, they painted the walls white and added sleek black fixtures, toning down the bold color palette while leaving the striking adobe fireplace and flagstone floors intact. The wooden beams which span the ceiling were also preserved, maintaining the home’s character. The master bath saw a big transformation, moving from 1980's pink and teal to a more modern aesthetic.

Pam suggested these updates to appeal to today’s buyers, and within a few months, the home was ready to shine. The layout features the primary bedroom on one side of the house, with secondary bedrooms thoughtfully placed on the other, providing both privacy and functionality.

As owners of a custom cabinetry and countertop business, the couple’s attention to detail is evident throughout, with handcrafted cabinetry and woodwork adding a personal touch throughout the home.

The property also includes a charming ADU that’s been part of the home from the start.

Situated in a coveted neighborhood that is known for its custom-built homes on spacious lots, this 3,200 sqft gem offers the perfect blend of mid-century charm and modern updates—all on one floor.

 

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As Featured in West + Main Home Magazine: Home Gym Goals

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W+M agent, Kate Kazell’s client, Melanie Phillips

“Fitness has been a huge part of my life for the past decade, and the way I’ve worked out has evolved. After moving across the country to Denver, my husband and I finally had the room to create our own home gym.”
— Melanie Phillips

For W+M agent, Kate Kazell’s client, Melanie Phillips, fitness has been more than just a passion- it’s a lifestyle. Known for her blog, @headstandsandheels, Melanie shares, “Fitness has been a huge part of my life for the past decade, and the way I’ve worked out has evolved. After moving across the country to Denver, my husband and I finally had the room to create our own home gym.”

The couple transformed an alcove in their finished basement into a stylish yet functional workout space. “We wanted the gym to be chic but also practical. We added brick wallpaper on the main wall, a large mirror, shelving for storage, fun neon lighting, and foam floor tiles.” The layout has four workout zones: floor exercises (yoga, Pilates), weightlifting, and two types of cardiowith a Peloton bike and treadmill.

The key to their home gym’s success is organization. “Once everything has a home, it makes the space functional for a variety of workouts.” Melanie advises starting with basics like dumbbells, a yoga mat, a mirror, and a bench, adding more equipment over time

With colder months ahead, the home gym becomes an even more essential part of Melanie’s routine. “We use our home gym most in winter. When it’s too cold to go outside, it’s great to have a space to work out at home.”

As someone who gets bored with the same routine, she keeps things interesting by alternating between online classes including, Sculpt Society, Form, and Peloton. The flexibility to switch between spin, strength training, and low-impact workouts has been especially important during her pregnancy.

Melanie's home gym reflects her fitness journey and lifestyle, offering the perfect space to sweat, stretch, and stay motivated.

 

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