You’ve decided a vacation rental is for you–great choice, by the way. But what kind of rental will suit your needs the most? Here in Aspen, we have two types of rentals based on geographic location: central core and out of town. And within those types, there are multiple neighborhoods to choose from.
There is absolutely no wrong answer here but, it is important to have all the information you can in order to make the best decision for you and your group. In this blog, we will tell you about the options in the central core of Aspen. For more remote villas, click here.
If you are looking for walkability, energy, and restaurants and shopping at your fingertips, being right in town is your best bet. From a rental in the Central Core, you can literally walk to everything. Nothing is more than a few blocks when you stay here, and that includes Ajax Mountain (aka Aspen Mountain). In the winter, this is prime for a quick walk to the gondola and aprés. In the summer, a spectacular hike up Ajax Mountain is right around the corner. And at night? Well, dinner, drinks and a show at Belly Up is a foregone conclusion. If energy and convenience is your style, we recommend you consider a villa, a penthouse, or a residence in the central core of Aspen. If space and privacy are more your bag, keep reading.
The West End. It seems like every city has one, but we promise you none of them compare to Aspen’s West End neighborhood. Just like the Central Core, this area is still walkable, but you might have a few more blocks to reach the downtown area. Unlike the Central Core, your rental is likely to have a little more privacy and space to spread out for the price. And don’t you worry, you’re still super close to trailheads and a lot of the summer activities like paragliding, mountain biking, or a nice midday stroll down the Rio Grande trail.
Smuggler sounds a bit illegal, but it’s not. We promise you. Smuggler mountain was named after the Smuggler Mine, and it’s quite a sight to this day. Some say it’s Aspen’s “hidden gem”, and we aren’t arguing. So, what do you get on this side of town? Because you’re backed into the side of the mountain, you might get lucky and find a villa with a view and more sunshine in the evening than anything in the core. And just like everywhere else, you have trailheads right outside your door. If you like more of a deal on your accommodations, this might be a good option for you. Rentals here are more walkable than the West End and are serviced my multiple bus stops for you to ride into town at no cost to you. (Our bus system is a life saver for visitors and locals alike)
If none of these sound like “you” but you still want to be in town, you should take a look at Cemetery Lane. Yes, there is a cemetery, but no it isn’t spooky. A Cemetery Lane rental will give you peace and quiet, that laid back feel. And if you’re a golfer, good news: Aspen’s highly rated golf course is right in the neighborhood. The only downside–and it might not be to you–is the lack of walkability. You still have public transit, you still have paths and trails of course, just not the “just around the corner” convenience as, say, the Central Core or other areas.
All in all, you really cannot go wrong when choosing a luxury vacation rental in Aspen. It’s all about what you’re looking for out of your stay. And lucky for you, you have plenty of choices. The unlucky part is the actual searching process, because for whatever reason there is no centralized search engine for Aspen villas. That’s where Aspen Luxury Concierge comes in.
At ALC, we do all that work for you so you can sit back and think about all the memories you and your family or group will make. And that’s not all we do for you! We offer a plethora of services such as arranging your transportation, stocking your kitchen before you arrive, making your dinner reservations and planning your activities. And that’s just the beginning.
For more information on our services and how we can make your trip to Aspen unforgettable, click here.
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