John Denver's "Starwood in Aspen"

One of John Denver's greatest hits was called "Starwood in Aspen"

Why? Because he cherished his special neighborhood in his favorite town, Aspen. Starwood is Aspen's only gated community, yet retains a low key presence, and very private settings for all of its residents' homes. This home sits on 6 private acres, is 9,911 square feet, and includes:

• contemporary finishes throughout
• gourmet kitchen
  
• sauna and steam rooms
• fitness center
  
• 7 total bedrooms, 4 en-suite with fireplaces
• 4 stall, 6garage top of the line barn
• price just reduced from $15,950,000 to $10,888,000. woah!

climate change/energy/Conservation experts confer in Aspen

Scientists, leaders, and industry experts weigh in on Tech/Climate/Conservation, etc... a New Partnership of National Geographic and The Aspen Institute.

Not fortunate to live in Aspen full time?...Were you skiing during some of the sessions but still curious? No problem...
check video coverage of sessions here

West End summer rental

Funny to start thinking about a summer rental when big snow is still falling...but it's time!...This home is walking distance to town and the Aspen Institute..home to the Aspen Music Festival..we'll be storing the nordic skis and picnicking before we know it!

Core opportunity..$4m price reduction

• steps to gondola and everything (214 West Cooper)
  
• Five bedrooms, Six baths
• Views of Aspen Mountain from living area and master suite
• Custom SMART HOUSE electronics system
• Beautiful finishes
  
• Media room
• Billiards room
  
• Real wood burning fireplace in main living area
• Elevator, radiant heat flooring
• Two decks, one patio with hot tub and FIREPIT
• Lower level guest MEDIA/ENTERTAINMENT AREA with gas fireplace
• reduced from $12.5m to $7.5m.
• for more photos and info, contact keith hartigan at 970.261.4442 or visit the View West Properties website
  

20" / 51cm FRESH POWDER

Another deluge of snow this week, just in time for
the weekends snow activities:

• Budlight Big Air Friday in Snowmass 3/27
• Hi-Fi Concert Series - Aspen Mntn 3/27)
  
• Crocs Terrain Park Boot Camp- Snowmass
• Red Bull Shneetag -Saturday @ Snowmass
• Helly Hansen Battle of the Bowls, Sunday
  

"From Snow to Your Sink: Aspen Water Tour"

from Events | Aspen Daily News Online

Start: 03/18/2009 - 5:00pm

End: 03/18/2009 - 7:00pm

"From Snow to Your Sink: Aspen Water Tour" presented by Roaring Fork Conservancy. Please dress appropriately; tour will happen rain or shine. 5-7 p.m. Tour is free and open to the public; space is limited, registration is required. roaringfork.org/events.

Luxury + rushing water = peace

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Riverfront properties in Aspen's central core are coveted and rarely come available. This private and special property is a short walk to town

• 4 bedrooms
• 5 and 1/2 baths
• 6 balconies
• rooftop deck
• asking price- $8.9m
• set up a showing
  

Auction in Starwood!

Located in the coveted Starwood subdivision, this 5BR/5.3BA estate is nestled comfortably on a 5± acre site with 180-degree views of the Roaring Fork River, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass. Surrounded by Aspen trees, evergreens, boulders, and a waterfall, this home's old-world, country elegance melds perfectly with the incredible vistas. Every living area, bedroom, and outdoor space has been thoughtfully designed to maximize the mountain views. Just minutes to downtown Aspen, downtown Snowmass, and the local ski areas, this home boasts unparalleled convenience while still offering privacy and a connection to nature. To see my spreadsheet value for the neighborhood including comparable solds and other active listings in the Starwood, contact me via email at keith.hartigan@gmail.com, or by phone at 970.261.4442 bidding begins promptly at 2pm on the 24th of March. This is an "absolute auction" (the sale will happen regardless of price).

$11 million dollar price reduction!

$11,000,000 discount and who knows if they'll take less...

Yes, even in Aspen we are seeing foreclsoures - four have been filed so far in '09 - certainly a very small number in comparison to many parts of the country but it shows that even the super wealthy can be affected by the economic downturn.

This particular home was featured during the X-Games as the base for Target's extreme athletes - replete with private chefs - big screen tvs, masseuses and so on - 14,400 square feet on 8.5 acres.

Built as a spec home and originally listed at $26 million, the asking price has already been reduced to $19,5 million. The note that is being foreclosed on is a paltry $4.6 million but there are many more (24) additional liens filed against the property.

It seems most likely that the home will be purchased before the note is foreclosed, probably at a pretty steep discount. They say cash is king and in the current market it seems especially true.

to find this listing, and every other in the Aspen valley, visit the View West Properties website

blog posting courtesy of julian hardaker, re/max mntn west