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L OC ATION AC COM M ODATI ONS DI NI NG The Auberge Residences at Element 52 stand slope side in the spectacular mountain destination of Telluride, Colorado. Luxurious two- to five-bedroom accommodations are nestled along the scenic San Miguel River, within walking distance to town, with direct ski-in/ski-out access. 2 and 3 Bedroom Units Professional kitchen with granite sinks, Wolf stove, Miele dishwasher, Sub-Zero fridge Large outdoor terraces in some units Gas log fireplaces Deep soaking tub and steam showers Private outdoor cedar hot tub In-residence laundry facilities Entertainment system Master craftsman finishes and fixtures Access to private ski lift Catering services available Wide variety of acclaimed dining options available in the historic downtown Telluride The resort is located: 15 minutes from Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) 75 minutes from Montrose Airport (MTJ) 2 ½ hours from Durango, Colorado (DRO) 2 ½ hours from Grand Junction, Colorado (GJT) OV ERV I EW 33 two- to five-bedroom residences Ski-in/ski-out (direct access to slopes) Walking distance to town Daily housekeeping service Year-round resident concierge Fitness Center Spa services Two outdoor soaking heated pools Ski concierge Ski storage and tuning Private clubroom for après ski Underground heated parking Pre-arrival grocery service Private chef arrangements Complimentary local transportation Private airport transportation Complimentary wireless internet access Babysitting services available A variety of recreational activities Sustainable practices incorporated throughout 398 South Davis Street 4 and 5 Bedroom Units All of the amenities of the 2 & 3 bedroom units Master bedroom walk-in closet Private funicular to ski-in/ski-out experience Cascade Units Gourmet kitchen with soapstone countertops and Viking stove Vaulted ceilings and open floor plan Jetted tub and steam shower Large outdoor terrace In-residence laundry facilities Gas log fireplaces I N THE AREA Designated Historic Landmark Town World-class ski-mountain 16 miles of cross country trails Heli-skiing & ice climbing Ice skating & snow-shoeing Snowmobiling & sledding Ski & snowboard school Hiking, biking & rock climbing Fishing/fly-fishing Golf & tennis Horseback riding All-terrain-vehicle recreation River rafting, canoeing, kayaking Camping & mountaineering Fine dining & shopping Art galleries & museums Music & film festivals Access to Gray Head Wilderness S PA Three treatment rooms Spa menu Marble steam room Relaxation area Fitness center In-home spa treatments available Telluride, CO 81435 T 970-728-0701 aubergeelement52.com West Building Suite Bdrms 101 2 103 3 203 3 303 4 Baths 2 3 3 4.5 Sq Ft 1,533 1,809 1,842 2,771 Price $1,595,000 $1,555,740 $1,703,850 $2,995,000 Southwest Building Suite Bdrms 201 2 202 2 302 2 401 4 402 3 Baths 2.5 2 2 3.5 3.5 Sq Ft 1,710 1,530 1,528 2,692 2,797 $1,496,250 $1,338,750 $1,495,000 $2,950,000 $2,995,000 Central Building Suite Bdrms C101 2 C103 1 C201 2 C302 3 Baths 2.5 1 2.5 4 Sq Ft 1,594 625 1,667 2,797 $1,394,750 $650,000 $1,495,000 $2,995,000 East Building Suite Bdrms E3 2 E4 5 E5 5 E7 4 Baths 2.5 5.5 5.5 4.5 Sq Ft 2,009 4,425 4,410 4,665 $1,895,000 $4,750,000 $4,961,250 $5,598,000 South Building Suite Bdrms S 1A 5 S 1B 5 S 2A 5 S 2B 5 Baths 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 Sq Ft 5,656 5,618 5,626 5,657 $5,231,800 $5,337,100 $5,626,000 $5,657,000 Brian O'Neill, Broker I Telluride Properties 970.708.5367 I [email protected] I element52.aubergeresorts.com 2015 Rates Spring Holidays Winter Festivals Summer Dec 18 2014 - Jan 5 2015 Nov 18 - Dec 17 Bluegrass June 17 - 21 June 22 - July 9 Jan 14 - 20 Jan 6 - Jan 13 Ride July 10 - 12 July 13 - July 30 Feb 13 - 22 Jan 21 - Feb 12 Jazz July 31 - August 2 Feb 23 - March 5 Film Festival Sep 3 - Sep 8 March 26 - April 5 Blues and Brews Sept 11 - 14 May 20 - June 16 Auberge Residences August 3 - Sep 2 Fall Spring Break Sept 9 - 17 March 6 - 25 Sept 21 - November 1 5-Bedroom Residences Trail Side - S1B $2,800 $5,500 $4,200 $3,100 Mountain View - E4, E5, E6 $2,500 $5,300 $4,000 $3,000 Luxury River View - W302 $1,800 $4,000 $3,500 $2,800 Luxury Valley View - W303 $1,700 $3,800 $3,200 $2,500 River House (with bonus room) RB $1,700 $3,800 $3,200 $2,500 Luxury River View - W102, W201, W202 $1,500 $3,300 $2,800 $2,400 Luxury Valley View - SW301 $1,400 $3,100 $2,700 $2,300 River View - W101 $1,100 $2,500 $2,100 $1,800 Village View - E3 $1,000 $2,200 $2,000 $1,700 $600 $1,200 $950 $900 $1,000 $2,000 $1,600 $1,400 River View - A6, A8, A12, A13 $900 $1,600 $1,400 $1,200 Village View - A4, A14 $800 $1,500 $1,300 $1,100 4-Bedroom Residences 3-Bedroom Residences 2-Bedroom Residences Studio Residences Village View - C103 Cascades 3-Bedroom Residences River View - A11 Cascades 2-Bedroom Residences Please note these rates do not include 10.4% sales tax and 2% lodging tax I N C L U D E D I N H O A D U E S ! Year round residence concierge fulfilling your every need including dining reservations, grocery stocking, postal services, child care and much more ! Slope side location and private funicular to ski-‐in/ski-‐out experience unlike any other property in the region ! Ski concierge -‐ full service by Black Tie offering endless ski options for even the most discriminating skier. Boot dryers, lockers and refreshments ! Year round ski, bike and other equipment storage on site ! One of the premier fitness centers in Telluride featuring a Pilate’s reformer, state of the art equipment as well as on call personal trainers plus Pilates and yoga instructors ! Spa -‐ treatment rooms operated by Telluride’s most talented and experienced massage therapists ! Two outdoor heated soaking pools with dramatic views and cascading waterfalls ! Private clubroom for après ski with complimentary refreshments ! Underground heated parking ! Bell/Valet service – luggage, grocery and package assistance ! Private elevators in larger units ! Complimentary transportation within the town of Telluride and Telluride Airport ! Building & common area expenses including insurance, maintenance, snow removal, landscaping and utilities ! Property & HOA management – onsite management by one of the elite property operators ! Owners participating in the Auberge rental program may take part in Auberge’s reciprocity program providing one with the ability to exchange their home with a home owner at one of our other Auberge. Other home exchange programs include Inspirato, Elite Alliance, & 3rd Home. The Auberge Spa at Element 52 M a s s a g e Tre a t m e n t s AUBERGE AT ALTITUDE A firm, nurturing massage - an Auberge Classic. The use of appointed modalities in tune with your needs, this massage is enhanced with specific techniques to assist you in acclimating to the high altitude. In consultation with your therapist you will choose a scented or unscented treatment. TANDEM FOUR-HAND MASSAGE The ultimate body massage. Two skilled therapist expertly guide their four hands in a seamless dance-like rhythmic flow. At times this tandem massage is in synchronicity as the therapists mirror each other. In other parts of the session the therapist will work independently but in a complementary fashion while always nurturing your individual needs. TABLE THAI MASSAGE Thai Bodywork that is preformed on a massage table and combines pressure point techniques with a variety of stretching movements. The guest is gently pulled, pushed and kneaded, but emerges relaxed, centered, grounded and re-energized. HOT STONE SPORTS THERAPY Experienced hands paired with hot basalt stones warm the body and relieve deep, sports-related muscle tension. The athletes’ choice for recovery and high performance, E-52's Arnica infused massage focuses on muscle groups used in skiing, hiking and mountain biking; allowing you to feel refreshed for more adventures the following day. B o d y Tre a t m e n t s HAND AND FOOT REFLEXOLOGY The Auberge Spa at Element 52 A healing art based on the concept of pressure points in the body. Through the skillful application of pressure on your hands and feet, reflexology relieves tension, improves circulation and promotes natural function through your body. Relieve your hands and feet after a day of skiing with invigorating scrub, cozy hot towel compress and re-energizing reflexology massage. DEEP FOREST EXFOLIATION A nourishing body exfoliation featuring an evergreen mineral scrub followed by a full-body massage with the deep forest body oil containing balsam fir and white pine. Your dehydrated skin will love you for this. F a c i a l Tre a t m e n t s POWER REPAIR FACIAL For skin that craves for organic products without use of chemicals and dyes, the "Sisters Creations" product line features vitamins, minerals and enzymes that prevent free radicals from damaging your skin. Your aestheticians will customize this treatment for your skin. GENTLEMAN’S FACIAL Designed to suit men’s skin, this facial is a perfect remedy to combat environmental stress while improving skin texture and clarity. Deep cleansing and exfoliation followed by a restful massage of the face, hot towel application and customized masques and moisturizing treatment. Please shave prior to facial. 60 min: $145 ... 75 min: $175 ... 90 min: $205 Tandem Four-Hand Massage ... 60min: $225 PLEASE CONTACT OUR DEDICATED CONCIERGE TEAM TO BOOK YOUR TREATMENT. 970-728-0701 *Enjoy a treatment in the privacy of your residence for an additional $15 per treatment *Please note all treatments carry a 24 hour cancellation policy EXCHANGE QUESTION AND ANSWERS How does the program work? How do I go about getting dates at an exchange property? When you are ready to plan a trip to one of the exchange properties you just contact your club concierge to inquire about availability for an exchange at your desired location. They will check availability to see if there is an owner at that location who is also interested in an exchange. How long does it take to confirm? It will take about five –seven days to find out if there is a unit available during your desired time. Can I get the same unit as I have? So if I have a four bedroom can I request a four bedroom? Because the inventory configuration varies at each location you would put in a request for a desired type and we would request those types first however it makes it much harder to come up with a match if you need a specific type. Its best to be general in the request and then if you have options of several owners during that period interested in the trade you can then choose the most appropriate unit over the dates closest to your requested travel dates. What happens once the trade has been confirmed? Once a match has been made and availability has been determined a confirmation will be sent to you and you can begin to plan your trip. How easy is it to get my requested dates? Exchanges are not guaranteed and they are dependent upon another owner also being interested in a trade. We are happy to say we have received a lot of exchanges to date and if you plan in advance and are flexible we have had success with accommodating most requests. How many times can I trade? We currently do not have a limit on time, if you have a fixed week you would like to exchange and we are able to secure matches we have no problem with supporting those exchanges. The program is designed to be flexible. Are there fees when I trade? Some will not have fees and some may have daily housekeeping fees it will vary by location. Can I trade 3 or 4 days? Unfortunately all trades are done in 7 day increments, the day of arrival and departure may vary as well by location. You don’t have to use all 7 days but the trades are extended in this length. Are there any other restrictions? No the only restriction is all residences must be part of the Auberge Rental programs so that you can be assured of the same level of quality, furnishings and services as your own residence. THE AUBERGE COLLECTION Calistoga Ranch, Napa Valley, California – Located on 157 acres nestled along a tree-lined canyon in Napa Valley, owner lodges offer indoor/ outdoor living rooms, full kitchen and two master bedrooms. Resort amenities include a private restaurant, fitness center and rejuvenating full service spa. In addition to the onsite vineyard and wine cave, the resort and club are conveniently located off the Silverado Trail with access to some of the most sought after wineries in California. www.calistogaranchliving.com Contact: Nora Chambers Esperanza, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico – Esperanza Villas and Residences provide an amazing setting for a seaside getaway. Located six miles outside the town of Cabo San Lucas and convenient to local attractions, nightlife and shopping. The residences feature two – four bedroom accommodations all with ocean views in a lush garden setting. The resort has three restaurants, three pools, yoga, fitness, a private beach, and a full service spa recently ranked #1 in Mexico. www.esperanzaresort.com Contact: Javier Zavala The Inn at Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, South Carolina – Recently named the #1 U.S. Resort by U.S. News & World Report, this southern styled resort is magnificently designed on 22,000 acres set along the May River. With homes ranging from two – four bedrooms, village center square and endless activities; you will never have to leave. The resort’s many activities include dining, spa, golf, tennis, bocce, boating, pools, fitness, horseback riding, and hiking all on site. www.palmettobluffresort.com Contact: Bret Anthony The Auberge Residences at Element 52, Telluride, Colorado- The Element 52 Residences stand slope side in the spectacular mountain destination of Telluride. 33 two - five bedroom units lie along the scenic San Miguel River with direct ski in/ski out access. Element 52 is proud to be the only luxury development within walking distance to the town of Telluride, offering unmatched recreational enjoyment in summer and winter alike. http://element52.aubergeresorts.com Contact: Patricia Lehberger The Auberge Residences at Pronghorn, Bend, Oregon – The Auberge Residences at Pronghorn offers luxury lodging surrounded by 20,000 acres of undeveloped land in addition to 2 world-class golf courses, a 55,000 square foot Clubhouse with restaurants, pools, hot tubs, fitness facility, spa, tennis and much more. The property is home to 48 one- to four-bedroom residences and offers an array of enticing recreational activities 12 months out of the year, with a host of exclusive amenities to compliment your destination resort experience. www.pronghornclub.com Contact: Spencer Schaub AGAIN EARNS TOP HONORS IN CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S 25TH ANNUAL READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS MILL VALLEY, CALIF. (October 31, 2012) – Five properties in the Auberge Resorts collection of distinguished properties have once again been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards, one of the most respected honors in the travel industry. Auberge du Soleil, The Inn at Palmetto Bluff, Calistoga Ranch, Solage Calistoga, and Esperanza were ranked among the best hotels and resorts in the world, showcased in the upcoming November 2012 issue of Condé Nast Traveler. This announcement follows October’s Condé Nast Traveler Business Travel Awards, where Auberge Resorts was named the No. 1 Hotel brand in the industry. The Inn at Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina swept the awards with a No. 1 ranking as “Best Resort in the Southern United States,” No. 17 on the Top 100 “World’s Best,” and a No. 2 ranking on the “Top 10 Hotels & Resorts in the U.S.” Readers ranked Auberge Resorts’ flagship Napa Valley property, Auberge du Soleil, No. 1 “Best Hotel in Northern California” and No. 18 on the “World’s Best”. It was right behind the Inn at Palmetto Bluff on the “Top 10 Hotels & Resorts in the U.S.” with a No. 3 ranking. Making its debut on the Top 100 “World’s Best” list was Solage Calistoga at No. 88, also in Napa Valley; the property earned the No. 2 spot on the “Top 15 Resorts in Northern California,” while sister property Calistoga Ranch, in Napa Valley, ranked 6th on the same list. Esperanza in Cabo San Lucas placed No. 4 in the “Top 15 Resorts in Baja.” The Inn at Palmetto Bluff: No. 1 “Best Resort in the Southern United States” No. 2 “Top 10 Hotels & Resorts in the U.S.” No. 17 “Top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World” Auberge du Soleil: No. 1 “Best Hotel in Northern California” No. 3 “Top 10 Hotels & Resorts in the U.S.” No. 18 “Top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World” Solage Calistoga: No. 2 “Top 15 Resorts in Northern California” No. 88 “Top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World” Calistoga Ranch: No. 6 “Top 15 Resorts in Northern California” Esperanza: No. 4 “Top 15 Resorts in Baja” “The recognition in Condé Nast Traveler’s reader survey is so important to us, as we provide our guests with an exceptional experience by personalizing every aspect of their visit, from the moment they arrive to their farewell. That approach has won us the highest recognition from our guests along with tremendous loyalty and return visits,” said Mark Harmon, CEO of Auberge Resorts. “We truly appreciate the opinions of these frequent and discerning travelers and are thrilled to be on the “World’s Best” list yet again.” The 25th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards reflect the combined opinions of a record 46,476 readers who participated in the survey; Condé Nast Traveler tapped their reader base to rate the best cities, islands, hotels, resorts, cruises and airlines they experienced in the past year. Each ranking represents the sentiments of the magazine’s discriminating readers, who rated the leading destinations across the world. About Auberge Resorts Auberge Resorts is a collection of exceptional hotels, resorts and private clubs, each with a unique personality that assures a memorable guest experience. While Auberge Resorts nurtures the individuality of each establishment, all are characterized by a set of communal elements: intimate, understated elegance; captivating locations that inspire exceptional cuisine and spa experiences; and gracious yet unobtrusive service. Among the Auberge collection of distinctive properties are: Auberge du Soleil, Napa Valley, Calif.; Calistoga Ranch, Napa Valley, Calif.; Solage Calistoga, Napa Valley, Calif; Esperanza, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; The Inn at Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, S.C.; Hotel Jerome, Aspen, Colo.; Auberge Residences at Pronghorn, Bend, Ore.; and Auberge Residences at Element 52, Telluride, Colo., with several others currently in development. For more information about Auberge Resorts, please visit www.aubergeresorts.com. Follow Auberge Resorts on Facebook at facebook.com/AubergeResorts and on Twitter at @AubergeResorts. l ’ a r t d e v i v r e VOLUME 18 S K I C O U N T R Y, A U B E R G E S T Y L E HIGH ALTITUDE HAVEN TELLURIDE’S NEW LUXURY LIVING PRIVATE GOLF AT PALMETTO BLUFF SANTA FE’S ART EXPERIENCE A FARM-TOTABLE FRIENDSHIP AND A SPECIAL WEDDING IN CABO SAN LUCAS HIGH ALTITUDE HAVEN ROCKY MOUNTAIN IDYLL Whether hanging out, this page, or skiing, right, the mountain views are a constant backdrop. THE NEWEST GEM IN AUBERGE RESORTS’ STAR-STUDDED COLLECTION, THE AUBERGE RESIDENCES AT ELEMENT 52 RAISES THE STANDARDS FOR LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS IN TELLURIDE. BY HELEN OLSSON PHOTOGRAPHS BY ERICKA MCCONNELL AUBERGERESORTS.COM 35 36 FALL/WINTER 2011 VOL. 18 SWEATER, ANN TAYLOR; SHORTS, NATALIE MARTIN, NATALIEMARTINCOLLECTION.COM; TANK, TUCKER; JEWELRY, HARLOW BY ELIZABETH SAYLES perfect mood as we enter the lobby of The Auberge Residences at Element 52 in Telluride, Colorado—the newest member in Auberge Resorts’ collection of luxury properties. Inside, my family and I are welcomed by Patricia Lehberger, one half of the husband-and-wife duo that manages the property. The sculptures, she tells us, are actually skydivers by artist Bill Starke. The effect remains. We are also greeted by Bianca, Lehberger’s year-old Jack Russell terrier. She is white with a black eye patch—like a pirate, the kids decide. Lehberger runs Bianca through her repertoire of tricks and the kids give her a doggie treat from behind the check-in desk. Instantly we are made to feel at home. My husband, Jeff, and our three children, Quinn, 10, Aidan, 7, and Anya, 5, have come to Telluride, in southwestern Colorado, to ski, snowshoe, shop, and otherwise strip away the tensions of everyday life and work. This idyllic place is both an adventure and a very private, exclusive escape. With its massive sandstone tiles and polished walnut underfoot, the lobby has a sort of sturdy elegance that fits perfectly in this rugged Western town. In front of a cozy fireplace in Element 52’s communal Living Room, just off the lobby, we sink into overstuffed couches. Johannes Lehberger, Patricia’s husband, offers us a drink while the kids sit on cowhide rugs playing a game of tic-tac-toe with a game board of wood and oversized ceramic marbles. Auberge properties are perennially known for their stellar service, incredible amenities, and genuine sense of place. Therefore it’s no surprise that in this stable of PREVIOUS SPREAD, ON HIM: SUEDE JACKET, MEINDL, GORSUCH LTD., GORSUCH.COM; SHIRT, BEN SHERMAN. ON HER: DRESS, SIGN; EARRINGS, SINAI, AND NECKLACE, SEYCHELLES, LIONETTE DESIGNS BY NOA SADE, LIONETTENY.COM; COIN RING AND DIAMOND BANDS, HARLOW BY ELIZABETH SAYLES, ELIZABETHSAYLES.COM; SHAWL, MIN YOUNG LEE, MINYOUNGLEE.NET P PASSING THROUGH A COVERED PORTICO WITH SOARING COLUMNS OF SANDSTONE IN SHADES OF GOLD AND BRONZE, WE WALK BELOW TWO LIFE-SIZED, PATINATED-ALUMINUM FIGURES SUSPENDED IN A POSE THAT LOOKS AS IF THEY ARE DIVING INTO A POOL, ARMS OUTSTRETCHED LANGUOROUSLY, FACES SERENE AND BEATIFIC. THEY SEEM SO FREE, SO AT PEACE. IT LIFTS OUR SPIRITS EVER SO SLIGHTLY AND SETS THE guaranteed excellence, The Auberge Residences at Element 52 (named for Tellurium, atomic number 52 on the Periodic Table of Elements) is a distinct destination. An enclave of full-ownership luxury condominiums (also available for rental), Element 52 is a hamlet within a village. An extraordinary refuge tucked into the canyon of an already bustling historic mining town turned ski village. Nestled between the slopes of Telluride and the San Miguel River, Element 52 feels like a compact European village terraced into the hillside, with heated walkways winding through the tidy cluster of residences. Exteriors are a pleasant combination of earth-toned paneling, tumbled brick, custom ironwork, and corrugated metal. Each residence has its own unique design, yet it all coordinates seamlessly. The residences range from cozy two-bedroom, twobath units on a single level to spacious five-bedroom, six-and-a-half bath units spread over four floors. Guests can park in the heated underground garage. From there, some units can be accessed by private elevators. Simply opening the solid, wood-and-steel door to our residence for the weekend, we feel the quality of craftsmanship. The master bedroom is simple yet elegant, with plaster walls, walnut floors, and French doors that lead to a private deck. We step outside to breathe in the fresh mountain air and take in the view: a hillside covered with aspen and pine, the steeply pitched roofs of Telluride, the iconic clock tower of town hall, and the mountainous backdrop. We soon discover that the finishes throughout Element 52 are equally exquisite. In the master bathroom, a Waterworks tub that looks like half an enormous egg invites a soak. Polished marble tiles run floor to ceiling and radiant heating underfoot keeps our toes toasty. While ten-foot-high ceilings create modern, airy interiors, architectural flourishes give a nod to Telluride’s pioneering pedigree. There are wood beams with metal rods, cables, nuts, and bolts. Stairways are beautifully constructed with inlaid glass panels, milled steel, and walnut railings. We spend our first day skiing Telluride's vertiginous slopes, an absolute must-do on any skier’s life list. After warming up on the groomers, we head for Prospect Bowl, a glacial cirque high on the mountain. The view from the top is, quite literally, breathtaking. At nearly 12,000 feet, we scan the jagged panorama of inky black volcanic rock towering above us like the ramparts of some mythic castle. I seek out an easy route down with Anya, while Jeff takes the boys down the powder- IN YOUR ELEMENT Clockwise from left: the stunning entry to Element 52 beckons; cozy slippers by the door; a private moment. 38 FALL/WINTER 2011 VOL. 18 really mesmerizes all of us, however, is the view: Allred’s giant picture windows showcase the snowcovered peaks of the San Sophia Ridge. It’s possible to ski to the funicular at Element 52— making this new Auberge property the only ski-in, ski-out luxury accommodation in the town of Telluride— but the kids want to ride the gondola down to town and walk to the resort. The gondola is used not just for uphill skier transportation, but as a way to get to Mountain Village, a sprawling on-mountain town above Telluride. After our adrenaline-pumping day on the slopes, we are ready to soothe sore muscles. Our residence has a western red cedar hot tub on the deck, but we head instead for two generous soaking pools in the heart of the Element 52 village. The pools, rimmed with sandstone tiles and a few big sandstone boulders built into the edge, are filled with deliciously warm water ranging from 102 to 104 degrees. We are entranced by lights shimmering through the rippling water, the mist rising TOP LEFT: GREEN JACKET, FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT, GORSUCH.COM. TOP RIGHT, ON HIM: MOCK TURTLENECK, YOSEMITE COLLECTION BY JAMES PERSE; GLASSES, PAUL SMITH. ON HER: SCARF, NATALIE MARTIN; GLOVES, QI PRIVATE ACCESS Left to right: The funicular lift provides easy— and private—access from your unit to the slopes; the fireplace at Allred’s is as inviting as the delicious food. choked belly of the bowl. Quinn makes a handful of short-swing arcs, contrails of cold smoke billowing behind him, before catching a tip and cartwheeling down the steep pitch. He lands in a heap, unscathed. Lower down, we regroup and ski together past giant boulders speckled with bright orange lichen. No ski day in Telluride, especially a family one, is complete without a run down the See Forever Trail, a three-mile-long ribbon of snow that wraps around the mountain, affording memorable views, from Lizard Head, an eroded volcanic plug towering on the near horizon, to Utah’s La Sals in the distance. We pass by Alpino Vino, the highest restaurant in North America, a charming hut of stone and wood with peg-and-joint architecture and copper gutters. Outside, skiers cuddle under faux fur blankets on wrought-iron daybeds enjoying fl ights of wine and nibbling on a panino of prosciutto with organic baby lettuce and pear vinaigrette. Evenings, you can ride a snowcat to the restaurant for a delicious five-course Italian prix fixe dinner, which might include house-made spinach, roasted garlic, and asiago ravioli. Après-ski, we head for Allred’s, Telluride’s legendary on-mountain white-tablecloth eatery. We walk through stone archways to the bar, where the kids clamber onto barstools made of twigs. We order scrumptious mussels in a broth of saffron and chipotle and the signature truffle Parmesan fries. And for the adults, Bellini-tinis, a delicious blend of peach vodka and champagne. What TOP LEFT, ON HIM: SKI VEST, MONCLER, GORSUCH.COM; SWEATSHIRT, YOSEMITE COLLECTION BY JAMES PERSE; SUNGLASSES, OLIVER PEOPLES. ON HER: JACKET, GLOVES, AND SWEATER, QI; SCARF, NATALIE MARTIN; HAT, STEFFNER, GORSUCH.COM; GLASSES, OLIVER PEOPLES SNOW DAYS Clockwise from left: The glorious Telluride backdrop; the mountains are made for adventure; the San Miguel River ripples past Element 52. BRING ON THE POWDER Ski and board rentals that provide peace of mind LOVE TO SKI, BUT DISLIKE THE HASSLE of dealing with, say, equipment? The ski concierge at The Auberge Residences at Element 52 has your back. Each morning, guests head to the ski lounge to gear up for the day. Boots, which have been dried and warmed overnight in the lounge’s elaborate 72-boot drying rack, sit on benches where skiers and snowboarders sit and boot up, stowing street shoes in cubbies conveniently located beneath. Thoughtful touches in the lounge: baskets of hand-warmers, sunscreen, and lip balm. For guests who prefer to borrow cutting-edge equipment, Element 52 works with Black Tie ski rental, whose collection of gear is stockpiled with top-of-the-line skis, boards, and boots. If a guest isn’t completely satisfied by the skis they’ve rented, they can call Black Tie from the lift and a ski technician will be waiting at the base of the lift with a new pair. At the end of the day, if your equipment needs tuning, simply leave it with Element 52’s ski concierge, and the skis and boards will be waxed, sharpened, and ready to go the next morning. FAMILY FONDUE MOUNTAIN LIVING Clockwise from right: The mussels at Allred’s; soak in the heated outdoor pools; the Historic New Sheridan Bar; magical Telluride. TOP LEFT, ON HIM: JACKET, JACK SPADE; SWEATER, VICTORINOX; T-SHIRT, YOSEMITE COLLECTION BY JAMES PERSE; JEANS, CITIZENS OF HUMANITY. ON HER: FUR VEST, SHERRY CASSIN, GORSUCH.COM; BLACK TURTLENECK SWEATER, VKOON; JEANS, J BRAND; TURQUOISE AND GOLD EARRINGS, ALL RINGS, HARLOW BY ELIZABETH SAYLES. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT, ON HIM: ALL CLOTHING, YOSEMITE COLLEC TION BY JAMES PERSE. ON HER: SWEATER, TSE; CASHMERE AND TANK, TUCKER; EARRINGS AND RINGS, HARLOW BY ELIZABETH SAYLES. ON BOTH KIDS: DIESEL FOR KIDS Reconnecting in the kitchen of your private residence. from the surface, and the rumble of water cascading over a massive slab of rock abutting the pool. After the soak, all of us feeling cleansed and rejuvenated, it’s time for dinner. At Element 52, you can always eat in, cooking in the well-appointed kitchens. If you prefer to eat in without cooking yourself, the Element 52 concierge can arrange for the perfect catered meal to be delivered and served in your residence. But we want to see Telluride by night, so we tuck in the kids on the cozy chenille couch in front of the tumbled-brick-and-steel fireplace and leave them in the hands of a capable babysitter (the concierge can set up childcare or pet-sitting, too). My husband and I take the short walk into town for a romantic dinner at The Chop House on Telluride’s main street. Tucked into a booth beneath an elaborately coffered ceiling, with the light flickering from a small oil lamp between us, we begin our meal with Madeira-glazed gnocchi with blue cheese, and brussels sprouts with walnuts and bacon confit, followed by filet mignon as our main course. We all but melt into the booth. After dinner, we stroll down Telluride’s main street past shops filled with Scottish cashmere sweaters and hand-tooled ostrich Lucchese cowboy boots. Telluride is a postcard come to life, with a crush of colorful Victorians and brick storefronts lining the streets of the compact eight-by-twelve-block town. The red cliffs of the sky-scraping San Juans, laced with high waterfalls, frame it all. On a tour of Telluride’s back streets earlier in the day, we walked past sloping shacks in weathered wood, snowboards stacked on porches, and snow-covered cruiser bikes leaning against gingerbread houses in orange, purple, and blue. The kids were delighted to find, down a dirt alley, a small cabin covered to the rooftop with rusty antique license plates. THE POOLS, RIMMED WITH SANDSTONE TILES AND A FEW BIG SANDSTONE BOULDERS BUILT INTO THE EDGE, ARE FILLED WITH DELICIOUSLY WARM WATER. We stop into the Steaming Bean coffee shop, which is bustling despite the late hour. Locals in knit hats, flannel shirts, and slouchy jeans sit on an eclectic mix of couches, from an avocado-colored velvet sofa to an aquamarine vinyl bench pulled from a bus, the seatbelts still hanging off the sides. Telluride attracts a cross section of people, from dreadlocked trustafarians ski-bumming, to Hollywood jetsetters with sprawling mansions just outside of town. While most of the crowd is drinking beer, the rest sip lattes. The next morning, while Quinn and I take the lessthan-20-minute drive out to Gray Head, a 900-acre wilderness preserve at the disposal of Element 52 owners and guests, Jeff stays at the residence with the other kids, who are happy to explore the property. At Gray Head, Quinn and I stop first at the clubhouse, a two-story 1880s stone cabin where we meet Steve Catsman, a Telluride local and the visionary behind Gray Head. He tells us how the building once belonged to Johann Von Trapp, of Sound of Music fame. Catsman trucked it piece by piece from Wyoming and rebuilt it in the San Juans. The clubhouse is the hub for homeowners at Gray Head and Element 52 who want to ice skate or play pond hockey on the lighted outdoor rink, or cross-country ski on a groomed track. In summer, guests can play tennis, ride horses, and hike or mountain bike on 16 miles of trails. We drive down a dirt road, strap on our snowshoes, and head off through a snowy meadow. Meandering through an aspen grove, we notice the lower parts of the trees are covered in black scars. We slip off our WHERE TO EAT AND SHOP Allred's Access by taking the gondola to Station Saint Sophia; allredsrestaurant.com The Chop House 231 West Colorado Avenue; 970/728-9100; newsheridan.com Cosmopolitan 300 West San Juan Avenue; 970/728-1292; cosmotelluride.com Historic New Sheridan Bar 231 West Colorado Avenue; 970/728-9100; newsheridan.com The Steaming Bean 221 West Colorado Avenue; 970/369-5575; thesteamingbean.com Schaussi’s Alpen Schatz 317 East Colorado Avenue; 970/728-4433; alpenschatz.com Telluride Truffle 101 North Fir Street; 866/543-0108; telluridetruffle.com AUBERGERESORTS.COM 41 A CUT ABOVE Ownership opportunity unlike any other WHAT MAKES The Auberge Residences at Element 52 distinct in Telluride? We asked Bill Fandel, Vice President/ Managing Broker with Sotheby’s International Realty and Director of Real Estate Sales for Element 52. What sets the property apart from other offerings in mountain towns? To be in historic Telluride, nestled against the river with a private lift to the slopes— there’s really nothing like it. And it’s an Auberge Resort. What about the interior finishes of the residences? Finishes are refined to the smallest detail. Residences have coffered ceilings; tumbled brick on fireplaces; farm sinks; and stairwells with glass, walnut, and milled steel. 42 FALL/WINTER 2011 VOL. 18 mittens and rub our fingers in the fresh grooves left by elk chewing on bark. Hundreds of elk roam Gray Head, along with coyote, bighorn sheep, and black bears. As we hike, the view unravels in the distance: Telluride ski area; the Wilson Range, including Wilson Peak of Coors beer can fame; Lizard Head; and Mount Sneffels, a 14,000-foot hulking triangle of gray rock. We notice a surreal mist moving across the valley. It soon engulfs us in a warm shower of sugary snow. As we retrace our steps back to the car, we spot a gray fox running nimbly across a scree field, its fur flowing like silk. The perfect antidote to a long snowshoe or ski day is to indulge with a pampering at The Auberge Spa at Element 52. You enter down a softly lit passageway of wide-mortared sandstone. The short walk delivers you to the oversized marble steam room—there is one common space for women, one for men—where you can decompress with a meditative interlude. Next stop is a domed rotunda, with three treatment rooms off the center. The circular space is intimate and welcoming. It is nearly impossible to decide whether to indulge with a Deep Forest Exfoliation, which heals dry skin with a combination of evergreen mineral scrub and massage oils, or with a Hot Stone Sports Therapy, a treatment that uses warm basalt stones and arnicainfused oil to relieve aches from a body tense from skiing or snowshoeing. On our last night in Telluride, we sneak in one more couple’s dinner in town. The Lehbergers recommend Cosmopolitan, a Telluride institution located just across the street from the gondola. Surrounded by exposed brick and artfully placed copper panels and tiles, we order a warm beet salad with Colorado goat cheese and a balsamic reduction. And even though we’re in a landlocked state, we try the sushi: a Surf & Turf roll with seared beef tenderloin, tempura prawn, mango, and cucumber. It is delightful. For dessert, we sip cappuccinos but save room for treats we picked up earlier at Telluride Truffle candy store. Back at our residence, we snuggle in our king bed and decadently nibble on dark-chocolate truffles with salt and caramel, painted purple and gold and shaped like Colorado’s state flower, the columbine. We savor the moment, knowing soon we will be walking beneath those diving figures once again, but this time away from the sanctuary of this enchanting place. The Auberge Residences at Element 52, 398 South Davis Street, Telluride, Colorado. Ownership opportunities from $1.75 million to $6.5 million. Rental rates range from $950 per night to $5,000 per night. For rental reservations or for information about purchasing an Element 52 residence, call 970/728-0701; aubergeelement52.com. Like Auberge Resorts on Facebook. Follow Auberge Resorts on Twitter. ON HIM: SCARF, DIESEL; JACKET, BEN SHERMAN; SHIRT, KILL CITY. ON HER: SWEATER, QI; JACKET, MOGINN; JEANS, J BRAND; GLOVES, GERARD; NECKLACE AND EARRINGS, HARLOW BY ELIZABETH SAYLES How is E52 different from other high-end Telluride properties? At Element 52, you’re right in town. Yet it was conceived as a hamlet within a town, so in the interior of the property, you get a small-village feeling. SPLENDID SCENERY Opposite, from top: Each residence has a state-of-the-art kitchen that’s equipped for entertaining; an eager shopper entering Alpen Schatz. This page: Now boarding. 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