for over 60 years, the vail valley has been synonymous with a luxurious american alpine experience. surrounded by the magnificent white river national forest with views of the iconic gore range, the vail valley is home to world-class ski resorts vail and beaver creek. with over 5,300 skiable acres including the legendary back bowls and blue sky basin, vail offers terrain for all levels and two charming base areas in vail village and lionshead. beaver creek is home to the fis birds of prey world cup alpine ski race and hosted the fis alpine world ski championships in 1989, 1999 and 2015. renowned for their best-in-class grooming, beaver creek offers the recently opened mccoy park for begin ner terrain, grouse mountain’s famous steeps and moguls, and a mountain of options in between.
just 100 miles from denver, guests flock year-round to the vail valley to enjoy the sheer beauty of the stunning scenery, intimate old-world european charm, cultural events, and access to wilderness. although the valley offers seclusion and an escape from city life, eagle valley regional airport (ege) provides service from 12 cities and is just 35 miles to vail.
the vail valley offers endless outdoor recreation including fly-fishing, hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and golf. vail’s gerald r. ford amphitheater and beaver creek’s vilar performing arts center bring dance, opera, comedy, film, and all genres of music to the valley.
liv sotheby′s international realty has served this renowned resort community since 1995 and has offices in vail, beaver creek, and edwards. whether you’re looking for the perfect ski-in mountain chalet, a turnkey condominium, or an estate with expansive acreage, our team can help you find the perfect property where you and your family will create lifelong memories.
Few Vail residences offer a single fourth-floor view of the ski slopes of Vail Village, Golden Peak, and the Gore Range. Fewer still pair that view with a turnkey, beautifully renovated interior, a documented short-term rental record, and a central position in Lionshead Village as Vail prepares to build its next base village just to the west. 521 E. Lionshead Circle #405 is one of them. Set in the heart of Lionshead Village, the residence opens to a southeast vantage above the rooftops. The Eagle Bahn Gondola and Born Free Express chairlift sit a short walk from the door, the pedestrian-only village extends in every direction, and the free Town of Vail In-Town Shuttle stops just outside the building every 5-10 minutes, carrying you to Vail Village and Golden Peak with skis or without. One assigned parking space, with the Lionshead Parking Structure immediately adjacent. Inside, a great room centered on a wood-burning fireplace opens to the balcony and a kitchen with slab granite, stainless appliances, glass subway tile backsplash, and ski-slope views. Travertine bathrooms with frameless European glass showers, all-new cabinetry, millwork, and doors, and wood floors reflect a comprehensive renovation and a 2014 building-wide exterior and window replacement. Operated as a short-term rental, the residence generated approximately $98K in 2025 revenue with 76% ski-season occupancy at an $855 average daily rate. Short-term rentals are permitted with a strong rental history at Vail 21. Looking forward, Vail Resorts, the Town of Vail, and East West Partners (Beaver Creek, Bachelor Gulch, Denver′s Riverfront Park) announced a partnership in late 2024 to develop West Lionshead into Vail Mountain′s fourth base village. When it rises just to the west, #405 will sit at the center of Vail′s three-village axis. Elevator building. Top-floor hot tub. Quarterly dues include heat, cable, internet, utilities, snow removal, and insurance.
