About the neighborhood
This home is located in the Winter Park Ranch subdivision and is nestled perfectly between the main towns of Winter Park and Fraser, offering a quieter mountain living experience while keeping all the region's top activities and highly-rated restaurants close at hand.
Here is a focus on the many things to do and top dining options in the area:
Top Restaurants & Dining Options
The Fraser Valley offers a diverse culinary scene ranging from iconic, casual spots to upscale dining.
Deno's Mountain Bistro: An upscale-casual American bistro, Deno's is celebrated for its extensive wine list, aged steaks, and for being one of the longest-running family restaurants in the area.
Hernando's Pizza Pub: A true Winter Park icon since 1967. This spot is famous for its thick-crust pizzas and the fun tradition of decorating the walls with dollar bills. It's great for a casual, family-friendly meal.
Pepe Osaka's Fish Taco Tequila Bar & Grill: A local favorite offering a unique Japanese-Mexican fusion menu. They are particularly well-known for their creative, fresh fish tacos.
Fontenot's Seafood & Grill: This restaurant brings a taste of New Orleans to the Rockies with a Cajun flair, specializing in fresh seafood, steaks, and original regional dishes.
Tabernash Tavern: For a slightly fancier, romantic evening, this hidden gem (a short drive away in Tabernash) offers an award-winning wine menu and inspired, high-quality cuisine.
Year-Round Things to Do
The area is a four-season playground, with activities focused on both the high-alpine environment and community entertainment.
Mountain Adventure & Outdoor Recreation
Winter Park Resort: The region's centerpiece.
Winter: World-class downhill skiing and snowboarding, including the expert terrain of Mary Jane. Also offers snowshoeing, guided snowcat tours, and ice skating.
Summer: Home to the famous Trestle Bike Park (one of the largest downhill mountain bike parks in North America), scenic gondola rides, and the thrilling Alpine Slide.
Tubing & Sledding: Enjoy dedicated lanes at places like the Colorado Adventure Park or the Coca-Cola Tubing Hill at Winter Park Resort.
Trails: The Fraser River Trail is a local favorite, excellent for hiking and biking in the summer and cross-country skiing/snowshoeing in the winter. For more challenging terrain, explore the over 600 miles of mountain biking trails in the region, or hike the trails leading into the Vasquez Peak Wilderness.
Water Activities: Fly fishing on the Fraser River is a must, and for high-adrenaline fun, check out whitewater rafting on nearby rivers.
Local Entertainment & Culture
The Foundry Cinema & Bowl: Located in Fraser, this is the premier indoor entertainment center, featuring first-run movies, a full-service bar and pizzeria, and a modern bowling alley.
Hideaway Park: This downtown Winter Park park is the hub for community events, hosting free summer concerts and festivals like the Blues from the Top and Jazz Festival.
Local Spirits: Visit one of the local breweries or distilleries for an après-ski drink, such as Fraser Valley Distilling, Idlewild Spirits Distillery, or Hideaway Park Brewery.
Cozens Ranch House Museum: Learn about the history of the Fraser Valley at its first homestead, dating back to 1874.
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Getting around
You are only about a 10-minute drive from world-class skiing and snowboarding at Winter Park Resort. The neighborhood also offers access to the free local shuttle (The Lift) for a car-free ride to the resort base village and the shops/restaurants in downtown Winter Park. The nearest stop is located just over 1/4 mile away. The charming town of Fraser, with local amenities and dining, is just minutes away.
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