Lifestyle & Essential

There are a lot of great times of year to vacation in Aspen and Snowmass. In fact, there’s really no bad time for an exciting excursion here. But, February is one of the best months to visit. The snow conditions are typically excellent, the Aspen weather usually warms up a bit from our usual January freeze (but not too much to soften the snow), and the lift lines move along...

(And Use a Rental Management Agency Instead) The travel market is huge, and the fastest-growing segment happens to be vacation rentals. What does this mean? It means that private homes and condos have to be on par with hotels in terms of their level of service. As more travelers choose a more personal and private option for vacations through platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, we must adapt to accommodate their...

Give a Key, take a key: 3RD HOME’s Exclusive Travel Club for Luxury Second Homeowners Are you getting all you can out of your second home in Aspen? We know you love spending time here, and owning your vacation home makes the experience so much more enjoyable and effortless. But, are you really getting all you can out of your property? What if you could get even more value out of...

February is a fantastic time for a vacation in Aspen and Snowmass. The skiing and snowboarding conditions are typically awesome, and the towns rock in full swing winter activity mode at this time of the season. Whether you visit the area with your family, your organization, your significant other, or even if you just come by yourself, you will discover something wonderful to do while you are here, despite the...

The season for viewing the famous fall colors in Aspen, Colorado, is just around the corner, so now is the time to plan your fall Aspen or Snowmass vacation in order to coincide with this wonderful annual show. While there are many excellent locations in and near Aspen and Snowmass where you can take in this fantastic gift from mother nature, such as the Maroon Creek, Castle Creek, and Owl...

Wow, suddenly August is here, and the Aspen summer has been filled already with its signature exhilarating events. From outdoor sports and activities, delectable food and wine festivals, stimulating science, political and sociological lectures and uplifting music festival concerts. Perhaps a bit lessor known is that summer in Aspen is also a fantastic time to appreciate fine art while surrounded by abundant natural beauty as well. From acclaimed upscale commercial...

So he dropped to one knee, looked up and popped the question. Rings were exchanged, followed by lots of crying and excitement over the phone. Then you go right into the nitty-gritty of “Who? What? Where? When?” It’s time for a wedding! But don’t let that “Who? What? Where? When?” take the fun out of it all. If you’re planning an Aspen wedding, especially on private property, be sure you’ve...

Missed the Winter X Games? Didn’t plan a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway? Tired of whooping it up with the mass of spring break humanity at the crowded beaches of South Padre or Cabo? How about an incredible, fun-filled spring break vacation in Aspen, Colorado instead? If you are looking for something different to do this year, we have the answer. Something exciting, invigorating, and memorable.  Just to let you know…...

Pine Creek Cookhouse — Aspen’s Romantic Winter Wonderland Watch the Alpenglow on high valley walls as you sample fine foods by a roaring fire with someone you love. Sound like a good way to spend Valentines Day this year? You can have that and more at the legendary Pine Creek Cookhouse just a few miles outside Aspen in what has become a mountain vacation tradition for many. The best part...

Luxury. The very word conjures images of polished marble, vaulted ceilings, caviar and chamber music. But true luxury is something different: It’s service, convenience, and comfort. It’s that turnkey solution to travel, business, or in navigating your life — when someone takes the time to really listen and anticipate your needs, adding to the flow of your experience. That’s the kind of concierge service we provide in your mountain getaway...