Dec 23 2020

Avoid the Crowds with These Colorado Winter Activities

As much as we love the fantastic ski resorts in our neck of the woods, there is so much more to Grand County, Colorado, than carving down fresh powder with dozens of other people. Furthermore, we realize that some travelers are interested in experiencing some of the other Colorado winter activities, and let us tell you, there are plenty! As we mentioned in our previous post, there is a vast assortment of things to do in Colorado during the winter months. Today we’d like to focus on activities that will help you avoid crowds and enjoy open space while immersing you in the winter splendor of Grand County, Colorado.

Get Away from It All: Grand County Vacation Rentals

Whether you want an adrenaline-pumping snowmobiling tour or a quiet alpine cross country skiing expedition, you’re going to need a place to stay. With an elite collection of Grand County vacation rentals, Resort Management Group is ready to provide you with both a home away from home and a basecamp for adventure. Why stay at a ski resort or hotel when you can have a private vacation home? Some of our favorites are covered here in one of our previous posts.

Colorado Winter Activities: More Than Just Skiing

For many people, the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Colorado winter activities is skiing and snowboarding. As much as we appreciate those iconic winter sports, there is a lot more going on in The Centennial State than hitting the slopes. Planning your vacation highlights can sometimes be overwhelming, but having a broad idea of your options can go a long way in streamlining your planning process, as well as help you determine which vacation rental is right for you. As such, we’d like to give you a few ideas on things to do if you want to avoid crowds.

Snowshoeing and Cross Country Skiing

Sometimes overlooked, snowshoeing and cross country skiing are excellent winter sports for those who enjoy hiking. The alpine woodlands take on a new personality when covered in a layer of snow, creating a captivating world of discovery for those eager to learn what’s around the bend. Epic Mountain Sports in Winter Park has an extensive selection of high-quality winter sports rentals, including cross country skis and snowshoes. What’s more, groomed cross country skiing trails like the one at Fraser Valley Sports Complex are available for discovery.

Backcountry Skiing on the Berthoud Pass

Quite possibly the best backcountry skiing east of the Continental Divide, Berthoud Pass is a defunct ski area remnant and is reserved for only the most experienced riders. Berthoud Pass is an integral section of the Front Range and is the focal point of backcountry skiing in Grand County. We highly recommend taking a safety course before taking on this accessible yet volatile terrain.

Snowmobile Tours with Grand County Adventures

Grand County Adventures offers guided and unguided snowmobile tours that will get your adrenaline pumping while immersing you in the highlands. You’ll cruise by scenic vistas and sprawling panoramas as you explore Grand County and the Fraser Valley via hundreds of miles of trails and mountainside recreation areas. Snowmobiling in Colorado is something every winter enthusiast should experience!

Grand County Vacation Rentals and Things to Do in Colorado

Colorado winter activities don’t have to revolve around crowded resorts and stuffy hotel rooms. There is a lot of open space in our neck of the woods, and we’re happy to share it with those hoping to avoid large gatherings. One of our featured properties, Sunset Chalet, is the ideal location for tranquility and solitude. For more information about our other properties or to make a reservation, please visit us online or call 800-926-4386.

Oct 29 2020

Four Reasons to Spend the Holidays in Winter Park, Colorado

Winter Park, Colorado, lives up to its name at no better time than the holiday season. Soon, the entirety of Grand County will transform into a whimsical wonderland characterized by frozen lakes, fresh blankets of snow, and smiling faces exuding joy. This year, Resort Management Group invites you to celebrate Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Years’ in the comfort of a Grand County vacation rental to shake things up and perhaps start a new tradition. With a diverse selection ranging from mountainside condos to luxury lodges, it’s no surprise that RMG has been voted the #1 property management company in multiple years. Below, we share four reasons to spend the holiday season in Winter Park, Colorado.

1. Start a New Holiday Tradition in Winter Park, Colorado

As much as we adore long-standing family traditions, there’s no harm in shaking things up from time to time. Traveling to new places promotes bonding and could be more manageable for some family members nationwide to meet in a relatively centralized location like Grand County. Furthermore, Winter Park, Colorado, has a gamut of winter activities to keep people busy during an extended stay.

2. Grand County Vacation Rentals Are Stress-Free

Whether it’s mountain vistas or lakeside panoramas, there is something to be said about immersing oneself in natural scenic beauty. The calming effect that nature has is unrivaled and is the perfect way to supplement holiday joy. What’s more, RMG has a seamless booking, contactless and keyless check-in, and payment processing to add peace of mind, in addition to 24/7 emergency assistance. Also, rest easy knowing that your vacation rental will be cleaned and sanitized to hospital-grade standards by professionally trained staff.

3. There’s Plenty of Things to Do in Winter Park

We mentioned the nearby winter activities, but we can’t convey enough just how many things there are to do in our winter wonderland. Winter Park Resort opens a week before Thanksgiving, so visitors can get back into “skiing shape” before the holiday season fully commences. What better way to burn calories in Winter Park, Colorado than by skiing and snowboarding?

4. Have Memorable Experiences with Those Who Are Closest to You

Let’s face it, life gets busy, so many of us don’t spend as much time with those we love as much as we’d like. The snow-capped Rocky Mountains and alpine forests lend themselves to meaningful reflection and conversations with friends and family. When it’s all said and done, the best part of the holiday season is being with the people we care about, so why not make the most of it in Grand County? One fun idea is to have a photoshoot to capture the most meaningful moments and create a social media group for everyone to enjoy year after year.

Holiday Vacations in Grand County, Colorado

Stress-free Grand County vacation rentals from Resort Management Group are awaiting your presence. Whether it be a quick weekend retreat or an extended staycation, Winter Park, Colorado, is the perfect place for celebrating the holidays. For more information or to make a reservation, please contact us online or call 800-926-4386.

Sep 29 2020

Four Unique Rocky Mountain Cabins in Grand County, Colorado

Just because summer is over doesn’t mean you can’t embark on a mountain getaway. One of the best parts about Grand County, Colorado, is that it remains an excellent vacation destination throughout the entire year. When we aren’t hiking, mountain biking, and whitewater rafting, the ski lifts turn on, and many of the stunning summer attractions take on a whole new persona in winter. In the heart of “Colorado’s Playground,” Resort Management Group has a remarkable collection of Rocky Mountain cabins just waiting to be your home away from home. Furthermore, our extended stay discount gives visitors an incentive to stay a while. In this month’s post, we would like to highlight four unique Rocky Mountain cabins that will serve as the perfect basecamp for any Colorado vacation.

Rocky Mountain Cabins: Discovering Grand County, Colorado

With over 1,800 square miles of alpine forests, mountain meadows, rugged ridgelines, glistening lakes, and meandering rivers, it’s easy to see why Grand County, Colorado is an outdoor enthusiast’s dreamland. What’s more, the breathtaking scenery and tranquil settings lend themselves not only to recreational opportunities, but also a relaxing escape from life’s trials and tribulations. Whether it’s visiting the headwaters of the Colorado River in Middle Park or a kayak paddle on Grand Lake, if you’re looking for a calm retreat to create new traditions somewhere you’ve never been, you’ve come to the right place. Without further ado, here are four unique Rocky Mountain cabins from Resort Management Group.

Hurd Creek Cabin

Be the first to stay in this amazing mountain retreat! This secluded property is brand new and features one four-bedroom home, one separate cabin, and can accommodate up to 12 total guests. Greeting guests upon entry to the main dwelling will be cozy furnishings and captivating views of Byer’s Peak and the quaking aspens that surround it. Fully equipped with a gourmet kitchen, this house is perfect for a holiday dinner. With 97 acres of forest, direct access to miles of trails, a patio grill, wood-burning fire pit, and hot tub (coming by December 2020), you may be spending more time outdoors at this ideal location than you thought!

Inspiration Point

Located just four miles off the highway, Inspiration Point is a rustically gorgeous Rocky Mountain cabin that offers an authentic Coloradan experience. The large wrap around deck provides a superlative vantage point, and the wall-to-wall windows will have you saying good morning to the mountains at the beginning of each day. Surrounded by multi-purpose trails and unfettered access to Fraser and Winter Park, this new vacation rental has been garnering a lot of interest for those seeking adventure.

Whispering Aspens

Ensconced upon a majestic mountaintop, Whispering Aspens is a luxuriously spacious, pet-friendly home that is perfect for family reunions, wedding groups, and workations. With 100-mile views of the Continental Divide, and a private hot tub, this six-bedroom, four-bathroom home is a magnificent place to catch up with loved ones while connecting with Mother Nature. A private hot tub and ample star gazing opportunities are just two of the many amenities offered at this Rocky Mountain cabin.

Casa de Montaña

Quite possibly the crown jewel of Winter Park lodging, Casa de Montaña is much more than a cabin. This expansive and luxurious snow-haven offers ski-in-ski-out accommodations, multiple decks, outdoor fireplace, pool table, seven bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms, indoor parking, and space for up to 22 guests. This Grand County vacation rental is at the echelon of slopeside elegance. Adorned with a stylish interior design, direct entry to world-class skiing, and a bevy of outstanding amenities, this home is a sensational option for large groups like small weddings, family reunions, and corporate retreats.

Grand County Vacation Rentals from Resort Management Group

Grand County, Colorado, is a quintessential destination for those hoping to rejuvenate in relaxing splendor. Whether it be a weekend getaway or an extended Colorado vacation, Resort Management Group has you covered; however, many of these unique properties are filling up quickly, so don’t delay! For more information to help decide which Rocky Mountain cabins will be right for you, please visit our website or call 800-926-4386.

We look forward to helping you create unforgettable memories!

Jun 12 2020

A Rocky Mountains Vacation: 7 Day Summer Itinerary

Rocky Mountains Vacation: 7 Day Summer Itinerary

Grand County, Colorado, is widely recognized as the state’s unofficial playground. Just about anything from boating to horseback riding is readily available for summer visitors from near and afar. Resort Management Group offers Grand County vacation rentals that will give you unfettered access to all the best activities and attractions that make this region so remarkable. So whether you’re seeking a family vacation or a solitary workation, Resort Management Group’s dynamic array of properties will supply you with the perfect home away from home. To help ensure that your Rocky Mountains vacation is nothing short of spectacular, we’ve put together a useful seven-day itinerary.

Day 1: Your Rocky Mountains Vacation Has Begun

Welcome to the Rocky Mountains! As you make your way to your Grand County vacation rental, have your camera ready as you drive by and take in the majestic mountain views and raging rivers. There are many stores and landmarks to visit that are perfect for grabbing souvenirs and taking pictures. After you’ve gotten settled in, head out to the Trestle Bike Park at Winter Park Resort. You’ll get acclimated with one of the most popular activities in Grand County, as mountain biking picks up where skiing leaves off. What’s nice about Trestle is, they also have the largest rental fleet in the nation, so they’ll have you covered if you need bikes for the week. Trestle Bike Park also features scenic gondola rides that offer stunning mountain views and riding lessons for novice mountain bikers.

Day 2: Fishing in The Rockies

There is nothing quite like the tug of a trout at the end of your line while taking in the splendor of the Rocky Mountains. With countless miles of streams, alpine lakes and reservoirs, Grand County’s waters cater to fishing of all kinds and to all ability levels. The many rivers and streams provide excellent opportunities to catch various trout species. Enjoy reeling in a rainbow, brown, cutthroat or brook trout on the pristine gold medal waters that course through Grand County. Devil’s Thumb Ranch provides world-class guided fly fishing trips on private sections of the free-stone Fraser River.

For those who wish to learn from a local master, Beacon Landing Marina in Lake Granby offers guided fishing charters on Grand County’s lakes and reservoirs as well as pontoon and canoe rentals. Whether you seek a personal best or hoping to limit out on eaters, fishing anywhere else will never be the same!

Day 3: White Water Rafting

During the summer, white water rafting is arguably the most adrenaline-fueled thing to do in Grand County, Colorado. Imagine torpedoing full force into disintegrating walls of water as you make your descent down Clear Creek. Mad Adventures near Kremmling, offers guided white water rafting trips ranging from class I to class IV rapids. With that in mind, you can take a more mellow trip down the Upper Colorado, or a raging ride down Clear Creek. Be sure to contact Resort Management Group to learn about their exclusive discount!

Day 4: Rocky Mountain National Park

What would vacation to the Rocky Mountains be without a trip to a national treasure that bears the same name? We’re talking about Rocky Mountain National Park. With over 415 square miles of unscathed mountain majesty, Rocky Mountain National Park is truly a sight to behold. Trail Ridge Road is possibly the most scenic highway in the nation, if not the world, and it is just one of the many thoroughfares that allow visitors to take it all in. Visitors who plan on exploring the park during the weekdays will have a more intimate experience, as there tend to be more people on the weekends.

Day 5: Back to the Water

After a day in the mountains, it’s time to get back to the water! Kayaking and paddleboarding have exploded in popularity, while standard boating remains a quintessential Rocky Mountain pastime. Grand Lake, Colorado’s largest body of water, is perfect for any water activity, but Shadow Mountain Lake and Lake Granby are great too! There are several marinas in Grand County that provide boat and slip rentals, some of which offer kayaks and paddleboards for rent and sale.

Day 6: Giddy Up, We’re Going Horseback Riding!

Recreate the frontier days by saddling up for a Rocky Mountain horse ride! The impressively expansive mountain landscape lends itself to exquisite vistas of the Continental Divide and beyond. With several reputable ranches to consider, you can’t go wrong on this Rocky Mountain vacation. If horseback riding isn’t your cup of tea, perhaps a wagon ride would be more enjoyable?

Day 7: Golf the Rockies

Grand County has a diverse assortment of golf courses perfect for winding down before your Rocky Mountains vacation ends. Surrounded by big sky and stoic mountaintops, there is nothing quite like golfing in this picturesque alpine setting. Head to one of the driving ranges to warm up and then finish the day with a trip to the clubhouse for lunch or supper before heading back to your Grand County vacation rental.

Grand County Vacation Rentals From Resort Management Group

As you can see, there are a plethora of activities to be enjoyed in Grand County this summer. Whether you are seeking a leisurely retreat or endless excitement, there is something for everyone. To sweeten the deal, Resort Management Group offers discounts on extended visits, giving you the biggest bang for your buck! For more information on how we can accommodate your stay this summer, please call 800-926-4386 or visit us online today!