EAGLE, Colo. -- With the increased popularity of Vail Valley as a top tourist destination, thousands of visitors a year are migrating to the stunning Rocky Mountains to build vacation or permanent residences. As a result, communities like Vail, Beaver Creek and Aspen have experienced sprawling growth. As this trend continues, people are looking for new and undiscovered locations that embrace the western Rocky Mountain spirit, are less populated, yet close enough to the top ski resorts. Eagle, Colorado, has seen unprecedented growth in recent years, and is expected to be the next Vail Valley hot spot. Owner of Adam’s Rib Ranch and founder of Denver’s largest hotel, Adam’s Mark Hotel chain, Fred Kummer agrees, turning his working ranch of 25 years into Adam’s Rib Ranch, home of Adam’s Mountain Country Club. His long-time ambition to create a second home oasis in Eagle County has materialized into a luxury community that offers expansive views and spacious homesites. Unlike the large resort communities of Vail, Aspen and Beaver Creek, Adam’s Rib Ranch takes a different approach, making space, service and community its core tenants. Adam’s Rib Ranch is the quintessential luxury mountain paradise. Only wilder.
Nestled in a private valley outside of Eagle, Colorado, Adam’s Rib Ranch is an exclusive community that sits upon 1,662 acres of pristine land, offering spacious homesites and panoramic views of snow-capped peaks. Home of Adam’s Mountain Country Club, the community features a championship Tom Weiskopf-designed golf course, personalized concierge service and access to the world’s best mountain recreation. Surrounded by acres of federal wild lands, access to an equestrian center, and fly-fishing with entrée to miles of rolling creeks, Adam’s Rib Ranch provides an incomparable way of life that feels remote and secluded, yet provides a family friendly atmosphere.
Kummer, founder of St. Louis-based HBE Corporation, a leading design-build firm and Eagle County land owner, is dedicated to the success of the community and believes that Adam’s Rib Ranch will exemplify the boundless spirit of the area. He has commissioned a 24-foot bronze sculpture of an eagle to stand in front of the community’s clubhouse, developing an identity not only for Adam’ s Rib Ranch, but for Eagle as a destination. Designed by internationally acclaimed artist, Lorenzo Ghiglieri, from Wilsonville, Oregon, this astonishing eagle will inspire awe in area visitors and will become a symbol of the community. Ghiglieri’s impressive career has included creating artwork for the Vatican, White House, Kremlin and Royal Palace.
Adam’s Rib Ranch, home of Adam’s Mountain Club, will create new jobs and promote sensible growth by ensuring that all buyers have plenty of space, preserving acreage and not over-developing the land. The community will also infuse the economy with tourist dollars, add commerce to the local businesses and increase town activity, helping make Eagle Vail Valley’s newest hot spot.
“Eagle is a relatively undiscovered area in the Vail Valley, making it the ideal mountain town for a unique second home development,” said Kummer. “I wanted to create an environment that would capture the spirit and lifestyle of the local residents, emphasizing a wild, western feel and a strong community. Adam’s Rib Ranch has embraced this philosophy.”
Adam’s Rib Ranch Real Estate Opportunity
Adam’s Rib Ranch provides one of Vail Valley’s most unique real estate opportunities with a limited number of exclusive homesites and custom homes, as well as supplemental rental options for members. The architecture of the community will celebrate luxurious mountain living while placing a large emphasis on quality of design and finish. Building envelopes have been created within each homesite to support the spacious design of the community, ensuring privacy and fabulous views for all homeowners. Additionally, most homesites adjoin open space, the golf course or Bureau of Land Management, property providing scenic views and privacy.
Homesites
· 99 custom homesites spaced throughout the community’s 1,662 acres
· Lots range in size from 3.57 to 9.85 acres
· Two larger parcels of 35 acres and 35+ acres
· Architectural design guidelines do apply
· Prices start at $800,000
Custom Homes
· Three custom homes ranging from 3,800 to 4,200 square feet
· Available in 2006
Rental OpportunitiesCottages
· Five guest cottages will be available for rent by owners, members and their guests
· 2,226 square feet
· Cottages offer unfettered views of Brush Creek Valley and protected open space and are adjacent to the Weiskopf-designed golf course
· Each cottage is comprised of two levels with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, an open living-kitchen-dining area, outdoor deck and rock-encased fireplace
“Our real estate offering is perfect for everyone—from families to retirees to golf and ski enthusiasts,” said Bob Nott, sales manager of Adam’s Rib Ranch. “Each and every homesite at Adam’s Rib Ranch is perfectly placed to ensure the best possible view of the valley. Moreover, in building our custom homes and cottages, we have not spared any expense. Every detail represents top-of-the-line quality and craftsmanship. This attention to detail coupled with the pristine location make Adam’s Rib Ranch truly special.”
Weiskopf Golf Course
The cornerstone of the community is a 300 acre, Tom Weiskopf-designed course, opening in Spring 2007. Weiskopf’s unparalleled vision, creativity and emphasis on indigenous landscaping have come together to create a breathtaking golf course that inspires awe in even the most seasoned player. This member’s only 18-hole golf course in the heart of the Vail Valley will feature eight man-made lakes, a driving range, practice chipping and putting areas and ten holes play around or are adjacent to water. Open to both residents and non- residents, golf membership will not be contingent on real estate ownership and will allow for 390 total memberships as well as access to all clubhouse and golf course amenities.
“This will be a truly memorable course to play. It will challenge both expert and novice alike, with holes that are both spectacular in nature and forgiving in play,” said Weiskopf. “I have never believed in one signature hole. Each hole is individually unique from every other.”
Adam’s Mountain Country Club Membership
· Full Membership:
o Initiation fee of $150,000
o Available to residents and non-residents
o Includes unlimited golf and full access to the clubhouse, fitness center, spa, guest cottage rental, tennis, fly fishing, pool, tennis courts and equestrian facility
o Private limousine service is available to full members who purchase a homesite
· Resident Sports Membership:
o Initiation fee of $25,000
o Available to Adam’s Rib Ranch residents only
o Includes same benefits as Full Members except access to golf
o All homesite owners must be at least a Resident Sports Members
· Local Sports Membership
o Initiation fee of $35,000
o Available to Eagle county residents and home owners
o Includes same benefits as Full Members except access to golf, guest cottage rental and private limousine service
· National Limited Golf Membership
o Initiation fee of $35,000
o Available to persons who do not own or lease property in Eagle County
o Includes same benefits as Full Members except private limousine service
o Golf access will be subject to certain limitations including a maximum of six tee times per year
Adam’s Mountain Country Club Amenities
In addition to the golf course, Adam’s Mountain Country Club will boast a 40,471 square foot clubhouse that will offer stunning views of surrounding mountain peaks. Home to a fine restaurant and bar, veranda, a 3,200 square foot fitness/spa area and a full service gift/golf shop, the clubhouse will be the epicenter of the community and a place for members and their families to indulge in rest and relaxation. Also offered will be a member’s only dining room, lounge, men’s and women’s locker rooms, cart storage, snack bar as well as a café for lounging, quick drinks and snacks.
Personalized service is a core tenant at Adam’s Mountain Country Club from the most minute detail to large scale requests—members and guests will enjoy the finest care and management of all club and residence ownership. Each member will have a general manager and a team of assistants to attend to all of their needs, including arrangements for a variety of sporting and cultural activities from golf and fly-fishing to hiking and mountain day-trips. Members and guests will have the opportunity for virtually any personalized service, such as stocking refrigerators before arrivals, coordinating restaurant reservations, continual home maintenance and much more. This personalized concierge service will ensure that members enjoy all aspects of upscale mountain living, pairing a variety of amenities with tailored services designed to make life at Adam’s Rib Ranch convenient without sacrificing luxury. Resident Sports Members will also have access to complimentary private limousine service, enjoying Eagle airport pickup and delivery along with private service to the Vail ski areas during winter season.
For residents and guests who revel in Colorado’s western spirit, a future equestrian facility will provide a stable where guests can board their own horses. Additionally, the club will offer corral rides, riding instruction and carriage/sleigh rides into the thousands of acres of surrounding federal wild lands. For those who prefer water to land, Adam’s Rib Ranch will boast an on-site fly-fishing area with access to Brush and Salt Creeks, which are flowing with trout. Additionally, Adam’s Mountain Country Club will offer a tennis court for a great workout when the slopes are closed. The courts will be adjacent to the community’s pool, where members and their families can enjoy Colorado’s sunny weather.
About Adam’s Rib Ranch, Home of Adam’s Mountain Country Club
Adam’s Rib Ranch is an exclusive resort community offering 99 spacious homesites stretching over 1600 acres and surrounded by vast, protected wild lands in the heart of the Vail Valley in Eagle County, Colorado. Founded by Fred Kummer, developer of the Adam’s Mark Hotel chain, Adam’s Rib Ranch is home to the premier Adam’s Mountain Country Club, which offers an 18-hole Weiskopf-designed golf course and personalized concierge and private limousine services to the world’s best skiing and year-round outdoor activities. Adam’s Rib Ranch is the quintessential luxury mountain paradise. Only wilder. For more information, call 866.490.2622 or visit www.discoveradamsribranch.com.
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