2400 Casteel Creek Road

Description

Surrounded by hundreds of open acres, bordering pristine National Forest land, this premium estate provides the ultimate ambiance and seclusion for a Rocky Mountain retreat. This wondrous privacy is a welcome respite from the busy life, yet it is still located in the heart of the Vail Valley, with Beaver Creek and Vail ski resorts 45 minutes away and plenty of shopping and dining options nearby. The scenic drive to The Chateau at Casteel Creek winds through a serene forest and culminates at a dramatic million-dollar bridge, a beautiful fusion of traditional and modern. At this point, The Chateau comes into view, and its first impression will leave you breathless. With a castle-like appearance, this architectural wonder invites guests to the vacation of a lifetime. Welcome the feeling of discovery into your heart and imagination every time you look around a bend or peek inside a new door, discover the unexpected at The Chateau. Be prepared to live well and create memories at this one-of-a-kind destination. With your stay at Chateau Grande at Casteel Creek, you have access to two homes, The Chateau with nine bedrooms and the Ridge House with four bedrooms. The incomparable 30,000-square-foot The Chateau can be thought of in three sections: the main living area, the family wing, and the guest bedroom wing. In the magnificent entry, a grand double staircase climbs up two levels to the main living area. A convenient elevator is available to take you up to your desired level easily. From the grand staircase, the focus is drawn to the dramatic Chihuly glass chandelier hanging above an elegant dining room table that seats an impressive 18 guests. On one side of the main level is the primary great room, with a large fireplace and plush seating for many guests. Across the walkway is another comfortable living area for everyone to gather with plentiful seating and picture-perfect views of the Sawatch Mountain Range. Just beyond this room is a fun ice cream parlor with a dazzling white marble countertop, vintage ice cream cups adorning the walls, and a chic circular couch to enjoy an ice cream sundae, while gazing at the same framed views of the Sawatch Mountain Range. This fun area also has a refrigerator, freezer, sink, and storage for an abundance of ice cream goodies. A rounded staircase leads to another hideaway spot, fitted with a desk and office chair, a great hidden location for getting work done or catching up on emails. The most exciting discovery on this main level is between the two living rooms, and just steps outside, you will find a 200-foot steel cantilevered viewing bridge suspended mid-forest for taking in views of the Sawatch Mountain Range and sounds of the creek. Enjoy this unique and wonderous space with a cocktail, a coffee, or in solitude. This one-of-a-kind place is truly magical. A spacious gourmet chef's kitchen is also on this main level, complete with a solarium drenched in beautiful Colorado sunshine and perfectly framing views of the Gore Range Mountains. This space flows nicely into the adjoining living areas. There is more fun to be had on the lower level of the home, heading left from the front door to a lounge area. The hallway leads through beautifully sculpted wood separators, down some stairs, and into a game area, the perfect spot for adults to relax on comfortable seating, with a card table, darts, a piano, and access to a large stone patio outside with a gas grill and a sitting area with a fire pit. Just when it couldn't get any better, next to the lounge is a private movie theater. Relax on plush couch seating or comfortable recliners. Heavy velvet curtains evoke a true theater experience while guests enjoy a movie night with the whole group in true theater style. Past the theater and game room, tucked around the corner - another discovery awaits. Iconic leather swing doors lead straight into the Wild West with an authentic replica of the original Silver Dollar Saloon in Jackson Hole. An incredibl