Author: The Moens Team

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How is the summer shaping up for Breckenridge Real Estate?

real estate investments in BreckenridgeIt is looking like it is going to be a great summer for real estate! The market is finally starting to show appreciation and lots of activity, especially in the lower price ranges. The very high end market is still sluggish.

The real estate market in Breck has become more balanced. During the recession, the buyers were worth gold while the sellers were really taking a hit because the prices had not risen to where they were prior to recession. Now it is a balanced playing field. I have had a few properties that were sold before I could get to my desk to write an offer! This hasn’t happened for many years.

It is still not too late to get a good price on a great second home or real estate investment property here in Breckenridge. Whether you are looking for a vacation home or a real estate investment property, the Breckenridge market is doing well!

real estate investments in BreckenridgeAnother thing to consider is that this time of year is when we have the most inventory to choose from. The skiers have gone home and sellers are ready to put their properties on the market. Real estate investment properties are still a great opportunity. With Breckenridge’s tourism numbers on the rise– summer and winter— rental properties are becoming more and more profitable.

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Awaken your 6th sense: Breckenridge’s expansion of Peak 6

Breckenridge Peak 6 ExpansionVail Resorts’s Peak 6 expansion is underway as the largest ski resort expansion in more than a decade. By opening up Peak 6, Breckenridge Ski Resort will add 543 new acres, a whopping 23% increase in rideable terrain!

Locals have been hiking up Peak 6 for years. Well now it’s going to be a bit easier, with 2 new chair lifts! The expansion will add to the ski map intermediate terrain, high alpine bowls and new hiking access terrain. At the moment, construction is underway and Peak 6 plans to open sometime this season.

Breckenridge Peak 6 ExpansionMaybe you’ve seen the helicopters buzzing around this summer. Almost every day, helicopters have been lugging in materials to build the new chairlifts. One of Breckenridge’s main goals was to minimize the impact of the expansion on the natural environment of Peak 6. No new roads were built because of this construction! While it is necessary to clear some land, legacy trees were preserved and the transition into treeline was gradual, maintaining the natural beauty of this area. In land that did need to be cleared, stumps and root systems were preserved to discourage erosion.

Here in Breck, we love our mountains. No matter how long I live here, I never tire of seeing the jagged skyline. I, for one, am excited to explore Peak 6.

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What to do in Breckenridge

family-activities-breckenridgeBreckenridge, Colorado is a place that the whole family will love! That time of year is almost here when you get to plan a fun-filled vacation for your family (don’t worry, I will give you the best places here)! This is one place that everyone will love and it is worth the trip as there are so many fun summer activities to choose from. Everyone will be satisfied and you can have a fulfilling and restful vacation, as there is such a variety. Not to mention the natural beauty of the land, Breckenridge is a vacation place that will leave you breathless. (Don’t forget the extra oxygen!)

Something for everyone!

A great way to start out your vacation is with the 4X4 truck tour. Pack your family into the open air vehicle which will fit up to 7 people and get ready for an adventurous safari ride! Explore and see an overview of the area which will have everyone oohing and ahhing over the beautiful natural scenery around them and jumping for joy when they catch sight of the wildlife in the area, which includes red foxes, bears, moose, porcupines, bighorn sheep, and golden eagles. Other ways to explore the beauty of the area include hiking, mountain biking (bike rentals available) or scenic lift rides for an aerial view that competes with the eagles. There are a variety of levels of hiking and biking trails which treat you to the doubly beautiful combination of the Rocky Mountain views and the radiant Colorado sunshine.

What to do for families in Breckenridge

Activities for the kids in Breck

After the tour, you may be ready for some thrills and spills, so head on over to the Summer Fun Park. You can park for free in one of the Break Connect lots in town and then jump on the Gondola for a scenic ride as you pass over the Cucumber Gulch preserve on your way over to the fun filled Park! Hit up the Alpine Super Slide and get ready for an exciting time as you choose from three different 2,600 foot long tracks that will take you on a joy ride down the side of the mountain with a variety of twists and turns. For the coaster lovers, don’t miss the unique Golden Coaster, (the only alpine roller coaster in Colorado!) and a thrilling one at that, as it takes you whipping through the forest on hairpin turns and loops on 2,500 feet of elevated track.

Bounce off the Walls in a Good Way; Fun activities for all!

Bounce on over to the Super Bungee Trampoline for the little ones and from there, land in the jumping castle at Ripperoo’s Bounce House, the one place where bouncing off the walls is actually encouraged! For more fun with flying and jumping, try the Spin Cycle to experience what it’s like to be an astronaut! For a fun and unique bonding experience, try not to get lost in the largest Human Maze, Mineshaft Maze at Amaze’n Breckenridge. Then climb on over to the Rock Pile Climbing Wall to test your agility or play some mini golf at the Super Put to show off your skills on a challenging course that is the most scenic around. For those who love to hunt for treasure, don’t lose the chance to find some shiny gemstones as you venture out on your own Gold Rush at the Gemstone Panning center; this is one place that will let you take your share of the loot! Breckenridge is a magical spot that you won’t want to miss for a memorable and fun filled summer vacation and travel adventure that will both amaze you with the natural beauty and leave you breathless.