10/10 Excellent
Johnathan S.
4 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended!!
Johnathan S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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UNFORGETTABLE YELLOWSTONE-STYLE RESORT ON LOVELY ACRE, CINEMA+VILLAGE PARKING!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12511.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Vail, CO
- Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater7 min drive
- Gondola One Ski Lift7 min drive
- Vail Ski Resort30 min drive
- Leadville, CO (LXV-Lake County)52 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Lower Level Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Main Floor Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Second Floor Double Room
2 Double Beds
Upper Level Bunk Room.
1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds
Upper Level Main Master
1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed
Upper Level Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
UNFORGETTABLE YELLOWSTONE-STYLE RESORT ON LOVELY ACRE, CINEMA+VILLAGE PARKING!
HIGHCLIFFE LODGE, Vail’s finest, handcrafted log extravaganza celebrates western style and adventure, and promises an unmatched lodging experience — a whimsical, luxurious, cornucopia for the senses. Located just five-minutes to Vail Village and your private Solaris garage parking space. With designer furnishings, incredible decor and amazing kitchen, baths and beds, your stay at Highcliffe will be truly magical and cherished.
Enjoy a private acre of land with stunning Gore Range and Vail Valley Views, opulent perennial gardens (during Summer and Fall), handcrafted, log craftsmanship and magical Western and European decor. Five bedrooms sleep 12 adults comfortably. On-site indoor amenities include a state-of-the-art Western-mine-themed cinema with 8K Projector and Dolby ATMOS digital sound, ping pong, foosball and billiards tables, and steam shower. Outdoor amenities include hot tub, balconies and decks, a stunning private acre yard with huge stone patio, gigantic moss rock natural gas fire pit, Wolf BBQ, and Summer waterfall. The property is landscaped with stunning perennial gardens, aspen groves, ancient boulders, and an enchanting masonry stone switchback path up our Highcliffe Mountain abutting the National Park, leading to three dramatic stone belvederes with truly mind-blowing privacy and expansive Valley and Nature views.
Highcliffe has an ideal layout for 1-3 families, featuring three large private bedrooms with king and queen beds, with either additional day beds or lofts with twin beds. Two additional bedrooms easily accommodate 5 additional children (up to 7 if children share double bunks). Smaller groups of guests, including couples, feel luxuriated and cozy despite available bedrooms due to Highcliffe's creative floor plan. Bathrooms are mountain themed with quality towels and Molton Brown of London toiletries. Bedrooms feature luxury Shifman mattresses and top quality, professionally laundered and pressed bedding, 4K flat screen SONY TVs with Comcast/Xfinity premium TV service and internet streaming. Closets offer plenty of storage space. Bedrooms have large windows with magnificent open views, and are thematically furnished with Old Hickory furniture.
Location affords many nearby outdoor activities, including white water rafting, fishing and even swimming in adjacent Gore Creek, and outstanding hiking and biking trails for which East Vail is reknown. The property is very near the East Vail Racquet Club with outdoor tennis courts and heated pool, and indoor gym and coffee shop, available for a nominal daily fee.
For Winter Ski Guests we partner with an exceptional family-owned ski equipment rental/retailer with a convenient facility in Vail Village adjacent to Ski Lift Gondola One and our Solaris parking garage parking space. Our partner will store your rented (or owned) ski equipment at their slope side facility for a reasonable fee! Highcliffe also offers on-site ski boot and clothing warmers, and ski racks if you want to keep your equipment at the lodge.
Christmas and New Year Holiday guests celebrate the Holidays with festive fresh wreaths on doors, stockings by the fireplaces and a fabulous home-decorated fresh Christmas tree in the family room -- a Holiday Destination for cherished memories.
For groups of four and fewer and for rentals 3+weeks we offer rental discounts based upon dates. Please inquire. Also please see more pictures at highcliffelodge.
TOWN OF VAIL SALES TAX NO. 007433.
Enjoy a private acre of land with stunning Gore Range and Vail Valley Views, opulent perennial gardens (during Summer and Fall), handcrafted, log craftsmanship and magical Western and European decor. Five bedrooms sleep 12 adults comfortably. On-site indoor amenities include a state-of-the-art Western-mine-themed cinema with 8K Projector and Dolby ATMOS digital sound, ping pong, foosball and billiards tables, and steam shower. Outdoor amenities include hot tub, balconies and decks, a stunning private acre yard with huge stone patio, gigantic moss rock natural gas fire pit, Wolf BBQ, and Summer waterfall. The property is landscaped with stunning perennial gardens, aspen groves, ancient boulders, and an enchanting masonry stone switchback path up our Highcliffe Mountain abutting the National Park, leading to three dramatic stone belvederes with truly mind-blowing privacy and expansive Valley and Nature views.
Highcliffe has an ideal layout for 1-3 families, featuring three large private bedrooms with king and queen beds, with either additional day beds or lofts with twin beds. Two additional bedrooms easily accommodate 5 additional children (up to 7 if children share double bunks). Smaller groups of guests, including couples, feel luxuriated and cozy despite available bedrooms due to Highcliffe's creative floor plan. Bathrooms are mountain themed with quality towels and Molton Brown of London toiletries. Bedrooms feature luxury Shifman mattresses and top quality, professionally laundered and pressed bedding, 4K flat screen SONY TVs with Comcast/Xfinity premium TV service and internet streaming. Closets offer plenty of storage space. Bedrooms have large windows with magnificent open views, and are thematically furnished with Old Hickory furniture.
Location affords many nearby outdoor activities, including white water rafting, fishing and even swimming in adjacent Gore Creek, and outstanding hiking and biking trails for which East Vail is reknown. The property is very near the East Vail Racquet Club with outdoor tennis courts and heated pool, and indoor gym and coffee shop, available for a nominal daily fee.
For Winter Ski Guests we partner with an exceptional family-owned ski equipment rental/retailer with a convenient facility in Vail Village adjacent to Ski Lift Gondola One and our Solaris parking garage parking space. Our partner will store your rented (or owned) ski equipment at their slope side facility for a reasonable fee! Highcliffe also offers on-site ski boot and clothing warmers, and ski racks if you want to keep your equipment at the lodge.
Christmas and New Year Holiday guests celebrate the Holidays with festive fresh wreaths on doors, stockings by the fireplaces and a fabulous home-decorated fresh Christmas tree in the family room -- a Holiday Destination for cherished memories.
For groups of four and fewer and for rentals 3+weeks we offer rental discounts based upon dates. Please inquire. Also please see more pictures at highcliffelodge.
TOWN OF VAIL SALES TAX NO. 007433.
Property manager
Adam Bersin
Premier Host
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Minimum age to rent: 35
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids love the bunk room, sleeps 3-5.
Events
No events allowed
Needs approval from owner at booking, surcharge
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
House-trained pup permitted upon review, surcharge
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
All smoking inside the lodge is prohibited.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Needs approval from owner at booking, surcharge
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 007433
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Vail
Located in East Vail, a neighbourhood in Vail, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. Vail Ski Resort and Beaver Creek Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Travelling with kids? Consider Colorado Snowsports Museum and Hall of Fame and John A. Dobson Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Vail, CO
What's nearby
- Vail Golf Club - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
- Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
- Gondola One Ski Lift - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
- Eagle Bahn Gondola - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
- Vail Ski Resort - 30 min drive - 14.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- La Cantina - 6 min drive
- Buffalo's - 52 min drive
- Red Lion - 7 min drive
- Two Elk - 62 min drive
- Vendetta's Italian Restaurant - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Candace C.
31 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury Mountain House in Vail
Candace C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly J.
1 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coolest Log Cabin Ever!
Kelly J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bailey D.
29 January 2025
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Bailey D.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
angie b.
29 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Christmas Vacation Home
angie b.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
cindy m.
3 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving family wedding trip
cindy m.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Justin B.
2 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top 5 VRBO Spot
Justin B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joe R.
25 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a business retreat
Joe R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Claudia S.
12 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family vacation
Claudia S.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie D.
18 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High expectations? Highcliffe for the win!
Julie D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ben D.
7 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Ski Home for Family in Vail
Ben D.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin M.
21 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Ski Trip - 2024
Benjamin M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Thomas S.
17 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
Thomas S.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg B.
31 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highcliffe Comment
Greg B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
annabelle m.
6 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property in Vail
annabelle m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tony & Melinda H., Dallas, TX
16 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vail Adventure
Tony & Melinda H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andres D., Santiago, Chile
5 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic lodge, perfect stay
Andres D.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bob M.
25 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great week!
Bob M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Asmirh D., Atlanta, Georgia
24 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True luxury in Vail
Asmirh D.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tammy B.
20 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING
Tammy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Negar H.
20 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Negar H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tim C., Midlothian Texas
6 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing House, Beautiful Property, Highly Recommended
Tim C.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Helen R.
11 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property and Experience!
Helen R.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Adam B.
6 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely mountain adventure
Adam B.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
6 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was over the top w/constant help & communication!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Adam Bersin
Purchased the native land in 2014, design and construction took two years. Currently live Manalapan Point, Palm Beach FL. No expense spared in design and fixtures, completely over the top, and an inspired project that our family and clients adore.
We fell in love with the convenient neighborhood location and land due to its immense size (nearly an acre), privacy, stunning topography, ancient aspen groves and boulders, and tremendous Gore Range views.
Highcliffe is also the true log home built in Vail in the past 30 years. We chose enormous fully-scribed Engleman spruce and lodgepole pine logs from Montana and Wyoming with fascinating character features including cat eyes, burls, and other amazing imperfections, creating a massive, rich feel. Stone used in patios, flooring and fireplaces was quarried in Colorado and New Mexico and includes moss rock and limestone. Ironwork was custom designed, and forged in Craig, Colorado by a master. The main furnishings were hand made in Buena Vista, CO and feature Ralph Lauren fabrics, buffalo hide, and various fine leathers and other furs. Navajo rugs throughout Highcliffe are authentic and feature traditional Navajo design motifs, including Yei, Two Grey Hills, Eye Dazzler, Germantown, and Teec Nos Pos. Tastefully incorporated taxidermy includes buck, moose, bobcat, raccoon and mallard, and antique design pieces are American Western, and European black forest. Highcliffe is iconic in its presence and ambiance, quality of finishes, attention to detail, and reputation, and we hope you will enjoy an amazing mountain adventure with us.
We fell in love with the convenient neighborhood location and land due to its immense size (nearly an acre), privacy, stunning topography, ancient aspen groves and boulders, and tremendous Gore Range views.
Highcliffe is also the true log home built in Vail in the past 30 years. We chose enormous fully-scribed Engleman spruce and lodgepole pine logs from Montana and Wyoming with fascinating character features including cat eyes, burls, and other amazing imperfections, creating a massive, rich feel. Stone used in patios, flooring and fireplaces was quarried in Colorado and New Mexico and includes moss rock and limestone. Ironwork was custom designed, and forged in Craig, Colorado by a master. The main furnishings were hand made in Buena Vista, CO and feature Ralph Lauren fabrics, buffalo hide, and various fine leathers and other furs. Navajo rugs throughout Highcliffe are authentic and feature traditional Navajo design motifs, including Yei, Two Grey Hills, Eye Dazzler, Germantown, and Teec Nos Pos. Tastefully incorporated taxidermy includes buck, moose, bobcat, raccoon and mallard, and antique design pieces are American Western, and European black forest. Highcliffe is iconic in its presence and ambiance, quality of finishes, attention to detail, and reputation, and we hope you will enjoy an amazing mountain adventure with us.
Why they chose this property
The beautiful acre of land was one of the last virgin parcels in Vail, and has outstanding views of the Gore Mountain Range and abuts the White Forest National Park to the rear. Most importantly, it sits on a charming residential street with Gore Creek a one-minute walk away, offering nearby white water rafting trips, fly fishing, and nature hiking trails. A fantastic waterfall hike begins only 500 feet away!
Attention was paid to incorporating indigenous stone and artwork to represent the Rocky Mountains and their splendor. We love the hustle and Internationality of Vail Village and its many outstanding restaurants and shops, great skiing, fairs and festivals. We sought a location offering easy and quick access to the Village, yet private and exclusive. It was important that the location allowed for our then-early teenage children to easily bike, walk or take the free bus to Vail Village.
Attention was paid to incorporating indigenous stone and artwork to represent the Rocky Mountains and their splendor. We love the hustle and Internationality of Vail Village and its many outstanding restaurants and shops, great skiing, fairs and festivals. We sought a location offering easy and quick access to the Village, yet private and exclusive. It was important that the location allowed for our then-early teenage children to easily bike, walk or take the free bus to Vail Village.
What makes this property unique
Privacy, location, and a truly enchanting environment. Plenty of yard space featuring private nature paths and an antique wagon. Private mountain in the backyard, with trails and an observatory. Amazing views, and plenty of wildlife (eagles, hummingbirds, foxes, raccoons, marmots, and chipmunks). Plenty of decks and balconies to enjoy the fresh air and al fresco dining. A Mountain lodge in Vail, luxuriously decorated and appointed in Ritz Carlton, Bachelor Gulch style, with its own state-of-the-art private movie theater and mountain!
Languages:
English, Spanish, Portuguese
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