105 Bear Scratch

Here at Benson Sotheby’s International Realty we had two of our larger listings sell. At the beginning of January Cathy Benson’s listing at 105 Bear Scratch sold for $4,000,000, which was the highest home sale in the Crested Butte area in over 5 years.*  105 Bear Scratch was a magnificent ski in/ski out home located in the Prospect at Mt. Crested Butte subdivision.

750 Providence Ridge

Later in the month 750 Providence Ridge ended up selling for $1,600,000. This was another listing of Cathy Benson and Gary Huresky was the agent for the buyer. 750 Providence Ridge was a wonderful home at the top of Trappers Crossing at Wildcat that had breathtaking views down valley.

*Dan McElroy of Coldwell Banker Bighorn was the agent for the buyer

The Collection

‘The Collection’ is Benson Sotheby’s International Realty catalog of properties including all homes, condos, townhomes, lots, land, ranches and commercial listings.  Also included is event guide to many of the happenings in Crested Butte during the winter and a Market Report detailing 2011 and were we expect to be heading in our end of the valley. 

Click here to view the online version of ‘The Collection’

Also make sure to check out our ‘Crested Butte Real Estate Overview’.  The overview is a sampling of our homes and condos we have listed.  We inserted this publication into the December 30th issue of the Crested Butte News.  With so many people in town it gives the maximum exposure to our listings that our clients demand.

Click here to view the online version of  the ‘Crested Butte Real Estate Overview’

You can also pick up either of these publications throughout the Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte areas or stop by our office at 433 Sixth Street and we will be happy to help you.

750 Providence Ridge

750 Providence Ridge sold for $1,600,000!!

750 Providence Ridge has been reduced again down to $1,700,000!!

750 Providence Ridge is now $1,999,999!!  It has been reduced over $550,000.  This is a beautiful home on the top of Trappers Crossing on Gibsons Ridge.

Bedrooms:  3
Bathrooms: 4 Full and 1 Half
Living Space:  5,292 SqFt

Below is the description:
Views of a lifetime, the top of Wildcat, 320 degree views, bordering National Forest and all the way to Baxter’s Gulch. Luxury at the finest levels. Two junior master bedrooms plus the master with it’s own fireplace and sitting area, the media room with movie theatre will amaze the most tech savvy experts, large family/entertainment area plus the great room with 20 foot vaulted ceilings a 3rd fireplace two dining areas and gourmet’s kitchen. When you stand in the great room the views are to Marcellina on the West and to Round Mountain on the East. The patio/fire pit boasts a sound system, large hot tub, large grill and of course the fire pit. All beautifully furnished and appointed. Truly a unique location and outstanding home.

For more photos, video tours and descriptions click here.

1482 Peanut Lake Road

Benson Sotheby’s International Realty just closed on both sides of the 1482 Peanut Lake Road transaction.  The property, which is a 1,500 SF, 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath Home that sits on 57.00 Acres that border Peanut Lake, sold for $3,125,000.

This makes the fourth listing that has sold from Benson Sotheby’s International Realty over the 2.9 million dollar mark in less than a year.  These four transactions are the only sales over $2.9 million in the last 3 years.

Just another reason why Benson Sotheby’s International Realty is the leader when it comes to listing and selling your luxury home or estate in the Crested Butte area. 

This property was listed by Channing Boucher and sold by Cathy Benson, both of Benson Sotheby’s International Realty.

503 Horseshoe Drive Exterior

Incredible price! This immaculate fully furnished three bedroom, three and a half bath home located in Pitchfork Subdivision offers what you desire in a mountain home or investment opportunity. Amenities include a living room with fireplace, finished basement with Bose Surround Sound entertainment system, and 1-car attached garage. Home is a close proximity to free shuttle to the ski area or town, bike path and spectacular views of surrounding mountains! Extra parking/patio pad alongside the garage!

Beds: 3
Bathrooms: 3 Full and 1 Half
Finished SqFt: 2,020
Price: $450,000

Click Here for more details about 503 Horseshoe Drive 

This property is listed by Kiley Flint and Cathy Benson

This property sold for $390,000 in October of 2011.

 A revised winter air schedule for United, Continental, and American Airlines has been placed on FlyGCB.com as a printable PDF. This way, you can print it out to share with staff, family and friends or e-mail it. Use this link to access the PDF.

LOCALS FARE INFO

Don’t forget about locals fares on United! Here is a bit more about the program:

• You must book at least one day in advance
• Must book locally with Crested Butte Vacations (349-2287) or at the United desk at Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC); open 10AM-3:30PM except when flight is being serviced
• Maximum 30 overnights and minimum 1 overnight (not good for same day departure/return)
• $109.70 one way ONLY; must originate in GUC
• $161.40 round trip and you can originate in DEN or GUC
• Subject to availability and taxes

‘The Collection’ is HERE!!  ‘The Collection’ is a catalog of properties listed by Benson Sotheby’s International Realty for the winter 2010/2011 season.  In this year’s brochure we bring you some of the most luxurious, unique properties in the Crested Butte area.  We also provide a calendar of events along with blurbs about each area located in ‘The Collection.’

Click Here to view the online version of ‘The Collection’ or make sure to pick up a complimentary hard copy as they are distributed throughout the Crested Butte area.

Opening day is this Wednesday (November 24th 2010).  Join us for first chair at 9 am and then stick around for a music filled day as KBUT warms up the slopes with their live broadcast throughout the day. At 2 pm it’s time to ditch your gear, put on your dancing shoes and head to the Butte 66 deck for performances by Drew Emmitt of Leftover Salmon followed by our friends of the Spring Creek Bluegrass Band. Provided by skicb.com.

Black Diamond Lodge is the premier base area lodge on the mountain.  With units starting at $410,500 this is the perfect time to purchase a Black Diamond Lodge unit just before ski season.  The Black Diamond Lodge is just steps away from the lifts and just across the street from The Lodge at Mountaineer Square.

The Black Diamond Lodge will provide the perfect home at the base of Mt. Crested Butte. The Black Diamond Lodge is a boutique lodge of 8 custom condominium residences. Each residence is designed and finished to maximize comfort and views with a casual, mountain elegance that lives like a custom home but with all of the conveniences of a condominium.

Be a crosswalk away from the base chair lifts and the shopping and dining of Mountaineer Square. Have breathtaking views of Mt. Crested Butte from each residence. Be steps away from the town recreational path and the free town shuttle service. Have reserved, secured underground parking complete with elevator service for your ease.

Enjoy the views from the outdoor hot tub on the third floor. Have a ski locker on the lobby level and a personal storage closet in the garage for each residence.

For more photos and information go to blackdiamondlodgecb.com

Black Diamond Lodge Price Information