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CRESTED BUTTE VACATION RENTALS, COLORADO |
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Why Vacation in Crested Butte |
| Often referred to as ‘The Last Great Colorado Ski Town’, Crested Butte, Colorado will amaze and delight you with its pristine natural wilderness that encompasses snowcapped peaks, lakes, lush meadows, rolling hills, crystal clear lakes and gentle streams. Be it winters or summers – Crested Butte vacation rentals and Crested Butte lodges give you the opportunity to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, skiing, snowshoeing etc. |
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Crested Butte Vacation Rental Information |
| Situated in Gunnison County in Colorado, Crested Butte is a small resort town that is an ideal destination for an adventure filled getaway or a relaxing vacation. Make the most of the serene surroundings by opting from a variety of vacation rentals ranging from affordable Crested Butte condos to luxurious Crested Butte lodgings. Commonly found accommodation in Crested Butte usually includes |
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| mountain cabins, riverfront cottages, hillside condos, ski-in and ski-out chalets, upscale apartments, large town-homes and villas. Offering breathtaking views of the scenic surroundings, the amenities provided by these accommodations include satellite TV, VCR, stereo, CD player, garage, outdoor hot tub and BBQ grill. The 1 and 2-bedroom Crested Butte vacation rentals can easily sleep up to 4 to 6 people while 3 and 4 bedroom Crested Butte accommodations can accommodate anywhere between 8 to 10 people. You can also get vacation rentals, condos and cabins that can accommodate about 18 people. These Crested Butte lodgings and vacation rentals are perfect for group activities. Most Crested Butte accommodations are located in close proximity to shopping centers, restaurants, museums, and sightseeing attractions. On site and nearby attractions include hiking, rock climbing, golf, tennis, rafting, downhill skiing, sledding, biking, fishing and hunting. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Crested Butte |
| Some Crested Butte vacation rentals and Crested Butte lodgings are available on month-to-month basis. You can also avail of special packages on your Crested Butte condo during off season. There are some Crested Butte cabins and vacation rentals that offer a fourth night stay free if you book a vacation rental for three days. Then, you can also avail of special packages such as golf packages and ski packages. The rates of the rentals usually shoot up during New Year Eve, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Some Crested Butte vacation rentals are pet friendly. You will have to pay separate cleaning, administration and security charges. You also have to pay an additional 12.5% Colorado state lodging tax. |
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Must See in Crested Butte |
The natural beauty of Crested Butte can be best explored by biking on its paved pathways. You can also opt for a jeep tour to uncover the natural and tranquil beauty of this mesmerizing town. Crested Butte has a lot to offer in terms of sites and attractions.
Visit the Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum and you |
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| will get an interesting and enlightening insight into the history of this town. See the rich heritage of the immigrant miners along with their families. The Theatre Crested Butte Mountain is a must visit for a superb variety of comedy shows, dramas, and musicals. |
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Sights and Attractions in Crested Butte |
| From museums to theatres, Crested Butte has everything to keep you engaged throughout your vacations. See the unsurpassed beauty of the surroundings or have a fabulous time in the theatre while watching musicals and comedy shows. The museums, historical sites and landmarks in Crested Butte ensure that as a guest of a Crested Butte vacation rental or a Crested Butte condo you have a satisfying and a fulfilling visit.
• Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum
• Pioneer Museum
• Gunnison Arts Center
• Pitkin Museum |
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Outdoor Recreation in Crested Butte |
| From wildflowers to wild parties, the outdoor activities offered by Crested Butte and the Crested Butte lodgings and Crested Butte condos ensure that you have a perfect vacation in this town. During summers, the weather is perfect for mountain biking, playing golf, or enjoying hot air balloon rides. Winters offer joyous sleigh rides, tubing, snowshoeing and skiing.
• Skiing
• Winter Sports
• Mountain Biking
• Fishing
• Hiking
• White Water Rafting | |
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Golfing in Crested Butte |
| Surrounded by the spectacular beauty of the majestic Rocky Mountains with a clear and cool air, the golf courses at Crested Butte await your arrival. Apart from playing facilities, you will find excellent recreational amenities, and breathtaking views of the valley from the golf courses.
• The Club at Crested Butte
• Dos Rios Country Club |
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Crested Butte Fairs and Festivals |
| Crested Butte will take your breath away with its wide range of beautiful, colorful and joyous festivals. The festive mood and a wide variety of events in this wildflower capital of Colorado coupled with comfortable and absolutely affordable stays at the Crested Butte vacation rentals and Crested Butte condos ensure that your vacation to this mesmerizing town remains imprinted in your heart for ever.
• Crested Butte Wildflower Festival
• Festival of the Arts
• Fourth of July Celebration |
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Dining and Nightlife in Crested Butte |
Thinking of a romantic dinner with your beloved or throwing a party for your friends? Crested Butte features a superb diversity of high quality restaurants that ensure you have a remarkable evening. For traditional French to home style American cuisine, visit Black Whale. Savor a wide variety of mouthwatering dishes for your entire family comprising of burgers, fish and many more. It also features a bar with ten beers on tap and an amazing assortment of wines. Buffalo Grille & Saloon will give you a great time with its extensive range of wine and specialties. Try buffalo and beefsteaks, fresh seafood, salad, chicken and soup.
Visit the wonderful hot spot Butte 66 Roadhouse BBQ featuring slope side views and après ski. This best BBQ in town provides brisket sandwiches, pork, ribs, and lots more. It is opened 7 days a week from 11 AM to 7 PM. Listen to the live music with a wide range of cocktails, bar food, bottled beers at The Eldo. Dance away the night or while away the hours talking over a leisurely drink. This microbrewery is opened daily from 3 pm to 2 am. You also have the option of catching a musical or a comedy or a drama at the Crested Butte Mountain Theatre. Disco nights, live music, special children’s menu and brewery tours await your arrival. If you don’t wish to stay out late you can always go back to the cozy confines of your Crested Butte condo or Crested Butte vacation rental. |
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Shopping in Crested Butte |
Step out of your Crested Butte condo or Crested Butte lodging to shop for some stylish and unusual western antiques, souvenirs, clothing, gifts and foods and sports supplies. The town is a shoppers’ paradise with a wide variety of services and merchandise to choose from. Pamper your skin with body care serums or buy some enticing fragrance for your home at the About Face store, which specializes in natural and organic skin care products and cosmetics. Try out Lavish, a small store for accessories. Located in the heart of Crested Butte, it features a wide range of shoes, watches, jewelry, scarves, purses, and lots more. Mabuhay is famous for antiques, home furnishing, fashion art, jewelry and apparels. Buy some colorful flowers from Butte Botanica, a famous florist for all the occasions. It offers customized flower arrangements apart from a stock of annuals, wildflower seeds and perennials for your garden.
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Best Times to Visit Crested Butte |
Visit the place anytime any moment of the year. With a mild and pleasant weather, beautiful scenic vistas, Crested Butte is a year round destination for all. The high season is from July 1st - Labor Day while the high ski season is from Dec 20th - Jan 6th, Feb 16th - March 30th. The off season is April 7th - Memorial Day, Oct 1st - Nov 22nd. The rates of the Crested Butte vacation rentals and Crested Butte condos are high during the high season but you can look forward to great discounts in rentals, restaurants, and shopping stores. The summers are the best time for visiting Crested Butte if you are looking forward to sight seeing, water activities, hiking and biking. For skiing, the best time to visit is winters. |
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Time Zone for Crested Butte |
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Getting To and Around Crested Butte |
| You can fly into the Gunnison-Crested Butte airport (GUC), which is a 30 minute drive from the town of Crested Butte or the Denver International Airport. Alpine Express offers shuttles from the Gunnison-Crested Butte airport to most of the local destinations. If driving from Denver International Airport, you can take Interstate 70 west and exit from highway 470 west. To commute within the town, you will find various shuttles including the Condo Shuttles that serves the condominium complexes adjacent to the ski area from 8 AM to midnight. The shuttle operates every 20 minutes until 8 PM and then every 30 minutes until midnight. |
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