Things To Do in Vail Colorado - Vail Activities Blog

Mar 10 2023

Top Breweries & Craft Beer Events in Vail Valley

Whether you want to enjoy an apres-ski brew or cool down with a refreshing drink in the summer, it’s always a good time to visit the breweries in Vail Valley. Sample beer that captures the mountain spirit in every sip, or join us for one of our annual craft beer festivals! Regardless of when you plan your getaway, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties has the perfect lodging for your time in Vail!

Breweries in Vail Valley

Vail Brewing Company

Vail Brewing Company specializes in handcrafted ales and lagers using mountain-fed waters in every brew. They offer two locations: the Eagle-Vail Brewery and the Vail Village Tap Room. They offer rotating taps and three core beers, including a crisp pale ale, traditional IPA, and citrus blonde ale.

7 Hermits Brewing Company

Stop at Hermits in the heart of Vail Village, steps away from Gondola One. Since closing the Eagle location, most of the drinks on the menu have been updated to wine and cocktails.

Craftsman Brew CO

Craftsman Brew Co. offers a rotating selection of craft beers brewed on-site and taps from the best Colorado breweries. Their menu currently features lagers, IPAs, pilsners, and porters. Pair your drink with food from their handcrafted menu ranging from spare lamb ribs to lobster roll sandwiches.

If you are looking for more breweries, head half an hour east of Vail to find more brews at Angry James Brewery and Dillon Dam Brewery.

Craft Beer Festivals

Vail Craft Beer Classic

The Vail Craft Beer Classic is an annual festival in June for craft beer enthusiasts! This two-day event brings craft brewers from all over the state to showcase hundreds of unique brews. From crisp ales to fruity lagers and creamy stouts, sample a variety of beers while taking in the scenic views of Vail Valley. Chill out at this festival with live music and delicious dining from local food trucks!

Vail Valley Brew’Au

This August, the fourth annual Vail Valley Brew’Au returns to Avon, Colorado! Enjoy samples of over 40 brews from breweries across the country. Other activities include a luau, live music, water lanterns, food trucks, kids’ activities, and lawn games.

The Top Vail Valley Vacation Rentals

Whether you are looking for breweries in Vail or craft beer festivals to plan your vacation around, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is your ideal base camp! We represent vacation rentals throughout Vail Valley from Arrowhead to East Vail. Find your perfect home away from home in beautiful Vail today!

Feb 17 2023

Stay in Vail Ski-in-Ski-Out Vacation Rentals

Avoid the hassle of navigating the busy roads around our local ski resorts by staying in a Vail ski-in-ski-out vacation rental with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Enjoy more time on the slopes and access chairlifts right outside your rental property this winter. Ranging from one to five bedrooms, we have options to accommodate every size group and budget. Read on to learn more about our favorite rentals in the neighborhoods of Beaver Creek, Bachelor Gulch, and Lionshead.

Beaver Creek Vacation Rentals

Aspen 3

If you are interested in the ultimate luxury for your getaway, choose this five-bedroom vacation home that is perfect for up to twelve people. This property offers back-door access to Elkhorn Chairlift at Beaver Creek Resort.

Highlands Slopeside

Our three-bedroom Highlands Slopeside is located right on the slopeside, offering one of our only residences directly on the Beaver Creek ski slopes. You can even ski down to the village to access fantastic shopping and dining nearby!

Townsend Place

Our Townsend Place rentals offer one and two-bedroom options steps from the center of the village. Check out Townsend Place A106 and Townsend Place B103 for more information.

Lionshead Vacation Rentals

Lionshead Arcade 306

Book your stay in the heart of Lionshead Village, just steps from the Lionshead Gondola. This two-bedroom home offers easy transportation access to everything the valley has to offer!

Lionsquare Lodge North 294

Stay in our one-bedroom home in the Lionsquare Lodge, adjacent to the Lionshead Gondola.

Lionsquare North Tower 402

If you are looking for an upscale Vail ski-in ski-out rental, then our five-bedroom North Tower property is for you! This penthouse is located at the base of Lionshead Gondola and Born Free Express chairlift. After a day on the slopes, enjoy upscale amenities like Jacuzzi tubs, moss rock fireplaces, ski lockers, and a gourmet kitchen.

Bachelor Gulch Vacation Rentals

Snowcloud 203

Located in the heart of Bachelor Gulch Resort, this upscale three-bedroom rental has something for everyone! Enjoy door-to-slope shuttle service and adjacent access to amenities at The Ritz Carlton Hotel, like pools and hot tubs.

Settler’s Lodge 302

Stay in this four-bedroom mountainside condo and access the Roughlock ski run across the street.

Enjoy Additional Amenities for Your Ski-In-Ski-Out Rental

At Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, we make it easy to plan your winter getaway with our Vail ski-in-ski-out vacation rentals. Take advantage of our ski and snowboard rentals with Venture Sports and Epic Mountain Rentals, and save up to 20% on your equipment. Most of our properties also provide ski lockers, so you don’t have to worry about where to store your equipment when exploring everything else the valley offers.

Jan 25 2023

Things to Do in Avon, Colorado

Known as the “Heart of the Valley,” Avon Colorado is an excellent base camp for your Vail adventures year-round. Whether you are looking to shred legendary slopes or hike through the Rocky Mountains, there are endless things to do in Avon, Colorado. Choose Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices to host your getaway and stay in one of our luxury Avon vacation rentals. Spend less time traveling, stay close to the action, and uncover endless Colorado adventures outside your front door!

Beaver Creek Resort

Avon is located at the base of Beaver Creek Resort. During the winter, you can access 1785 skiable acres, kids’ activity zones, cross-country skiing, and ice skating. When the weather warms up, the resort offers hiking, golfing, wine excursions, mountain tours, biking, tennis, fly fishing, and horseback riding. Stay close to the slopes and enjoy easy access to the resort year-round!

Harry A. Nottingham Park

Outdoor lovers will have plenty of activities to choose from at Nottingham Park. Take a walk, hang out at the beach, fish for trout, play a game of tennis, or enjoy a picnic in the park. We recommend spending the afternoon ice skating on the lake if you are visiting in winter.

Walking Mountains Science Center

Explore nature and learn about our unique mountain environment with Walking Mountains Science Center. Join their free guided snowshoe and hiking tours for a fun and educational day on the mountains.

Avon Recreation Center

The Avon Recreation Center offers 400,000 square feet of indoor fun, featuring pools, a lazy river, a water slide, a sauna, an aerobics studio, cardio equipment, a weight room, and a yoga studio. This is one of the best things to do in Avon, Colorado, for the entire family!

Vail Valley Escape Room

Gather your group and see if you have what it takes to solve the Vail Valley Escape Room. Experience interactive adventures like the Marble Mountain Mystery room, where your group will look for missing gold.

Bubbles Day Spa

After a day skiing or hiking, let your aches and pains melt away at an Avon spa. Head to Bubbles Day Spa and sign up for a massage or facial!

Stay at Avon Colorado Vacation Rentals

Discover all the things to do in Avon, Colorado, right outside your front door when you stay with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. We offer three Avon vacation rentals in the Canyon Run area and one property in our luxury Greenbriar units. Stay in the two-bedroom Greenbriar 14 condo, and you will be within walking distance of the Avon Recreation Center and Nottingham Park. And if these properties don’t meet your criteria, browse all of our vacation rentals in Vail Valley.

Dec 09 2022

Winter Activities: Vail Ice Skating Guide

After a day of skiing the legendary slopes of Vail Mountain, head into the villages for apres-ski activities. Discover a treasured winter pastime at the Vail ice skating rinks throughout our mountain villages. Imagine skating under the canopy of twinkling lights, surrounded by beautiful Bavarian architecture, with the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. Whether you want to stay in the heart of Vail Village or outside of town in Avon, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices offers vacation rentals close to several magical ice skating rinks.

Alderhof Ice Rink

The Alderhof Ice Rink can be found next to The Arrabelle in Vail Square. This open-air rink is open daily throughout the winter from 1-9 pm. Experience the magic of skating under twinkling lights and warm up in front of the fire pits after you’re done!

Solaris Plaza Ice Rink

The Solaris Plaza Ice Rink is located in the center of Vail Village, offering panoramic views of the ski mountain. They are open daily from 3-9 pm, with skate rentals available next to the Bol restaurant.

John A. Dobson Ice Arena

The Dobson Ice Arena is a multi-purpose arena for ice skating, hockey, and broomball. The 35,000-square-foot rink is one of the largest in Western Colorado, conveniently located between Lionshead and Vail. We recommend signing up for the ice bumper cars if you visit the area with kids. Zoom around the rink together with this one-of-a-kind activity!

Avon Ice Skating

If you are staying near Avon, we recommend taking your group ice skating at Nottingham Lake. The lake is cleared for skating every winter, complete with fire pits and seasonal music. They are open from 4-8 pm on weekdays and 12-8 pm on weekends.

Beaver Creek Village Ice Skating

Enjoy ice skating in the heart of Beaver Creek Village daily from 1-8 pm! This rink is an excellent place to teach the kids skating. After skating, there are plush couches to hang out and relax right outside the rink together.

Eagle Pool and Ice Rink

Eagle, CO, is home to an NHL size ice rink that offers public skating, learn-to-skate classes, and youth hockey programs. Keep up with their winter public skating hours on the Mountain Recreation calendar.

Vail Village Luxury Vacation Homes

No matter which village you stay in this winter, you can always find Vail ice skating rinks nearby. Discover the best Vail luxury vacation home rentals with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices today!

Nov 15 2022

A Guide to Lionshead Village in Vail

Vail is one of the most sought-after winter destinations in the country, offering world-class skiing and charming villages that look straight out of the set of a Hallmark movie. One of the most picturesque options is Lionshead, a Bavarian-inspired village lined with picturesque cobblestone streets. After a day on the slopes, explore the restaurants, shops, and activities available in Lionshead Village, such as:

Restaurants in Lionshead Village

Lionshead Village offers fantastic restaurant options, whether you are looking for fine dining or something casual.

Vail Chophouse: This slopeside restaurant offers spectacular mountain views, live music, and upscale dining. Their menu features prime steaks, fresh seafood, and signature cocktails.
Montauk Seafood Grill: Enjoy fresh seafood in the heart of the mountains at Montauk with options like lobster, salmon, trout, Alaskan crab, and sea scallops.
Garfinkel’s: If you are looking for a laidback place for apres-ski food and drinks, we recommend stopping at this local’s favorite dining spot.
The Little Diner: Start your day at this legendary Vail breakfast spot and sample the family recipe for yourself! You can expect items like omelets, breakfast platters, pancakes, crepes, and breakfast sandwiches.

Lionshead Village Activities

The most popular winter activity in Lionshead Village is ice skating at the Alderhof Ice Rink. This ice rink is open daily, with equipment rentals available on-site. The village is also a short walk away from the Eagle Bahn gondola, which takes you straight to the slopes of Vail Mountain. Families looking for an afternoon activity can stop at Imagination Station, a hands-on children’s museum with fun workshops and activities.

Explore the Lionshead Shops

Stroll through Lionshead Village and explore the stores and boutiques that line the streets. Discover beautiful jewelry showcasing Native American designs at Dakota Craftsman. Or shop for outdoor apparel at Helly Hanson and Outdoor Divas. Browse all of the stores and boutiques available in the village here.

Lionshead Village Vacation Rentals

Stay right in the heart of Lionshead Village with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. We offer over 20 vacation rentals in Lionshead, ranging from two to five bedrooms. Our properties put you within walking distance of the slopes, shops, and restaurants. Book your winter getaway in Vail today!

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