A Guide to Equity Estates Fund Mountain Retreats

From stunning alpine vistas to cozy fireside nights and from winter skiing to summer hikes, mountain retreats offer luxury, privacy, and the promise of year-round outdoor experiences.

Equity Estates Fund investors have exclusive access to a curated selection of luxury vacation homes in some of the most sought-after mountain retreats and alpine communities in the world. Discover your next alpine getaway with this guide to Equity Estates’ mountain retreats.

Why Mountain Retreats Appeal to Luxury Travelers

Beaches and big cities will always appeal to travelers, but in recent years, beach coastal getaways and city escapes have started conceding ground to a new destination category for luxury vacations: mountain retreats.

The typical refreshing mountain retreat offers something a little different from beach days and city breaks. Higher altitude tends to mean cooler weather and elevated views of scenic landscapes. The more desirable communities also provide a significant measure of privacy and abundant amenities, including spas, fitness centers, and plenty of outdoor recreation options.

A luxury vacation home in the mountains is much more than a base for a skiing trip. The slopes are an attractive option in winter, but the mountains have year-round appeal. Winter sports in the snowy months give way to hiking and biking in spring and summer, and vibrant foliage in fall.

What Makes Equity Estates Mountain Retreats Different

For Equity Estates Fund investors, the mountain retreat experience is elevated by a commitment to service standards that enhance comfort and convenience. 

The Equity Estates Signature guides the selection of every Equity Estates portfolio property. Investors can be assured that every luxury vacation home in the portfolio is selected based on certain criteria. We’re not looking for impressive on paper. We’re looking for the kind of home that draws people in and holds its value over time. The two have more in common than you’d think: a home that’s genuinely livable in the right place tends to be the one worth owning.

Every home we acquire sits in the $3M–$7M range — not because of an arbitrary threshold, but because that’s where quality, location, and long-term appreciation tend to converge. Before any home is approved, it goes through a formal review — evaluating everything from layout and livability to market dynamics and destination appeal. And once it’s in, it stays held to that same standard for as long as it’s in the portfolio.

An elevated service complements an elevated design. Your dedicated Vacation Concierge team will help you plan activities and make reservations for your trip, from ski passes to tables at can’t-miss local restaurants. And your home is stocked with everything you will need to enjoy your vacation. Before every stay, the home is fully prepared — stocked, dressed, and ready so that when you arrive, you can skip the logistics and get straight to the good part. The coffee is there, and so is the corkscrew. We provision every home to a consistent standard across the portfolio. 

Daily housekeeping keeps your home in prime condition throughout your stay. Your Local Host is on hand to offer advice and insight on the best things to do and places to see.

The stars of the show, however, are the destinations and the Equity Estates portfolio properties — homes away from home, exclusively for Equity Estates Fund investors.

Here are four examples from the Equity Estates portfolio of luxury mountain retreats:

Aspen, Colorado

Equity Estates’ Aspen vacation home is a four-bedroom, 3,200-square-foot gem on the eastern edge of downtown Aspen. The property features panoramic views of Aspen Mountain and a generous, open living space that encourages families to spend quality time together.

From the Aspen residence, you’re within walking distance of downtown Aspen’s sights and attractions, including Restaurant Row, numerous galleries and boutiques, and the famous Aspen Saturday Market (weekly, from June to October). Art lovers can explore the Aspen Art Museum, a world-class contemporary art museum. For nature lovers, the John Denver Sanctuary is a tranquil open-air tribute to one of the city’s best-known former residents.

In winter, Aspen is, of course, a world-class ski resort. In fairer weather, visitors flock to the Maroon Bells, twin peaks that are often captured in reflection in the clear waters of Maroon Lake: one of the most photogenic scenes in North America.

Palisades Tahoe, California

Palisades Tahoe is a renowned family-friendly ski resort, featuring more than 100 trails spread over 6,000 acres, with some spectacular views of Lake Tahoe. 

Equity Estates’ Palisades Tahoe residence sits at the entrance of Olympic Valley, minutes from Lake Tahoe itself and the Palisades Tahoe resort. The four-bedroom home’s main-floor great room features a gas fireplace for cozy, fireside evenings. Outside on the patio, you’ll find a fire pit and a hot tub.

In addition to the local world-class ski resort, you’ll find shopping and dining options at the nearby Palisades Tahoe Village. And the property is surrounded by hiking and biking trails through some of California’s most scenic landscapes.

Moonlight Basin, Big Sky, Montana

Surrounded by tall pines in Big Sky’s exclusive Moonlight Basin resort, Equity Estates’ Moonlight Basin II property features expansive decks that look out over glorious, miles-long valley views. The five-bedroom property is part of a beautiful ski-in, ski-out community. Visitors have access to the 60,000-square-foot Lake Lodge clubhouse, where you’ll find amenities that include a climbing wall, fitness center, and outdoor pool.  

From Moonlight Basin, you are also well-positioned for trips to Yellowstone National Park and Montana’s historic gateway to the national parks, Bozeman. Moonlight Basin also offers exclusive access to The Reserve, an 18-hole, Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course.

Park City, Utah

Summit County is home to some of the finest ski resorts in Utah, and by extension, some of the best skiing in America. Much of that skiing is clustered around Park City, where you’ll find Canyons Village, a four-season destination that functions as a base area for access to Park City Mountain (the largest ski resort in the USA). 

Equity Estates’ Canyons Village residence is a three-story townhouse in the heart of the development. The 3,130-square-foot, 4-bedroom property features large picture windows that fill the home with natural light and frame breathtaking mountain views. Equipped with an outdoor eight-person hot tub and a lower-level game room, this is a home built for family get-togethers and enjoying the famous mountain retreats in Summit County.

For fly-fishing enthusiasts, the nearby Provo River is an abundant source of trout in summer.

Mountain Activities to Enjoy in Every Season

Whether you’re planning three perfect days in Park City or thinking about a week in Moonlight Basin, Equity Estates fund investors have the support of a dedicated Vacation Concierge team to help plan and organize an active and engaging itinerary. 

Your Vacation Concierge will work with your Local Host to ensure that all advice and recommendations are based on up-to-the-minute, local knowledge. And you’ll receive a full and detailed itinerary for all your planned activities and reservations before you start your trip.

Equity Estates’ mountain retreats are in some of the most exclusive and renowned year-round communities in the world. From Aspen to Utah, most of our mountain vacation homes are based in or near some of the USA’s premier ski resorts. But these are also resorts where you’ll find exceptional hiking, biking, and fishing in spring and summer. And in the fall, many of these mountain communities are transformed by extraordinary, vibrant fall foliage, which makes them perfect for scenic drives and leisurely wine and food tasting tours.

Find Your Next Luxury Mountain Escape with Equity Estates

For world-class skiing and breathtaking hikes through outstanding areas of natural beauty, take your next luxury mountain retreat with Equity Estates, supported by hassle-free travel with the Equity Estates Services.

The Equity Estates portfolio ownership model is designed to deliver unique luxury travel experiences at a reliable and consistent standard of comfort and convenience. Visit our website to learn more about Equity Estates Fund investment opportunities or to download our Executive Summary.