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Park City Utah Luxury Home Auction
August 13th, 2010 Categories: Auctions, Deer Valley®, Foreclosures, Park City, Real Estate, The Canyons®
Park City & Deer Valley Estate Home Auction
On the heels of their two previous successful auctions in Deer Valley, Utah this year (Silver Strike Deer Valley Auction and Lookout Deer Valley Auction), Accelerated Marketing Partners (AMP) will be holding a Sealed-Bid Auction for 11 Luxury Park City Estates.
Park City Estates Sealed Bid Auction
The sealed-bid auction for the 11 luxury homes located in some of Park City and Deer Valley, Utah’s most exclusive neighborhoods will be held on August 27th.
The sale is comprised of nearly $80 million worth of one-of-a-kind estates, each complete with an array of amenities more commonly found in the most highly-appointed residences of the Hamptons, Montecito and Monte Carlo.
Several of the homes feature ski-in/ski-out access at Park City’s acclaimed ski resorts or are located in exclusive golf communities.
The estates are being sold by motivated individuals ready to commit to the highest bidder through a transparent buying process with published reserves; these reserves range from $1.495 million to $15.875 million and are up to a 54 percent slash in price.
Park City Auction Minimum Bids:
Published reserves for August 27th sale range from $1.495M to $15.875M.
“As the nation’s largest sealed-bid, published reserve auction, this watershed event offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for prospective buyers around the country to purchase preeminent mountain homes at unbeatable prices,” said Ken Stevens, west coast CEO and co-founder of Accelerated Marketing Partners, a national, full service real estate marketing firm that has conducted high-end new development auctions around the country.
All 11 estates being offered at the August 27 sealed-bid auction are available for immediate occupancy.
The properties are…(drum roll please)
DeerField Estate, Deer Crest Deer Valley
This 15,000-square-foot estate,was previously the most expensive listed property in all of Deer Crest when it was taken off the market a year ago. DeerField Estate overlooks Park City and Jordenelle reservoir. The home has seven master suites and 11 bathrooms, a private gondola for ski-in/ski-out access, indoor swimming pool, billiards, theater, family room with open truss cathedral ceilings and a wine room with 18th Century French cast-iron doors.
DeerField Estate has a published reserve that’s a 54 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
Deer Crest Home
This 9,657-square-footestate on 0.66 acres is situated on the Jordenelle reservoir view-side of Deer Valley® Resort and features six bedrooms and seven baths. There are multiple dining areas, radiant heated floors, and the estate is fully landscaped with terraces, patios and decks.
Deer Crest has a published reserve that’s a 19 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
The Colony at White Pine Canyon
Nestled among the Aspen trees along the ski slopes of The Canyons Resort®, this 7,000 square-foot fully-furnished estate on 6.24 gorgeous wooded acres is located within The Colony, a gated ski-in/ski-out community. The home features six bedrooms and eight baths, an open-showcase kitchen, five stone fireplaces, a wine cellar, and a state-of-the-art theater system.
Published reserve is 32% less than previous list price.
Promontory
Located in Park City’s exclusive Promontory golf community, this 8,224-square foot estate on 2.5 acres features six bedrooms, six full baths and two half-baths. There is a home theater with a trestle wood ceiling, wood mantles carved by a local sculptor and a wine closet with custom mahogany racks as well as a separate upper level apartment for guests that is complete with kitchen, sleeping quarters and bath.
Promontory has a published reserve that is a 31 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
Old Town Park City
This newly built 4,400-square-foot estate is situated in the heart of Old Town Park City, conveniently located a few feet from Park City’s Historic Main Street and the Town Lift. This spacious four-bedroom and six-bath home includes four custom stone fireplaces, a master suite with a home office area and a private elevator to service the living spaces, as well as an oversized three-car garage.
The published reserve for this estate is is 33 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
Tuhaye Home
1.88 acres of hillside land and surrounded by open space and scrub oak with incredible views of the Jordanelle reservoir, Deer Valley® Resort, Mt. Timpanogos and O’Meara golf course. This 7,000-square-foot estate includes six bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Additional amenities include seven fireplaces, a media room, wet bar and a gourmet kitchen with a wine room.
Tuhaye has a published reserve that’s a 22 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
Knoll Estate
As part of Deer Valley’s Knoll Estates, an exclusive gated community located in Silver Lake Village, this 7,218-square-foot estate has six bedrooms and five baths. The home also features five fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, ski prep room, fitness room with sauna and hot tub, attached two-car garage, and heated walkways and driveway.
Knoll Estate has a published reserve is a 30 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
The Lookout
This new 5,866-square-foot estate at upper Deer Valley® Resort offers spacious mountain living and is located within minutes of Silver Lake Plaza via a private shuttle service. The home features five bedrooms, 5.5 baths, an elaborate gourmet kitchen, stone fireplaces, vaulted beam ceilings, oversized decks, and a spacious two-car garage.
The Lookout has a published reserve that is a 54 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
Old Town Park City
Just an easy walk from the renown Park City’s Main Street and Park City Mountain Resort® lift is this 3,100-square-foot home featuring three bedrooms and 2.5 baths, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen, two fireplaces, a home theater and a private outdoor hot tub overlooking Park City.
This Old Town Park City home has a published reserve which is a 23 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
Midway, Utah
Located only minutes beyond Park City in breathtaking Midway is this 7,500-square-foot estate provides 360-degree views of Herber Valley, mountains, lakes, hot springs and golf course. The home boasts soaring 23-foot vaulted ceilings, three bedrooms and baths, five rock wall fireplaces, two fully equipped gourmet kitchens and an attached guest suite and three-car garage.
Midway has a published reserve that’s a 53 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
Stag Lodge
With private Deer Valley® Resort ski-in/ski-out access, this 3,397-square-foot condominium is situated in the ideal mountain location. The four-bedroom, five-bath home is luxuriously furnished and features four fireplaces, fitness room and outdoor pool, as well as clubhouse shuttle service.
Stag Lodge has a published reserve that is a 24 percent slash in price from the previous asking price.
Park City Estate Auction Deadline to Bid
Sealed bids must be submitted to Accelerated Marketing Partners no later than August 27th at 5:00 p.m. MDT. Bidders may thoroughly view all properties prior to this deadline.
Want to Tour the Park City Auction Homes?
If you are interested in previewing any of the homes in person, please contact us immediately at Toll Free 877-838-2805 or email us at: auction@parkcityrealestateguide.com and we will make arrangements for your family to take a personal tour of the luxurious residence(s) that caught your attention.
Preview Minimum Bids Now!
For more information on the Park City estates sealed-bid auction, including the minimum reserve bids for the 11 available estates, please complete the form below:
When you submit your request, you will be directed to a page that shows all of the properties and their bid details.
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We will send you a link to the auction website where you can browse disclosure documents, floor plans, photos, virtual tours of the homes, inspection reports, etc…
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Park City & Deer Valley Real Estate: The “Halo Effect” of Branded Hotels
December 24th, 2008 Categories: Deer Valley®, Hotels & Lodging, Park City, The Canyons®
It’s no secret–the economy is on everybody’s mind these days…
How Will The Economy Impact Real Estate in Park City & Deer Valley, Utah?
We sat down and had lunch with some of the brightest minds in resort real estate last week.
Guests at the event included Harry Frampton (Founder of East West Partners and Chairman of the Urban Land Institute) and Jim Flaum, the Managing Broker for Slifer, Smith and Frampton Vail Associates Real Estate.
These guys have been selling ski-in/ski-out real estate for decades, and they traveled to Park City to generously share some of their experiences in challenging economic times with a handful of local brokers who had been invited to the think-tank themed luncheon.
Good News For Park City & Deer Valley Real Estate
Global hotel brands St. Regis, Montage, and Waldorf=Astoria all have ultra-luxury hotels under construction in the Park City/Deer Valley area.
The Halo Effect: ”Branded” Hotels Will Redefine Deer Valley Real Estate
According to Frampton, Deer Valley will see a “Halo Effect” the day the St. Regis Resort & Residences, Deer Crest opens its doors in 2009.
“We saw it happen with the Ritz Carlton in Bachelor Gulch. As soon as the hotel opened, we saw a totally different type of visitor to the valley.” The type of visitor who only stays at branded 5 star resorts…
Will History Repeat Itself in Deer Valley, Utah?
So what was the impact on the local real estate market in Vail when the Ritz Carlton opened? “Average prices increased from $200-400 per square foot at neighboring properties in town,” according to Frampton.
Expert Says Global Hotel Brands Will Elevate Park City, Utah as a Travel Destination
There’s tremendous power and leverage behind the global brands. According to Jim Miller, General Manager of Dakota Mountain Lodge, “branded hotels will help elevate the Park City area as a destination.”
Consider the new Waldorf=Astoria Dakota Mountain Lodge, for instance. Hilton is the parent company of Waldorf=Astoria Collection. Dakota Mountain Lodge is the only true ski-in/ski-out property in Hilton’s stable.
Park City Hotel Reservations Turbocharged?
Hilton books over 1 million room nights per day using a robust online reservation system for their 3,300 properties. This doesn’t even include the additional rooms reserved on online travel sites like Hotwire, Expedia, and Travelocity.
Furthermore, they have more than 200 global salespeople whose sole job is to promote and book group and conference reservations at Hilton hotels around the world. This could be a key ingredient in creating business during the non-skiing months.
The ability to tap into sister brands is critical. Think of the 20 Million Hilton Honors customers, not to mention their cooperative marketing agreements with airlines, credit card companies, etc…
St. Regis & Montage Also Have Marketing Machines
Do you think this might have an impact on real estate in Park City or Deer Valley?
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Deer Valley Is Not the Only Smart Money Bet in Town (Part III)
St. Regis Resort and Residences, Deer Crest
Dakota Mountain Lodge and Waldorf=Astoria Announcement
Deer Valley Montage Hotel
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Family Fun In Park City Utah
December 11th, 2007 Categories: Around Park City, Deer Valley®, Dining & Entertainment, Golf, Lifestyle & Activities, Local Services, Skiing, The Canyons®, The Heber Valley, Utah Facts and Fiction
Things to Do With Your Family in Park City, Utah
If you can’t leave your kids with the grandparents and don’t have the nanny that travels with you, kids are a part of vacations. They can be really fun to have along as long as they don’t get ‘bored’ Lets be honest, family vacations can be challenging enough without having kids who are ‘bored’. Keeping kids constructively occupied without shelling out big dollars can be difficult in a ski town during the season.
The children’s ages dictate family plans on a skiing vacation. Can they enroll in ski school so you can get your turns too or do you need to get daytime babysitter? Are they skilled enough to warrant a private instructor so that skiing with them is an option? Price can really climb with private instruction, but the upside is usually skiing with your kids sooner.
Obviously, with a younger age range, reserving a childcare service for a couple of adult nights makes sense as long as you can find reliable child care. Many hotels have services for babysitting and some do more expanded children’s programs. The most trusted child care service in 
Park City and Deer Valley is Park City Sitters.
Check the local Park City movie theatres, Redstone Cinemas and Holiday Village Cinemas, the indoor and outdoor ice rinks, Gorgoza Park and Soldier Hollow tubing hills, The Egyptian theatre, and the Heber Valley Railroad. White Pine touring grooms three different cross country ski tracks on the Park City golf course, where you can also arrange sleigh rides and dog sled adventures. Contact the tour operators for schedules and availability.
The Utah Olympic Park has museums, rides, shows and camps. Check them out at http://www.olyparks.com/
Or, better yet, buy plastic sleds for everyone, find a small, safe hill and enjoy your vacation, together.
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Little-Known Tricks Locals Use to Rent Ski Gear in Park City
December 11th, 2007 Categories: Deer Valley®, Lifestyle & Activities, Local Services, Skiing, The Canyons®
Renting equipment should be an easy part of your ski trip, but it can be extremely frustrating if mishandled…
These Insider Secrets Will Save You Time and Hassle When You Rent Ski & Snowbaord Gear at Park City, Deer Valley, and The Canyons.
If you are renting from a shop try to make reservations in advance, especially for busy periods.
Many shops use databases to store your information, which can speed the process measurably. Try not to go when the store is very busy (ie 8:30-9:30 am), which may be difficult to accomplish, but worth the effort.
Pick up your skis the day you arrive. It’s one less hurdle to clear the next morning when the shops are always busy!
Check out the demo skis and boards available to see if you can lease to own some new sticks. This is usually the newest technology and may give you the edge you need to keep up with your kids.
Also, prices at the on mountain shops are a little more than those a little further away, so you pay for the convenience of not schlepping gear a long way.
If you do not have the intestinal fortitude to go to the shop (and who can blame you) you can arrange for a professional equipment rental service to come to your hotel or condo and completely outfit your entire family. You will need to make reservations and give sizing information in advance. This is a great way to save time and energy and the cost is not too much more than going to the shop.
These companies are listed in the phone directory. I personally recommend Skis on the Run for reliable service.
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The Key to Excellent Childcare in Park City, Utah
December 11th, 2007 Categories: Deer Valley®, Dining & Entertainment, Lifestyle & Activities, Local Services, The Canyons®
Who Can You Trust For Childcare While You’re in Park City & Deer Valley, Utah?
If you travel with your children to Park City, Utah and are looking for a good childcare experience our recommendation is a local company called Park City Sitters LLC. They have been the preferred child care company of locals and the world famous Stein Eriksen Lodge for the past four years.
They will dispatch one of their excellent sitters to your Park City home/condo/hotel at whatever time you specify. It’s easy to make reservations via their online reservation system.
Their sitters are carefully screened (and have CPR Certifications and have passed background checks) and they employ many teachers and other child-development professionals who have great rapport with the children.
If you need drop-off child care, Deer Valley has a great children’s center open during the day but space is very limited so you need to book early.
No matter where you’re staying, bring DVD’s as most hotels have DVD players and they can at least buy you enough time for a shower.
Enjoy your stay in Park City, Utah!
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The “Mayor” of Deer Valley’s Favorite Dining Spots
December 11th, 2007 Categories: Deer Valley®, Dining & Entertainment, Lifestyle & Activities, Local Services, The Canyons®
Park City and Deer Valley Restaurant Guide
Dining delights abound in this world-famous ski town. Indeed, Park City, Utah boasts more restaurants per square foot than Paris, France! 
Far from the culinary wasteland the town may have been in the 1970′s, Park City now supports over 100 year-round restaurants. These dining options vary drastically in terms of style and price.
You–the savvy traveler–can enjoy different epicurean delights every night of your stay if you know where to go.
There are reasonably-priced family-friendly options for a quick bite at the end of an exhilerating day, and budget-blowing food and wine adventures worthy of a night out on the town in New York, Los Angeles, or Las Vegas.
Utah’s legendary and oft-misunderstood liquor laws haven’t slowed the progress, as Park City is now a major destination for foodies and oenophiles.
At last count, the Park City area now features 9 winners of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, with other excellent restaurants available in the Heber Valley and Salt Lake City.
Is Tonight’s Park City Dining Spot an “Up and Comer” or an “Overpriced Has-Been?”
Years working as the Chief Concierge at a five-diamond hotel in Deer Valley earned me the unofficial title of “Mayor of Deer Valley.” After making thousands of reservations for customers at local eateries over the years, my knowledge of the restaurant scene in Park City and Deer Valley is perhaps unrivaled. Here’s what this 
means to you…
If you’re wondering:
- Where should you spend your anniversary?
- Who serves the best game meats?
- Where is the freshest sushi?
- What place has the best ambiance?
- Who serves brunch?
- How do I get that prime table at the best New Year’s Eve party?
- Which are the best restaurants in Park City for dining with kids?
Our local knowledge can spare you the indignity of a long wait at a sub par joint and instead deliver an experience that you will long remember.
These are the questions that only the Park City Guru can answer definitively, but you can do your own research and view menus at http://www.parkcityinfo.com/
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The Most Overlooked Park City, Utah Winter Activities
November 27th, 2007 Categories: Around Park City, Deer Valley®, Dining & Entertainment, Lifestyle & Activities, Local Services, Skiing, The Canyons®, The Heber Valley, Utah Facts and Fiction
Make No Mistake…
The World Class Ski Resorts at Deer Valley, Park City, and The Canyons Offer Some of The Best Snow Sliding on Earth…
But guess what? You can enjoy a great Park City winter vacation even if you don’t ride a single chair lift.
Skiing and snowboarding are not the only activities available in this picturesque mountain town.
Park City offers over 100 restaurants to choose from, but what will you do when you’re not skiing and eating?
Here are some ideas to get you started… Read the rest of this entry »
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Summer Fun in Park City, Utah
November 27th, 2007 Categories: Around Park City, Deer Valley®, Lifestyle & Activities, The Canyons®, The Heber Valley
Summer brings a slew of activities to this perfectly situated mountain town. and fabulous weather nearly guarantees you the ability to do activities every day of your visit.
The summer activities are dependent on weather but the season generally runs from the Memorial Day weekend to the Labor Day weekend. Many activities are available as soon as the snow is gone from the lower elevations, and available in the fall until the snow falls.
Hiking and biking are always an option; the chairlifts run during the summer season to assist you up the mountains to enjoy the highest elevations and hair raising downhill bike runs.
Chairlifts also take you to the top of the zip lines, alpine slides and coasters of Park City Mountain Resort and the Utah Olympic Park. The UOP also offers you the chance to ride in a bobsled or go to a performance of the athletes that fly forty feet in the air and land in a splash pool.
Check out the following www.parkcitymountainresort.com, www.deervalleyresort.com , www.parkcityinfo.com
More trails abound in the nearby state parks and the Unite national forest that can get you miles and miles from civilization and offer great views and the chance to see wildlife. Or, you can rip cross-country on a rented ATV on a guided or non-guided trip.
Private championship golf courses such as Tuhaye, Promontory, and Glenwild have made Park City a mecca for golf enthusiasts.
More courses like Red Ledges, Talisman and Victory Ranch will just add to the reputation of the great golf available near Park City. The Homestead, and the Utah state park courses near Midway offer a fantastic value and great courses.
Marinas on the Jordanelle, Deer Creek, and Strawberry reservoirs make them great options for boating and fishing. Personal watercraft, ski boats, pontoon boats and fishing equipment are just some of the rental options to enjoy a day on the water.
The local rivers offer blue ribbon trout water to the angling enthusiast; guided trips are available for the novice through the expert. Float trips on the Green River cover some of the most coveted water in North America.
Music and Art events throughout the summer fill in the days and evenings check out the local calendar at www.parkcityinfo.com for up to date information. on events throughout the summer.
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Tips to Finding Lodging in Park City, Utah
November 27th, 2007 Categories: Deer Valley®, Hotels & Lodging, The Canyons®
So you want to ski the greatest snow on earth and be in the best ski town in North America? Park City, Utah is the place.
Park City, Deer Valley, and the Canyons offer some of the widest variety of terrain in a small area that can be found in North America, plus there are 6 more resorts within an hour drive of Park City, Utah.
Park City has the location and the amenities to satisfy thousands of visitors each night, but the difference in cost for your ski vacation can vary dramatically. Everything can be expensive about a ski vacation and lodging is one of the biggest components.
For the affluent visitor, ski in ski out accommodations range in price from several hundred to several thousand dollars per night. These are world class, Five Diamond lodgings, with service on par with the prices paid.
There are options for regular people as well. Accommodations away from the slopes, but with easy access by free bus or car cost significantly less. Depending on how many people are in your party and bed needs, pricing can be a couple hundred nightly for one and two bedroom condos.
Property management companies in Park City control large inventories of options. These companies are listed under the lodging tab at www.parkcityinfo.com .Houses that are rented out privately are listed there as well as on www.vrbo.com
These can be a great deal for larger groups. Make sure to know how accessible the slopes are from the home; is there a bus stop in easy walking distance? Is there parking if you choose to rent a car? Is the kitchen stocked so you can prepare meals? Eating one or two meals in can save lots of money.
Check out all your options or contact the Park City Gurusto find the best deals on lodging in Park City.
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Après Ski Starts the Party Early in Park City, Utah
November 26th, 2007 Categories: Deer Valley®, Dining & Entertainment, Hotels & Lodging, Lifestyle & Activities, Skiing, The Canyons®
Despite Popular Misconceptions About Utah, Park City Has World-Class Restaurants, a Vibrant Nightlife, and a Great Music Scene.
Visit the hottest little ski town in the heart of the Wasatch Mountains and you may not want to return home! Traffic and crummy weather are highly over-rated, don’t you think?
Nightlife in Park City get started early and ends early by most standards. Bars stop serving at 1am , but the party starts early–while the lifts are still running.
Where is the best Apres Ski scene in Park City & Deer Valley?
After a great day on the slopes, you need a spot to kick back, relax, and re-group for the evening ahead. There’s a wide variety to weigh, so here are some options…
A taste of the award winning fondue in the bar at Stein Eriksen Lodge feels like a mini-European vacation.
One too many frothy Stigels at the Goldner Hirsh Inn, and you’ll be ready for a yodeling contest with the ski instructor sitting at the table sitting next to you.
At O’Shucks on Historic Main Street, you can order Schooners (huge vessels that require both hands to hoist the mighty drink) of beer, and patrons toss empty peanut shells on the floor.
At Talisker’s Tower Club in The Village at Empire Pass, club members lounge in oversized chairs in front of the massive stone fireplace, and sample delictable items off the après ski menu. Kids have their own clubhouse area downstairs for supervised arts, crafts, and games.
Most of Park City’s nightclubs are found on Historic Main Street. Harry O’s attracts top name performers year-round. The No Name Saloon, The Spur, and The Sidecar are other popular hangouts for locals and visitors alike.
Après Ski is More Than a Warm-up For Evening in Park City…
Après ski is under appreciated for the wealth of opportunities it presents.
“I have witnessed the birth (and sometimes the consummation and break up) of torrid affairs, reunions of long lost friends/lovers/enemies, business deals struck and abandoned, and ugly hands of credit card roulette.” says a longtime Park City bartender
Après Ski timing is critical. You don’t want to be uncomfortable in your ski boots and wet ski clothes, but going home to shower may keep you from getting the right spot at the right time.
Your best bet is to change your clothes (at least your shoes) and secure your skis in overnight ski storage facilities at hotels, resorts or in your vehicle. Otherwise, you may still be in your ski boots when you try to dance with that cute skier that has been flirting with you from the next table.
Find a place with good music, food and the right mix of people. Be sure to drink extra water at our high-elevation resorts and do not overindulge early.
One more thing…Get there before 5pm.
PS Be nice to your server as you may want to come back the next day–if you leave at all.
Happy Après!
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