Location

Located a short walk from both Gondola One, the main lift connecting Vail Village to Mid Vail, and Golden Peak base area with easy access via pull-up/drop-off and the free Vail Shuttle, Altus offers intimate access to Vail’s legendary Back Bowls, Blue Sky Basin, and 193 trails for you to explore as long as your legs, and days, allow.

Like everything else, Vail elevates the dining scene, all within a short walk from Altus, including timeless favorites like Sweet Basil and Terra Bistro to newcomers like Matsuhisa and Mountain Standard. Still in ski gear? Try Vendetta’s or Garfinkel’s, two local favorites, for nachos, pizza and more. Not to mention the creative cuisine at Almresi, the craft beers at 7 Hermits, or the eclectic libations at 10th Mountain Whiskey.

Adjacent to Gore Creek, Altus offers residents unmatched proximity to this peaceful and meandering waterway and the paved Gore Creek pathway running alongside it. Take a quick stroll to town, a leisurely bike ride, or for resident anglers, enjoy seamless access to hungry trout waiting just beyond your door.

Hiking and mountain biking top the list of summer activities in Vail. Two year-round gondolas deposit you at the top of the mountain for 360-degree views along rolling single track. Drive to Eagles Nest or Holy Cross wilderness areas for more hard-core trekking. And for road bikers and cruisers, hit the Vail Bike Path which passes behind Altus meandering West beyond Edwards or East all the way to Frisco over Vail Pass.

The entire experience of a live performance at Gerald Ford Amphitheater certainly feels amplified by a combination of fresh mountain air, amazing scenery, its world-class lineup, and the fact that it’s literally in your back-yard. Or maybe it’s the five-minute walk through Vail’s famous Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, which, located at 8,250 feet above sea level make it the highest of its kind in the U.S.

From fine china to soft linens, art galleries, local jewelers, high-end clothing stores like Gorsuch and Axel’s of Vail, and the Summer Farmers Market, Vail Village has something for everyone just a six-minute walk from Altus. Stroll the pedestrian-only, heated walkways, head to Solaris Plaza’s luxury stores, ice skating rink, and fun, family-friendly spots like Bol while taking in the sights, smells and flavors of this vibrant, European-inspired paradise.

Residents enjoy access to the Athletic Club in Vail Mountain Lodge’s Spa and Fitness Center located just across Vail Valley Road. Pilates, Yoga, Functional Fitness, including TRX, boot camp and interval training classes, as well as Vail’s only public indoor climbing wall, make it easy to stay in shape. Rejuvenate afterwards with relaxing amenities like indoor and outdoor hot tubs located right on the creek, sauna and steam room.