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Romantic Getaway in Crested Butte: 5 Reasons Why Vaquera House is Perfect for Couples

Love is always in the air here. Tucked away in the heart of Crested Butte, Vaquera House is the perfect balance of rustic mountain charm and stylish luxury. The perfect hotel for a romantic getaway in Crested Butte. Cozy Interiors Vaquera House blends high end amenities like Malin Goetz bath products and Italian linens with personal,…

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The Perfect Fall Weekend Getaway in Crested Butte: 3-Day Itinerary with Vaquera House as Your Home Base

Autumn in Crested Butte is one of our favorite seasons. From the crisp mountain air to the charming streets lined with golden colors, our luxury boutique hotel feels like home. Vaquera House is the perfect base for your weekend escape. Elk Avenue, which offers some of Colorado’s best shopping, art galleries, and restaurants, is just…

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Our Favorite Hikes From the Hotel

We think cars are overrated. The location of our hotel allows for great walks to nearby trailheads. There is nothing better than beginning your day with a quick hike from the hotel. Getting off the beaten path is one of the best ways to experience Crested Butte.  WOODS WALK | Whiterock to Kebler Pass This…

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Crested Butte to Aspen Hike

Are you looking for a bucket list hike?  The 11-mile hike from Crested Butte to Aspen is stunning. This hike can take anywhere from 6-10 hours to complete based on your speed. This is considered a strenuous hike just because of the 2400 feet in elevation gain. A few options to consider when taking this hike:…

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Winter Activities in Crested Butte

Crested Butte’s winter activities are endless. Most travelers come to Crested Butte in the winter for the incredible skiing and snowboarding opportunities. Our mountain is perfect for beginners all the way to experts, with some of the best extreme terrain in the world. Below we have listed activities beyond the ones offered at Crested Butte…

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Summer Activities in Crested Butte

The outdoor activity options in Crested Butte, Colorado are endless. Our mountains are a recreational playground filled with adventures for everyone. Whether it’s paddle boarding, golfing, horseback riding, or white water rafting, this is a summer paradise for everyone. Listed below are our top three favorite summer activities.  BIG AL’S BYCYCLE HEAVEN | 207 ELK…

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Pubs and Saloons in Crested Butte

Vaquera House offers hand crafted cocktails, beer and wine from local Colorado operators from 5-7 each day. After a busy day spent adventuring in Crested Butte, sometimes it’s nice to enjoy the mountains with a drink in hand at a local pub or saloon. Whether you’re after a locally crafted rum or creative cocktails, here…

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Art Galleries in Crested Butte

Vaquera House is full of beautiful art. We have a passion for all types of art mediums and especially local art. Our community boasts some of the finest art galleries in Colorado. Below you will find a list of a few of our favorites.  RED LINE GALLERY | 429 ELK AVENUE, CRESTED BUTTE, CO |…

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Favorite Shops in Crested Butte

Our town boasts wonderful boutiques, general stores, art galleries, housewares, bookstores, and sporting goods shops along Elk Avenue. Undoubtedly, no matter what you are looking for, you are sure to love the selection. Discover Vaquera House’s favorite shops in Crested Butte below.  Favor the Kind | 322 ELK AVENUE, CRESTED BUTTE, CO | (970) 349-7261…

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Best Coffee Shops in Crested Butte

There is nothing like a warm cup of “joe” in the cool mountain air. Crested Butte has several excellent coffee shops to give you that much-needed caffeine kick. When you’re staying at Vaquera House, we serve Camp 4 Coffee daily but in case you want one of those fancy specialty drinks, here are the best coffee shops…

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Best Lunch Spots in Crested Butte

Crested Butte’s National Historic District can be found along Elk Avenue. The street is adornedwith beautiful Victorian buildings of shops, art galleries and restaurants. Guests of VaqueraHouse enjoy walking to Elk Avenue from the front steps of the hotel to grab lunch. Often gueststake our complimentary “townie” bikes to lunch as well. When you are…

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