Highcliffe Lodge: Masterpiece of Rugged Elegance and Alpine Luxury, TOV Garage!

Family-friendly stay near Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater

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A log cabin with a large porch and multiple garage doors, surrounded by tall trees.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Vail, CO
  • Place, Booth Falls Trailhead
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Vail Racquet Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Vail Nordic Center
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the area

Vail

East Vail stay.Your stay at this East Vail lodge places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Booth Falls Trailhead and Vail Golf Club. Also, Vail Nordic Center is within 3 miles (5 km) and Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Booth Falls Trailhead - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Vail Racquet Club - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Vail Nordic Center - 3 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - 4 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater - 5 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Vail/Eagle Airport (EGE) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cantina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wildwood Smokehouse - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Avanti F&B Vail - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gorsuch Ski Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Highcliffe Lodge: Masterpiece of Rugged Elegance and Alpine Luxury, TOV Garage!

Nestled on an acre of private mountain wilderness along the banks of Gore Creek in East Vail, Highcliffe Lodge is a breathtaking 5,000-square-foot luxury log estate. Combining the raw, commanding spirit of a classic Western homestead with the refined sophistication of a Ralph Lauren designer showroom, this premier property offers an unparalleled mountain escape just five minutes from the world-class slopes of Vail Village.

Handcrafted Grandeur Architectural Marvel: Towering 35-foot gabled ceilings are anchored by massive, hand-peeled logs and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows framing the jagged peaks of the Gore Range.

Curated Interiors: Living spaces feature exquisite Western-European antique furnishings, authentic Navajo textiles, and fine art that establish a rich, character-filled ambiance.

Gourmet Living: A chef’s dream kitchen features commercial-grade appliances and seamlessly feeds into an intimate dining area ideal for hosting aprés-ski feasts.

Themed Suites: The estate accommodates up to 12 guests across 5 uniquely curated bedrooms, each with 4K flat screen TVs, plush bedding and towels, and premium Molton Brown amenities to ensure peak relaxation.

World-Class Entertainment & Leisure Private Cinema: A state-of-the-art home theater boasts an 11.1 Dolby Atmos surround sound system and a brilliant 4K digital display.

Heated Game Room: A fully insulated entertainment hub equipped with a full-size billiards table, ping pong, and foosball keeps guests entertained all evening.

Outdoor Sanctuary: Stone-carved mountainside paths weave through perennial gardens, leading to a private outdoor hot tub, a tranquil waterfall feature, and a roaring stone fire pit under the Colorado stars.

Exclusive Village Access: Ski logistics are entirely stress-free. Every booking includes a complimentary, reserved parking spot at the ultra-premium Solaris Parking Garage in the heart of Vail Village, allowing you to bypass public transit and park directly steps from the Gondola.

Designed for family gatherings, ski vacations, celebrations, or peaceful retreats, the property balances privacy with inviting shared spaces for movie nights, board games, and fireside relaxation.

Guests enjoy curated gardens, waterfalls, patios, hiking access, and nearby outdoor activities including rafting, fishing, biking, and skiing. Winter amenities include ski boot warmers, ski storage, and partnership access to slope-side equipment storage near Gondola One. The property is also close to the Vail Racquet Club with tennis courts, heated pool, gym, and café access available for a daily fee. Discounts may be available for small groups or extended stays. SEE more pictures at the highcliffelodge site.

TOWN OF VAIL SALES TAX NO. 007433

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayak
  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Video library

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Chef service
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 35

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please ensure the parking passes are on the library hooks together with the house, keys, and all remotes for the fireplaces and various television set in their normal position.
When you push the away button as you depart from the lower main door out, which is on the light switch bottom it will turn off all lights on the house system. Thank you
Please come back and be our guest again and you can contact me at HighcliffeLodge. Should you desire?
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

One pet to 35 pounds, house-trained, off furniture, disclosed at booking, with added fee and additional security deposit, may be approved.
No caterers/professional chefs permitted other than our preferred chef. No parties without pre-approval and possible fee based on size & type.o
No moving furniture. Up to 3 passenger vehicle may park at the Lodge, public overflow parking available nearby. No RVs or trailers.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: House-trained pup permitted upon review, surcharge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Kids love the bunk room, sleeps 3-5.

Events

No events allowed
Needs approval from owner at booking, surcharge

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All smoking inside the lodge is prohibited.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Needs approval from owner at booking, surcharge
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Needs approval from owner at booking, surcharge Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 007433

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Highcliffe Lodge Most Amazing Summer Lodge Perfect 1-3 Families
Highcliffe Vail's Most Amazing Summer Perfect 1-3 Families

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fantasy Luxury Lodge, Firepit, HotTub, Dolby-8K-Cinema & Gratis Village Garage! to the airport?

This lodge is 39.1 mi (43-min drive) away from the Vail/Eagle Airport (EGE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Fantasy Luxury Lodge, Firepit, HotTub, Dolby-8K-Cinema & Gratis Village Garage! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this lodge.

Does Fantasy Luxury Lodge, Firepit, HotTub, Dolby-8K-Cinema & Gratis Village Garage! offer free breakfast?

This lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fantasy Luxury Lodge, Firepit, HotTub, Dolby-8K-Cinema & Gratis Village Garage!?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Fantasy Luxury Lodge, Firepit, HotTub, Dolby-8K-Cinema & Gratis Village Garage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fantasy Luxury Lodge, Firepit, HotTub, Dolby-8K-Cinema & Gratis Village Garage!?

Free parking is not available at this lodge.

Does Fantasy Luxury Lodge, Firepit, HotTub, Dolby-8K-Cinema & Gratis Village Garage! have a pool?

This lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Fantasy Luxury Lodge, Firepit, HotTub, Dolby-8K-Cinema & Gratis Village Garage! have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Fantasy Luxury Lodge, Firepit, HotTub, Dolby-8K-Cinema & Gratis Village Garage! to downtown Vail?

This lodge is 3.8 mi away from Vail.

Highcliffe Lodge: Masterpiece of Rugged Elegance and Alpine Luxury, TOV Garage! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The outdoor fire pit and hot tub was a big bonus after coming off the slopes.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Wonderful stay we will return. Thank you Adam for being a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent lodge for my group of 6 on an annual guys trip. This place is perfect for 6 guys or 6 couples. Immaculate home, high-end finishes, extremely clean, great hot tub and firepit for apres, pool table and gameroom, theatre. Quick walk to Vail bus route in the morning, or use the Solaris parking pass. Easy access and great host communication. Hope to rent this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

monica o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most fantastic stay! With little snow, it was so incredible to have this house with all the amenities, space, hot tub, game “garage” and most importantly, the movie room for March Madness. Adam was so attentive to all our questions, and so gracious. We absolutely loved our stay, and that is saying a lot being in Vail with very little snow. Easy drive to Vail village and the bus stop was extremely navigable. Highly recommend!!! Stunning property…
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for a business retreat

8 of us had a great time and the amenities were as advertised!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

Highcliffe was one on the best properties I've stayed at anywhere in CO. Great location (easy access to mountain on the bus), and Adam was a fantastic and super responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a family vacation

The house surpassed our expectations. Great layout , everyone loved it! Communication with the owner was great before and during the stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top 5 VRBO Spot

No expense was spared in the design of this location! We had an amazing experience
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended!!

Adam was such a great host! This home is absolutely beautiful and worth the stay! Roomy, cozy, and such a relaxing vibe! We loved every bit of this property and will likely rebook if we return to Vail.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Ski Home for Family in Vail

This was the perfect location for our family group of 11 in Vail - incredible house, extremely responsive host, excellent ski logistics. Highly recommend for any group.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great week!

This house is just as advertised—awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highcliffe Comment

Phenomenal Place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Christmas Vacation Home

The house and location were everything I could have wished for and more! The home was beautiful and had everything we needed to make our family holiday a special one! The location couldn't have been better as well. I really can't say enough about this special home. Can not wait to come back! Thank you, Adam!Angie Bird & family
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING

Absolutely amazing house and vacation!! There is nothing I can say that we needed while staying at this house! The house was beautiful and stocked with everything you will need for a great vacation! Communication was great with Adam! Thanks again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kourtney K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Quality, beauty and had all the essentials to an amazing stay. We also received several tips on ski rentals, lift passes, groceries, and restaurants. We had an extended family trip. Loved cooking in the kitchen, great hot tub and the teens loved the game/movie room. The kitchen was a welcoming place for the adults to have great conversation/drinks.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect!

This location had the very best of everything from quality linens to game room to media room to board games to being located on a hiking trail down a beautiful creek. Located 5 mins from the best Vail has to offer to 40 mins from EGE. Our family enjoyed pool, foosball, ping pong, movies in media room, bike rides, horseback rides, Symphony at Bravo Vail, and high altitude golf. Perfect home away from home for us to make Memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

annabelle m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous property in Vail

This house was perfect and we lacked for nothing! Communication with Adam was great and the location couldn’t be better! We were celebrating or 50th Wedding anniversary with the entire family from ages 3-73! Great places to gather and enjoy the fabulous views and splendid weather! We want to book again! Thank you Adam for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving family wedding trip

Highcliffe Lodge is a very beautifully decorated, handsome, charming, cozy and well built home full of personal details that address your every need. With lots of fun rooms for entertainment including a theatre and games, you won’t want to leave home except for skiing and shopping in Vail which is very close by. We had a two foot snow storm sweep through on our visit and the trip became magical. We had seven people in our group and fit very comfortably. You will feel very grateful for your stay and sorry to be saying goodbye as you pull away at the end of your stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony & Melinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vail Adventure

Highcliffe Lodge is a luxurious home base from which to explore the splendors of Colorado! The lodge had spectacular views, a secluded feel, and access to a wide variety of activities, from hiking trails for all levels to zip line and rafting adventures, all of which we took advantage of. For less active days, nearby Vail Village and Frisco offered great restaurants and shopping. The lodge also was well appointed with games and a theater and lots of outdoor space to relax. We had a great family trip thanks to our gracious host and his AMAZING home! We would love to visit again in winter.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Ski Trip - 2024

Everything about our stay was absolutely incredible. The property is even more beautiful than the photos online appear, the location is outstanding (less than 5 minutes from the village), Adam is the best host I have ever booked with, and he even has a parking pass for a garage right in the middle of the village! Everything was pristine when we arrived and this was hands down the best trip we have done to date (8 years and counting). I could not recommend this property and Adam highly enough! Thank you for everything, Adam!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury Mountain House in Vail

The house was a perfect compliment to our vacation. It is a beautiful upscale mountain home that really sets the tone for a luxury ski vacation. The location is very close to Vail village and also the perfect location to allow us to ski Vail, Beaver Creek and Breckenridge due to the close proximity to all three mountains. Adam the owner was extremely hospitable and available if we needed anything. The house has all the luxury accommodations including a movie theater, garage game room, large hot tub, chefs kitchen and more. We loved the mattress so much in the main floor master bedroom that we ordered one for our home. Can’t recommend this property enough. We will most definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coolest Log Cabin Ever!

My husband, our three young kids and our best friends and their three young kids had the trip of a lifetime while staying in this epic log cabin! The home is meticulously and perfectly designed in every single room. Plenty of room for multiple families to be together or space out if needed. Whether you want to cozy up by the fire and stare out the window at the snow, or gather in the kitchen to cook a meal together, watch a movie in the one of a kind movie theater, play pool or ping pong in the heated garage, or freshen up in one of the many great bathrooms this home has you covered. Adam is the absolute best host we’ve ever worked with and keeps the home in perfect shape for every single guest. We all can’t wait to return and stay in this home again Next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic lodge, perfect stay

We have had an amazing time in this house, we spent our vacation holiday in Vail and was fantastic. We love the lodge, everything in it is great. We hope to be back soon…… We are a family of 10 people, and the lodge works perfect for my group, the jacuzzi, the home theater, the steam bath, the bar and of course the rooms and common areas was incredible. Great value to have a card to use as much as you want at the Solaris parking in Vail Village, just 4 minutes from the house by car, if you are thinking to rent this lodge, do it now you can not loose this property. On the other hand, the communication with Adam was impressive, he was always on line. With no doubt you must go to the Highcliiff Lodge.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High expectations? Highcliffe for the win!

Adam, thank you for sharing your slice of heaven with my family. Your home is beautiful and well appointed…from the gorgeous furnishings to the western themed dinner plates. No detail has been overlooked. My granddaughter especially loved watching movies in the cozy theater room complete with a leather chair just her size. The yard and outdoor space is truly stunning. We looked forward to morning coffee on the porch, and even better, wine at sunset on the patio. I will always cherish the memories made with my family this summer at Highcliffe. I hope to make a few more this winter!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024