Dog Friendly Restaurants in Aspen

Aspen has a lot to offer everyone – even your four-legged family members. Check out this list of dog-friendly restaurants in Aspen!

Dog Friendly Restaurants in Aspen

This list isn’t in any particular order – we just want to make sure you’re aware that all these great places are here.

Many of these restaurants have pet-friendly outdoor tables, so they’re not ideal during winter – but when the weather is nice, they’re great places to bring your favorite family member for dinner or a snack.

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Penny Hot Springs in Carbondale

If you’re buying a home for sale in Carbondale, CO, there’s a hidden gem you need to know about: Penny Hot Springs.

Penny Hot Springs in Carbondale

The Penny Hot Springs, located below massive granite cliffs called “Hell’s Gates,” were named for locally famous hotelier Dan Penny. Penny set up a hotel and bathhouse at the location in the 1960s. Unfortunately, the bathhouse was shut down shortly after it opened. But in the 1990s, Pitkin County purchased the property and restored the pools – and because of the offbeat location, lots of locals don’t even know it exists.

At Penny Hot Springs, the extremely hot spring water mixes with the Crystal River – and several of the rock pools are comfortable enough to hop into.

How to Get to Penny Hot Springs

If you’re coming from the north (heading south) on Highway 133, head to Mile Marker 55 (if you go past 55, you need to turn around). Park on the shoulder of the road and hike down to the river – and keep your eyes open, because there are no signs. It’s a short hike that should take you less than five minutes.

$1,350,000

4 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
4,976 Sq Ft
0.250 Acres

1188 Heritage Drive Carbondale, Colorado

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$839,000

4 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
3,466 Sq Ft
5.210 Acres

1544 County Road 112 Carbondale, Colorado

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$899,000

3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
2,164 Sq Ft
0.270 Acres

48 River Glen Road Carbondale, Colorado

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$1,100,000

4 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
4,388 Sq Ft
0 Acres

68 Club Lodge Drive Carbondale, Colorado

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$960,000

3 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
2,773 Sq Ft
0.390 Acres

124 Ponderosa Pass Carbondale, Colorado

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$1,995,000

4 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
4,984 Sq Ft
4.700 Acres

82 Pinyon Woods Lane Carbondale, Colorado

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$1,995,000

4 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
5,288 Sq Ft
3 Acres

TBD Callicotte Ranch Carbondale, Colorado

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$895,000

6 Bedrooms
7 Bathrooms
5,718 Sq Ft
0.760 Acres

102 Leonis Lane Carbondale, Colorado

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$1,149,000

5 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
4,213 Sq Ft
0.390 Acres

604 Graceland Carbondale, Colorado

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$829,000

3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
2,465 Sq Ft
0 Acres

385 Boundary Lane Carbondale, Colorado

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$899,000

3 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
3,457 Sq Ft
0.290 Acres

38 Cottage Drive Carbondale, Colorado

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$899,000

3 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
2,384 Sq Ft
0 Acres

461 Boundary Lane Carbondale, Colorado

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$899,000

3 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
2,401 Sq Ft
0 Acres

465 Boundary Lane Carbondale, Colorado

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$3,975,000

5 Bedrooms
7 Bathrooms
7,365 Sq Ft
0.950 Acres

918 Brookie Carbondale, Colorado

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$779,000

3 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
2,712 Sq Ft
0.230 Acres

94 Corral Drive Carbondale, Colorado

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What to Know Before You Visit

There are no facilities at Penny Hot Springs – just what nature provides.

Pack out all your trash – nobody comes to clean it.

Spring isn’t the best time to visit, because cold snow runoff overwhelms the heated water coming from the springs.

Check each pool before you get in – some are dangerously hot.

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3 Offbeat Things to Do in Aspen

If you’re buying a home for sale in Aspen, check out these three offbeat things to do – they might just become your favorite in-town activities when ski season is over. At the very least, you’ll love taking your visiting family and friends to see them.

3 Offbeat Things to Do in Aspen

Magic Mushroom House
Ashcroft Townsite
Hunter S. Thompson Shrine

Magic Mushroom House

The Magic Mushroom House is really something to see. Architect Andre Ulrych – who had never built a house before – created this mountain oddity while using mushrooms and LSD. It took him 6 years to finish, and while it’s not necessarily consistent in style, it is really cool – and many artists and celebrities have stayed in the home (including Andy Warhol and Hugh Hefner).

Ashcroft Townsite

The Ashcroft Townsite, founded by two prospectors in 1880 (Charles B. Culver and W.F. Coxhead), is an abandoned ghost town near Aspen. By 1885, it was home to six hotels and 20 saloons – enough to rival Arizona’s Tombstone. But when plans for a railroad stop fell through and silver stopped coming out of the mountain, the town fell apart – everyone moved to Aspen. By the end of 1885, only 100 residents remained. The town revived in the 1930s, but after the end of World War II – where one of the local resort founders died in combat – the U.S. Forest Service took over. Now, the Aspen Historical Society runs it, and it’s on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fabulously preserved and definitely a must-see.

$2,850,000

3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
2,642 Sq Ft
0.340 Acres

20 Mountain Laurel Lane Aspen, Colorado

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1 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
585 Sq Ft
0 Acres

940 Waters Avenue 304 Aspen, Colorado

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$384,000

2 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
780 Sq Ft
0.060 Acres

56 Aspen Village Aspen, Colorado

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2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1,040 Sq Ft
0 Acres

610 S West End Street D 206 Aspen, Colorado

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7 Bedrooms
9 Bathrooms
6,917 Sq Ft
0.280 Acres

124 W Hallam Street 308 N First Street Aspen, Colorado

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$499,000

1 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
617 Sq Ft
0 Acres

209 Ventnor Avenue N Aspen, Colorado

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$3,900,000

5 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
3,047 Sq Ft
0.660 Acres

1452 Crystal Lake Road Aspen, Colorado

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$5,775,000

5 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
4,814 Sq Ft
0.450 Acres

711 Mountain Laurel Drive Aspen, Colorado

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$2,300,000

3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
1,936 Sq Ft
0 Acres

1445 Sierra Vista Drive #2 Aspen, Colorado

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$4,200,000

3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
1,550 Sq Ft
0 Acres

800 S Monarch Street 5 Aspen, Colorado

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$3,650,000

4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
3,071 Sq Ft
0.130 Acres

1295 Riverside Drive Aspen, Colorado

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$250,000

0 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
347 Sq Ft
0 Acres

38750 Highway 82 2203 Aspen, Colorado

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$339,000

0 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
435 Sq Ft
0 Acres

38750 Highway 82 2223 Aspen, Colorado

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$1,100,000

2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
794 Sq Ft
0 Acres

914 Waters Avenue 16 Aspen, Colorado

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$1,198,000

2 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
1,597 Sq Ft
0.110 Acres

105 Riverdown Drive Aspen, Colorado

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Hunter S. Thompson Shrine

There’s a shrine for Hunter S. Thompson in the Snowmass ski area near the famed author’s former home in Woody Creek that consists of a bench and several trees dedicated to him. Fans – those from a group called “GLUM” (Glorious Leaders of the Underground Movement) – update it every year on President’s Day. You’ll find photos, articles and interesting items hung from trees.

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Friday Morning Uphill Breakfast Club at Snowmass

Every Friday morning between now and April 5, you can join other uphill skiers on Buttermilk Mountain for the Uphill Breakfast Club.

Founded by Aspen Alpine Guides and Ute Mountaineer, the club hosts this great event to get out on the slopes. Once you’re at the top, you can have breakfast at The Cliffhouse – there’s tea, coffee and hot chocolate, too. Stop by the oatmeal and yogurt stations or choose the Cliffhouse’s signature breakfast fried rice with a farm-fresh egg or thick-cut French toast with a side of bacon.

What is Uphill Skiing?

Uphill skiing – also called “skinning” and “ski touring” – is tremendous work… and it’s a lot of fun.

Equipment

Most uphill skiers use 161-cm race skis with minimal bindings. Special boots attach at toe pivots that rotate as you get up the hill, but they can lock into the heel pins when you rotate the binding. Skins on the bottom of the skis make it possible – and you take them off when it’s time to come back down.

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3 Great Spots for a Quick Cup of Coffee in Aspen

If you’re buying a home for sale in Aspen, you’ll love that there are so many great places to stop for a quick cup of coffee on your way to work or play – and these are three of our favorites in town.

3 Great Spots for a Quick Cup of Coffee in Aspen

This list isn’t in any particular order – they’re just three great coffee shops that we love here in Aspen:

Local Coffee House
Victoria’s Espresso
ink Coffee Aspen

Local Coffee House

Local Coffee House
614 East Cooper Avenue
Aspen
970-429-4026

Local Coffee House is just what it sounds like – a local coffee house. This cozy little spot has such charming decor that it pulls you right in – and the ambiance and vibe keep you there. They have great tables for conversation and spots where you can squeeze in a little bit of work, too. The service is great, which explains why it’s so popular with locals. Some think of it as “Aspen’s living room,” and once you stop in, you’ll see exactly why.

Victoria’s Espresso

Victoria’s Espresso
510 East Durant Avenue
Aspen
970-920-3001

Victoria’s Espresso is an Australian-inspired hotspot that has espresso drinks, sandwiches, beer and wine – and a few other things. It’s a great place to hang out. The coffee is fabulous (and so are all the baked goods – we may have tried everything, but we’ll never admit it). You’ll love the atmosphere; it’s incredibly comfortable, and it’s been there since 2008, which is a testament to its popularity in town.

ink! Coffee Aspen

ink! Coffee Aspen
520 East Durant Avenue
970-544-0588

ink! Coffee Aspen closes at 6 p.m. every day, so get there early if you want to get your caffeine fix for the day. This is the place to go if you want a wide range of interesting drink selections. The baristas are truly spectacular – both with mixing up your favorite concoctions and with customer service.

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Declutter, Depersonalize and Stage

Before you sell your home, there are three things you really, really need to do: Declutter, depersonalize and stage. Here’s how.

Declutter, Depersonalize and Stage

It’s incredibly important to make your home as appealing as possible to potential buyers – and the best way to do that is to declutter, depersonalize and stage your home.

Declutter

Declutter all the living areas in your home. Be ruthless! Forget about the whole “if it sparks joy” concept – take out everything that doesn’t make your home look like a magazine-worthy showplace. You don’t have to get rid of anything… you just have to pack it away and put it in storage for use in your new home.

Related: How to stage a closet when you sell your home

Depersonalize

Take out everything that says, “I live here.” Family photos, eclectic decor, or anything that might offend a buyer has to go. Replace it all with neutral items that you’d see in a furniture store showroom and you can’t go wrong.

Stage

You don’t have to be a staging professional to make your home more appealing to prospective buyers (although you can certainly hire one). You just have to have an eye for aesthetics and know how to group furniture properly – and you have to take out anything that interrupts the natural flow of traffic.

Related: 3 staging tricks from the pros

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3 Things You Need to Know Before You Sell Your House

Thinking about selling your home? Here’s what you need to know first.

3 Things You Need to Know Before You Sell Your House

A lot of sellers walk into the home-selling process unsure about what to do and what happens next. You don’t have to be that seller! Here’s what you need to know:

You need an experienced agent
You can hire a home inspector to get a heads-up
Visiting open houses can help you

You Need an Experienced Agent

No matter what, you need an experienced Aspen Realtor® by your side when you’re selling your home. Your agent will help you determine the right price, point out home improvements you should make, and aggressively market your home to get it in front of all the right buyers – all things you can’t do yourself.

Related: 5 things you must ask when you hire a Realtor

You Can Hire a Home Inspector to Get a Heads-Up

Hiring your own home inspector will give you an inside peek at what a buyer’s home inspector would uncover – and it gives you a chance to head off issues that a buyer might try to use to negotiate on price. If you find out that your home needs a big repair, you can take money off the purchase price – or you can fix the issue yourself and keep the price the same.

Related: Should sellers get a home inspection?

Visiting Open Houses Can Help You

Check out local open houses whenever you can – before you list your home for sale. That way, you can compare your home to other homes that the same buyers will see, and you can come up with fresh angles for staging. You’ll be able to see what buyers can get for the same price you want to ask, and then you can make sure that you’re providing more value.

Related: Staging your home

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Should You Add a Pool to Boost Your Home’s Value?

Should You Add a Pool to Boost Your Home's Value

If you’ve always wanted a pool, get one.

But don’t get one just because you think it’ll boost your home’s value. Here’s why.

Should You Add a Pool to Boost Your Home’s Value?

A pool can certainly add value to your home, but not in all cases. For example, if you live in a neighborhood where most of your neighbors have pools, it most likely will. But if you’re thinking of adding a pool that will take up the whole backyard, and none of your neighbors have one, it’s probably best to shelve the idea for your next home.

A pool isn’t a guarantee that you’ll even get your money back on the investment. The average cost to install a swimming pool measuring about 600 square feet is $30,000 – and you’ll have to install a safety fence, lighting and other accessories. The cost can add up quickly; many people end up spending upwards of $100,000 to install a good-sized pool and all its accessories.

Don’t forget about maintenance expenses, either.

Don’t People Want Homes With Pools?

Swimming pools aren’t everyone’s cup of tea. In fact, some people won’t buy a home with a pool – and they have several reasons for avoiding them. Maybe they have small kids, and a pool presents a significant risk; perhaps they don’t have the time or the finances to keep up on maintenance. Sometimes pools increase property taxes, too, which means it can scare off buyers.

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Quick Fixes Before You List Your Home

When you’re getting ready to sell your home, your real estate agent will let you know what you should fix before you list it for sale. This list will get you started.

Quick Fixes Before You List Your Home

Check out this list of quick fixes you can make before you list your home for sale:

Cosmetic damage
Minor upgrades
Fixing curb appeal

Cosmetic Damage

Run through your house and look for cosmetic damage. Chipped countertops, peeling paint and scuffs on the floor are easy fixes you can make in an afternoon, and they’re usually worth tackling. That’s because while they don’t affect your home’s function, they do make it look run-down and tired. The more you can do to freshen things up, the better.

Minor Upgrades

If your faucets and light fixtures are really outdated, you might want to consider updating them. You can find great – and modern – fixtures at home improvement stores, and they’re often pretty affordable. Making little upgrades like these can make a huge difference when buyers come to see your house.

Fixing Curb Appeal

The first impression buyers get of your home is when they check it out online – and usually, the first photo they see is of the front of the house. That first impression really counts – and it keeps counting until the moment buyers pull up in front of the house for a tour. Making sure that what buyers see is appealing is incredibly important, because it sets the tone for how they feel once they step through the front door.

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4 Ways to Make Your Offer Stand Out

If you’re searching for a home for sale in Aspen, Basalt, Carbondale, Snowmass or Woody Creek, it probably won’t be long until you find the perfect place.

And when you do, you really want your offer to stand out. If it doesn’t, you run the risk of losing your dream home to another buyer.

4 Ways to Make Your Offer Stand Out

Come up with a large earnest money deposit
Offer to rent the house to the seller for a while
Be flexible on your closing date
Pay your own closing costs

Come Up With a Large Earnest Money Deposit

The larger your earnest money deposit is, the more likely your offer is to stand out to the seller. Typically, you can expect to pay between 2 and 5 percent of a home’s sales price – and to stand out, you want to be on the higher end of that spectrum.

Offer to Rent the House to the Seller for a While

If the seller is working on his or her own timeline, it might be beneficial for you to offer to let them rent it for a limited time. Their timeline might hinge on a new house being completed, a work relocation or a number of other factors.

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Be Flexible on Your Closing Date

If it’s not going to throw you off, be flexible on your closing date. Sometimes sellers need just a few extra days (or a month) before they can comfortably close – and if you offer them that flexibility, your offer will stand out.

Pay Your Own Closing Costs

Rather than asking the seller to pay your closing costs, offer to take care of them yourself. That puts more money in the seller’s pocket – and if you’re the only buyer who’s offered to pay them, you might just win the home.

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