Surrounded by towering aspens at the top of a private, gated drive, 1452 Buffehr Creek is the embodiment of elevated alpine living. Completed in 2001 and masterfully expanded in 2008, the nearly 14,000 sq ft estate rests on 1.15 sun-drenched acres with unobstructed vistas of Vail Village and the Gore Range. 10 bedrooms—including a secluded primary wing with fireside bedroom, view-filled office, and terrace—provide resort-level comfort for family and guests alike. Hand-hewn timber, dry-stack stone, and soaring trusses define the great room, where floor-to-ceiling glass blends seamlessly with the outdoors. A chef's kitchen with an oversized island, butler's pantry, and integrated wine storage anchors the main level, spilling onto south-facing decks ideal for summer entertaining. The lower level is pure indulgence: a nature inspired swimming pool, full spa with sauna and massage studio, state-of-the-art theater, and recreation lounge that opens to flagstone patios and a fire-pit terrace. Additional highlights include smart-home systems, central humidification and A/C, a heated oversized four-car garage with snow-melt motor court, and the option to purchase a prestigious full Arrabelle Club membership. Five minutes from Vail Village yet worlds away in privacy, 1452 Buffehr Creek balances serenity and convenience in one extraordinary mountain sanctuary.
This Home's Dramatic Setting Offers A Comfortable Living Environment To A Couple, As Well As To A Large Group Of Family And Friends. The Floorplan, Including A Private Master Suite With Adjoining Office, Media Room, Spacious Entertainment Area With Pool AAnd Hot Tub Make This The Perfect Home Year Round. Either Vail Mt. Club Or Arrabelle Club Membership Option Available With The Sale.; Over 3 Car Garage
VMLS #141049
Jan 23, 2009
Listed
$12,900,000
$926/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 18, 2001
Sold
$500,000
$36/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 28, 1999
Sold
$465,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$51,061 (−4.9%)
$180,000 + $793,330
$973,330
2024
$53,667 (−0.2%)
$180,000 + $793,330
$973,330
2023
$53,796 (+39.2%)
$216,380 + $914,700
$1,131,080
2022
$38,653 (−2.9%)
$166,800 + $585,370
$752,170
2021
$39,800 (+4.4%)
$166,800 + $585,370
$752,170
2020
$38,109 (−0.3%)
$171,600 + $602,210
$773,810
2019
$38,235 (−1.7%)
$240,240 + $510,660
$750,900
2018
$38,884 (+0.5%)
$240,240 + $510,660
$750,900
2017
$38,695 (−5.9%)
$194,400 + $554,080
$748,480
2016
$41,131 (+12.3%)
$194,400 + $554,080
$748,480
2015
$36,617 (+41.6%)
$123,790 + $680,610
$804,400
2014
$25,867 (+1.6%)
$123,790 + $680,610
$804,400
2013
$25,449 (+16.5%)
$136,120 + $414,080
$550,200
2012
$21,844
$136,120 + $414,080
$550,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
8
Baths
8
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.15 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Finished Sq. Ft.
13,928
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
13,928
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Eagle County
APN
R065105
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RC
Residential Cluster District
The Residential Cluster District is intended to provide sites for single-family, two-family and multiple-family dwellings at a density not exceeding 6 dwelling units per acre, together with such public facilities as may appropriately be located in the same zone district. The Residential Cluster District is intended to ensure adequate light, air, privacy and open space for each dwelling, commensurate with residential occupancy, and to maintain the desirable residential qualities of the zone district by establishing appropriate site development standards.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
12 days above 76° expected this year, 32 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Vail, CO • 81657
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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36
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64
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30
39
19
34
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Sun exposure
78/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 12% for direct sun exposure in Vail. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1452 Buffehr Creek Rd
$20,893,953
$1.6M under list price of $22.5M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $3.7M to $36.0M.