Welcome to 688 Vasquez Rd, a one-of-a-kind Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired masterpiece nestled along the Vasquez Creek in the heart of Winter Park, Colorado. Featured in VRBO Magazine, this stunning, award-winning home seamlessly blends modern architecture with natural beauty, offering a truly extraordinary Rocky Mountain living experience. Set against the national forest and just a 5-minute shuttle ride to Winter Park Resort, this ultra-modern home boasts 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, with ample space to comfortably sleep up to 10. Key Features: Award-Winning Design: Designed by a renowned student of Frank Lloyd Wright, this home has been featured in several books and magazines and is considered one of the most unique properties in Grand County. Interior Highlights: Custom wood finishes, European high-end appliances, and radiant floor heating across all three levels. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide panoramic views of the surrounding forest and mountains, with privacy shades to ensure privacy. Luxurious Living Spaces: An open-concept design with high-end furnishings, a suspended 360-degree rotating fireplace, and a spacious private deck that extends towards the river. Family-Friendly Amenities: Enjoy a game room with foosball and shuffleboard, an Xbox gaming system, board games, and HD Roku Smart TVs. Other thoughtful touches include a chef's kitchen. Outdoor Features: Furnished Decks & Patio: Spacious upper deck for dining and a large lower patio lounging, including a gas firepit, chaise lounge chairs, and a gas grill as well as a private hot tub on the edge of the forest. Nature Surrounds: Direct access to hiking and biking trails, with additional scenic views of Winter Park's landscapes. Vasquez Creek: Set along the banks of the beautiful Vasquez Creek, this property delivers an one of a kind creekside experience in the heart of Winter Park Location, Location, Location: Free Shuttle Service: The free shuttle stop is right across the street, providing easy access to the Resort Base Village, offering skiing, mountain biking, hiking, ice skating, dining, and entertainment. Convenience to Downtown: Walk to downtown Winter Park for dining, shopping, nightlife, and the Rendezvous Amphitheater's scheduled events. Recreation & Relaxation: Close proximity to the Grand Park Rec Center, Grand Lake, and Rocky Mountain National Park makes this property perfect for outdoor lovers year-round. Whether you're skiing, mountain biking, or simply relaxing in style, 688 Vasquez Rd offers the best of mountain living. This home is not just a place to stay, but a unique experience in one of the most coveted locations in Winter Park. Rental Potential: This property presents one of the top short-term rental income opportunities in the Winter Park area, with actual revenue estimates available upon request VRBO Magazine Article: https://www. vrbo.com/magazine/chalet-winter-park-colorado/
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$939Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by John Sanderson• Re/Max Peak to Peak
Bought with Team TREC - The Real Estate Company Company• The Real Estate Company
Exquisite custom home designed by Michael P. Johnson, former professor at Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. Tucked in the trees located on Vasquez Creek, this home captures a modern feel while seamlessly incorporating nature. Open floor plan, walls of windows, gourmet kitchen, suspended rotating fireplace, 2 main level master suites with bath en-suites, family room that extends outdoors, patio bordering the creek. Miles of trails in the Arapahoe National Forest steps from your door.
GCAR #19-454
Jun 21, 2019
Sold
$1,305,000
$474/sq ft
Apr 22, 2019
Listed
$1,295,000
$471/sq ft
+49
Experience the Rocky Mountain lifestyle at this exquisite custom home designed by Michael P. Johnson, one of the most recognized modernist architects of our time. Johnson, a former professor at the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture, was inducted into the prestigious International Academy of Architecture in 2015. Tucked in the trees and located on Vasquez Creek this home captures a modern feel while seamlessly incorporating nature. The open floor plan with sophisticated spaces offers an abundance of natural light with walls of windows throughout. The main level offers two master suites with full bath en-suites, and a family room that extends outdoors with access to the patio bordering the creek. The upper level is a broad space surrounded by windows featuring the gourmet kitchen with a sleek design, dining area and great room - ideal for entertaining. This level is anchored by a dramatic, wood-burning, fireplace that is suspended from the ceiling and rotates 360 degrees. Through the double sliding doors off the great room is a spacious deck extending over an embankment with creek side views. The lower level offers an additional bedroom, 3/4 bath and recreation space with additional sleeping quarters. Perfectly located, this home allows you to take advantage of the mountain lifestyle. Explore miles of amazing trails in the Arapahoe National Forest just steps from your door. Walk to town to take and enjoy the various amenities including restaurants, shops and activities. Within a 5-minute drive or short shuttle ride, enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding at the Winter Park Ski Resort.
REColorado as Distributed by MLS Grid #6019308
Apr 22, 2019
Listed
$1,295,000
$471/sq ft
GCAR #14-662
Sep 5, 2014
Sold
$800,000
$291/sq ft
May 23, 2014
Listed
$831,725
$302/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #736076
Sep 5, 2014
Sold
$800,000
$291/sq ft
May 1, 2014
Listed
$831,725
$302/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 15, 2002
Sold
$277,459
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,168 (+3.4%)
$40,800 + $105,830
$146,630
2024
$7,899 (+0.5%)
$34,220 + $97,560
$131,780
2023
$7,859 (+39.0%)
2022
$5,656
2021
$5,651 (+70.2%)
$21,450 + $67,400
$88,850
2020
$3,321 (+2.4%)
$17,880 + $38,340
$56,220
2019
$3,243 (+16.3%)
$17,880 + $38,340
$56,220
2018
$2,788 (−18.6%)
2017
$3,424 (+24.7%)
$11,520 + $33,960
$45,480
2016
$2,747 (+10.2%)
$7,360 + $31,080
$38,440
2014
$2,492 (−1.0%)
$6,690 + $28,500
$35,190
2013
$2,517 (−3.5%)
$6,690 + $28,500
$35,190
2012
$2,610
$8,280 + $29,560
$37,840
Tax history for 688 Vasquez Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,168 (+3.4%)
$40,800 + $105,830
$146,630
2024
$7,899 (+0.5%)
$34,220 + $97,560
$131,780
2023
$7,859 (+39.0%)
2022
$5,656
2021
$5,651 (+70.2%)
$21,450 + $67,400
$88,850
2020
$3,321 (+2.4%)
$17,880 + $38,340
$56,220
2019
$3,243 (+16.3%)
$17,880 + $38,340
$56,220
2018
$2,788 (−18.6%)
2017
$3,424 (+24.7%)
$11,520 + $33,960
$45,480
2016
$2,747 (+10.2%)
$7,360 + $31,080
$38,440
2014
$2,492 (−1.0%)
$6,690 + $28,500
$35,190
2013
$2,517 (−3.5%)
$6,690 + $28,500
$35,190
2012
$2,610
$8,280 + $29,560
$37,840
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.