Mountain Village
Situated as the resort center and linked by a complimentary 13-minute gondola journey from Telluride, Mountain Village stands as Telluride’s modern counterpart. Established in 1995, this town is the nerve center of the ski experience. Perched at a lofty altitude of 9,545 feet, Mountain Village seamlessly combines its rich skiing heritage with its emerging modern amenities, such as the expansive 14,000-square-foot grocery store and numerous upscale developments.
With grand homes set against the backdrop of the golf course and the ski areas, the pedestrian- centric Village Center exudes the charm reminiscent of distinguished European mountain resorts. The state-of-the-art Telluride Conference Center, frequently hosting concerts and conferences, highlights Mountain Village’s capacity to merge its tranquil ambiance with a vibrant cultural and social scene, showcasing the town’s multifaceted personality.
Connected to Telluride by the nation's only public gondola system, Mountain Village, with its average elevation of 9,500 feet and a 2019 population estimate of 1,471, enjoys shared ownership of the legacy of the world-class ski mountain in operation since 1972. Surrounded by North America’s densest collection of towering peaks, and offering diverse recreational facilities, from the ski and golf headquarters to various outdoor trails, Mountain Village offers a harmonious blend of nature’s grandeur and refined living.