Breckenridge International Snow Sculpture Championship- 2010 winners!

Breckenridge International Snow sculpture championship of 2010.

This years winners of the Breckenridge international snow sculpture championship have been announced. Every year teams from around the world come to Breckenridge, Colorado the demonstrate their skill and art, by taking 2,000 pound blocks of snow and crafting them into some of the most details and beautiful sculptures I have ever seen. This year was no exception, talent was abound and these masters held nothing back. Below are the photos of the winners of this years Breckenridge international snow sculpture championships.

3rd place- Team Mexico - "The Altar of Quetzalcoatl"

Where do these guys practice in Mexico?!

2nd Place- Team Canada, Ontario - "Memories from My Youth"

Canadian Geisha?

1st Place winner- Team Lithuania - "Milite Est Vita"

Breckenridge Property Management- I own a Breckenridge property, do I need help?

Breckenridge Property Management and Vacation Rental Management, do you need help?

I own or am looking to purchase a home in Breckenridge and want to know what are the benefits and pitfalls of Short term renting it? How does Resort Managers Breckenridge Property Management work for me, the homeowner?

If you currently own, or are looking to purchase a home in Breckenridge, you may be considering short term renting your property. Here is the short list of advantages and disadvantages of Short term renting your Breckenridge Property.

Advantages of Breckenridge Vacation Rental Management

-Pay your bills- Short term renting your property allows the ability to generate income and to potentially offset a large portion of the expense of owning a home in Breckenridge, without giving up the ability to use the home yourself.
-Protect your home- By utilizing Breckenridge Property Management services; you have someone watching over your home while you are away. A good Breckenridge Property Management company will do frequent checks on your property ensuring your home is well cared for and mitigation any sort of damage that could occur.
- Build your equity- Upon resale of your home a solid rental history can make it more appealing to prospective purchasers. If a potential buyer knows that can generate revenue based on past performance your home will generally secure a better resale price.

Disadvantages of Breckenridge Vacation Rental Management

-NONE! “But wait, there have to be pitfalls. My friend told me it is a nightmare.”

Common Misconceptions about short term Breckenridge Property Management

-“I can’t use it when I want.” Wrong, you can blackout your property for you own use at any time and for how ever long you like. Owners always have first choice to use their own property. Rentals are booked around the owner’s dates, not the other way around.
-“Renters will destroy my property.” Wrong. While accidents will happen from time to time, we make a point to have no less than two inspections done prior to and after each guest rental. This ensures if an accident were to happen, the guest would be held accountable for it and the problem would be remedied without any involvement or expense to the owner. However, most guests leave the property in better condition that they found it and we make it a point to inform each guest of this expectation.
- “My property will be fine without management.” Maybe. Your property should be fine unmanaged. But what happens when it gets broken in to, when the power or gas go out and the pipes freeze, when it floods, when an ice dam causes water to leak through the roof, or when someone needs to be there to address any of these type of emergencies?

The long and short of Breckenridge Property Management services is this- They cannot hurt, they can only help. Breckenridge Resort Managers is here to help you. More informarion on our Breckenridge Property Management sercices here.

Breckenridge Ski and snowboard rentals, how to get great service and a good discount.

There are an ever expanding variety of Breckenridge Ski and snowboard rental companies in town. Probably upwards of 25-30 Breckenridge ski rental companies inhabit The town in all shapes and sizes. You have the typical main street storefront shop that can rent you skis, boots, and sell you a pair of gloves and a hat while you wait.

They typical Breckenridge ski rental shop experience is this- find a shop without a line out the door, wait in line, fill out a form, wait in line, walk up the stairs, wait in line, try on a boot, wait in line, pick out a ski, wait to have bindings adjusted, wait in line to pay, take your gear to your car, try to fit your rossi 190's in your rented Toyota prius, attempt not to slit your throat on the ski edges protruding into the front seat. Sound fun right!?

There is another option for those of you who would rather check in to your Breckenridge vacation home and have your skis brought to you.

Breckenridge Resort Managers has partnered with Ski Butlers to bring convenience and great service to our guests. Additional, if you book with us, and rent your gear through ski butlers you will receive a 10% discount on your rentals.

Visit us at http://www.breckenridgeresortmanagers.com/skirental.asp for more information on Ski Butlers, or to book your ski rentals online.

Breckenridge Winter dew tour is back!!

Breckenridge Winter Dew Tour

Breckenridge dew tour- winter 2009 2010, is back for it's second year!!

Come to breckenridge this season and watch more than 100 professional snowboarders and freeskiers ride Breckenridge in to hope of capturing s a portion of a $1.5 million dollar purse.

the Breckenridge winter dew tour is being broadcast again, live, on NBC. But, for the full experience, come and stay in some of our in town Breckenridge Vacation Rentals and see it in person.

Breckenridge winter dew tour events include the slopestyle and superpipe for both freeskiers and snowboarders. You will also find plenty to do after the competition with live music, great places to party, and some of the best skiing and nightlife of any resort area.

Click here for a schedule of events for the 2009-2010 Breckenridge Winter Dew Tour

Frisco Lodging- why choose lodging in Frisco?

Frisco Lodging - A great way to experience more of Colorado on a smaller budget

Do you want to come to Colorado this year and ski, but your budget seems too small to saty for several days? Can't afford $500 a night in Aspen or $400 a night in Vail? Come and vacation in our Frisco Lodging!

Frisco Lodging is affordable, usually 30-50 percent cheaper than in the actual ski area properties, as well as convinent to multiple ski areas.

Copper Mountain- 7 miles

Breckenridge- 8 miles

Keystone- 9 miles

Arapahoe Basin- 12 miles

Vail- 26 miles

So, looking for a Colorado ski vacation on a budget, Frisco lodging is your answer!

Visit us online for a selection of Breckenridge and Frisco Lodging- http://www.breckenridgeresortmanagers.com/

River Mountain lodge w305 Breckenridge

Ski season is approaching, so book your ski vacation in our River mountain lodge w305. The river mountain lodge in Breckenridge is centrally located 1 block off main street, but also offers the ease of ski in and shuttle out from the Breckenridge ski area. River mountain lodge w305 is a tastefully updated property with granite and stainless in the kitchen, comfy seating and a flat screen in the living, and a cozy bed in the bedroom. Our River Mountain Lodge w305 is the perfect place for your ski vacation. The river Mountain Lodge in Breckenridge offers many onsite ammenities such as the fireside lounge in the lobby, underground parking, Jalapeno's mexican restaurant, hot tubs, pool, meeting rooms, and a workout room. Click here for more information or to book this beautiful River Mountain Lodge unit.

YOu can also visit us online at www.BreckenridgeResortManagers.com/vacation_rentals.asp for details on all of our properties.

105 park forest townhome Breckenridge Colorado

105 Park forest is one of our newest vacation rental properties. 105 Park forest is located in Breckenridge colorado, just east of the peak 8 base area. this park forest townhome is a 3br, 2.5 bath with the master bedroom upstairs and bedrooms 2 and 3 on the lower of 4 levels. 105 Park forest has a full kitchen, dining area, and two seperate living areas for optimal space for your family vacation. Oustide, 105 park forest has a large deck and private hot tub for summer and winter enjoyment. This park forest townhome in Breckenridge is a great vacation home, click here for more details or to book.

You can also visit us at www.BreckenridgeResortManagers.com/vacation_rentals.asp for info on all of our Breckenridge Vacation Homes.