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8Architecturally stunning mountain modern home in prestigious Windcliff Estates. Created by a collaboration between one of Colorado's premier architects and the Chiappe family, "Ascent" is a modern masterpiece. This luxurious mountain retreat is a destination like none other.
Begin your adventure as you survey the snow capped peaks from multiple expansive decks and patios encircling Ascent on the sunny westward-facing slopes of Ram's Horn Mountain in Windcliff Estates. See the views from above Ascent deck by looking at our live webcam page!
It is truly a world apart here at Ascent.
The Ascent Experience
The architecture of the Ascent vacation rental home respects and embodies the mountains before which it so reverently stands. Ascending roof lines greet the heavens capping walls of view-facing glass. Every eye is drawn to that magic line on the horizon where the Western Continental Divide caresses the deep azure blue of the Colorado sky. The Divide is the backbone of Rocky Mountain National Park, which adjoins Windcliff as does the Roosevelt National Forest.The exterior of Ascent is washed with muted earth tones. Rusted Corten steel takes on an intentional patina, complementing the rich wall of mahogany wood that graces the secluded outdoor patio. "Deck" only begins to describe Ascent's massive wrap-around main-level deck, which spans the entire western facade. Its size is hard to grasp until you arrive and see it for yourself. Spread before you in a 180-degree panorama is the grandeur of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Count the peaks and learn their names, for now they are friends for life. Open the umbrellas to take refuge from the afternoon sun on the lounging deck and enjoy watching the game on the outdoor television.
Moving to the interior, you'll be greeted by a welcoming, open great room featuring a 55-inch HDTV. If cooler breezes blow, a remote-controlled gas fireplace sports yellow flames dancing on crushed glass — further enhanced by LED lighting. Modern charging islands for phones and laptops abound. Ceilings far out of reach are supported by the wall of windows on the western facade, displaying an unequalled view of the mountains in all their grandeur.
Stepping out onto the lounge deck off the living room you'll be overwhelmed by the height and nearness of the mountains that wrap themselves around you. A commercial umbrella system allows you to duck from the afternoon sun as you curl up on the outdoor sectional with a book or make use of the outdoor television to watch the game.
The Kitchen at Ascent
The chef's kitchen in this one-of-a-kind home is fresh, updated and bright accented in concrete quartz and stainless steel. Both it — and the breakfast/refreshment bar cozying up alongside — boast an unobstructed view of mountain peaks, which beckon in the distance. The live-edge dining table has front-row seats for the natural spectacle at hand... in every direction.A gas barbecue waits on the dining deck veranda, prepped and primed when meals call for a little natural flame. Surely, a toast is in order!
Inside, the live-edge dining room table offers seating for the whole crew or spread out to the dine-in countertop stools or built-in quartz table-height breakfast table. In all, there's plenty of room to entertain your family and friends.
Lodging and Rest at the Ascent Vacation Rental Home
Just off the dining area is an ensuite bedroom with king bed, double vanity and tiled step-in shower.A staircase of expertly crafted Parallam engineered wood ascends to the upper level of Ascent. You'll want a firm grip on the handrail as the uphill views of Rams Horn Mountain that greet your arrival at the top can be dizzyingly beautiful! Step into the private master suite tucked away upstairs. This fine suite could, and does, make rooms in any five-star hotel blush. Niches harbor objet d’art. The view from the California King bed is, suitably, "fit for a king." The air massage tub has its own picture window... and what a picture it presents! A tiled shower also stands at the ready. The closets and dressing room offer every amenity you could desire. You have everything you need to awake and arise to the new days at hand — perhaps including some freshly brewed coffee made in the suite’s own compact kitchen. Step out onto the private corner-wrapped cantilevered balcony. You can hear the wind over the wing of a soaring eagle, taste the sky, or touch a rainbow from this place. Take repose in the two Adirondack chairs hand crafted by the owners. A new day is indeed at hand, and God is very close by and smiling.
Descend the steps from the main floor to the lowest level where you'll find two bedrooms flanking a shared hall bath. Each bedroom has its own vanity and sink to provide maximum convenience and privacy for guests. One room offers two twin beds and the other a king-sized bed.
Working out at Ascent
Also on the lowest level is a world-class private gym complete with free weights, cable machine, dumbbells, kettlebells and everything you'll need to keep your routine while you stay. Take the workout outside onto the flagstone patio complete with pull-up bar. There is also outdoor seating for the whole crew and a massive propane fire pit so you can also enjoy the space to unwind when the evening temperatures hint at a chill. When the temps drop too far, just move everyone back inside to enjoy the voluptuously comfortable sofa sectional and HDTV where the family can enjoy streaming the evening movie or show.Up to eight can join in the reverie here at Ascent, between this secluded master suite and its accompaniment of 3 additional bedrooms. Because of the accessibility of the home gym, Ascent is best recommended for families with children that are old enough to properly use or otherwise safely avoid the pinch points and heavy weights of the home gym.
The Ascent of a Lifetime
Although Estes Park (Rocky Mountain National Park’s gateway community) is only 4 minutes away by car, Ascent is set apart -- separated from the “hustle and bustle” of people and their traffic -- yet just a few minutes from restaurants, bars and the grocery store! The enclave of Windcliff Estates that embraces the “Ascent” residence is a private residential community, comprising 260 acres on the sunny western slopes of Rams Horn Mountain. Windcliff is served by a single entrance to private roads with no through streets or heavy traffic.Amenities of the Ascent Vacation Home at Windcliff
- Single Family Home
- Maximum Occupancy: 8 (due to accessibility of gym equipment, Ascent is best for families with suitably aged children)
- 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath
- Bedding: 1 California King, 1 King, 1 King, 2 Twins
- Maximum Number of Cars: 3
- Phone Service
- Gas Grill
- 1Gb Broadband
- DirecTV w/Smart TVs for access to your streaming accounts
- Per-Occupant Pricing
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