Dear Guest,
On behalf of the Staff and Management of Summit Mountain Properties, we would like to welcome you and to sincerely thank you for choosing us to serve your lodging needs. We value your patronage and it is very important to us that your stay will be a comfortable and enjoyable one. We take great pride in providing our guests with the utmost in professional and personalized service.
This directory is provided to familiarize you with the many services we offer as well as acquaint you with the Summit County area.
You will also have received a message with a link to your property guide book and all the activities / restaurants / discounts near your vacation home. A QR Code located on the welcome letter will also link you to detailed information about the home you are renting. We have a lot of wonderful information in our guidebooks (including videos and instructions) please feel free to use these!
If there is anything we can do to make your visit with us more enjoyable, please feel free to contact us.
We hope you have a great stay and we look forward to your next visit.
Sincerely,
Summit Mountain Properties: (970) 468-8970
Toll Free: (866) 949-8844
E-mail: info@summitmountainproperties.com
Reservations:
rentals@summitmountainproperties.com
Office Address: 330 Dillon Ridge Rd Unit 6 Dillon, CO 80435
Guest Information
Check-Out/ Check-In Times:
Check-out time is: 10:00 A.M. Check-in time is: 4:00 P.M.
Early check-in or late check out is permitted only with prior approval from Summit Mountain Properties
Check-Out:
Your cleaning fee provides for cleaning services after your stay, however it would be appreciated if you would load and start the dishwasher, as well as leaving the home in the same general condition in which you found it. Please lock all doors, close all windows, return keys or cards to where you found them, and turn off the lights. A detailed check out list will be emailed to you the day prior to check out.
Supplies
Each property is provided with a set of bed linens, towels, and starter supplies of bath soap, toilet paper, garbage bags, paper towels, dishwashing liquid and detergent, and laundry soap. Guests are responsible for providing further supplies if needed. All properties have washers and dryers available for doing laundry. The property you are renting is privately owned. All linens and towels must stay in the unit, please do not remove towels from the unit.
Environment:
This property is located in an alpine environment, icy and slippery conditions may exist please use caution at all times.
Garage:
If your unit is equipped with a private garage this door must be kept closed at all times. Failure to keep the garage door closed could result in frozen pipes. The guest will be responsible for any damage caused by leaving the garage door open.
Grill:
If your unit is equipped with a gas grill you are welcome to use the grill. If the propane tank runs empty you may purchase a propane tank at local stores or gas stations. Management is not responsible for refilling the propane tank. Please turn off the gas and clean the grill after each use.
Hot Tub:
Please read and abide by all posted rules when using the hot tub. You are using the hot tub at your own risk. Icy and slippery conditions may exist in the hot tub area, please use caution at all times. Children must be supervised at all times when using hot tub. All users must shower before using the hot tub. Use caution when handling the hot tub cover, your group will be charged for any damage to the cover. Replace cover on hot tub when not in use.
Keys:
When checking out please leave all keys and or garage door openers in the location you found them upon check in. If your property is equipped with a lock box please put keys back into the lock box when departing. There is a $250.00 charge for any missing key or garage door opener. All clubhouse passes or parking passes should be returned to the location you found them. Missing parking pass or clubhouse pass results in a fee. Thank you for returning items to where you found them upon departure.
Please remember the property you are renting is a private home, please treat it with the same respect and care as you would your own home. We hope you enjoy your stay.
No Smoking:
This property is strictly non-smoking. There will be a minimum $250.00 charge for smoking in the unit.
Shoes:
Please remove all shoes, boots, and ski boots before entering.
Ski Equipment:
Please leave all skis, boards, and boots in the garage, ski locker, or designated ski storage area. Do not bring ski gear into the property.
Trash:
Please bag your trash and leave in the cans, dumpster, or indicated trash receptacle. Do Not leave trash outside, it will attract animals. Make sure all trash is put in bags before placing in receptacle.
Wildlife:
Please do not feed or leave trash outside as it will attract animals. We are in their territory so please do not disturb wildlife.
Mail Service
If you need to receive a package or mail during your stay, please contact our office for instructions. Please note USPS does not deliver to physical addresses in our area, so only Fedex or UPS packages can be sent to the property address.
Heating and Cooling
The thermostats control the heat in the unit. Please set them at the desired temperature. It may take several hours for the house to heat to the desired temperature. This property does not have air conditioning, we do not have air conditioning in our area. To cool off, open windows and utilize the ceiling or box fans.
Electronics
Please do not unplug, move or disconnect any cords from theTV, stereo, or electronics equipment. Follow the instructions on using the AV systems if applicable. Your group will be charged for any reprogramming of electronics equipment which has been tampered with. Please refer to the link to the guidebook for details.
Local Information
Skier’s Responsibility Code
Skiing and snowboarding can be enjoyed in many ways. You may see people using alpine skis, snowboards, telemark skis, cross-country skis, and other specialized equipment such as that used by the disabled. Regardless of how you decide to enjoy the slopes, always show courtesy to others and be aware that there are elements of risk in skiing that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce. Observe the code listed below and share with other skiers and riders the responsibility for a fun and safe mountain experience.
Always stay in control, and be able to stop or avoid other people or objects.
People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.
You must not stop where you obstruct a trail, or are not visible from above.
Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, look uphill and yield to others.
Always use devices to help prevent runaway equipment.
Observe all posted signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
Prior to using any lift, you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely.
Know the code. It’s your responsibility.
This is a partial list. Be safety conscious.
Guest Activities
“We come for the winters, and stay for the summers.”
Locals and visitors alike have been learning about the truth behind this statement for years … if you haven’t experienced a summer in Summit County, then now is the time to see what you’ve been missing! When the snow melts away, a “mountain” of activities is uncovered! Consider these:
Spring/Summer Activities
Mountain and Road Biking: Summit County offers more than 50 miles of paved and unlimited miles of unpaved biking paths. Experience a variety of tours from the novice to the expert. Each ride providing scenic views, fresh mountain air and plenty of exercise!
White Water Rafting: “Run the rapids” of the Colorado, Arkansas, or Blue Rivers! Whether you’re ready for the thrill of your life, or just want to float leisurely, white water rafting to suit your taste is right at your fingertips! Half-day, full-day and overnight expeditions are available. Prices are dependent on the length of the trip and type of adventure chosen.
Golf: The ultimate in relaxation and beauty … golf in the Rockies! The altitude will give your drive extra distance, but don’t be deceived … duffers and pros are always challenged by the quality golf courses offered in Summit County.
Horseback Riding: Enjoy scenic trail rides, dinner and breakfast tours, or discover an authentic mining town … on horseback! Summer is the perfect time to enjoy this popular activity. Pack trips, fishing trips, pony and hayrides are also available!
Hot Air Balloon Ride: There is no better view of Breckenridge than high above the clouds. Sail through the air and take in the aerial views of some of the most beautiful mountain ranges Colorado has to offer. Trips depart in the early morning hours.
Tennis: For the really fit, tennis in the Rockies offers a great challenge! Keystone has 12 outdoor courts, located across from Keystone Lodge on Highway 6. Breckenridge has four outdoor courts at Carter Park, located in town on High Street (free to the public). The Breckenridge Rec Center offers indoor and outdoor courts.
Jeep, ATV, and Hummer Tours: Travel into the backcountry … visit ghost towns, deserted gold and silver mines … enjoy spectacular views of the high country! Tours include hourly jaunts into the wilderness or day-long trips. Breakfast and dinner tours are also available. This adventure is a must!
Fishing: The “one that got away” will undoubtedly be caught as the Division of Wildlife annually stocks the Lake Dillon reservoir with approximately 200,000 fish! Summer fishing is abundant at the Green Mountain, Silverthorne Pond and Lake Dillon Reservoirs. The Blue River is a gold medal trout stream for catch and release fly fishing.
Peak 8 Fun Park In Breckenridge: Don’t think that just because the snow is gone that the slopes are dormant! The Alpine Super Slide offers fun for the whole family. Enjoy a scenic ride 11,000 feet up Peak 8 via the Colorado Superchair, with the human maze, putt putt golf, and children’s center.
Summit County also offers an abundance of activities. Sail on Lake Dillon or brave the heights on balloon tours! Breckenridge boasts summer festivals and performances such as the Breckenridge Festival of Film, Backstage Theatre, Kingdom Days, Breck Bike Week, and more. Train rides, day trips to fascinating destinations such as Rocky Mountain National Park, Royal Gorge and Pike’s Peak, not to mention bargain buys at the Silverthorne Factory Outlets. Summit County has something for guests of all ages and interests.
To book your summer adventure today or if you have any questions, please call the Breckenridge Welcome Center at 877-864-0868.
Things To Do
Winter Activities
Skiing / Snowboarding: Enjoy thousands of acres of terrain for some of the best downhill skiing and snowboarding in North America. Enjoy Breckenridge Ski Resort, Keystone Resort, Loveland, Arapahoe Basin, Copper Mountain, Vail and Beaver Creek ski resorts.
Cross Country / Snowshoe Tours: Make your own tracks as you glide through the endless trails of our National Forests, take a guided tour or make your way to a yurt for a truly unique dining experience.
Dinner Sleigh Rides: Take a step back in time on a scenic horse-drawn sleigh through snow-covered terrain. When you reach your destination, you can warm up and be spoiled with the food and beverage of your choice.
Dog Sledding: Feel the rush as a team of Siberian huskies pull you through the snow-covered mountain meadows. You take the helm and “mush” your team to the beautiful backcountry of Summit County.
Snowcat Tours: Climb the mountain at a steady pace with the mountain scenery unfolding before you. These heated, two-track machines will transport you to the best in backcountry skiing and riding in Colorado.
Snowmobiling: Come explore Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Cruise over hills and through the woods of both groomed and ungroomed terrain. Single or double riders permitted. Guided or unguided.
All activities are subject to change due to seasonality and weather conditions.
High Altitude Tips
You are visiting one of the most beautiful areas in the Rocky Mountains and we hope you enjoy every minute of your stay. But some of the very features which make these high valleys so attractive can cause problems unless you know how to prevent them. Following are some suggestions.
Altitude
Here, some 9,000 feet above sea level, the air is thin and there is less oxygen. You may already have noticed that you are breathing deeper or faster and feel a bit short of breath at times.
This is one of the body’s first reactions to the altitude. These are normal responses. You may have a headache, a touch of nausea, or feel tired. About 15 percent of all vacationers have such symptoms, which usually disappear 24-36 hours after arrival.
If these symptoms should grow worse or if you are worried, please get help. Drink lots of fluids, avoid excessive alcohol and caffeine.
Sun and Temperature
The sun is much closer at this altitude and has more power in this thin air and a bad sunburn can spoil your stay. Use sunscreen with a high SPF. It also gets very chilly at night, and an extra set of warm clothes is a good idea when outside.
Hypothermia (low body temperature) can occur in summer or winter, if you are wet or chilled by even a light breeze. It can also occur when you’re tired and haven’t eaten properly. Clumsiness, trouble thinking or talking unclearly, and overwhelming tiredness are warning signs. Keep an eye on your companions. If these warning signs appear, stop, warm up, eat, take a hot drink, and if necessary, seek medical attention.
In winter, most people wear enough warm clothes, but be sure your boots and gloves aren’t wet or too tight. If you lose sensation in fingers, toes, cheeks, ears or nose, stop, look for frostbite (white, cold, numb skin) and take time to warm up.
Snow blindness from snow glare and ultraviolet rays from bright summer sunlight are real hazards, so wear dark glasses, even on a cloudy day.
Humidity
The crisp, dry mountain air is exhilarating, but very dry and you’ll lose more body moisture from the deeper breathing and from perspiring (often you won’t even notice this).
It’s important to maintain your body’s water store, so drink two or three times more water than usual.
The dryness also affects contact lens wearers, who may need to moisturize their eyes more frequently. Contact lenses may need to be removed on a daily basis to let the eyes take in more oxygen.
Alcohol has extra impact at altitude – one drink has the effect of two – so monitor your alcohol intake.
Injuries
Accidents can happen at any time to anyone, but they are more common when you’re cold, tired or hungry. Whether you are hiking, skiing, playing golf or tennis, give your body plenty of food and water and keep your muscles warm so they function efficiently. Don’t keep going when you’re tired; quit while you’re ahead!
Illness
You’re as likely to get a cold, flu, stomach trouble, or something worse, here as anywhere else. Don’t blame everything on the altitude. If in doubt, see a doctor. The health services can handle most problems here, but helicopter or surface ambulances are quickly available. When in doubt, call for help.
If you feel ill, please call a doctor. For minor illnesses, we recommend Dillon Health Center located at 365 Dillon Ridge Rd, Dillon, Co 80435 their phone number is 970-470-7170 or Peaks Medical Urgent Care located at 956 W. Anemone Trail, phone number 970-485-6826.
If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 immediately.