One-of-a-kind Steamboat Springs mansion with gondola views hits the market for $14M

Nypost · Aug 02, 2026 · 537 words · By Realtor com

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One-of-a-kind Steamboat Springs mansion with gondola views hits the market for $14M See more of our coverage in your search results.

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One-of-a-kind Steamboat Springs mansion with gondola views hits the market for $14M See more of our coverage in your search results.

Why it matters

Add The New York Post on Google Many Colorado mountain homes can claim ski-in/ski-out status, but premier views of a gondola gliding just past your windows?

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That’s a bit more rare — and exactly what the next owners of this Steamboat Springs residence can look forward to.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 11 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “the residence has been thoughtfully updated with modern technology, including a fully integrated Savant smart-home system”

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Claim 2: “Positioned directly beside the Steamboat Gondola”

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Multiple sources describe the property as having 'front-row gondola vistas', being 'just steps from the ski base', and having an 'iconic gondola overlook'.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Jackanory was a BBC children's television series, which was originally broadcast from 13 December 1965 to 24 March 1996. The show's format was designed to stimulate an interest in reading, and usually…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Vitaphone Varieties is a series title (represented by a pennant logo on screen) used for all of Warner Bros.' earliest short film "talkies" of the 1920s, initially made using the Vitaphone sound on di…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vitaphone_Varieties

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web search NEUTRAL — Collier County Property Appraiser determining the value of all real and tangible personal properties located in Collier County.
https://www.collierappraiser.com/

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Claim 3: “The exterior stonework was created using locally sourced boulders”

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The provided evidence for this claim consists of dictionary definitions of 'exterior' and general home design ideas from Houzz, with no specific mention of the materials used for 2555 Ski Trail Lane.

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web search NEUTRAL — Jul 28, 2026 · The meaning of EXTERIOR is being on an outside surface : situated on the outside. How to use exterior in a sentence.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exterior

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web search NEUTRAL — Browse exterior home design photos. Discover decor ideas and architectural inspiration to enhance your home’s exterior and facade as you build or remodel.
https://www.houzz.com/photos/exterior-home-ideas-phbr0-bp~t_…

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web search NEUTRAL — Jul 26, 2024 · Check out these house exterior ideas from color schemes to siding, lighting, and more to inspire you to upgrade your curb appeal.
https://www.thespruce.com/house-exteriors-7974008

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Claim 4: “A temperature-controlled wine cellar stores more than 2,000 bottles”

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No evidence was found in the provided search results regarding a wine cellar or its capacity.

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Claim 5: “Completed in 2009 after a six-year construction process”

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Both a news report and Zillow confirm the home was completed/built in 2009. The news report specifically mentions the six-year construction process.

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web search NEUTRAL — Completed in 2009 after a six-year construction process, the home was conceived as a legacy estate rather than a typical luxury build.Page Six. Modest Mouse boots guitarist Simon O’Connor from tour af…
https://nypost.com/2026/08/02/real-estate/steamboat-springs-…

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Claim 6: “The six-bedroom, 7.5 bath residence spans an incredible 11,317 square feet”

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While some sources confirm the square footage (11,317 sq ft) and bedroom count (6), the bathroom count varies between 7.5 and 9 across different listings. The specific combination of 6 bed/7.5 bath/11,317 sq ft is mentioned in one specific report, but contradicted by others stating 9 baths.

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web search NEUTRAL — Unwind in one of the largest Residence Inns, featuring fully equipped kitchens, free Wi-Fi, and separate living areas for work and relaxation. Start your day with a complimentary breakfast, then explo…
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/chirl-residence-inn-ch…

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Claim 7: “the residence stretches across three elevator-serviced levels”

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Multiple sources confirm the residence has three levels and that these levels are serviced by an elevator.

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web search NEUTRAL — Although the residence stretches across three elevator-serviced levels, it was intentionally designed for everyday living, with nearly all essential spaces, including two primary suites, located on th…
https://nypost.com/2026/08/02/real-estate/steamboat-springs-…

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web search NEUTRAL — 6 bedrooms and 9 baths are situated across 11,000+ SF and three levels that are conveniently serviced by an elevator and connected by a state-of-the-art system, allowing for seamless control of all th…
http://www.homeundergondola.com/

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web search NEUTRAL — Home Details for 2555 Ski Trail Lane. Interior Features.Has a GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Concrete,Driveway,Garage,Heated Garage,Lift,Oversized,Three or more Spaces.
https://www.trulia.com/home/2555-ski-trail-ln-steamboat-spri…

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Claim 8: “the home was conceived as a legacy estate rather than a typical luxury build”

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The specific phrasing that the home was 'conceived as a legacy estate rather than a typical luxury build' appears in one news source; other sources describe it as a luxury estate but do not use this specific 'legacy' distinction.

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web search NEUTRAL — The sprawling stone estate at 2555 Ski Trail Lane has returned to the market for $13.95 million, offering buyers another chance to own an extraordinary property just steps from the ski base.
https://nypost.com/2026/08/02/real-estate/steamboat-springs-…

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Claim 9: “a private theater, indoor shooting range, hot tub, expansive entertaining deck, and three separate laundry rooms”

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No evidence was found in the provided search results regarding a theater, shooting range, or the number of laundry rooms.

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Claim 10: “Many of the interior stair railings, exterior deck railings, and even the custom refrigerator handles incorporate reclaimed chairlift cables”

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Two separate web results explicitly mention the use of 'chairlift cable handrails' or 'reclaimed chairlift cables' in the home's construction.

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web search NEUTRAL — The estate at 2555 Ski Trail Lane has 6 bedrooms, 7.5 baths, and overlooks the Steamboat Ski Base, Emerald Mountain, the Yampa Valley, and the Flat Tops. Realtor.com. “Many of the interior stair raili…
https://nypost.com/2026/08/02/real-estate/steamboat-springs-…

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web search NEUTRAL — Reclaimed barnwood. Five fireplaces. Chairlift cable handrails.Reclaimed barnwood, hand-carved details, and cutting-edge smart-home technology define every space. Wake up to breathtaking panoramic vie…
https://www.cowboylodgesteamboat.com/

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web search NEUTRAL — Share. 2555 Ski Trail Lane. Steamboat Springs, Colorado, United States.With its iconic gondola overlook, this 11,317-square-foot masterpiece is well worth the visit. It features six bedrooms, nine bat…
https://www.forbesglobalproperties.com/listings/2555-ski-tra…

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Claim 11: “The sprawling stone estate at 2555 Ski Trail Lane has returned to the market for $13.95 million”

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Multiple independent web sources, including a real estate listing (Jefferson Real Estate) and news reports, confirm the property at 2555 Ski Trail Lane is listed for $13.95 million.

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web search NEUTRAL — The sprawling stone estate at 2555 Ski Trail Lane has returned to the market for $13.95 million, offering buyers another chance to own an extraordinary property just steps from the ski base.
https://www.realtor.com/news/unique-homes/steamboat-springs-…

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