There's not much more to be said than has been said already.
The location is excellent. The review below this one complains about the fact that it is not Ski-in ski-out. Well, no it's not but it's not advertised anywhere as such and a quick look on Google maps and Streetview would confirm that. However It was literally 4 minutes walk for us in ski-boots from the front door of the property (which you do have to walk down 7 steps to get to the pavement) to get to to the Quicksilver chairlift using the route taken by the review below. There is a ski hire shop in the building on the ground floor level but we used Blue River which was just a few yards further away under the Steirmark condos (small discount from GW Lodging, 5th day free and low tax plus great service!) The top of Main Street is about 3 minutes walk away and the grocery & Liquor store on Ridge street (rather expensive so use City Market if you have transport) is 5 minutes walk away. Loads of restaurants within 1-10 minutes walk.
You get a key to a ski locker in the basement but it was rather cold so only left our skis there not our boots. The condo was clean and well equipped but would struggle to accomodate 6 adults comfortably but was fine for the four of us (Husband, myself and two older teens) There were only 4 mugs though, the lounge seating was barely adequate for 4 (1 sofa plus 1 chair) and the sofa was showing its age and threadbare in places. The master bedroom had a comfy bed with large ensuite (jacuzzi tub and separate shower) off. This was upstairs, as was the small deck and hut tub which was hot and clean!
The 2nd bedroom was downstairs off the living area. This had 2 twin beds, ideal for our teenagers but the room was very small so could see why most owners of other units had a double in there instead of twins. The 2nd bathroom was not en-suite but next to the bedroom and had a bathtub with shower over. There were hairdryers in both bathrooms and humidifiers provided.
There were tvs in both bedrooms and above the fireplace in the living room but this one was quite old fashioned, would have expected to see a flat-screeen in this day and age.
The kitchen was very well equipped and the only thing I noted that wasn't supplied (apart from enough mugs!) was scissors and the fridge water chiller didn't seeem to work but it was no big deal.
Try as we might we coudn't seem to get the heating at the right temperature! We reported it but it seems to be a common problem and was usually far too hot for our liking!
The condo faced west towards the mountains and away from Main street so if you want to avoid potential noise opt for a west facing condo x01, x02, x03, x04 for example but if you need help or advice, contact GWL directly, they were very helpful and prompt at returning emails.
Finally a word about check-in/out. You have to go their office at the far end of Main street for this. If you arrive after office is closed there is a pick-up box outside but you have to return the next morning to check-in properly and pick up extra keys and it's about 15 minutes walk from Park Ave lofts if you don't have a car (or longer if you're not used to the altitude!) Check out is 10am and again you have to take the keys back to the office (but go to the the Donut place opposite for a very nice breakfast!) If you want a late checkout it'll cost you half a days rental. There is a garage underneath the lofts for parking and you get a parking permit but it's rather a narrow and steep entrance that turns sharply right after the entry barrier towards the door so do take care especially if you have a large vehicle.
In summary, a great trip and would stay there again, no hesitation!
PS I've put some Breckenridge restaurant reviews up as well if you click on my profile.
PPS If you're coming from the UK and arranging the trip independently we found Ski American Classics the best for cut price lift tickets.
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