In Johannesburg? We know a good restaurant!
From the new “Where in the World is Moving Mountains staff” series, we have very exciting news to report!
Remko van Niekerk and Claudia Giannoccaro, who worked at Moving Mountains Chalets from 2002 to 2005 as Chalet Manager and Chef, are living and working in Johannesburg, South Africa. They own a restaurant called Salvation Cafe which was featured in May’s issue of Bon Appetit Magazine. They are enjoying a very busy month as host destination for the soccer (football - to the rest of the world!) World Cup finals.
Way to go Claudia and Remko! We are proud of you and your success! We sure know how to pick ‘em here at Moving Mountains!
Remko and Claudia in Steamboat Springs 2004
Rumor has it Claudia and Remko will be back here in Steamboat Springs this winter for a visit. Don’t tell them, but Heather said she is going to hide their passports so they’ll have to stay for a while. Surely Claudia will have to show us some of her latest creations.
We are proud of you guys!
Posted in Moving Mountains Team.
Tagged with our team, steamboat catered chalets.
By admin
– July 1, 2010
Kick back and enjoy the evening!
If it’s a warm, modern, vacation rental home in a quiet Steamboat neighborhood you are seeking, Sunlight Chalet is the place for you! One of our newest lodging additions at Moving Mountains Chalets, Sunlight Chalet is named for its western facing windows that brighten and warm the home during the day. So when you return from skiing, just kick back and relax with an après ski beverage of choice and enjoy the sunset.
Those daring enough to bundle up will be treated to the same panoramic views on the covered wrap-around deck. Sunlight Chalet already boasts a generous 3,500 square feet of living space inside however, the there is plenty more outdoor living space on the property to be enjoyed. Downstairs on the garden level, is the hot tub, just a few short steps from the door. It too is covered so you can enjoy watching the snow fall without it piling on your head.
Game of pool anyone?
Also downstairs is the rec. room. Although on the ground level, this room also gets plenty of sunshine during the daylight hours. Once the sun goes down the room is still a warm and bright place to play a little pool or challenge other group members to Wii. Two flat screen TVs are provided, so guests can play Wii and watch a movie simultaneously.
Sunlight Chalet features four bedrooms, three upstairs including the master bedroom. The fourth bedroom is just off the rec room. A futon couch in the rec room also provides additional bedding sleeping up to 10 people. A modern kitchen with Jenn Air and Viking appliances opens up into the great room so the sunset can be enjoyed as dinner preparations are being made.
Sunlight Chalet is both casual and elegant
Only a mile from the slopes, its location in a quiet residential neighborhood offers both the privacy and quiet you desire on your mountain escape. Moving Mountains ski shuttle service will get you to and from the slopes, and you can call our shuttle driver for a ride downtown.
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Posted in Featured Property.
Tagged with featured properties, Luxury vacation home rentals, steamboat springs lodging.
By admin
– July 1, 2010
Mid-summer night's dreaming about Steamboat's powder
Have you had any powder dreams yet? I know it’s July and you are planning a Bar-B-Q for the Fourth, but is that not the perfect time to talk to your family and friends about this winter’s ski trip to Steamboat?
All the snow has melted and summer is beautiful here in the ‘Boat, however we have been busy here at Moving Mountains Chalets getting ready for winter. In the last two months we have added five new properties to our inventory and we have at least three more on the way. That is why we are already dreaming about powder - we cannot wait for this season to come as it may be one of our best ever!
Edgemont - Pinnacle Ridge is new for 2010-2011
And now a word about snow. Everyone wants to know what kind of a snow year it will be, everyone expects we can look into our crystal ball and see a future of flurries like a snow globe. Well, we are happy to report that according to Steamboat’s snowfall statistics often a year of low snow totals is followed by one with high snow totals - so that means we are due for another epic year. No guarantees of course!
One thing we can accurately predict: if you plan your trip to Steamboat now, you will find the perfect place to meet all the needs of your group.
Check out our latest additions:
Chateau Chamonix Agentiere
Chateau Chamonix Montroc
Edgemont - Pinnacle Ridge
One Steamboat Place - Trickle Creek
Sunlight Chalet
Posted in General, winter.
Tagged with Luxury vacation home rentals, steamboat ski resort, steamboat springs lodging, winter.
By admin
– June 30, 2010
Argentiere living room is open and airy
We like to “move mountains” for our guests. Over the last few years many people have asked for smaller accommodations to fit their needs. Ask and you shall receive! We are pleased to announce the addition of two Chateau Chamonix three-bedroom residences, and they are just steps away from the slopes!
Spacious fully equipped kitchen
Always considered one of the premiere ski-in, ski-out properties, Chateau Chamonix recently built a third building on their property. We feature two premier condominiums with many recent upgrades within this new building: Argentiere and Montroc, named after two of the villages near Chamonix, France.
Both Argentiere and Montroc are on the top floor. Vaulted ceilings create an inviting airy atmosphere to compliment their fine finishes and furnishings found throughout the unit. No need to worry about lugging the ski equipment upstairs, a ski locker room is provided on the ground floor. And because they are on the top floor, both residences have views overlooking the surrounding mountain village.
Master bedrooms have access to the balcony
In addition to the ski locker, other amenities at Chateau Chamonix include a fitness room on the first floor, and an indoor/outdoor pool on the premises. Two outdoor hot tubs are also on the property.
These two properties are sure to be in great demand this winter. In addition to being ski-in, ski-out they are an excellent value. No time like the present for planning your Steamboat Springs ski vacation!
Posted in Featured Property, General.
Tagged with Luxury vacation home rentals, steamboat ski resort, steamboat springs lodging.
By admin
– June 30, 2010
Summer on the Yampa, ski area in the background
Summer in a ski town is an experience that is hard to beat. If you only venture to the mountains in the winter to get your ski fix, you really should see how the other half lives, and plays. The only negative to summers in Steamboat Springs is trying to find the time to pack it all in, and that’s why we can only blog about it in pieces. Today’s piece is dedicated to one of my favorite amenities/geographic features: The Yampa River.
As I rode my bike along River Road, I snapped these photos with my phone to capture moments along the river. All summer long this area is bustling with activity. All along the Yampa River Core Trail there are parks, benches, picnic tables and even a few beaches leading to swimming holes.
Cool off in the Yampa!
I continued my ride on River Road , which then turns into Howelsen Parkway by the ice rink. By the way, if you are looking for a way to cool off, you could go ice skating at the Howelsen Ice Arena - no risk of sunburn in there! Or, the other great way to cool off is to get in the river. Tale a kayak lesson with the Mountain Sports Kayak School. Or float down the river in a tube.
Dine by the Yampa at Sweet Pea
Once downtown, Yampa Street offers a number of outfitters who can rent you tubes for a float. Or if you prefer not getting wet, you can find a number of restaurants along the river. You can also rent a bike and enjoy riding along the Core Trail which stretches 7 miles along the river and connects to other bike paths around town.
This is just a quick look at life along the Yampa River on any given summer day. Pictures do not do it justice, you should come and experience it for yourself!
By Riley the Steamboat blogging girl
Posted in Activity, General, Summer.
Tagged with steamboat activities, steamboat springs, Summer, summer in steamboat.
By admin
– June 28, 2010
