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Exploring Aspen: Local Legend Christy Mahon
Christy Mahon’s prowess as one of the top female ski mountaineers has been well documented. In 2010, she received widespread acclaim after becoming the first woman to ski all 54 of Colorado’s Fourteeners (peaks over 14,000 feet). Few people know that after she tackled that, she skied the highest 100 peaks in Colorado, and now she’s working on the Bicentennial—climbing the highest 200 peaks with her husband, Ted. The further you go outside, the further you go inside. —Christy Mahon... -
My Neighborhood: Bridgehampton Village Flair
For Elena Frampton, living in Bridgehampton was a happy accident. The interior designer’s company, Frampton Co, is headquartered in Manhattan, but she was a regular Hamptons visitor for business and pleasure. When a broker contacted her several years ago about “an incredible house in Bridgehampton—a perfect cottage,” the offer was too tempting to resist. Soon, the broker called again. This time he had a commercial space around the corner from her new home. Frampton jumped at the chance t... -
Laurie Cooper: On Everything from Real Estate to Real Housewives
Laurie Cooper What do Real Estate and The Real Housewives of New York have in common? Laurie Cooper. Elliman Insider sat down with Laurie to ask her why she chose Douglas Elliman, what she loves about New York, and why listening to clients is the most important factor in being a successful agent. Elliman Insider: What made you choose Douglas Elliman? LAURIE COOPER: Douglas Elliman is very well-known and has a very successful track record. I’ve interviewed with quite a few brokerage firms o... -
The Art of Transporting Your Horse
For leading equestrians, getting their horses to and from their competitions safely is a top priority. But what does it take to ensure that your horse is safe and comfortable during their travels? We interviewed Jim Welsh from Elite Horse Transport, LLC, an expert in transporting horses via ground, and Tim Dutta from The Dutta Corp, who specializes in transporting horses in flight. Here’s what they had to say: In for a Plush Ride According to Welsh, who has been transporting horses for ov... -
The Little Red Ski Haus, an Aspen Gem
As the oldest Victorian lodge in Aspen, built in 1888, the Little Red Ski Haus—as designated by the sign on the front gate—has been through many iterations in its 132-year history. But one thing remains, the fire-engine red Victorian facade is a beacon in downtown Aspen. Today, the property is offered as a vacation rental. A full renovation a few years ago updated every room in the house with modern fixtures, elegant finishes and ample entertaining space for large groups. The home can eas... -
In the Know: Sugar Season
Maple trees sense spring before the rest of us. In February, snow may lie deep on the ground and the nighttime temperatures may plunge below freezing, but as soon as the thermometer starts to rise above 32 degrees during the day, sugar maples awaken. They draw moisture from the softening ground and convert starch stored last season into sugar to feed new growth. Sap is collected in buckets before being boiled down into syrup. Growing up in New England, hearing the drip-drip as icicles ... -
On the Calendar: Douglas Elliman’s Exciting 2020 Events
From premiere equestrian festivals to celebrated art shows, Douglas Elliman is gearing up for a great 2020. Here are some of our top regional events to look forward to throughout the year. Winter Equestrian Festival Wellington, Florida, January 8–March 29, 2020 Elliman is proud to sponsor the world’s premier winter equestrian event. This prestigious 12-week festival at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center includes 70 events involving 6,000 horses and thousands of riders fr... -
SHOW & TELL: Gerald Germany and Susan Sears
On the surface, Gerald Germany and Susan Sears are as different as could be; one a former college football lineman with a background in marketing, the other a soft-spoken sales professional with an eye for detail. But together this real estate team complements one another perfectly, skillfully and intuitively picking up where the other leaves off. In this episode of Show & Tell, find out how Gerald and Susan got into the business, how they’ve succeeded and their advice to newcomers all whi... -
How Aspen Gay Ski Week Got its Start
Jon Busch The history of Aspen Gay Ski Week does not begin in a corporate boardroom. Nor was it conceived over champagne at aprés ski. The largest and longest running gay ski week in the country was actually born on the dusty dance floor of an Aspen bar in the mid-70s when a local man took a simple stand: he refused to stop dancing with other men. Little did Jon Busch know that a few innocent steps shared between him and a friend would lead to the creation of Aspen Gay Ski Week and, for Busch, ...