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The Inn at Beaver Creek Reopens as The Osprey on December 20th

Where: 10 Elk Track Ln [map], Beaver Creek, CO, United States, 81620

The Inn at Beaver Creek (Beaver Creek, CO — just next to Vail) has been closed for renovations and will reopen on December 20th as The Osprey at Beaver Creek, a chic 45-room boutique property whose claim to fame is (still) its location: it's the closest ski-in/ski-out hotel to any chairlift in North America.

While most hotels in the area have the whole ski lodge vibe goin' on (chandeliers made of antlers and whatnot), the Osprey is on the trendier side with an "urban/mountain design that encompasses edgy glamour" — and, to be edgy, they're offering some kickass tech amenities:

Providing a see-and-be-seen setting, an atmosphere of "play" and excitement will be noticeable throughout The Osprey where guests can cozy up in front of a fireplace in the giant social room and watch a James Dean classic on a flat-screen TV, drum up a board game challenge with new friends or face off in a Wii system competition while enjoying a fine wine. Guests can also plug in and share the day's adventure on the slopes as filmed from their personal helmet cams, a rental amenity provided by the hotel's personal concierges.

Rooms at the Osprey start at $245 per night this ski season (reservations can be made here). And, um, let's all agree to check those helmet cams in the lobby and not wear 'em up to our rooms, shall we? We don't need to see any of that footage rolling on those public flat screens, thanks.

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Third Night Free at Beaver Creek Resort

Where: 136 E Thomas Pl [map], Beaver Creek, CO, United States, 81620

Calling all snow bunnies: Check out the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa’s package called “Three for Free,” a buy-two-nights-get-one-night-free deal complete with full daily breakfast and a room upgrade. Located in the heart of Colorado ski country, the resort's room rates start at $249 per night. Per our advanced mathematical skills, that averages out to about $167 a night over three nights. Not bad!

In fact, the package sorta has us wishing we didn’t have two left feet when it comes to the slopes. But not too much--after all, klutzes can still enjoy hydrotherapy in the Allegria spa plus hiking and biking in the pretty Colorado mountains. Oh, and toasty s’mores and hot cocoa by a bonfire sounds alright too.

Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa’s “Three for Free” offer runs through Dec. 19.

[Image: Park Hyatt Beaver Creek]

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A Stay at These Ski Resorts Comes With A Free Sony PSP Player

Where: Beaver Creek, CO, United States

Visitors to Vail Beaver Creek Resort Properties in Beaver Creek, Colo. this ski season may not have to hit the slopes at all. That's because the resort properties are offering guests a free Sony PlayStation Portable system when they book a stay at one of the resorts. This sort of takes care of a Christmas present for a gamer in your family doesn't it?

The deal lasts until April 13 and room rates vary based according to properties. At The Pines Lodge, the PSP package starts at $175 per night with a seven-night minimum stay. Other hotels include the Inn at Beaver Creek and Trapper's Cabin as well as luxury condominiums -- Bachelor Gulch Village, SaddleRidge at Beaver Creek, St. James Place, and Market Square at Beaver Creek.

[Photo: Gizmodo]

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The Pines Lodge Brings Its Guests Into The Kitchen

Where: Beaver Creek, CO, United States

To fill its rooms in the pre-ski-season months, The Pines Lodge in Beaver Creek, Colorado, is offering weekend culinary retreats. The "Live to Eat!" weekends include nutrition and cooking instruction as well as yoga classes.  

Folks from the nearby Eat! Drink! cheese shop/gourmet market/wine bar in Edwards, Colorado will come teach the classes. The September packages also include Sunday brunch for two people at local restaurant, Dish, and a welcome basket filled with what we consider the trifecta of pleasures -- wine, cheese, and chocolate. Um, yes please.

Rates start at $285 per person based on double occupancy. The Pines Lodge has 60 guest rooms and a few condos and townhouses. Amenities include a heated outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, gym, spa, restaurant, and, drum roll...free WiFi.

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Let The Ski Cabin Search Begin

Where: 51 Offerson Road [map], Beaver Creek, CO, United States, 81620

Yup, Thanksgiving week means snow season is officially here, so let's look for some positives, shall we?

Beaver Creek opens tomorrow with a 34" summit base, so it is time to start thinking ski lodge.

Elkhorn Lodge offers ski-in/ski-out opportunities, fully loaded kitchens, Internet access, and an open air hot tub. However, to us, nothing says mountain lodge like a giant buckhead above a roaring fire, and Elkhorn's got that one covered as well.

Here is what a guest said about this place from the front lines last winter:

To begin the front desk staff are the friendliest around. Beautiful lodge. We had our skis and boots brought to us and fitted right down stairs and just steps from the lift. Because of the development of the Bachelor Gulch area the whole mountain on the Strawberry Lift side is now developed as a mix of different blue skiing. You could easily hit this on a Frday with a direct flight to Eagle and have your boots skis fitted that night-no matter how late and then be ready to hit first tracks early the next morning. A good three day weekend place.

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