Privater Downhill-Bikepark, Discgolf & Trails - Whirlpool, Starlink, Neubau

Higher Ground is one of the only vacation rentals in the area with a private downhill mountain bike park and hiking trails on the property - four interconnected trails dropping 300 vertical feet through pine forest, ridden directly from the cabin. Inside, a newly constructed four-bedroom home with two king en-suites, a hot tub on the lower patio, and a curated vinyl library waits for the end of the day.

The Space
Built top-to-bottom with luxury fixtures, custom cabinetry, and premium built-in appliances. The upstairs Great Room features floor-to-ceiling windows, a wood-burning fireplace, and a mounted smart TV - opening into a chef's kitchen with a walk-in pantry, coffee bar, and seating for ten (six at the dining table, four at the island bar). Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi runs throughout the home, so the workation crowd can extend the long weekend. Step out onto the elevated deck for the propane grill, or take the exterior staircase down to the hot tub on the lower-level patio. Two separate living areas mean two groups can do their own thing - one upstairs in front of the fireplace, the other downstairs with a record player, vinyl library, and game table. And out the front, the trailhead.

The Layout
* Primary Suite (Upstairs): King bed, walk-in closet, private deck access, en-suite bath with double vanity, custom tiled walk-in shower, towel warmer
* Secondary Suite (Lower Level): King bed, spacious closet, patio walkout, en-suite bath with double vanity and walk-in shower
* Queen Bedroom #1 (Lower Level): Queen bed, standard closet, patio access
* Queen Bedroom #2 (Lower Level): Queen bed, standard closet, patio access
* 3.5 Bathrooms - two en-suite, one central full bath on the lower level, one half-bath upstairs
* Upstairs Great Room: Wood-burning fireplace, smart TV, floor-to-ceiling windows
* Lower-Level Entertainment Room: Record player with curated vinyl library, game table, smart TV, leather couch, patio walkout
* Chef's Kitchen: Custom cabinetry, premium built-in appliances, walk-in pantry, coffee bar, seating for ten
* Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the home
* In-home washer & dryer
* Elevated upstairs deck with propane BBQ grill; lower-level patio with hot tub
* Private downhill MTB park: 4 interconnected trails (green through black diamond), 300 vertical feet, 12 berms + custom wooden banked berm, 2 tabletops, double jump, 2 elevated plank rides, wooden drop-in, e-bikes welcome
* Hiking trails on the property and surrounding wooded acreage
* Several disc-golf holes along the property's trails
* Higher Ground Hunt: a seven-landmark scavenger hunt on the property

The Bike Park
Higher Ground has a private gravity-fed mountain bike park out the front door. Four interconnected, professionally built trails drop 300 vertical feet through pine forest, with progression from a beginner-friendly green flow trail to a true black diamond with commitment-required features. The system carries 12 large berms (including a custom wooden banked berm), 2 large tabletop jumps, a double jump, 2 elevated plank rides, a wooden drop-in feature, and multiple line choices throughout. E-bikes are welcome - and recommended for maximizing laps without needing a shuttle. The trails are reserved exclusively for registered guests; a signed liability waiver and appropriate safety gear are required. Full-face helmets, knee protection, and gloves are strongly recommended for the advanced and black diamond trails. Beyond the bike park, the 7.53 wooded acres are yours to wander on foot - the same forest, slower pace.

Outside
The home sits on 7.53 heavily wooded acres in the Beaver Ridge neighborhood - private, surrounded by pine forest with no immediate neighbors visible through the trees. The four downhill bike trails climb and descend the mountainside right from the property; hiking trails wind through the same forest at a slower pace. The elevated upstairs deck is your morning-coffee perch; the lower-level patio is your end-of-day hot tub. At 10,558 ft, summer nights stay cool and the stargazing is exceptional. Several disc-golf holes are located along the trails, and the Higher Ground Hunt offers a seven-landmark scavenger hunt with photo stops throughout the property.

Nearby
* Fairplay (groceries, gas, dining, South Park City museum) - ~7 mi
* Alma (Colorado's highest incorporated town) - ~7 mi
* Como Historic Railroad District - ~17 mi E
* Breckenridge Ski Resort - ~25 mi N
* Copper Mountain - ~40 mi
* Vail - ~57 mi
* Buena Vista (hot springs, fishing, rafting) - ~44 mi SW
* Denver - ~92 mi E (via US-285)

A Few Things to Know
* 10,558 ft in the Central Rockies - elevation and weather are worth considering. Natural mountain air keeps the home comfortably cool all summer - no air conditioning needed.
* Four-wheel drive with adequate snow tires or chains required November through May.
* Well water system; may have variability in taste, smell, or mineral content depending on time of year and usage.
* Rural high-alpine mountain environment where wildlife and insects may be encountered.
* Outdoor security cameras - exterior visual only, no audio, nothing inside the home.
* Garage is reserved for the homeowner's equipment and not available to guests for parking.
* The private mountain bike park is reserved exclusively for registered guests. A signed liability waiver is required before riding.
* Riders must wear appropriate safety gear and ride within their ability level. Full-face helmets, knee protection, and gloves are strongly recommended for advanced and black diamond trails.
* E-bikes are welcome on the trail system.
* Vacation rental agreement signed at booking.
* Maximum occupancy: 7 guests. No pets.
* Outdoor trail activities depend on weather and trail conditions. Stay on established trails, supervise children, and view old mining features from the trail without entering or climbing into them.

**** This property includes recreational trails, bike ramps, and similar amenities. Second Home VR makes no representations or warranties with respect to the use, condition, or safety of such trails and amenities. Use of these facilities is entirely at your own risk.
By booking this property, you acknowledge the inherent risks involved and agree to release Second Home VR and the property owner from all liability for any injury or damage that may occur. These amenities are provided as is; with no warranties of any kind.
A signed liability waiver is required before riding.

Questions? Contact us before your visit.