One Minute Walk to Gondola & Born Free Lift - Diamond Rated, Heart of Lionshead
Apartment in Lionshead Village Vail, CO
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this apartment rental
Welcome to Lion Square Lodge 286! This diamond rated residence (score of 96 out of 100) by the Vail Lodging Quality Assurance Program is in the center of all that Vail mountain has to offer, and is one of the largest one bedroom/two full bath luxury homes in Vail that sleeps six. A premier lodging destination in Vail, Lion Square Lodge has every creature comfort you will need to call Vail a home-away-from-home during your mountain vacation.
Step out the door of this residence and in one minute you are at the base of the Eagle Bahn gondola, Born Free Express chairlift, ticket-office and ski-school. You're steps to everything in Vail Square: spas, shopping, ice skating, bike rentals, ski & snowboard shops, fine dining, casual restaurants, coffee & tea bistros, pubs, two grocery convenience markets, liquor stores, several in-town (free-fare) bus stops, and easy access to Vail's extensive trail system in the summer months.
Lion Square Lodge has a year-round heated outdoor pool, three outdoor hot tubs, sauna with changing room, on-site state-of-the-art fitness center, onsite concierge, bell station, two Charter Sports on-site ski/board shops for rentals and tune-ups, free slope-side ski/board valet service, on-site restaurant & bar, business center, and complementary in-building underground parking.
Elegantly appointed residence with the finest mountain chiqué décor to make you feel right at home. King Primary Suite with nightstand charging stations, queen Murphy bed, over-sized leather sofa/queen sleeper, love seat, chair and ottoman, stainless appliances, top-of-the-line cherry cabinetry, doors and millwork, large built-in desk with Wi-Fi and CAT 6 Ethernet to stay securely connected to the office, family & friends, granite counter-tops & back-splashes throughout, and tile with mosaic inserts in the entry, kitchen, and baths. The entry has a built-in cherry bench, a custom coat rack with 21 reclaimed 1800's railroad spike hooks, and a cast-iron elk hook named Hank to air-out all your gear.
Fully equipped chef's kitchen with cookbooks, cookware, crockpot, Presto multi-cooker, Kuerig and Cuisinart drip coffee makers, Cuisinart 4-slot toaster, microwave, blender, cooking utensils, dishwasher, and refrigerator with ice maker and filtered water...and even muffin tins and a Bundt pan if you feel so inclined to make breakfast pastries! The balcony also has a built-in natural gas grill for you to use in preparing that perfect barbecue.
The dining area has a large wood and slate table with comfortable seating for six.
Each bed has luxurious cotton linens with down comforters, extra pillows, and blankets to suit your needs. We also provide you with terrycloth robes for your trips to the pool, hot tubs or sauna.
Baths have eco-friendly Soapbox shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, and lotions. Each time a Soapbox product is purchased, Soapbox donates a bar of soap to someone in need. Each Soapbox product has a unique Hope Code. This code can be entered to find out the specific project our purchase benefited around the world.
Technology: 50in 4K Smart TV in the living room with complementary HD satellite and Netflix streaming, 40in 4K Smart TV in the primary suite, and a Bose Sound Dock Series III with Bluetooth and Apple Lightning connections. We also include complementary Wi-Fi and CAT 6 Ethernet to stay connected to the office, family, and friends during your visit.
Card games, dice, and board games are provided for family fun.
You will love the panoramic mountain views of Vail's ski slopes and the majestic Gore Creek through the south-facing condo windows, and from the balcony with a gas grill, a table and seating for four.
Thanks for visiting. We look forward to hosting you soon!
Step out the door of this residence and in one minute you are at the base of the Eagle Bahn gondola, Born Free Express chairlift, ticket-office and ski-school. You're steps to everything in Vail Square: spas, shopping, ice skating, bike rentals, ski & snowboard shops, fine dining, casual restaurants, coffee & tea bistros, pubs, two grocery convenience markets, liquor stores, several in-town (free-fare) bus stops, and easy access to Vail's extensive trail system in the summer months.
Lion Square Lodge has a year-round heated outdoor pool, three outdoor hot tubs, sauna with changing room, on-site state-of-the-art fitness center, onsite concierge, bell station, two Charter Sports on-site ski/board shops for rentals and tune-ups, free slope-side ski/board valet service, on-site restaurant & bar, business center, and complementary in-building underground parking.
Elegantly appointed residence with the finest mountain chiqué décor to make you feel right at home. King Primary Suite with nightstand charging stations, queen Murphy bed, over-sized leather sofa/queen sleeper, love seat, chair and ottoman, stainless appliances, top-of-the-line cherry cabinetry, doors and millwork, large built-in desk with Wi-Fi and CAT 6 Ethernet to stay securely connected to the office, family & friends, granite counter-tops & back-splashes throughout, and tile with mosaic inserts in the entry, kitchen, and baths. The entry has a built-in cherry bench, a custom coat rack with 21 reclaimed 1800's railroad spike hooks, and a cast-iron elk hook named Hank to air-out all your gear.
Fully equipped chef's kitchen with cookbooks, cookware, crockpot, Presto multi-cooker, Kuerig and Cuisinart drip coffee makers, Cuisinart 4-slot toaster, microwave, blender, cooking utensils, dishwasher, and refrigerator with ice maker and filtered water...and even muffin tins and a Bundt pan if you feel so inclined to make breakfast pastries! The balcony also has a built-in natural gas grill for you to use in preparing that perfect barbecue.
The dining area has a large wood and slate table with comfortable seating for six.
Each bed has luxurious cotton linens with down comforters, extra pillows, and blankets to suit your needs. We also provide you with terrycloth robes for your trips to the pool, hot tubs or sauna.
Baths have eco-friendly Soapbox shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, and lotions. Each time a Soapbox product is purchased, Soapbox donates a bar of soap to someone in need. Each Soapbox product has a unique Hope Code. This code can be entered to find out the specific project our purchase benefited around the world.
Technology: 50in 4K Smart TV in the living room with complementary HD satellite and Netflix streaming, 40in 4K Smart TV in the primary suite, and a Bose Sound Dock Series III with Bluetooth and Apple Lightning connections. We also include complementary Wi-Fi and CAT 6 Ethernet to stay connected to the office, family, and friends during your visit.
Card games, dice, and board games are provided for family fun.
You will love the panoramic mountain views of Vail's ski slopes and the majestic Gore Creek through the south-facing condo windows, and from the balcony with a gas grill, a table and seating for four.
Thanks for visiting. We look forward to hosting you soon!
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Ski in / Ski out
Family friendly
Map of Lionshead Village Vail, CO
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our vacation in this perfect Vail condo! We especially liked the location, wonderful Mountain View while being steps away from all the restaurants, shops, trails of the entire Vail Village! Our days started with coffee on the balcony and ended watching the moon rise over the mountain! (Stayed in August).
Communication with the owners was stellar, so helpful in every regard. They have thought of everything to have available in the condo.
Location, owners, amenities = 10++ STARS!!
10.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed staying at Rick and Sharron's condo. It was very nicely furnished and super comfortable. It was very spacious for just the two of us.
The location was great--easy to get around all of Vail by bus for free and location to the Eagle Bahn Gondola can't be beat!
In addition to being close to several good restaurants, there is a really great market nearby and even though we didn't cook much this time, we plan to with our next stay. The kitchen has everything needed and the market has tons of food geared toward vacation cooking.
Finally, the view of the mountain and gondola was amazing! We spent plenty of time sitting out and enjoying the nice Colorado weather and even when there was a rain shower, we could still be dry on the covered deck.
Enjoy!
10.0 / 10.0
Very clean with great amenities. Location has easy access to the Village with shops,restaurants and lifts.
10.0 / 10.0
After having stayed in the apartment for many times during winter ski season we tried it out this summer and had an equally amazing time. Apartment was in perfect shape as always just as in the pictures. Look forward to many more stays with our family of four in the apartment.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location for everything in Vail. The property was exactly as advertised. We would definitely recommend it to our friends and look forward to staying there again!
10.0 / 10.0
This was a perfect condo for my wife, 15 mo old, and I’s first family vacation. Location is the heart of Lionshead. Condo was as advertised, clean, and extremely comfortable. Access to Vail Village is a breeze with the in town bus. The host communication was great. 10/10. Hope to return again!
10.0 / 10.0
What a wonderful summer time stay we had! The property itself was very well maintained, clean, and had several extras (tons of towels, card/board games, etc). The property managers/home owners were extremely communicative and helpful - best I have ever experienced at a VRBO or the like. And the location of this unit was fantastic. Right in the middle of the village - walkable to everything. Garage parking was so close I could see my car from the front door of the unit. Fantastic experience and will definitely be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Rick and Sharon’s condo worked out perfectly for us. It’s in a great location and is clean and comfortable. It has a great view of the mountain and is a short walk to the gondola, shops and restaurants. You can hop on a free bus to bring you into Vail village or walk along a beautiful path near Gore Creek. We would definitely like to stay there again!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful view, well appointed. Great pool on Gore Creek for kids.
10.0 / 10.0
We are always amazed at the location of this condo. Everything is walking distance from town, the river and restaurants. The view is breathtaking. The pool area is also very beautiful with an amazing view. It’s always nice to sit and read a good book by the side of the pool.
The people at the front desk are always super nice, willing to help in anyway. There’s always fresh water and cookies at every entrance. Lastly, we always appreciate the good communication with the owner and his willingness to accommodate us. That’s why we come back every year!
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely wonderful property!! Very clean, well furnished, modern and well equipped kitchen. Beautiful views and perfect location.
10.0 / 10.0
We loved staying here! So convenient to ski slopes and dining. We could walk to anything within a few minutes. Rick and Sharon were great hosts. The place had everything we needed and was very clean.
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent location, beautiful condo. No issues or complaints. High level of communication and professionalism.
10.0 / 10.0
A wonderful experience! The unit is so welcoming, spacious and well equipped with everything we needed, and more! We had our 2 children with us and they loved sleeping on the Murphy bed! The location is great in that it’s a short walk to the gondola, the village, and everything closeby. Little general market is right nearby too! Skis were safely & easily stored right at base for us, ready every day! The unit also has a beautiful view of the slopes - we enjoyed sitting on the patio and taking in a sunny day and view. Beds were very comfortable too. Highly recommend!!! We will be back!
10.0 / 10.0
We really enjoyed staying at the property. This is one of the largest one bedroom condos I have stayed in at any ski resort. The living area is huge and comfortably fits the Murphy bed as well as the sofa bed. Location is fantastic in Lionshead with ski valet at the base of the run. Additional benefit of the condo is that is in the North building, which has underground parking, so you don't have to clear the snow off your car when it is time to go home. Rick is extremely attentive and is in constant contact as you approach your stay and during your time in the condo.
10.0 / 10.0
Third ski trip staying at the property as a family of four. Very spacious one bedroom apartment, that fits the four of us very comfortably, one kid on pull out sofa bed, the other on the Murphy bed, the parents in the king bed in the bedroom. As always everything in the apartment was clean and in working condition, everything as advertised. Location couldn’t be better for a ski trip and skit valet is a plus!
10.0 / 10.0
Great weekend in Vail- location super, unit well appointed and organized- all around enjoyable time on the mountain
10.0 / 10.0
A very nice place, very close to the mountain and had a ski valet .
10.0 / 10.0
We loved our stay in this well appointed condo. The owners answered any questions very promptly. The kitchen was very well equipped. Overall, great stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Our family agrees this is the best condo we have stayed in during ski vacations! The spirit of the season through Vail was incredible! Rick was incredible to communicate with throughout the booking and while on-site. We stayed for 10 nights and it felt like a second home to us! Very well stocked bathrooms and kitchen. I did a lot of cooking and the kitchen had everything I needed for baking and cooking dishes and utensils. The king size bed and Murphy bed were both super comfy! What made it just perfect was having inclusive valet for your skis and less than a 2-minute walk to get onto the Eagle Bahn Gondola! We loved it so much that we wanted to book our upcoming January trip and next Christmas; however, I think the secret is out as this condo was already booked! We will be back when the calendars line up again! Thank you Rick!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and amenities, unit was in fantastic shape. Very pleased and would return!
10.0 / 10.0
This place has always been amazing either in the summer or the winter. The apartment is beautiful and well equipped, not to mention the owners, they are great! They make you feel right at home. We love to come back every year.
Of course, in the winter, is so convenient and its steps from the gondola, makes your skiing experience the highest level. In our recent stay, we were a little bit nervous because being early in the ski season, there was not enough snow to open the trails in front of the apartment, but the staff at the lodge was so incredible that literally they would take you right in front of the other gondola, that way you could ski. At the moment you were finished, they would be there ready to pick you up and take you back to the lodge in minutes. Always with a great attitude.
10.0 / 10.0
Everything from beginning to end was absolutely perfect. The place is so warm and inviting, and perfectly situated within everything Vail has to offer.
So many thoughtful touches - Rick and Sharon are excellent hosts. Highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
The unit was everything as advertised in a fantastic location to explore Vail and the surrounding areas. Kids really enjoyed the outdoor heated pool that was still very comfortable to use during our weekend there in mid-October. Would definitely stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
The owners were incredibly nice and took care of all our needs for our comfy stay.
This property was the perfect size for my cousin and I to spend 6 days in Vail. Loved the kitchen and extra eating area at the bar. The bathrooms were spacious enough and had everything we needed. Loved the living area ❤️ It’s almost as if the furniture was designed perfectly for the space. Lots of room and super cozy. Adorable deck with outdoor seating that looks out the balcony and towards the hills of Aspen’s changing colors! Appropriate space for the grill that was supplied if wanting to BBQ. We were so grateful for the parking structure and elevator. Also the gym area/hot tub were conveniently located within short walking distance from our room. We did not get the chance to check out the laundry facility but it was nice knowing we had those amenities available for use as well. This was a great find on Vrbo and glad that we got to experience it!
10.0 / 10.0
This is easily one of the best properties at which we have ever stayed. Clean, cozy, convenient, and comfortable. The owners are very easy to communicate with and beyond helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and have already booked for next Fall! We highly recommend this beautiful place.
10.0 / 10.0
If you are coming to Lionshead, this is the place to stay! Great location and the owners thought of everything to make the stay comfortable. Highly recommend staying here!
10.0 / 10.0
We love staying here! The views are beautiful, the location can’t be beat and the accommodations are perfect. Everything is close and the complimentary shuttle came in handy a couple of times this year when the energy level just wasn’t there. Plus, we really enjoy working with Rick! Can’t wait for our next Vail vacation.
10.0 / 10.0
This condo couldn’t have been better for our end of summer family stay in Vail. My wife and I stayed on the Murphy bed (one of the most comfortable beds I’ve slept in at a rental), my in-laws were in the main bedroom, and our 9 month old slept in a crib we rented next to our bed. Plenty of room for the 5 of us. Having the two bathrooms was a HUGE plus - both of which are very nice - roomy with incredible water pressure. The views on the balcony are fantastic, and the location of the unit really is unbeatable for Lion’s Head. The decor and furniture is updated and very clean. I would recommend 10/10.
10.0 / 10.0
We spent a week in Vail enjoying the cool mornings and warm afternoons. The unit was spectacular and exactly as described in the listing. Of special note was the amazing patio where we spent our mornings enjoying coffee, our afternoons reading and our evenings relaxing and reviewing the day's activities. We used the BBQ on multiple occasions which was a real treat and a nice change from restaurant food. Also wonderful was the proximity to everything Vail. Nothing you would want to do was ever more than a 20-minute walk and most were under 5 minutes. Lastly, the area was extremely quiet in the evening and the bedroom essentially blacked out which made sleeping easy! Of course, the comfortable king bed helped a lot too! Hope to be back for another summertime visit!
10.0 / 10.0
Great property. Can walk to shopping, restaurants or gondola to take to top of mountain. Perfect location.
Property owner was very responsive and helpful, probably best I’ve ever had on a VRBO rental!
10.0 / 10.0
We visited Lionshead a week ago and had the best time. This property is beautiful, stocked with all you need for a relaxing, fun, family or adult trip to Vail.
The condo was spotless, extremely well kept; we have no complaints at all. Lionshead is a great location if you want a relaxing, lower key, less crowded village, which we enjoyed immensely. If you prefer more crowds Vail Village is a better place for you. You can visit and never leave the village if you choose.
It was important for us to have a family vacation before our son started kindergarten and this couldn’t have been more perfect. There is something for everyone, shopping, restaurants, hikes, bike trails, and plenty activities and parks to keep your little ones busy. Epic adventure at the top of the mountain was also super fun; everything is within walking distance. Do get ready to spend some money, but well worth the funds. Rick was awesome to work with and checked in multiple times throughout our stay.
The weather was 30 out of 10. :)
All in all - excellent. We will be back!
10.0 / 10.0
You can’t beat the location, close to everything and next to the scenic river. We have been going for a number of years, and everything is always excellent, clean and we have even noticed that they have upgraded things in the apartment over the years. This shows how they do everything in excellence and top level.
Incredible communication with the owners.
10.0 / 10.0
We are used to Vail Village but couldn’t reserve where we normally stay on our new July dates so we tried Lions Square. Property couldn’t be more convenient to everything in that area. The property description and pictures are all very accurate. We missed the detail about the fan the first night but that was our fault as it was in the laminated FYIs in the unit. We really enjoyed our stay. Great communication by the host when we reached out. Would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Stayed 4 nights in July, two adults and 2 kids. The layout and amenities of the condo were just perfect. The Murphy bed is brilliant and much easier than the sofa bed, though great to have one additional bed option just in case. Plenty of extra bedding, everything was really clean, and location can't be beat. Enjoyed the property pool and views.
I didn't realize there was no AC in the unit and panicked a bit when I realized that, but they have ceiling fans and box fans and honestly it was fine. It cools off enough at night that sleeping was comfortable. Would definitely stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
The location was perfect! Easy access to bus, shops and restaurants. Our teens were comfortable on the Murphy bed and pull out sofa and we loved the pool for relaxing after morning hikes! Loved it!
10.0 / 10.0
The condo was clean, well stocked and in a great central location. The owner was easy to communicate with and expedient when any questions came up.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great time at this central Vail apartment! Getting to the Gondola was so easy and the ski valet was super convenient. We also loved that the property had a car service that would take us to Vail Village if we didn’t feel like walking. The Murphy bed is very comfortable, it’s an actual mattress and not like a fold up couch. We would definitely return!
10.0 / 10.0
This property was exactly as described. The location was excellent and getting in and out was a breeze, once you learn the streets and the owner was very communicative and responsive. Highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic stay in Lionshead! The location is just perfect. They are not joking around, it really is a one minute walk to the Eagle Bahn Gondola. Also, it’s 30 seconds from shopping, groceries, restaurants, etc. We would absolutely stay here again! We cooked breakfast and lunch in the condo each day. The condo was able to sleep our 5 person family. The Murphy bed was perfect! Thank you to the hosts for a great stay.
Brian Kelso
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Lionshead Village Vail?
The average price for a rental in Lionshead Village Vail is $1,568 per night. This rental is $162 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at One Minute Walk to Gondola & Born Free Lift - Diamond Rated, Heart of Lionshead. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at One Minute Walk to Gondola & Born Free Lift - Diamond Rated, Heart of Lionshead. Enjoy the water!
Is One Minute Walk to Gondola & Born Free Lift - Diamond Rated, Heart of Lionshead pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at One Minute Walk to Gondola & Born Free Lift - Diamond Rated, Heart of Lionshead?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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