VAIL PASSPORT CLUB CHARTER MEMBERSHIP OPTION AVAILABLE WITH PURCHASE! Fondly named ''The Aspens'' and never before offered for sale, this European mountain estate exudes elegance and timeless beauty. Designed with extraordinary detail, this custom home enjoys privacy along with expansive valley and mountain views. Nestled on a magical woodland homesite and located within the exclusive gates of Pilgrim Downs which is part of the Lake Creek neighborhood. Situated on 5 acres of lush aspen groves and adjacent to the 70 acre meadow below, the storybook setting includes a cascading water fall through landscaped gardens, private hot tub, outdoor fire pit, charming creek , large lawn and private walking trails. The floor plan includes 7 bedrooms, 9 1/2 baths, private dining room, formal living room, library, chef's kitchen with breakfast room, theater room, temperature-controlled wine room, heated flagstone deck with outdoor two-sided fireplace, two caretaker apartments and a heated driveway. The upper level of the main house features five guest suites including the primary bedroom. The primary suite enjoys a separate sitting room with fireplace, balcony facing east to the mountains, massive walk-in closet with custom built-ins and a 5-piece bathroom with soaking tub and an oversized steam shower. The lower level features a full caretaker apartment, theater room, bunk room with en-suite bath, temperature controlled wine room and vast storage. Car enthusiasts will appreciate two separate garages for 5+ cars, including a recently added detached 2+ car garage/workshop with underfloor heating and which (could add a lift for mechanical work). Above the 3-car garage you will find the newly constructed guest suite/executive office with designer finishes and a balcony overlooking the water feature. Located just minutes from shopping, dining and skiing. Owner amenities include endless hiking trails, on-site ranch manager, private fishing ponds, equestrian pasture and storage barn.