Breckenridge, Colorado was established in 1859 as a base camp, after gold was found along the nearby Blue River.  It quickly became a bustling town full of visitors hoping to strike it rich.  The days of the Gold Rush are long gone, but there are still plenty of reasons to come to Breckenridge, and travelers flock there every year.  If you’re looking for a little of that frontier charm and spirit, the beautiful scenery of the Rockies, and lots to do outdoors, Breckenridge is the place to go.

Of course, while you’re visiting the town’s historic district, with its fantastic shops and restaurants, or planning your golf, sailing, or ski vacation, you’ll need a place to stay and there are numerous Breckenridge lodging choices to pick from.  Thunder Mountain Lodge in Breckenridge, CO is one of the best resorts in the area, offering unparalleled luxury and a perfect meeting of the mountain and the modern in amazing Breckenridge condos and townhomes.

Choose studios or 1-4 bedroom condominium suites for your stay, or pick one of their two to three bedroom townhomes.  Every accommodation is furnished in warm colors and rich fabrics that’ll make you feel at home, plus a full gourmet kitchen, moss stone fireplace, hardwired internet and high speed wireless connection, televisions and DVD players.  You’ll enjoy private balconies and patios, and townhome vacationers also have private entrances and garages.

In the summer, enjoy golf at the Breckenridge Golf Club, take a visit to the Peak 8 Fun Park, or go sailing at nearby Dillon Reservoir.  Mountain biking, paddle boat trips, horseback riding, hot air balloon rides and scenic jeep tours are also fun warm weather activities in Breckenridge.  In the winter, there’s plenty available to do as well.  Snowboarding, skiing, ice skating, snowshoeing, sleigh rides, fly fishing, snowmobiling and even dog sledding are all readily available.

Breckenridge is also a great place for shopping.  You’ll find unique jewelry, art, and clothing opportunities on each block of the town’s historic Main Street, plus plenty of sports shops to supply your outdoor fun.  There are over two hundred shops available, so no one will go home empty-handed.

The town is just a short trip from the resort, making it easy to enjoy yourself in comfort without giving up convenience.  Only two blocks away from historic Main Street, you can get anywhere you need to go on foot.  Of course, there’s also a complimentary shuttle available to take you to the local ski lifts, to other shopping areas, or to your favorite restaurant.  There’s a free bus route, and the BreckConnect Gondola close by, too.  The Gondola is your direct route to Peak 8, where you can sign up for lessons and catch other lifts.  When you’re ready to relax after a long day, ski right back to the lodge, without any need to look for other transport.

If you’d like to learn more or book a room, get in contact with the resort itself at:

Mountain Thunder Lodge in Breckenridge, Colorado
50 Mountain Thunder Dr
Breckenridge, CO 80424
(970) 547-5650?
http://www.breckresorts.com/mtnthunderlodge/

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