Hidden Jems

THE CRESTED BUTTE RETREAT
If you're in the market for a boutique mountain venue with on-site lodging, consider The Crested Butte Retreat. Furnished with international antiques and artwork, this charming and relatively new 11,500-square-foot venue has 10 rooms for overnight guests but can host groups of up to 100 for cocktail gatherings and 40 for sit-down dining.

Perfect for executive strategy meetings, teambuilding sessions and workshops, the retreat has a large great room equipped with audiovisual equipment for presentations and several spaces for smaller get-togethers. Amenities include a private chef, sauna, fitness room and a projection screen entertainment area. Plus, the retreat is within walking distance to world-class skiing, hiking and mountain biking trails.

In addition to helping groups organize events and outdoor activities, owner Fred Studier often uses his background in strategic consulting to assist clients who want guidance developing business strategies, reviewing annual results or creating career development plans.

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