The Clubhouse Lofts, located at 2101 Larimer Street, offer a unique opportunity to own a piece of Denver‘s past and a stake in Denver‘s future. Once a center for commerce in the 1900′s, this historic brick workhorse has been transformed into a cutting-edge collection of distinctive loft homes. Ryan Homes, a top Denver real estate developer, has utilized the original industrial aesthetic while seamlessly blending those attributes that are essential to modern living. Unit 302 is currently available and is being offered by Jesse Sehlmeyer of Vintage Homes of Denver.
Steps away from Coors Field, the home field of the Colorado Rockies, the Clubhouse Lofts are at the epicenter of the burgeoning Ballpark Neighborhood. Now a designated Landmark Preservation District, the area surrounding the 1910 building is in high demand, with retail centers, restaurants, pubs and coffee houses next door.
Each unit within the Clubhouse Lofts features a specialized floor plan, providing each loft owner with an exclusive experience. Care has been taken with respect to exterior views, storage space, and atmospheric qualities within. Exposed brick and rich woods speak to the history of this significant Denver real estate, while the stainless steel appliances in the gourmet kitchens are at the forefront of the 21st century.
A rooftop deck and private terraces furnish extraordinary views of the Rocky Mountains, Coors Field and the Denver skyline.
Unit 302′s features include:
1320 Sq Ft
2 Bed / 2 Bath
Third Floor
Private Terrace
Rooftop Deck
Elevator Access
Central AC
Low-E Windows
Garage Parking
Low HOA
Gourmet Kitchen
Large Island
Great Room
Master Suite
5-Piece Bath
Euro Shower
Soaking Tub
Hardwood Floors
Exposed Brick
Granite Counters
Washer/Dryer
Chris and Amy Sublette founded Ryan Homes in Colorado in 1997. They are a premier custom home building firm in the Denver area and have successfully completed over 125 of the city’s most distinctive custom homes.
The team at Ryan Homes brings innovative design concepts, diverse experience and incomparable craftsmanship to each project.
If you would like to schedule a showing of this exceptional Denver loft, or to see other Denver lofts and condos in Denver‘s popular downtown, Lodo, or Lohi neighborhoods, please contact Jesse Sehlmeyer of Vintage Homes of Denver at 303-564-2245.
This Sunday my mother and I walked in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5k at Denver‘s Washington Park. The event, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, aids in raising funds for breast cancer research and treatment.
It was a lovely day to spend a couple of hours circling Denver‘s most beautiful park, all in the name of a good cause. Having been through the breast cancer battle this year (my mother was diagnosed in May of 2010), the fight to end disease is near and dear to our hearts.
I must say, however, that for a walk-a-thon, Wash Park is an unbeatable destination in the Denver area. When you are participating in a charity walk, the venue often takes a back seat to the fund raising and cheer leading. This is a mistake that many charitable organizations make. I feel that if you can also include Denver‘s most popular park and some of the best Denver real estate as your backdrop, then even more people will opt to attend. Spend the morning with a companion and a cup of coffee and admire what you have to see as you walk your miles on the park paths.
Washington Park and the surrounding Wash Park homes are especially dazzling this time of year. The park has been freshly landscaped and Martha Washington’s garden is in bloom. Smith Lake is high and goslings and duckings trail behind their parents. Playgrounds are full and sports are everywhere. The beauty, however, is not restricted to the boundaries of Wash Park.
The Wash Park neighborhood has some of the most sought after Denver real estate. There is a large variety of architectural styles, including Victorian, Craftsman and Tudor. In fact, some of the largest Craftsman bungalows in the Denver area can be found bordering Wash Park.
Not only are these homes impressive in the scale and architectural merits, but each of these homes seem to be a botanical garden onto themselves. Peonies droop, heavy and fragrant, on fences that have stood for the last century. Each Wash Park home has a distinct feel in their landscape. Some have an English cottage mystique with lavender, ivy and roses. Others have a more Zen approach with ornamental grasses, boulders and stone completing the outdoor living space. Whatever direction the homeowners have taken, there is no doubt as to the care and expense that has gone into each creation.
Denver‘s Wash Park never fails to entertain and inspire. There is an almost constant stream of activities in the park throughout the year benefiting area charities, national organizations and neighborhood fun.
If you would like a tour of the Washington Park area or any other Denver real estate, please contact Jesse Sehlmeyer at Vintage Homes of Denver at 303-564-2245.
Littleton is one of the Denver area’s most charming suburbs. Though not untouched by the advances of the 21st century, the small suburb has managed to hold on to a true sense of community. The charming Littleton homes, massive trees, friendly neighbors and locally owned businesses makes Littleton a rare item in the Denver real estate market.
In an attempt to maintain a sense of community togetherness, the retail destination of Aspen Grove has instituted a new summer tradition in the Littleton community. Taking advantage of Denver‘s cool, clear summer evenings, the savvy retailers began an outdoor movie night that welcomes the Littleton public, free of charge.
Undoubtedly, the experience conjures memories of going to the drive-in for those who have such memories to call upon. While the parking lot will not be full of T-birds and Chevys or other large-finned vehicles, the experience will be sure to pull at the nostalgic heartstrings of the more mature moviegoers. The smell of popcorn, the laughter of children and the opportunity to meet new Littleton neighbors certainly speaks of a bygone era.
Coined as a “Family Film Festival”, the evening includes food booths, bouncy castles, and information booths from those organizations and businesses that are sponsoring the night. The evening begins at 6pm with the movie commencing at dusk. This year, the shopping center asked for their moviegoers to vote on the summer selection. The line-up looks to be a good time for people of all ages.
Water, was and is, a major commodity across the entire state. Denver, with a rapidly growing population had a significantly hard time juggling the needs of city dwellers and nearby farms. Never in ready supply, the control of the water, its storage, and cleanliness was the topic of many debates. In fact, many early Denver officials were elected based on their stance concerning water resources.
Throughout the 20th century, Denver worked to create irrigation ditches and canals, the Highline canal being one of the most popular, in order to get water to the quickly developing suburbs. Naturally, with these improvements, water became more easily attained and the battles over water began to subside. Now, people could consider not just survival planting and watering, but also using their agricultural skills on beautifying the area.
Amazingly, every tree that you see in the city of Denver was planted. Homesteaders and school children have planted the trees that make Denver so shady today. City Park‘s majestic trees were planted by area school children, a tradition that began with the city’s first Arbor Day in 1884. It is hard to imagine Denver as such a stark, desolate place.
The quest for greenery is still prevalent in Colorado today. In an effort to make our Denver homes an oasis, some homeowners have been driven to extremes. While one’s yard may be green and lush, dare I say Ireland-like, in May, by July is unrecognizable. Frustration does not describe what an average Denver homeowner goes through between June and September. The dry heat, the lack of rain, the weeds, and clay soil all make attempts to tame this resistant prairie futile.
Some days, as I gaze enviously at my neighbor’s lawns, I wonder what their secret is. Watering constantly would appear to be one “secret” weapon, but in this day and age, it is just not okay to water to your heart’s content, nor is it cost-effective. In the western states, the price of water can outdo the price of heat, so watering in moderation is a necessity. Chemicals also seem to be beneficial, but again, not a viable option for most people invested in their Denver real estate and the health of the community. So, what should we do?
Many folks choose to go the route of xeriscaping. This newly discovered gardening style is particular well-suited to the Denver area. Plants that fit this description typically thrive with little to no water, full sun exposure and can tolerate the ups and downs of Denver‘s thermometer. The technique also yields a bevy of eye-catching results. The textures and colors available in a xeriscape lawn are breathtaking. Many Denver homeowners opt for this landscape, not only to make their Wash Park or Platt Park home more beautiful, but also as a path to self-expression. Your lawn becomes your palette, and the options are endless.
Many Denver homeowners incorporate walkways, decks, arbors and recirculating fountains to create their perfect meditation space. Though not a cheap fix to the water consumption, dead grass, clay soil issue; it is a long-lasting solution. Most local greenhouses, such as O’Tooles,, can help guide you as you begin your xeriscape journey. The Colorado State University extension office is also a vast resource, not only in arid-friendly gardening, but also many other environmental issues that a Denver homeowner may come across.
Some of us simply give up and start throwing stones. Boulders, gravel, river rock, lichen, petrified trees and other non-living entities have made dried and barren lawns into sculptural displays in many Denver neighborhoods. Being in such a geologically interesting state makes finding Mother Nature’s works of art easy. What better reason to take a trip to the into the Rocky Mountains than to gather nifty bits of granite or slabs of sandstone to put your own mark on your Denver real estate?
Finally, there are those die hard Denver homeowners that just must have a yard. Perhaps they grew up in Ohio (like myself), or Georgia or Vermont or anywhere that the annual problem is controlling the growth of grasses not begging them into existence. So, if you’re set on having a lawn, be sure to follow a couple of tried and true techniques that may help you reach your goal. Our friends at Blue Iris Designs in Denver have this to say:
So, the next time you are looking at some Denver real estate in the heat of the July sun, don’t judge a book by its cover. If the yard is weedy and dry, perhaps the homeowner is just between a lawn attempt and throwing stones.
The Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods, or CHUN, that calls the Tears-MacFarlane mansion home, was established in 1969. The group that first came together to protest an infrastructure adjustment, has become a force in Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. After their victory, the fledgling organization held together in an effort to strengthen and protect the community in which they all resided. With the outpouring of residents in the 1970′s and 1980′s, the neighborhood faced the influx of a transient population and a sea of wrecking balls. By banding together, CHUN has made it possible for Capitol Hill to not only survive, but to thrive. The residents are proud of where they live and who they are, what they have accomplished and are ready for what may come next.
CHUN’s boundaries extend from 1st to 22nd and Broadway to Colorado Boulevard, but their sphere of influence reaches much farther. This democratic group works to celebrate the diversity and unique cultures that call the historic neighborhood home.
The Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods maintains a small staff and a Board of Delegates is elected, as well as neighborhood specific delegates that are elected at annual Neighborhood Assemblies. These delegates are the voice of the people, attending city council meetings, zoning and ordinance hearings, and other neighborhood impacting events. Specific committees are also created, dubbed “Action Committees”, that focus on particular neighborhood issues.
CHUN also works toward historic preservation of those Denver homes and other Denver real estate that are crucial to the integrity of the Capitol Hill neighborhood. To date, the group has saved such landmarks as the Bluebird, Mayan and Ogden Theaters, the Park Avenue and Alamo Placita Historic Districts, and several beautiful mansions.
CHUN also aids the residents of Capitol Hill, being active in the fight against homelessness, crime prevention, street maintenance, and neighborhood beautification. In fact, each spring the organization purchases and distributes trees to area homeowners and businesses. Since 1988, four thousand trees have been planted in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. CHUN also hosts community clean-ups and aids in code enforcement. The organization also distributes “Good Neighbor” awards, citing those neighbors that have embodied the mission of the Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods.
In 1974, CHUN and other community members thought that a celebration of diversity was in order. Though the first People’s Fair was also meant as a friendly truce between Denver police and lawmakers and the civic minded neighborhood advocates, the People’s Fair has grown into one of Denver‘s largest civic gatherings. Now in its 40th year, the People’s Fair has outgrown three previous venues and now calls Civic Center Park home.
This year’s People’s Fair is a free event and will be held on June 4-5 and will feature vendors, musicians, craftsmen, and artists. The event also hosts a childrens area. Raising over one million dollars that has been put back into the community, the People’s Fair is a lively exploration of what Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood has to offer.
For the last 32 years, the residents, merchants and aficionados of the Old South Gaylord Street shopping district have hosted a Memorial Day Festival. Located on the 1000 block of South Gaylord between Tennessee and Mississippi, the festival is seen as the official start to the summer season. It is only fitting that this quaint pocket of Denver throw off the winter duds and commence with warm breezes, BBQ and outdoor music. 
The popularity of the Wash Park neighborhood has grown exponentially in the last 20 years. The extraordinary houses that call the streets surrounding Washington Park are highly prized in the Denver real estate market. As the one hundred year old Denver Squares, Craftsman and Victorians are renewed by savvy homeowners, the old “Main Street” of South Gaylord has been brought back to life.
Established in 1924, the South Gaylord shopping district is one of Denver‘s oldest and was the heart of the growing Wash Park neighborhood. Originally a Denver street car turnaround, the small district supplied all of life’s necessities to the residents. There was the butcher, a baker , (not a candlestick maker), a grocery, pharmacy, and even a candy store. The street would be the place to exchange news, celebrate and come together as a young community. In 1926, the area welcomed a movie theater, a barber and a radio repairman. Through the 1940′s and 1950′s, the revered Denver shopping district was given an infrastructural face-lift, incorporating better sidewalks and street lighting. It is in this era that and more boutique style retail moved onto the bustling blocks.
As with all of Denver‘s neighborhoods that call the city center home, the decline in the 1970′s and 1980′s were a challenge of epic proportions. While most newcomers were beguiled by the suburbs, the small “Mom and Pop” areas of the city fell into disrepair. Now the high quality of living and nostalgia has pulled the Washington Park neighborhood from the brink. The old neighborhood is hip again, the houses are snatched up, and the community spirit is stronger than ever.
The 2011 Old South Gaylord Street Memorial Day Weekend Festival is sure to be one of the most lively on record. Featuring seventy artists and merchants, eighteen bands (including Hazel Miller), and a wide selection of cuisine and libations, the weekend will be sure to satisfy the masses. Though there is no admission charge, be sure to have cash on hand for unique art, crafts, and other tasty treats.
The kiddos will have entertainment as well, including the “World’s Largest Pinball Machine”, a bungee trampoline, climbing wall, and a giant slide.
The dates for this year’s Old South Gaylord Street Memorial Day Weekend Festival are May 28th, 29th, and 30th. Hours are 10-4 Saturday and Sunday and 10-8 on Monday.
This historic home, built in 1938, is currently available in the Bonnie Brae neighborhood. Designed by renowned Denver architect, Edwin A. Francis, this distinctive home is a stunning example of the International Style made popular in the 1920′s and 1930′s. Nestled in the quaint Denver suburb of Bonnie Brae, this home is one of the most intriguing currently for sale on the Denver real estate market.
The timeless lines of this Bonnie Brae home keep it modern and cutting edge, but still speaks to another era. If you are torn between a historic Denver home and a new contemporary house, this home may be your perfect residence. Offering 4 bedrooms and three bathrooms, this 3,100 square foot Denver home also includes a beautiful outdoor living space, large manicured lawn and a 2-car garage.
The bathrooms maintain their original character with original tile work, apron front soaking bathtubs and pedestal sinks. Period lighting, glass block, curvy corners and bright hardwood floors accent the home’s grandeur.
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Grab your dog, your leash and a hot cup of coffee and join your neighbors in Denver‘s Wash Park this Saturday, May 7th at 9:00 am for the 18th annual Furry Scurry. Wash Park‘s most popular event is hosted each May by the Denver Dumb Friends League. The annual dog walk raises funds for the 101 year-old animal shelter.
Founded by Victorian ladies, the Dumb Friends League (aptly named when one considers that “dumb” in the Victorian age meant voiceless) finds homes for thousands of Denver‘s animal inhabitants. Not just locating forever homes for dogs and cats, the shelter also places rabbits, gerbils, hamsters, and rats. The shelter has also become an educational resource for pet owners.
Not an inexpensive endeavor, the Dumb Friends League decided to help fund their good works by hosting the first Furry Scurry in 1993. A spectacular success, the Furry Scurry draws 10,000 people and nearly 5,000 dogs each year to the beautiful Wash Park neighborhood. Vendors and sponsors are also in attendance offering product, literature and a wealth of freebies. The Furry Scurry has set a goal of $1,000,000.00 for this year’s 2-mile walk.
Registration is $50 and can be done online or on the day of the event. Pledges are also encouraged and there are prizes, including an iPad at the $10,000.00 level. The day is sure to be a good time with sideline antics. There is a pet/person look-a-like contest, a best tail-wagger contest and best pet kisser contest at 9:45 am.
Don’t have a walking buddy? Don’t despair, you still have time to adopt a new best friend at the Denver Dumb Friends League. Might we suggest . . .
Now in its thirteenth year, the Wash Park Home Tour has become a staple of the Denver real estate community. A benefit for Steele Elementary school, the tour raises funds to support not only Steele Elementary, but also homeless Denver Public School students. Last year this Denver home tour raised $45,000.00.
Wash Park is one of Denver‘s most coveted neighborhoods. The tree-lined streets display a wealth of Denver home styles, including some of the most magnificent Craftsman bungalows, Denver Squares, English Tudors and Victorians in the city. Hundreds of people take advantage of the well-manicured park daily, passing homes that only the imagination can describe. Well, this Saturday you have your chance to admire gleaming woodwork, stained glass windows, and other architectural goodies. Also featured on the home tour are impeccably restored and remodeled homes that have enhanced the Wash Park neighborhood.
Tickets are available online or at Steele Elementary for $15, however, you can purchase tickets at the tour for $20.
This Saturday, satisfy your inner voyeur, check out some fabulous Denver homes, and contribute to the education of Denver’s youth. Sounds like a perfect day!
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