Three Ponds Ranch, Woody Creek
725 Aspen Valley Downs is a captivating property that combines mountain elegance, breathtaking views, and exceptional amenities. Nestled in a private south-facing 15-acre setting in Woody Creek, Colorado, just outside of Aspen - this property offers a rare opportunity to own a legacy family estate. Indulge in the serenity of your surroundings as you sip morning coffee or unwind with evening cocktails in the front yard seating area, surrounded by meticulously manicured gardens and a soothing waterfall. Take in the awe-inspiring views of the majestic Elk Mountains and three picturesque ponds, perfectly framing the landscape. The main house, a five-bedroom custom-built mountain retreat, is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship. It includes an attached 3-car heated garage, ensuring convenience and ease of access. Every detail of this residence has been thoughtfully considered to provide the utmost comfort and luxury. Complementing the main house is a detached three-bedroom, three-bathroom guest house with walk-out decks from all bedrooms that are perched above a remarkable 8-car heated garage - that can never be replicated. This guest house provides ample space for family and friends, ensuring privacy and comfort during their stay. The main level primary suite is a haven of relaxation, featuring a steam shower with a bench, a jetted tub, and an oversized walk-in closet with a unique spiral staircase leading to an additional lock-off owner's closet. Upstairs, three en suite bedrooms, two with lofts and each with walk-in closets, and an office offer comfortable accommodations for guests or family members. Throughout the property, you will find a total of four gas fireplaces and three wood-burning fireplaces, creating warm and inviting spaces for both indoor and outdoor gatherings. The media room, complete with ping pong, shuffleboard, and billiards, opens up to a west-facing back patio and a refreshing swimming pool. The rooftop hot tub invites you to marvel at the night sky and catch shooting stars. This estate is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with a variety of activities just steps away from your doorstep. Explore the hillside behind the house on foot, stroll along the Salvation Ditch path, or engage in friendly matches of tennis, basketball, or pickleball on the fenced court. Take a dip in the 5,000-gallon swimming pool, perfect for warm summer days. The covered outdoor wood-burning fireplace serves as a favorite afternoon gathering spot, where you can relax, enjoy music, and oversee lively badminton games on the front lawn. Aspen Valley Downs is a haven for wildlife, with hawks, deer, elk, rabbits, and foxes frequently gracing the property, adding to the enchanting alpine ambiance. Noteworthy features of this property include a brand new DaVinci Roof, recently installed at a cost of $310,000, ensuring both durability and aesthetics. The adjacent Lot 5, spanning 18.284 acres, is available for purchase, allowing you to create a remarkable 33.6-acre compound and expand your possibilities.
Chris Klug
As a three-time Olympian and Olympic Medalist Snowboarder, I’ve spent my life competing at the highest level. Since retiring after the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, I’ve brought that same work ethic, focus, and drive to Aspen real estate, closing over $1 billion in career sales and consistently ranking among the top-producing brokers in the valley.
Before real estate, I grew up immersed in hospitality. My father was a legendary hotel general manager—known to many as “Mr. Hospitality”—and I had a front-row seat to what world-class service looks like. That foundation became my springboard into real estate, where I’ve combined deep local knowledge with a lifetime of experience in guest-centric service. Over the past two decades, I’ve sold more downtown Aspen core condominiums than any other broker.
I specialize in high-impact marketing and high-stakes negotiations. My team and I have represented some of the most significant and record-breaking transactions in Aspen Snowmass, including:
• 926 Willoughby Way – www.WilloughbyWayAspen.com
• 1020 Carroll Drive – www.AspenStarwoodEstate.com
• 1627 Wood Road – www.1627WoodRoad.com
• 1500 Ute Avenue – www.1500UteAve.com
• 353 Terrace Drive – www.MeltonRanchSnowmass.com
In 2020, I sold over $206 million in real estate. I followed that with $170.6 million in 2021, and over $300 million in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Recognized as Best Male Realtor by?The Aspen Times?and known locally as “Mr. Snowmass,” I’ve earned the trust of both clients and the community.
I’m hands-on in every deal—showing properties, negotiating offers, and crafting tailored marketing strategies that work. With 20+ years of broadcast experience and a creative edge honed through Olympic sponsorships, I know how to tell a story and elevate a brand. I partner with the best photographers, videographers, and designers to showcase each property’s unique value across Sotheby’s global network, Klug Properties’ wide-reaching social platforms, and a vast database of qualified buyers.
I’m also a 25-year liver transplant recipient. In 2003, I founded the Chris Klug Foundation to support and inspire those waiting for the Gift of Life—and to show the world what’s possible after a transplant. I continue to live that mission every day. In summer 2025, I’ll compete in my 15th Leadville Trail 100 MTB Race Across the Sky to prove exactly that: anything is possible after a life-saving transplant.
I’ve lived all over—from Aspen’s West End to Smuggler, West Aspen to Snowmass Village—and I’ve loved every place I’ve called home. After traveling the world on my snowboard for two decades and visiting the best ski and snowboard resorts on the planet, there’s still nowhere I’d rather be than Aspen Snowmass.
I’m a Certified Master Negotiator who knows how to seize every opportunity. My clients appreciate my honesty, tenacity, and deep local insight. I live here full-time with my family, and I care deeply about this community and its future.
If you’re looking for an agent who combines world-class experience with local knowledge, creative marketing with relentless follow-through, let’s talk. I’m serious about real estate, and I’ll be serious about yours.