Description Ember's Pass: Aspen

Forested peaks stretching out from a stone terrace – that's the image that stays with you at this mountain house. Multiple terraces make the most of the setting, and as light fades over the peaks, the outdoor fireplace draws everyone in for the kind of evening that's hard to replicate. Inside, a dedicated games room with a poker table and a lower-level lounge with a bar mean large groups rarely have to fight over the same space. A hot tub rounds things out for cooler nights with a glass of local IPA in hand.

Home truths:
* The villa has a lower-level lounge and at least two distinct floor levels — you'll be moving between floors fairly regularly, whether heading to bed, the kitchen, or the games room.
* The sixth bedroom is set up with bunk beds – well suited to children or groups with younger guests.