Friday, August 11, 2017

A Real Beaut

Looking for a getaway for a couple of days? 
Yearning for fresh mountain air, spectacular views and a touch of the Old West 
in an adorable small mountain town? 
Well, look no more. Come along with me to Crested Butte, Colorado.


I'd never been to this little jewel of a town before so we were lucky 
that our wonderful neighbor, Tonda, was happy to pet sit our dog, Roxy.
This was the first time we'd left her for two days so we were nervous parents. Tonda texted us 
photos of her lounging and eating so we were able to relax. We can't thank her enough.


Crested Butte, elevation 8,885, is about four and a half hours' drive from our home in Denver
 and lies nestled in the southwestern part of the state.
It's famous for its music festival, bike races, skiing and wildflowers.
We just missed the peak of the wildflower season but it was still breathtaking.


The mountains surrounding the town are perfect pointed peaks, almost like a child's drawing. 


Against a brilliant blue sky with big puffy clouds, it was just magnificent. 


As we drove up into the mountains, we spotted this "Marmot Crossing" sign, 
just as a marmot scurried across the road exactly where he was supposed to cross! 
He was too fast for us to snap his picture. 


Numerous hiking trails for all levels crisscross the mountains including this one for the 
"Oh Be Joyful" trail. One simply cannot be joyful in all this beauty. 


The town itself features an authentic 1880's main street lined with old store fronts, restaurants and shops. Venture off the main street to see where the locals live. Charming little cottages look like they've been transported from the 19th century when this was a booming silver mining town. 


It's a bike-friendly town and the locals are very friendly and polite.
Flowers are everywhere in hanging baskets, planters and unique containers.


Whether you enjoy visiting old mining towns or exploring rugged terrain, you'll love Crested Butte.


It's a real beaut!

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46 comments:

  1. SalmagundiAugust 11, 2017 at 10:49 AM

    Colorado is not all in the northern part ---- metropolitan and traffic! Those of us that live in the southern area, think we have the best part. Thanks for sharing your trip to the beautiful southern mountains.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 11, 2017 at 1:07 PM

      You definitely have the best part of Colorado! Let's keep it a secret! Oh, too late I guess. I was in awe the whole trip of the gorgeous scenery. Have a wonderful weekend. Hugs, Pat

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  2. CarolAugust 11, 2017 at 11:30 AM

    That place is as close to heaven as I believe that you could get. It is absolutely breathtaking scenery and seems as though the people and town are just as amazing. Thank you for sharing this with us and I am thankful for the beautiful photos that you have shared with us.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 11, 2017 at 1:09 PM

      Thank you so much Carol! It was absolutely close to heaven and I can't wait to go back in the fall sometime. They had stables too but we didn't have time to go for a trail ride. Next time. So glad you enjoyed the photos. Hope you have a great weekend. Hugs, Pat

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  3. ConnieAugust 11, 2017 at 12:44 PM

    Gorgeous photos! That looks like my kind of town :)

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 11, 2017 at 1:10 PM

      Thank you Connie! My kind of town too. I imagine it's quite crowded during the festivals and races so we just won't go there then. I loved walking down the side streets to see how people live there. Everything was neat and tidy with tons of flowers. Have a fantastic weekend. Hugs, Pat

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  4. Tails Around the RanchAugust 11, 2017 at 2:44 PM

    So lovely. I've never been there either and your images is making me want to go NOW.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 11, 2017 at 4:52 PM

      Thanks Monika! Pack your bags my friend. It's one of the most beautiful places I've ever been and I know you'd love it. Have a wonderful weekend. Hugs, Pat

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  5. FlowerLady LorraineAugust 11, 2017 at 3:45 PM

    Wow, just wonderful!!! Thanks for sharing ~ FlowerLady

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 11, 2017 at 4:54 PM

      Thanks so much Lorraine! The flowers were amazing; I didn't post all of them. I think the combination of cool weather, strong sunshine and afternoon showers made the perfect environment for all these beautiful flowers. Hoping I get to go for the Wildflowers next summer. Hugs, Pat

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  6. Rita C at PanoplyAugust 11, 2017 at 4:25 PM

    Very cool! Hey Mr. P, let's do another trip out west!

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 11, 2017 at 4:55 PM

      Thanks Rita! I hope you and Mr. P get to visit Colorado and go to Crested Butte. You'd love it. I sure did. Hugs, Pat

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  7. Catherine Berry (But you are in France, Madame)August 11, 2017 at 5:41 PM

    Beautiful, Pat, and what a thrill to see the marmot because they are quite discreet these little cuties!

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 12, 2017 at 5:58 PM

      Thank you Catherine! It was a treat to see the marmot and right on cue. I love seeing wildlife in their natural habitat. Pat

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  8. Marlene StephensonAugust 11, 2017 at 5:41 PM

    I have been to Colorado a few times and been close to Crested Butte, so now i really want to go there. I love your beautiful state and enjoy all your pictures. Thanks and have a great weekend.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 12, 2017 at 6:00 PM

      Thanks Marlene! Me too. I'd been to Gunnison which is really close to Crested Butte but had never visited it. I hope you get to go sometime. I'm hoping to go next fall which should be spectacular. Hope you're enjoying your weekend. Hugs, Pat

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  9. StaceyAugust 12, 2017 at 10:47 AM

    Wow this is so pretty! I haven't been to Crested Butte but now I think it would be fun to plan a family vaca there. To my eyes the mountains behind the town look like you are in Switzerland or some exotic land!

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 12, 2017 at 6:00 PM

      Thanks Stacey!I had the same thought about the mountains looking like Switzerland. It was just gorgeous. Start planning that vacay! Hugs, Pat

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  10. Sharon @ Blue Willow HouseAugust 12, 2017 at 2:59 PM

    I've been to Colorado two times but would love to visit again. Never made it to Crested Butte but I love Denver and Colorado Springs. Thanks for taking me along.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 12, 2017 at 6:01 PM

      Hi Sharon! So glad you tagged along on my trip to CB! Hope you get to visit again soon. Hugs, Pat

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    2. Sharon @ Blue Willow HouseAugust 19, 2017 at 8:26 AM

      Thank you for sharing your trip to Crested Butte at Snickerdoodle.

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  11. JaniceAugust 12, 2017 at 4:00 PM

    Wow Pat. This place is beautiful. I am so glad that you and Ron got to make the trip. My personal thanks to Tonda for watching Roxie so you could go. The mountains and the sky are breath taking. Love it.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 12, 2017 at 6:03 PM

      Thanks Jan! I knew you would love it. Hope you get to see it someday. We're hoping to visit again next Fall. Imagine all those golden aspen quaking in the breeze. Big hugs, Pat

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  12. JoannaAugust 13, 2017 at 2:28 PM

    I love Colorado and this looks like a town I'd like to visit.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 15, 2017 at 8:36 PM

      Hi Joanna, I'm sure you would love it as much as I did. The mountains are spectacular and the town is a perfect little western town. Hugs, Pat

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  13. Debbie - Mountain MamaAugust 15, 2017 at 10:15 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous!!!!! I could sure live in that sweet cabin without a doubt!

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 15, 2017 at 8:37 PM

      Hi Debbie! Yeah, me too. I've always wanted a mountain cabin and this place would be perfect. A bit pricey but gorgeous. Hugs, Pat

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  14. the cape on the cornerAugust 15, 2017 at 1:50 PM

    oh my gosh, how beautiful! we just spent two weeks out west at national parks, so next time we go in that direction it looks like we will need to head up here!
    b

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 15, 2017 at 8:38 PM

      Thanks for stopping by for a visit. You must have had a wonderful vacay in the national parks. There's a lot to see out west. Hope you will get to Crested Butte some day. Hugs, Pat

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  15. Wild Oak DesignsAugust 16, 2017 at 8:43 AM

    Thanks for sharing the info on this town!
    Very beautiful and great shots!
    Nancy
    wildoakdesigns.blogspot.com

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  16. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 16, 2017 at 2:50 PM

    Thanks so much Nancy. I can't get enough of our beautiful mountains. Maybe someday...a cabin. Hugs, Pat

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  17. Laurel StephensAugust 16, 2017 at 4:49 PM

    Breathtaking!

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 18, 2017 at 9:59 AM

      Thank you Laurel! I appreciate your stopping by for a visit. Hugs, Pat

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  18. Gentle JoyAugust 16, 2017 at 7:29 PM

    What wonderfully beautiful pictures and scenery.... so lovely. :)

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 18, 2017 at 9:59 AM

      Thank you so much Joy! Hope you have a wonderful weekend. Hugs, Pat

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  19. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonAugust 16, 2017 at 10:31 PM

    Pat, what a fun town! Right up hubby and my alley. He's gone fishing, but I was thinking of suggesting that the two of us skip town next week. It would be fun to get away before my surgery on Fri. This would be a great place! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 18, 2017 at 10:01 AM

      Hi Jann, I had a feeling this would be up your alley. I hope you get to visit Crested Butte. A tip...check the event calendar on line. It's crowded during various festivals (unless you enjoy the events). Best of luck on your surgery; I'll be thinking of you. Big hugs, Pat

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  20. KellyAugust 17, 2017 at 8:19 AM

    Great pictures, simply beautiful. I found your lovely blog at the Thursday Favorite Things, I'm #64 on the list. Hope you'll stop by.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 18, 2017 at 10:01 AM

      Thanks so much Kelly. I hope you come back often to visit. Hugs, Pat

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  21. PamAugust 17, 2017 at 1:58 PM

    Breath taking.....what a beautiful place.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 18, 2017 at 10:02 AM

      Thanks so much Pam. I can't get enough of these gorgeous mountains. Hugs, Pat

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  22. LeannaAugust 17, 2017 at 3:24 PM

    I love these little picturesque towns. It is beautiful, thanks for sharing.

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 18, 2017 at 10:03 AM

      Thank you Leanna. I love these historic towns too. Just imagine what they must have been like a hundred years ago. Have a great weekend. Hugs, Pat

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  23. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueAugust 18, 2017 at 1:29 AM

    Amazing photos of what looks like a very pretty place to visit Pat.
    Thank you for sharing your trip on Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I'm delighted to be featuring this post at tonight's party and I've pinned too!

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    1. Pat @ bringingfrenchcountryhomeAugust 18, 2017 at 10:04 AM

      Oh my gosh Kerryanne. Thanks so much for featuring my trip to Crested Butte. This makes the road trip even more special. Hugs, Pat

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  24. My thrift store addictionAugust 20, 2017 at 8:43 PM

    Thanks for taking us a on such a lovely tour and for sharing @ Vintage Charm!

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