They say you can’t have it all, and when buying a home, there has to be some compromise. For luxury vacation home owners, that sometimes boils down to buying a vacation property in a winter destination with fresh slope-days and nights spent enjoying mulled wine from your hot tub or choosing someplace warm where you can work on your swing, and dine al fresco on warm nights under the stars.

A recent article in The Wall Street Journal highlighted a new trend that is seeing more luxury vacation home buyers choose homes in high-end golf communities versus luxurious ski towns.

The article posed the question: Are clubhouses the new ski chalets?

But what if we told you it’s possible to have both?

Park City and Deer Valley have long been year-round vacation destinations, even if we are more renowned for our perfect snow and luxury ski resorts. But that landscape is changing, especially with the newest resort in the area.

If you’re the type of person who lives for fresh powder but also feels their best after an afternoon on the greens, here’s why Deer Valley East Village is right for you.

What is Deer Valley East Village?

As an extension of the iconic Deer Valley Resort, the East Village is a world-class mountain resort. In fact, Deer Valley East Village is the first major alpine ski resort to be built in North America in over 40 years!

Deer Valley East Village has been in the works for some time now as part of the Deer Valley expansion. Read more about it here: Everything You Need to Know About Deer Valley’s Expansion

The village will include a pedestrian-oriented plaza with high-end shops and dining, numerous new destination hotels, and private villas, townhomes, and homesites.

In addition to this, Deer Valley East Village is adding 135 additional ski runs, 16 new chairlifts (some of which, like the Keetley Express, are already open!), and a brand-new Tiger Woods-designed golf course.

But all this barely scratches the surface. Deer Valley East Village is truly a year-round destination with endless amenities, events, and recreational activities, no matter what the season.

Wondering how Deer Valley compares to other resort towns? Read these posts next:

• Deer Valley Vs. Aspen: Which Resort Town is Better?
• Deer Valley Vs. Park City: What Homeowners Need to Know
• Old Deer Valley Vs. New Deer Valley

Winter in Deer Valley East Village

Park City and Deer Valley are famous for their winters. The lake effect from the Great Salt Lake produces some of the best snow for skiing, and as one of the largest resorts in Utah (especially if you combine the expanded Deer Valley and Park City Mountain Resort), there are countless ways to enjoy the winter months.

The days are shorter, but there is still no shortage of things to do. If you’re the adventurous outdoors person, there’s skiing (a given), Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, and more.

If you’re the type of person who uses the winter months to recharge and reset, there are spas, dining experiences, and winter traditions to fill your heart.

Do you live for the aprés? Expect great things at Deer Valley East Village with a snow maze, winter wine festival, ice bar, holiday market, a ski beach winter concert series, and a Sundance aprés screening lounge, to just name a few things.

Learn more about winters in Deer Valley with these posts:

• What are the Best Private Ski Lounges in Deer Valley and Park City?
• What to Do in Park City and Deer Valley if You Don’t Like Skiing
• How to Prepare for Ski Season in Deer Valley and Park City

Summer in Deer Valley East Village

When the days get longer and the snow begins to melt, an entirely different experience is waiting for you. The incredible restaurants, shops, and spas have swapped out winter offerings for summer delights, and an entirely new adventure awaits.

Fans of nature can enjoy the countless hiking and biking trails, horseback riding, boating, fly fishing, wakeboarding, kayaking and canoeing, and more. Or you can join a padel or pickleball league if you prefer your outdoor time to be a combination of fun and socializing.

However, the true gem of the summer in Deer Valley East Village has to be the private Marcella Club and the 18-hole championship golf course designed by Tiger Woods. You can learn more about it right here.

If golf isn’t your thing, there are still countless ways to enjoy the summer. Picture farmer’s markets in the plaza, yoga on the terrace, outdoor movie screenings, evening drone shows, and music festivals; that’s just a taste of what you can expect.

Read these posts next to find out what it’s like to live in Deer Valley during the summer:

• Things to Do in the Summer in Park City and Deer Valley
• What are the Best Hiking Trails in Park City?
• Is Park City Good for Mountain Biking?

What to Expect When Buying a Home in Deer Valley East Village?

With several ownership opportunities, there are a variety of communities and price points you can expect. From the stylish and modern condos at Pioche Village starting in the mid $400,000s to the townhomes at Marcella Landing at Deer Valley starting at $8.5 million, those with discerning tastes won’t have trouble finding something that fits.

Deer Valley East Village is by no means lacking in amenities. Depending on the community, you can enjoy simple luxuries like fireside lounges, outdoor spas, private fitness centres, games rooms, and bistro lounges. While residency in other communities includes memberships to exclusive clubs, exclusive access to dining and amenities, and impressive concierge-style services.

When buying a home in Deer Valley and Park City, you have options. Learn about the unique property offerings here:

• What are the Best Gated Communities in Park City and Deer Valley?
• What are the Best Park City Golf Communities?
• Where to Find Horse Properties Around Park City?

Interested in learning more about Deer Valley East Village? Get in touch with the Deer Valley and Park City real estate agents at CFH. We’ve been here since the start, helping countless buyers and sellers achieve their goals.