Our Story

In the early 1980s, Avon was just beginning to emerge as a year-round mountain town. Beaver Creek Resort was taking shape nearby, and with it came a bold new idea: a ski condominium community designed to make alpine living more accessible. That idea became The Christie Lodge.

Originally conceived as a 280-unit ski condo complex, the property was built quickly and ingeniously. Modular units were transported to Avon by railroad and assembled on site using cranes, creating a distinctive lodge-style community just minutes from the slopes.

The name Christie comes from a classic skiing term, “stem christie,” a technique used to turn skis downhill. It was a fitting choice for a property rooted in ski culture and mountain tradition.

Inspired by a trip to the Swiss Alps, the developers encountered a new approach to shared property ownership. That idea transformed The Christie Lodge from a traditional condominium model into a vacation ownership resort, allowing families to return to the same place, year after year.

Like many legacy resorts, the early years came with challenges. In 1988, a turning point arrived when the Board of Directors brought in Lynn Weas, founder of Resort Advisory Group, whose leadership helped stabilize and revitalize the lodge.

Today, The Christie Lodge is proudly managed by its Owners Association and guided by an elected Board of Directors. While much has evolved, the heart of the lodge remains the same: spacious all-suite accommodations, a welcoming atmosphere, and a place families love returning to.