
Vail Opening Day 2026: Your Guide to the Start of the Season in Vail and Beaver Creek
Vail opens Nov. 13 and Beaver Creek Nov. 25. See what's new this season, opening-week events, and how locals plan the first weeks of winter.

In 2025, Patrick Barrett ranked #14 in individual sales production among more than 800 agents in the Vail Valley, closing over $63M in annual sales.

Cordillera, Edwards · $4,995,000
Perched atop one of the most extraordinary view lots in the entire Vail Valley, 115 Alhambra offers a rare opportunity to experience mountain living at its finest. Overlooking the prestigious Cordillera Divide neighborhood, this exceptional residence captures panoramic vistas stretching from the Gore Range and Vail's Game Creek Bowl to Mount of the Holy Cross, New York Mountain, and the Sawatch Range.
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Patrick began his career in 2011 on the development sales team for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Vail. Before real estate, he was Head of International Communications & Marketing for Vail Resorts, leading expansion efforts across Latin American and European markets.
In 2019, his $19 million sale of 424 Forest Road was nominated for an Inman Golden I Award for Best Mountain Sale. An avid skier, hiker and cyclist, he lives in EagleVail with his family.
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Patrick Barrett was highly recommended to us by a broker in another city. After having worked with Patrick on multiple transactions over the course of the last 3 years, we understand why he has a national reputation. We feel very lucky to have had him in our corner as he always looked out for our best interest and maximized value at every opportunity, no matter how big or small. His depth of knowledge on each and every property and the surrounding area was invaluable. If you are looking for an honest, hard-working agent that is super responsive and always available, Patrick is your guy! We have “paid it forward” and referred him numerous times and will without a doubt use him again when the opportunity arises.
Patrick Barrett was amazing to work with! He is responsive to questions and many times gave advice as what needed to be done to the property to get the most money possible. We look forward to working with him again!
We can't thank Patrick Barrett enough for making our dream come true by finding us a home in the Vail Valley. Aside from finding the right home, we needed to find the right location in the Vail Valley. When we found the right home Patrick made sure we got it. He helped us make the right decisions to submit an offer that would be accepted and supported us every step of the way to make sure we closed on the perfect home. Patrick and his team made sure the closing went smoothly. More importantly, we felt comfortable. We felt supported, listened to and confident with every decision we made. We would not think twice before working with Patrick in the future and would highly recommend him for others looking to buy or sell a property in the Vail Valley. Thank you for making our dream a reality
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Vail opens Nov. 13 and Beaver Creek Nov. 25. See what's new this season, opening-week events, and how locals plan the first weeks of winter.

Your local guide to fall in the Vail Valley. Best hikes, scenic drives, mountain bike trails, and paddleboarding spots for leaf peeping season, from Patrick Barrett at Compass Vail.

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