At The Porches, the Galluzzos own their home; whole ownership ranges from $1.7 to $2.6 million. Some of their neighbors have chosen Private Residence Club Ownership starting at $340,000—one-eighth shared ownership for six weeks of annual vacation, with additional access based on availability. They can choose four- or five-bedroom homes or townhomes, ranging from 4,026 to 5,019 square feet. With this, they obtain exchange privileges, allowing four of the six weeks to be traded for vacations in other premium destinations. “The Porches is successful because it offers gorgeous mountain homes in an ideal location that suits your family,” Shugart says. “In addition, it offers great service, amenities and a strong sense of community, so that each visit is an opportunity to create memories and
experiences that tantalize the senses.”
When the Galluzzo family isn’t on their porches, they’re often in the Barn—a 6,000-sq.-ft. onsite amenities center with floors made of reclaimed wood from an 1883 barn and a large stone fireplace, bringing together residents and guests. Outside is a heated pool with a view of Mount Werner, a Jacuzzi, a gas grill for cookouts and a gas fire-pit for roasting s’mores and enjoying the stars on cool high-country nights. An adjacent deck provides lounging and entertaining opportunities.
The Porches’ exercise facility provides Nautilus cardio- and weight-training equipment with a flat-screen television. A steam room is adjacent. In the facility, the Galluzzos can store their skis and other items. Their grandchildren, in particular, enjoy the game room with its television, DVD player, Wii and Game Cube. And, the adults have wireless Internet communitywide and an onsite business center with a computer station printer and fax.
Moreover, a resort-level concierge can coordinate activities like ballooning, hikes, bike rides, restaurant reservations, pre-arrival grocery shopping, tennis at the center in town, tee times at four local courses and other activities. A year-round private shuttle service takes the Galluzzos to and from the ski resort and into town for shopping or dinner.
The Porches staff is like family, says Joann. “They instill an atmosphere that’s so family-oriented. I think that’s why people enjoy [it] here so much; there’s such a low-key neighborly feeling. That’s what made us settle here. We wouldn’t have bought here if we didn’t think everyone in the family would enjoy it.”
Dom recalls: “One of my favorite memories of our Porches house is the time we had 18 people staying together under one roof for a holiday gathering. Despite all the people and chaos, it was still incredibly comfortable and joyful because there was enough room for us to all have our own space. My daughter made several incredible family meals, and we ate together in the dining room, played together in the game room and enjoyed the pool and Barn building. It was a rare chance to truly enjoy one another.”
Interior Designer: Kay Combs
Co-Developers: Richard Dean, Shane Evans and Bruce Shugart
Total Square Feet: 4,189
