Community spotlight · 2026
ROAM Winter Park: the most exciting new development in Grand County -- and what it means for buyers and sellers
The Real Estate Company - Mountain Division
New development · Winter Park, CO · New construction · 2026
If you've driven into Winter Park from Denver recently, you've probably noticed something happening on the south end of town -- new buildings going up, a community taking shape along the Fraser River, and a neighborhood energy that feels genuinely different from anything else in Grand County. That's ROAM. And if you're thinking about buying or selling real estate in Winter Park, it's worth understanding what this development actually is, what it offers, and why it matters for the broader market.
"More flannel, less fur." That's ROAM's tagline -- and honestly, it captures the vibe better than any square footage number could.
So what exactly is ROAM?
ROAM is a master-planned, mixed-use community situated at the gateway to Winter Park -- literally the first neighborhood you pass as you come into town from Denver. It sits at the south end of Winter Park along the Fraser River, surrounded by Arapaho National Forest, with direct trail access, river frontage, and walking distance to downtown shops, restaurants, and the Hideaway Park event center.
The development is the brainchild of Fraser River Land Co., an affiliate owned by Bob and Suzanne Fanch -- the same family behind Devil's Thumb Ranch. Chief Revenue Officer Brian Ripley describes ROAM as designed to be approximately 550 to 600 dwelling units total, including condos, townhomes, and single-family homes across four distinct ecosystems within the community. Think of it less like a typical subdivision and more like a thoughtfully designed mountain neighborhood built from the ground up.
ROAM is composed of four distinct ecosystems, each with its own character -- and energy-efficient homes mindful of their surroundings that add to Winter Park's charm. The community is designed around the idea that you shouldn't have to choose between the mountains and the conveniences of town -- you get both, right here.
What's available -- the four product lines
Wayfarer
From $825,000
Winter Park's flagship condo offering. Two boutique four-story buildings -- Wayfarer North and South -- with 12 units each. 1BR through 3BR+den penthouses with resort and town views.
MeadowGlades
Contact for pricing
32 single-family homes inspired by the historic Beaver's Lodge aesthetic. Contemporary mountain design with vaulted ceilings and flexible living for families or lock-and-leave owners.
Wilds 360
From low $2M
Single-family mountain modern homes designed for serious adventurers. Three bedrooms plus bunk room, panoramic views, and premium finishes throughout.
The Row
Walking distance to all
In-town townhomes steps from shops, restaurants, and the future gondola station. Paved trail connection to downtown and resort. Free town shuttle access included.
Mountain lots are also coming -- ROAM's next phases of residential offerings will include Mountain Homes that offer an easy walk to town and to ROAM's amenities with the privacy of single-family living. If you've been asking about mountain lot availability, that phase is on the horizon -- reach out to David Taylor directly at ROAM for the most current release timeline.
The community clubhouse -- this is a big deal
One of the things that sets ROAM apart from every other new development in Winter Park is the community clubhouse currently under construction. This isn't a mailbox room with a ping pong table. ROAM's clubhouse is a full resort amenity package included in your ownership.
- Outdoor pool and hot tub
- Private fishing pond on the property
- Ice skating pond in winter
- Fitness center
- Firepits, outdoor grills, and picnic areas
- Gathering and event space inspired by the historic Beaver Village Lodge architecture
The Community Clubhouse will incorporate key architectural elements of the historic Beaver Village Lodge and is designed as a gathering place for friends and family, small groups, events, and a headquarters for exercise and recreation. Membership is included for all ROAM owners -- it's not an add-on fee, it's part of what you're buying into.
The Fraser River runs right through it
This is one of the details that makes ROAM feel genuinely special rather than just another new construction community. The Fraser River runs right through ROAM, and the Fraser River Trail provides a paved connection to downtown Winter Park and Winter Park Resort. In winter, the trail offers a packed Nordic ski track. You can walk, bike, or ski directly from your front door to town or to the resort -- without getting in a car.
600 Total planned dwelling units at build-out -- condos, townhomes & single-family
4 Distinct ecosystems within the community -- each with its own character
0.5% Real estate transfer assessment per sale -- contributes to town affordable housing fund
The gondola connection -- why ROAM's location is exceptionally well-timed
ROAM sits directly adjacent to the future gondola station site
The Row and Wayfarer are within walking distance of the future site of the planned in-town Winter Park Gondola Station -- a 10-person cabin system running nearly two miles from Cooper Creek Square to the base of Winter Park Resort, with construction targeted to begin as early as summer 2026. When that gondola opens, properties walkable to the station will see a fundamental shift in how they're valued. ROAM is positioned directly in that corridor.
Think about what that means practically: right now, owning in ROAM means you drive or shuttle to the resort. When the gondola opens, you walk out your front door, hop a 10-person gondola cabin, and you're on the mountain. That's the difference between "close to the resort" and "connected to the resort" -- and in the vacation rental world especially, that distinction is worth real money in nightly rates and occupancy.
Four ecosystems -- one community
National Forest access
ROAM abuts the Arapaho National Forest and the Idlewild Trail System directly -- hiking and mountain biking trails accessible from the neighborhood itself, not a drive away.
River community
The Fraser River runs through the property, offering fly fishing, riverside walks, and a connection to the broader Fraser River Trail corridor linking Winter Park to Fraser.
In-town walkability
Paved trail connection to downtown shops, restaurants, Hideaway Park, and the event center -- no car needed for most daily errands or evening plans.
Remote work ready
High-speed fiber connectivity is built into ROAM's infrastructure -- making it a genuine full-time or remote work option, not just a weekend retreat.
What ROAM means for buyers and sellers in Winter Park
If you're buying
ROAM offers something Winter Park hasn't had before -- a purpose-built neighborhood designed for the way people actually want to live in the mountains in 2026. New construction with modern mountain-modern finishes, community amenities, Fraser River access, and a location that will only become more valuable as the gondola and Alterra's broader development story matures. Pre-selling is active now across multiple product lines. The time to get in on pricing is before the gondola breaks ground -- not after.
If you're selling
ROAM's new construction is establishing price benchmarks -- Wilds 360 single-family homes starting from the low $2Ms, Wayfarer condos from $825,000 -- that affect how every comparable property in the surrounding area is valued. If you own property in Winter Park that could be marketed as walkable to ROAM, walkable to the gondola corridor, or comparable to the new construction aesthetic, that context matters for how your listing is positioned and priced.
