A wonderful part of traveling to Vail Valley, though, is discovering these creature comforts with the help of Avon, CO, vacation rentals. You know what we mean: the ability to cook your own meals ...

When planning a day in Avon, CO, what do you usually think of? Rushing over the whitewater rapids in neighboring Eagle River? Forest bathing along the hiking trails in White River National Forest?

Avon and Edwards are both just west of Vail ... or the poached pear and burrata salad are perfect starters, as is the Colorado bison tartare. Always end with the coconut semifreddo for dessert ...

Looking out over the Beaver Creek Resort from its perch in Avon, Colorado, (roughly 11 miles west of Vail), The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa offers a crisp, clean and classic ski resort experience.

Sunny with a high of 38 °F (3.3 °C). Winds variable at 3 to 6 mph (4.8 to 9.7 kph). Night - Mostly clear. Winds ESE at 6 to 7 mph (9.7 to 11.3 kph). The overnight low will be 15 °F (-9.4 °C ...