Moving Mountains
Moving Mountains is a privately held luxury vacation rental manager operating 200+ properties across four Colorado ski destinations (Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek) and a Caribbean yacht charter division, serving affluent family and group travelers through a direct-to-consumer, concierge-led model.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1998
- HeadquartersSteamboat Springs, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
What Moving Mountains does
Moving Mountains is a luxury vacation rental management company operating across four premier Colorado ski destinations — Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Vail, and Beaver Creek — and a Caribbean yacht charter division called Moving Oceans serving the U.S. and British Virgin Islands. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Steamboat Springs, the company manages a portfolio of 200+ curated luxury properties ranging from condominiums to 9,950-square-foot private estates accommodating groups of 8 to 30 guests. Its technology stack is built around third-party SaaS platforms — TrackHS for property management and availability calendars, Salesforce for CRM, and Medallia Concierge for guest feedback — supported by Matterport virtual tours and a Village Connect shuttle integration for Beaver Creek resort transportation.
The company operates a direct-to-consumer, concierge-led go-to-market model: customers book through the company website or by calling one of three regional phone numbers, then are assigned a dedicated Guest Services specialist who handles all aspects of vacation planning, including private chefs, transportation, lift tickets, ski school, and activity reservations. It generates revenue from property management fees on rental bookings, ancillary concierge services, a mandatory $249 Accidental Rental Damage Coverage per reservation, ancillary pet and credit card fees, HOA services, and real estate brokerage through its mm-real-estate.com platform.
Operations are organized through four Colorado-based LLC entities (Moving Mountains Hospitality LLC, Moving Mountains Steamboat LLC, Moving Mountains Vail Valley LLC, Moving Mountains Breckenridge LLC) and a separate Moving Oceans charter division. The company employs 51–100 people, has been featured in Forbes, Condé Nast Traveler, SKI Magazine, USA Today, and The Boston Globe, and serves affluent family travelers, active outdoor enthusiasts, corporate groups, and yacht charter customers via white-glove service rather than self-service booking.
Moving Mountains firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Moving Mountains
- Legal name
- Moving Mountains Inc.
- Website
- https://movingmountains.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1998
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Moving Mountains is a privately held luxury vacation rental manager operating 200+ properties across four Colorado ski destinations (Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek) and a Caribbean yacht charter division, serving affluent family and group travelers through a direct-to-consumer, concierge-led model.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Moving Mountains industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Luxury Vacation Rentals
- NAICS
- Tour Operators (561520), Tour Operators (56152)
- SIC
- Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Mountain & Ski Homes (THAMAAAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Luxury Chalets & Ski-In/Ski-Out Homes (THAMAEAD), Ski & Mountain Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAJ), Mountain & Adventure All-Inclusive Resorts (THAGAKAH), Island, Beach & Resort Travel Agencies (THAKAFAL)
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Where Moving Mountains is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Steamboat Springs
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices5 records
Markets served
Moving Mountains business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Vacation Rental Bookings: Moving Mountains earns revenue through nightly rental fees for luxury vacation properties. The lodging quotes include rent, cleaning fees, and resort fees. Properties range from condominiums to large private homes accommodating 8-30 guests. Pricing varies by property size, location, and season.
- Concierge and Guest Services: Additional revenue streams include arranging personal chef services, chauffeur-driven vehicle service, grocery stocking, activities and restaurant reservations, lift tickets, ski school, and ski/snowboard rentals. These services are arranged through the Guest Services Team for an additional fee.
- Property Management Services: The company manages a portfolio of luxury properties for property owners, offering services including HOA services, property listing, and comprehensive management. This represents a B2B revenue stream from property owner clients.
- Accidental Rental Damage Coverage (ARDC): Mandatory $249 coverage providing up to $20,000 for accidental damage during stays. This represents an ancillary revenue stream.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Nightly Rental Rates (varies by property) |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Accidental Rental Damage Coverage (ARDC) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Pet Cleaning Fee |
| Transaction based/ take rate | Pay-as-you-go | Credit Card Processing Fee |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels9 records
Moving Mountains product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Moving Mountains manages and rents a curated portfolio of luxury vacation homes, residences, and chalets across Colorado's four premier mountain destinations (Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Vail, and Beaver Creek), accommodating groups of 8-30 guests with full-service concierge planning. It also operates a yacht charter division (Moving Oceans) in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands and provides third-party property management services to homeowners. The company emphasizes direct-to-consumer, concierge-driven bookings rather than self-service marketplace rentals.
Product overview
Moving Mountains is a luxury vacation rental and hospitality company operating two distinct divisions: Moving Mountains Alpine (Colorado vacation rentals) and Moving Mountains Oceans (luxury yacht charters). The Alpine division manages a portfolio of premium vacation properties across Colorado's premier mountain destinations (Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Vail, and Beaver Creek), ranging from private homes to luxury condos and chalets. Properties are categorized under the Apex Collection (premium tier), with offerings including private hot tubs, saunas, home theaters, fitness rooms, and ski-in/ski-out access. The company provides comprehensive guest services including concierge planning, shuttle transportation, personal chef services, and activity reservations. The Oceans division extends the luxury hospitality experience to yacht charters in the Caribbean. Additional services include property management for homeowners and real estate services.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Moving Oceans: Luxury yacht charter services operating in the British and U.S. Virgin Islands, offering full-service yacht charter planning.
- The Apex Collection
Products and services
- Moving Mountains Alpine (Colorado Vacation Rentals) Luxury vacation rental property management offering private homes, condos, chalets, and duplexes/townhomes across Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Vail, and Beaver Creek for groups of 8-30 guests with five-star amenities (private hot tubs, ski-in/ski-out, home theaters, gourmet kitchens) and full concierge service.
- Moving Mountains Oceans (Luxury Yacht Charters) Full-service luxury yacht charter planning for the British and U.S. Virgin Islands, offering Caribbean yacht experiences to the same affluent traveler demographic that books the Alpine rentals.
- Vacation Rental Properties Portfolio Individual bookable luxury vacation rental properties across Colorado destinations, featuring amenities such as private hot tubs, saunas, home theaters, fitness rooms, ski-in/ski-out access, and pet-friendly options for groups of 5-32 guests.
- Apex Collection A curated premium sub-brand within the Moving Mountains portfolio representing the most exceptional luxury homes, with premier locations, exceptional design, stunning views, and personalized Apex Experience services including ski logistics, private chefs, and mountain adventures.
- Property Management Services Contracted property management services for luxury vacation homeowners, including portfolio onboarding, residence listing, HOA services, guest services coordination, and an owner log-in portal for performance tracking.
- Real Estate Services Real estate listings and buyer services for Colorado luxury mountain properties, with a partnership program for outside realtors, operated through the separate mm-real-estate.com domain.
Quantifiable outcome
- Large groups from 8-30 guests accommodated in single properties
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Moving Mountains
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Moving Mountains technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
Moving Mountains partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- One Steamboat PlacecoreExclusive property management relationship for luxury residences at One Steamboat Place, a premier ski-in/ski-out property in Steamboat Springs. Moving Mountains manages guest services, reservations, and in-residence amenities for this flagship property complex.
- Edgemont (Steamboat)coreExclusive representation of Edgemont luxury residences in Steamboat Springs, one of the premier condominium complexes in the area with ski-in/ski-out access and high-end finishes.
- Chateau ChamonixminorProperty management partnership for Chateau Chamonix residences in Steamboat Springs, offering luxury accommodations near the ski area.
- Arrowhead Community (Beaver Creek)minorExclusive access to luxury properties within the Arrowhead gated community at Beaver Creek, including exclusive use of community amenities such as pools, hot tubs, tennis courts, and ski locker facilities.
- Crystal Peak LodgeminorProperty management partnership for Crystal Peak Lodge residences at Breckenridge, offering ski-in/ski-out access to the Peak 7 and Peak 8 ski terrain.
- Village Connect (Beaver Creek)minorShuttle service partnership allowing Moving Mountains guests to use the Village Connect app for complimentary transportation within Beaver Creek resort from 7am-midnight.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Moving Mountains competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- AvantStay: Tech-enabled luxury vacation rental manager focused on group-oriented, design-forward properties in resort destinations. Competes directly in the high-end, group-accommodating mountain rental segment that Moving Mountains targets.
- Vacasa: Largest US vacation rental management company with a national portfolio of full-service managed properties. Directly comparable to Moving Mountains as a vertically integrated property manager offering concierge-level service across multiple destinations.
- SkyRun Vacation Rentals: Vacation rental management franchise with strong presence in mountain destinations (including Colorado). Directly comparable as a property management company serving ski resort communities with full-service guest support.
- Sonder: Tech-enabled hospitality operator offering short-stay apartments and boutique accommodations with a tech-forward booking and guest experience platform. Comparable in combining curated, professionally managed short-term lodging with a branded guest experience.
- Evolve: National vacation rental management company with a lighter-touch professional management model across US resort and leisure markets. Comparable in offering full-service management of short-term rental inventory to homeowners.
Broad incumbents
- Vrbo (Expedia Group): Major vacation rental marketplace owned by Expedia Group, serving both standard and luxury segments. Comparable as a broad incumbent distribution channel competing for the same luxury mountain traveler.
- Welk Resorts: Resort and vacation rental operator with a portfolio of mountain and ski-area properties. Comparable as a broader hospitality incumbent serving luxury family travelers in resort destinations.
- Airbnb Luxe: Luxury tier of Airbnb's marketplace offering vetted high-end homes with dedicated trip designers. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering competing luxury vacation rental inventory, with much greater scale and technology platform.
Regional players
- Lodging Solutions (Breckenridge/Vail local managers): Boutique local vacation rental managers operating in Colorado ski markets. Comparable as a regional direct competitor serving overlapping inventory in the same mountain destinations.
Emerging players
- Ski.com: Specialty ski travel agency arranging customized ski vacations including lodging, lift tickets, and transfers. Comparable as an adjacent specialist serving the same affluent ski traveler with bundled experiences.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Valuation estimate
Moving Mountains leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Moving Mountains subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries6 records
Moving Mountains funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Moving Mountains M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Moving Mountains
What does Moving Mountains do?
Moving Mountains manages and rents a curated portfolio of luxury vacation homes, residences, and chalets across Colorado's four premier mountain destinations (Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Vail, and Beaver Creek), accommodating groups of 8-30 guests with full-service concierge planning. It also operates a yacht charter division (Moving Oceans) in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands and provides third-party property management services to homeowners. The company emphasizes direct-to-consumer, concierge-driven bookings rather than self-service marketplace rentals.
Is Moving Mountains a public or private company?
Moving Mountains is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Moving Mountains founded?
Moving Mountains was founded in 1998. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Moving Mountains based?
Moving Mountains is headquartered in Steamboat Springs, United States, in the North America region.
How does Moving Mountains make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Vacation Rental Bookings are the primary driver. The others are concierge and Guest Services, property Management Services and accidental Rental Damage Coverage (ARDC).
Who are Moving Mountains's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are AvantStay, Vacasa, SkyRun Vacation Rentals, Sonder and Evolve. Broad incumbents are Vrbo (Expedia Group), Welk Resorts and Airbnb Luxe. Lodging Solutions (Breckenridge/Vail local managers) is listed as a regional player. Ski.com is listed as an emerging player.
Does Moving Mountains have an API?
No public API is recorded for Moving Mountains.
What industry is Moving Mountains in?
Moving Mountains's product category is Luxury Vacation Rentals. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAMAAAG, Mountain & Ski Homes, with a secondary code of THAMAEAD, Luxury Chalets & Ski-In/Ski-Out Homes. Its NAICS code is 561520 and its SIC code is 7000.