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Elevating the Mountain Experience: The Alpine Club Brings a New Era of Private Luxury to Telluride

BY MATTHEW KENNEDY | OCTOBER 10, 2025

Telluride, long celebrated for its cinematic peaks and laid-back sophistication, is about to welcome a new icon of mountain living. Set at a breathtaking 10,540 feet within San Sophia Station, The Alpine Club will debut as Telluride’s first fully private, on-mountain club—an inspired four-season retreat designed for those who view the mountains not just as a destination, but as a way of life.

Developed by Southworth, the family-owned operator behind some of the world’s most renowned private clubs, The Alpine Club marks the company’s official entry into the mountain lifestyle space. The project, created in partnership with longtime Telluride residents Scott and Lauren Woodward, will occupy a 26,000-square-foot property that redefines what it means to live and play Telluride.

Poised between downtown Telluride and Mountain Village, The Alpine Club is envisioned as a high-altitude basecamp for exploration, wellness, and meaningful connection. The design pairs Telluride’s rugged alpine spirit with Southworth’s signature brand of intentional hospitality—a combination that ensures each experience feels both indulgent and authentic.

Inside, members will find an elegant balance of mountain modernity and handcrafted detail. The interior design, led by Pembrooke & Ives, draws inspiration from the area’s raw natural beauty and western heritage. Weathered woods, aged metals, and hand-stitched saddle leathers define the tactile warmth of the club’s aesthetic, while floor-to-ceiling windows frame 360-degree views of the San Juan Mountains.