Getting to Telluride

Parking at Vivid Vacation Rentals in Mountain Village

Many Vivid Vacation Rentals properties in Mountain Village include parking on-site, whether in a garage, driveway, HOA lot, or designated building parking area. This is common for condo communities and private homes, but restrictions can vary depending on the building or neighborhood. For guests staying at properties such as Terraces, Blue Mesa, Mountain Lodge, or private homes, we recommend confirming the number of included spaces before arrival, especially if your group is traveling with more than one vehicle.

Common guest questions usually include:

• How many vehicles are allowed?

• Is the parking covered or uncovered?

• Is there garage clearance for larger SUVs?

• Is there guest or overflow parking nearby?

• Can additional vehicles park overnight?

Public Parking in Mountain Village

Mountain Village has several public parking options that may help if your rental has limited parking or your group is arriving in multiple vehicles. The Town of Mountain Village’s official parking resources identify the main public options as the Gondola Parking Garage, Heritage Parking Garage, and Meadows Parking Lot. Paid public overnight parking is allowed in the Gondola Parking Garage and Heritage Parking Garage.

Gondola Parking Garage

The Gondola Parking Garage is one of the main public parking facilities in Mountain Village and is a useful option for guests who want access near the village core and gondola area. The Town’s parking information states that overnight parking is allowed here, with published overnight pricing for vehicles and oversized vehicles/RVs. The Town has also identified this garage as a key parking area near the village center, and it has EV infrastructure including Tesla Superchargers.

Heritage Parking Garage

The Heritage Parking Garage is another public parking option in Mountain Village, including paid overnight parking. Town notices also reference it as an evening and event parking option near the core.

Meadows Parking Lot

The Meadows Parking Lot is especially relevant for guests looking for parking near the chondola/gondola access, since the Town states it is the closest parking lot to the bottom of the chondola. However, overnight parking in the Meadows is generally prohibited without the appropriate resident pass or permit.

Overnight Parking in Mountain Village

If you need overnight parking in Mountain Village, the safest general guidance is this: public overnight parking is available in the Gondola Parking Garage and Heritage Parking Garage, while overnight parking in the Meadows Lot is restricted and generally prohibited without the appropriate pass. Policies and pricing can change seasonally, especially in winter, so guests should verify the latest rules before arrival.

This matters most for:

• groups arriving in multiple cars,

• guests meeting separately,

• travelers renting a car in addition to using airport transportation,

• and winter visitors who prefer covered parking.

Parking Near the Gondola in Mountain Village

If your priority is parking near the gondola in Mountain Village, the Town’s transportation page notes that the Meadows Parking Lot is the closest lot to the bottom of the chondola. Public garages in the village core can also be practical depending on where you need to go once you arrive.

For guests staying in Mountain Village, this is useful if you:

• want easier ski access,

• plan to head into Telluride via gondola,

• or need a backup plan for an extra vehicle.

Winter Parking in Mountain Village

Winter is when parking gets trickier. The Town of Mountain Village adopted winter parking rates and policies for the 2025–2026 season, including daytime winter parking rates in the Gondola Parking Garage and Meadows Lot, plus seasonal enforcement and overnight rules. Town materials say the policy changes were intended to manage high winter demand and reduce congestion from single-occupancy vehicles in key lots.

For Vivid guests, the biggest winter parking pain points are usually:

• limited extra vehicle parking,

• not realizing some lots are not valid for overnight parking,

• garage clearance for larger SUVs,

• snow removal restrictions,

• and assuming all parking in Mountain Village is free.

EV Charging in Mountain Village

If you drive an electric vehicle, Mountain Village has charging infrastructure available. The Town states there is an eight-post Tesla Supercharger station at the Gondola Parking Garage, plus additional ChargePoint charging in Heritage Parking Garage and the southwest corner of the Meadows Parking Lot. The Town also notes that ChargePoint stations are billed per kWh and that additional fees can apply after a grace period once a vehicle is fully charged.

Helpful Things Vivid Guests Should Know

If you are staying with Vivid Vacation Rentals in Mountain Village, here are the main things to keep in mind:

1. Confirm your included parking before arrival

Some condos and lodges may include only one space, while larger homes may have more flexibility.

2. If you are bringing more than one vehicle, plan ahead

Public garages may be the easiest backup if your rental’s parking is limited. Paid overnight parking is generally available in the Gondola and Heritage garages.

3. Winter visitors should expect stricter parking enforcement

Winter parking demand is higher, and public lots may follow seasonal rate structures and overnight restrictions.

4. Gondola access parking is available, but not every lot works the same way

The Meadows lot is closest to the chondola, but it is not the best assumption for overnight use.

5. EV drivers have options

Mountain Village has both Tesla Superchargers and ChargePoint stations.