Built In The Rockies. Structured For Long-Term Value.
Chase Merritt was founded in 2005 with a vision to create an integrated real estate investment and development platform in markets where the firm holds differentiated local expertise. Today, that foundation powers the launch of the Telluride Legacy Fund, targeting premium opportunities in America's premier mountain resort.
Founded by Chad Horning and with deep roots in Telluride, Colorado, Chase Merritt operates through its affiliates in fund management, development, and asset management-delivering local knowledge paired with institutional discipline across the full investment lifecycle.
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Chase Merritt is structured as a fully integrated real estate platform spanning fund management, development, and asset management. This model enables disciplined sourcing, execution, and long-term stewardship of high-quality assets.
With decades of hands-on experience and longstanding presence in the Telluride region, the firm combines institutional rigor with authentic local fluency at every stage.
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Telluride Legacy Fund
Building Exceptional Hospitality Experiences in America's Premier Mountain Resort
The vision is to shape a collection of enduring destinations rooted in the character, scarcity, and long-term appeal of the Telluride region.
Rather than chasing broad growth, the platform is focused on creating exceptional hospitality, thoughtful placemaking, and operating businesses that elevate the guest experience while strengthening the local ecosystem.
It is a long-view strategy built around design quality, local fluency, and disciplined stewardship from sourcing through operations.