Ski Home, Stay Elevated: A Two-Story Empire Pass Penthouse built for Entertaining

PARK CITY, Utah — There are ski-in/ski-out homes and then there are residences that feel inseparable from the mountain itself. Empire Residences Penthouse 404 is firmly in the latter category. Positioned high above the slopes in Deer Valley’s coveted Empire Pass, this fully furnished, two-story penthouse delivers a rare combination of scale, privacy, and front-row ski access, all wrapped in refined mountain-modern design.

Step inside and the setting immediately commands attention. Soaring 25-foot ceilings and walls of glass flood the open living space with natural light, framing perfectly groomed ski runs to the west and expansive down-valley and mountain views to the east. On a bluebird day, it’s easy to imagine carving Deer Valley corduroy and skiing directly home, the Silver Strike Express chairlift just steps from the door.

Designed for both everyday comfort and memorable gatherings, the penthouse spans five bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths, including two primary suites anchored by marble-surround gas fireplaces. Evenings here unfold effortlessly: kids settle into the private media room while adults soak in the warm bubbling hot tub water while watching the stars sparkle over the runs they skied earlier. A game of pool begins in the lofted game space, and guests drift between the custom wine cellar and the expansive outdoor deck heated for snow melt. 

Empire Residences enhances the lifestyle with a welcoming arrival lounge, aprés-ski pub, fitness room, ski locker facilities, and an outdoor ski patio with a fire pit designed to extend the mountain day long after the last chair. Ownership also includes the opportunity to access the coveted Talisker Club, opening the door to championship golf, multiple clubhouses, dining, spas, family programming, and warm-weather adventures from Jordanelle boating to the Outpost experience.

Looking ahead, the location is poised to become even more compelling. While median sales price for Empire Pass condominiums increased by 23% in 2025 and 137% in the past five years, this momentum cannot be ignored. The Deer Valley East Village expansion more than doubled the resort’s skiable terrain this year, adding nearly 100 new runs, 10 new chairlifts, and the East Village Express Gondola. Future plans include esplanades, 30+ restaurants, and over 40 curated shops signaling a new era of alpine village living just moments from Empire Pass. 

At Penthouse 404, luxury isn’t just about finishes or square footage. It’s about skiing home, sharing a great bottle of wine, watching the snow fall beyond floor-to-ceiling windows, and knowing you’re exactly where you want to be in Park City’s most enduring mountain enclave.

Julie Snyder is an experienced real estate professional who serves as a lifestyle resource for clients looking to buy or sell in the Park City area, offering luxury real estate services backed by the power of a global brand. The founder of Inhabit Park City and a sales agent at Summit Sotheby’s International Realty, Julie aims to understand her clients’ needs and lifestyles before pairing them with carefully curated options that fulfill their criteria and wishes. Julie describes herself as honest, analytical, and passionate. Utilizing market data, strong negotiation skills, and effective communication, Julie easily navigates Utah’s competitive real estate market. She views herself as a relocation specialist and proudly shares her deep local knowledge of the area’s schools, neighborhoods, restaurants, clubs, and outdoor experiences.