The Developer
A commitment to excellence, a history of experience and a deep connection to Steamboat
Commitment
The development group, Elk River Partners, insisted the focus be on sustainability, quality and excellent design, making Marabou truly special. Exemplifying their commitment to the project and financial strength, the developer has completed all infrastructures, utilities, central water system, trails, river restoration and all community buildings and hired staff equally committed to excellence. Marabou stands alone at the top of ranch preservation communities.
Experience Counts
Managing partner Jeff Tempe is a fourth-generation Steamboat Springs native. He is a former All American ski racer at the University of Colorado. His father, Jim Temple, founded the Steamboat Ski Resort, and was inducted into the Colorado Ski Hall of Fame in 2006. His great grandfather is F.M. Light and Sons, the first western mercantile store in Steamboat Springs established in 1905. Jeff also founded Spyder Skiwear. He is currently known throughout the development community for award-winning projects focused on environmental stewardship. For the last decade, Jeff has been creating environmentally sensitive living areas throughout Colorado including Storm Mountain Ranch in Steamboat Springs, winner of the Governor’s Smart Growth Award.
Our Roots Run Deep
Managing partner Jeff Temple is a fourth-generation Steamboat Springs native. His father, Jim Temple, founded the Steamboat Ski Resort, and was inducted into the Colorado Ski Hall of Fame in 2006. His great grandfather is F.M. Light, who founded F.M. Light and Sons, the first western mercantile store in Steamboat Springs. Established in 1905, the store is still family-run today.
Sustainable
Marabou is proud to have been awarded "Sustainable Business of the Year" by the Steamboat Chamber of Commerce in 2007. We cherish the land and respect the environment, and we are committed to green building and continued agricultural production on the land.
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