The 9 best places to buy a mountain vacation home in the US.

The mountains have always been an attractive refuge for travelers, allowing them to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Conservationist John Muir, who helped create several national parks, once said: "We are in the mountains, and they are in us, kindling enthusiasm, making every nerve tremble, filling every pore and cell in our bodies." His poetic description perfectly illustrates the mysterious influence that mountains have on us. And it's no wonder more and more people are looking to relocate and buy real estate in one of the many mountain ranges stretching across the country.

Suncadia, Washington state

A few hours from Seattle lies Suncadia, surrounded by more than 6,000 acres of land with abundant mountain scenery that attracts secondary home buyers looking for a peaceful year-round vacation and luxury resort amenities. "I've lived in this community since 2010 and love the year-round resort," Susan West, a John L. Broker, shared with Travel + Leisure in the post. Scott Real Estate, Luxury Portfolio International. "The area has many walking, biking and hiking trails, several community pools with membership opportunities, golf courses, wineries, playgrounds, tennis courts and many events taking place throughout the year." West explained that several of her recent home deals have closed above the price tag, with one buyer making an offer of $2.6 million after viewing the property via FaceTime.

Snowmass Village, Colorado

"One of the most beautiful views in the Roaring Fork Valley is the drive to Snowmass Village from Highway 82 when you turn the corner and see thousands of sparkling lights lining the mountains. It's our own Woodville," said Walker Moriarty, a broker with Aspen Snowmass Sotheby's International Realty. Located just eight miles west of Aspen, Snowmass Village is a quieter, family-friendly and more affordable alternative to its well-known neighbor.

Asheville, North Carolina

The Blue Ridge Mountains in Asheville create the perfect backdrop for hiking, skiing, world-class mountain biking and fishing on American Black Bass. And for those not willing to compromise on urban amenities, Asheville provides the perfect balance between idyllic mountain scenery and a rich cultural and entertainment scene. Downtown Asheville's restaurants are some of the best in the southeastern United States, and its numerous breweries make it a great choice for beer lovers. "Increased buyer demand over the past few years has created a competitive market with limited supply," said Alec Kentley of Premier Sotheby's International Realty. "As Asheville Regional Airport has expanded with daily flights to a number of cities across the country, many buyers have entered the local market simply for access. You can wake up in Asheville and within hours you can be flying directly to one of the largest cities in the United States, including Miami, New York, Houston, Denver and Chicago.".