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Everyone dreams of slipping away to a beautiful vacation spot that's perfect for relaxing, playing and recharging the battery every now and then. It helps if this place is warm and sunny, with plenty of fun activities and delicious food options.
For Utahns, St. George is perhaps the biggest no-brainer when it comes to a getaway that checks all of these boxes.
First, St. George is a feast for the eyes. Everywhere you look, this place stuns you with its natural beauty. You're surrounded by towering red rock formations, desert landscapes, mountains, canyons and the best sunsets and sunrises you could ask for.
If you're the active type, you'll never run out of things to do here. The area is renowned for its outdoor recreation, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, camping, swimming, trail riding and more. It's known as "The Gateway to Zion" because it's so close to Zion National Park, but you're also not far from the Grand Canyon and other jaw-dropping natural wonders. Getting bored just isn't an option.
Sure, the heat can get a little spicy in the summertime, but the winters are mild, which can make it a welcome retreat for those up north who are looking to escape the cold and inversion.
And don't worry — you'll also get your fill of delicious food. Whether it's the mouth-watering tacos at Angelica's Mexican Grill, a wood-fired pizza from Riggatti's, the unforgettably flavorful dishes at Red Fort Cuisine of India or anything else on Tripadvisor's list, you won't go hungry.
The only question is: Where will you stay? Fraxioned has the answer — and you'll wish you would have heard of it sooner.
Own a piece of paradise
The problem with most vacation homes is that you wind up paying full price for a place you only visit a few times a year. Luckily, Fraxioned's unique fractional ownership model solves that problem.
As you can probably guess from the name, fractional ownership means you can enjoy all the benefits of a vacation home at a fraction of the price. Instead of owning an entire vacation home, you share ownership costs and vacation time with others. For example, as a one-eighth owner, you'd get 44 days, or six weeks, in St. George each year.
But the financial savings is just one perk of fractional ownership. On top of extra money in your pocket, you'll have extra time to enjoy yourself because Fraxioned takes care of all of the management and maintenance needs. Let them do the busy work — you just relax.
Take your savings up a notch
If you want to offset your ownership costs further, Fraxioned allows you to rent out any of your unused time. You won't have to worry about packing all 44 vacation days into one calendar year if it doesn't fit your schedule; Fraxioned can just list any nights you're not using for rent on nightly rental sites. Given St. George's popularity as a family-friendly getaway, nightly rental options are always in demand.
No, it's not a timeshare
Though it sounds similar to a traditional timeshare, fractional ownership has a few key differences. First, timeshares typically limit your vacation time to a set period every year. With Fraxioned, you get more flexibility with scheduling plus the ability to rent out unused nights. Through their LLC structure, you're also a direct part owner of the property, which comes with its own benefits.
"Unlike a timeshare, fractional homeownership properties follow the real estate market values and have the benefit of increasing property value as the overall market increases," David Harris of Coldwell Banker Warburg told Forbes. "So, if the fractional property you own increases in value during your ownership, you can sell for profit."
It's an investment opportunity, which makes it more than just a vacation home.
Hear what current owners are saying
If you're worried that the Fraxioned ownership model sounds too good to be true, just listen to what current owners are saying about their experience.
"Shared ownership has been such a blessing to our family," one Fraxioned owner wrote on Google. "It has allowed us to affordably vacation to the same place every year while keeping our investment safe. Fraxioned does a great job!"
Another said, "What an experience!! … The team at Fraxioned is so helpful and is always available to handle any needs we have, big or small. We own three shares in two different properties and it is one of the best decisions we have made for our family."
Find your dream vacation home in sunny St. George
Fraxioned makes owning a vacation home in St. George an accessible and hassle-free experience. Embrace the luxury of fractional ownership and make St. George your family's favorite vacation destination! Check out the currently available listings at fraxioned.com.
