“It’s a huge campfire. I can’t tell you how many laughs and memories and friendships have been forged around that fire. It’s where people gather, we all look at the stars. The sky is the best sky I’ve ever seen in my life.”
We’re in great company with Georgie Bisval, Co-Founder and Owner of Constellation Creek, a magical place for people to switch off, gather, create and reconnect with nature and life’s simple pleasures in the quiet corners of California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Back in 2019, Georgie and her husband, Sebastian stumbled across six acres of stunning forestland, creekside cabins and star-filled sky views in need of stewarding. Since then, they’ve poured intention, love and care into their outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, creating a tranquil base to disconnect from the chatter of everyday life, relax and rebalance.
In this episode, Georgie shares about her family’s pursuit and purpose behind Constellation Creek, the cozy and eclectic touches that make a stay in the modern cabins memorable, nature’s playground where kids and pets roam free, and the starry skies and soothing sound of the babbling creek included in every reservation.
Top Takeaways
[1:22] From growing up in Scotland and England, to traveling the world with a career in journalism, to pursuing a dream to own a place where creatives, art lovers and musicians could gather.
[7:33] As two entrepreneurial spirits with different strengths, Georgie and Sebastian are the perfect pair to own their own family business.
[8:50] Why nature is the best gift to give a child.
[10:38] Don’t expect WiFi when you visit Constellation Creek and there’s a reason why.
[16:40] Upon first view of a winding creek, a 10 year search for a property finally came to an end.
[21:10] What to expect when you stay at Constellation Creek, from the comforts of home to the nostalgia of record players.
[24:06] A glimpse at the natural beauty of gathering around a fire, watching for shooting stars, and the adventures to be had around the creek.
[27:00] “Look up” at the sky and at one another.
[30:12] The seasonal changes bring out the best that Mother Nature has to offer. From bird watching to swimming in lakes, the changing of the leaves to powder days full of winter sports.
[37:55] The mountain town of Truckee is the perfect pit stop on the way to Constellation Creek.
[40:07] How Georgie and Sebastian plan to broaden their dream and open their doors to disadvantaged children.
Notable Mentions
- Coffeebar
- Webber Falls
- Lakes Basin
- Truckee Food Stop
- Moody’s Bistro Bar & Beats
- New Moon Natural Foods
- The Drifter’s Table
- Sierra Hot Springs
