As a published architectural/interiors/hospitality photographer for over 25 years, traveling extensively, and enjoying a lifestyle of hospitality with my wife, who is an accomplished classical pianist and chamber musician, we both decided to take the proverbial fork in the road and start new careers in Blue Ridge. Our love of hospitality, making people feel warm and welcome, and surrounding them with exceptional views and luxurious amenities were the impetus for the creation of our company - a desire to share with others the very things we love to do and the way we love to live. In addition, Lissa is a member of the Blue Ridge Chamber Music Festival where she performs classical piano concerts, chamber music or solo piano, 2-3 times a year in Blue Ridge at St. Luke's Episcopal Church.
We are truly a family business as our two children are actively and passionately involved. Having grown up in this business since they learned how to walk, Taylor was our star reservation specialist, assistant manager, and part of our marketing team during her high school years, but she is currently pursuing an English degree at Hillsdale College in Hillsdale, Michigan, one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country. While at college, she continues to be actively involved in our marketing endeavors. Travis enjoys being out in the field, learning all he can about each cabin along with outfitting each cabin with the appropriate technology. From inspecting cabins, troubleshooting the technology, and accomplishing doable maintenance tasks for a 13-year-old, Travis is gaining an education and experience for the future. It gives us great joy to be able to give our children a sense of duty, accomplishment, and pride in what they do.
Our family personally built a few of the luxury cabins in our portfolio, from handsome 2-bedroom cabins to luxurious 5-bedroom lodges. Personally designing and tweaking the floor plans, constructing and decorating the interiors of 10 cabins has set the standard for our luxury brand. Applying more than 25 years of experience as an architectural photographer to each property has distinguished each home in our growing portfolio with breathtaking views and luxurious interiors. These personal luxury cabins have set the standard of excellence for our property management program.