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Common FAQs
+WHAT CAN WE EXPECT AT CONSTELLATION CREEK?
At Constellation Creek you can return to a simpler time. Here you’ll find a dreamy place where the busy noise of everyday life fades, replaced by the soothing sounds of Mother Nature. Think pure mountain air, days spent relaxing by our babbling creek and magical nights under the starriest sky you’ve ever seen. Check in to one of our charming cabins and know you’ll find a special place to reconnect, relax and be enchanted.
+HOW’S THE WEATHER?
Constellation Creek is located in the Sierra Nevadas at an altitude of 5,194 ft. In winter that often means snow. We urge you to come prepared and always carry snow chains. In the summer expect blue skies and warm sunshiny days. Please note we do not offer refunds of any kind due to the weather. All of our gas fires work off propane, so in the result of a power outage, know you will still be toasty warm.
+IS THERE ANY WIFI?
Constellation Creek is a place to switch off and relax. There are no TVs or WiFi at the ranch and cell reception is weak. In emergencies we have a landline in the main office.
+ANYTHING TO KNOW BEFORE I ARRIVE?
-Check in starts at 4pm and check out is 10am. Sorry, no exceptions.
-We live in a high fire risk area, NO open fires, fireworks, or Chinese lanterns allowed at any time.
-No firearms of any kind are allowed on the property at any time.
-Absolutely no candles inside or outside of the cabins.
-We live in the mountains and the good news is lots of animals do too! That means you may experience bugs and rodents. Leave you door open and these crafty critters may make a beeline for your cabin. Please let us know and we will try and remove them for you. We do not offer refunds for such situations.
-Our water is fed by the spring therefore DO NOT drink the tap water. You will need to bring drinking water with you.
-No additional guests are allowed on the property at any time.
+CAN I BRING MY POOCH?
We love dogs and allow one well-behaved dog per cabin. Sorry multiple dogs are not allowed. We charge a $20 per night fee. Dogs are not allowed on the furniture/beds/ linens/blankets at any time. If you think your pooch can’t be trusted to stay off the blankets PLEASE bring your own to cover the bed at all times.
+ANYTHING WE SHOULD BRING?
DRINKING WATER. Our water is fed by the spring therefore DO NOT drink the tap water. You will need to bring drinking water with you.
GROCERIES. There is a grocery store in Sierraville that carries basic provisions, but we suggest shopping ahead of your arrival. Nearby Truckee has a selection of supermarkets.
CHARCOAL. Each cabin has a private grill, if you would like to cook on it please bring charcoal.
WINTER Carry snow chains at all times in your car. Snow is a regular occurrence and you will not be able to navigate your way in and out of town without them.
SUMMER Lip balm and sun screen are a must to protect against the high altitude sun. Bug spray is also advised.
TOYS We live in an outdoor enthusiasts paradise, so bring your toys. In winter that means skis/boards/snow shoes/xc skis and in summer pack your fishing poles, hiking shoes, bikes and kayaks.
BINOCULARS. We’re lucky birds love staying at the ranch too. Bring your binoculars and maybe you’ll get lucky and spot a Bald Eagle.
+WHAT’S INSIDE THE CABINS?
Our kitchens come with a fridge, oven, French press coffee maker, toaster, utensils, pots, pans and silverware. Flying Fish is our only cabin that does not have a full oven and fridge. Instead it has a toaster oven, hot plate and mini fridge. Tea, coffee, sugar are also provided. Each cabin has a private bathroom with towels, shower, toilet, sink, organic shampoo and body wash. The bedrooms inside the cabin all include a Casper mattress and have luxury 100% Egyptian cotton linens. The soothing sound of the creek and stunning starry skies included in every reservation.
+ARE FIRES ALLOWED?
We have a main fire pit area that management will light on nights when the weather allows. NO lighting of the fires yourself please, we live in a high risk fire zone. Charcoal grills are allowed.
+HOW DO WE FIND YOU?
From the Bay Area/Truckee, Calif.: From Truckee, drive north on CA-89 for aprox 22 miles. Make a sharp left onto Old Truckee Rd opposite the snowmobile shop. Drive 1.2 miles and look for the tree with hanging lanterns. You have arrived!
From Quincy, Calif.: From Quincy, drive east on CA70/CA-89 for 22.9 miles. Turn right on CA-89 and drive 22.8 miles. Turn right to stay on CA-89 and drive one mile. Turn right onto Old Truckee Rd, opposite the snowmobile shop. Drive 1.2 miles and look for the tree with hanging lanterns. You have arrived!
From Reno, Nevada: Drive west on I-80 for 29.6 miles. Take the CA-267 / CA-89 exit- EXIT 188- toward LAKE TAHOE / SIERRAVILLE. Turn right onto CA-89 / TRUCKEE BYP. Continue to follow CA-89 north for aprox 22 miles. Make a sharp left onto Old Truckee Rd, opposite the snowmobile shop. Drive 1.2 miles and look for the tree with hanging lanterns. You have arrived!
Directions from Susanville, Calif.: Start southeast on CA-36 / MAIN ST toward SMALL ST. Continue to follow CA-36 for aprox 4 miles. CA-36 becomes US-395 S. Stay n 395 S. for 56.1 miles. Exit at Hallelujah Junction (CA-70) and turn right toward PORTOLA / QUINCY. Drive 7.9 miles. Turn LEFT onto CA-49 / VINTON LOYALTON RD. Continue to follow CA-49 for 24 miles. Turn LEFT onto CA-89. Drive 1 mile. Make a sharp right onto Old Truckee Rd, opposite the snowmobile shop. Drive 1.2 miles and look for the tree with hanging lanterns. You have arrived!
+WHAT IF WE WANT TO BRING ALL OF OUR FRIENDS?
If you're heading to the mountains with a group of 10 or more, email georgie@constellationcreek.com to discuss pricing.