The Starry Night Skoolie
School Bus to Swanky Glamp Spot: Billimarie's Wild Ride of a Conversion Journey
Ever daydreamed about ditching the 'burbs for a spunky little abode on wheels? Or maybe lounging in a swanky revamped school bus in the middle of nowhere (but, like, the pretty part of nowhere)?
Our latest fireside chat on Glampaluza stars none other than Billimarie Lubiano Robinson, founder of the Starry Night Skoolie. She spills all the juicy deets about her roller coaster ride of morphing a run-of-the-mill school bus into a boho-chic glamping hotspot. And where is this sweet setup? Ten sun-drenched acres of desert territory near Los Angeles, California. Yes, please!
From taking the wheel of that yellow beast for the first time to becoming a DIY renovating diva thanks to the wisdom of Reddit and Facebook groups, Billimarie's nifty little glamp spot has started drawing a crowd. Turns out folks love dipping their toes into the tiny house trend without blowing their life savings. Plus, Billimarie's injected so much heart and soul into making that bus feel more like a home on wheels, and her guests? They're totally digging the snug, genuine vibe.
Getting Down and Dirty with Sustainable Glamping
Billimarie's not just about the glitz and glam. She's faced off with gnarly challenges like keeping her guests' power-guzzling habits in check with the available solar juice. Plus, she’s managed to create an entire greywater irrigation and garden system that runs from the sink and shower into the small oasis she’s growing in the middle of the desert. And she even developed a compost and humanure system! Talk about eco-friendly. Her current mission? A sewage system and composting setup, aiming to take her botanical bus greenhouse experience to the next level.
A Big, Warm Hug from the Community and Crafting Unique Glamping Experiences
It's not just about Billimarie's groovy glamping spot. She's also been blown away by the big, warm hug she's received from the local community. We're talking other green-thumbed enthusiasts donating compost and seeds, and one plant-loving angel even gifted her a bunch of potted beauties. She also had a good chuckle recounting a quirky tale about the time her family were mistaken for pot-thieving bandits while they were actually just planting trees on their plot.
And her sage advice for wannabe and current glampsite maestros? Focus on making your place so darn unique and lovable that guests will be tripping over themselves to come back. Taking the path less traveled and letting your imagination run wild might just make your glamping spot irresistible to an adventurous clientele.
In a Nutshell
Billimarie's roller coaster ride of transforming a school bus into a sustainable glamping sanctuary is nothing short of inspiring for anyone itching to create a unique and unforgettable experience for their guests. Embrace the offbeat, soak up wisdom from your community, and keep sustainability in your sights. That’s how you create a glamping experience that's a cut above the rest.
You’ve got to see this place to believe it… better yet, book a stay and go have an adventure of your own at the Starry Night Skoolie.
