A Dream Built by Sisters, Powered by the Sun

Heather Zimmer
Jul 15
2 min read

Some solar projects begin with a roof.

This one began with two sisters.

Years of annual trips together inspired Mary Gregoire and Lisa Bakke to create a place where people could slow down, reconnect, and experience everything Oregon wine country has to offer. That dream became The Olive Branch Botel—a one-of-a-kind boutique destination in Dundee built from thoughtfully designed shipping containers.

When it came time to power that dream, they chose solar.

Building for the Future

Projects like The Olive Branch don't happen overnight. They take years of planning, thoughtful decisions, and the right partners along the way.

After taking the time to explore their options, Mary and Lisa chose to install a 25.08 kW solar energy system with Sunpath. Their new system will help offset energy costs while producing clean, renewable electricity for years to come.

We're grateful they trusted our team to be part of their journey.

No Rush. No Pressure.

One of the things we appreciated most about working with Mary was her desire to fully understand the process before making such an important investment.

Mary first connected with Sunpath through a recommendation from a longtime customer. She spent time asking questions, exploring her options, and making sure solar was the right fit for The Olive Branch.

At Sunpath, we believe every customer deserves the time and information needed to make a confident decision. Whether that takes weeks or several years, our goal is always the same: answer questions honestly, communicate clearly, and be there when the timing is right.

When installation day finally arrived, our team worked to make the experience as smooth as the planning process—with accurate timelines, consistent communication, and prompt answers every step of the way.

After the installation, Mary shared how much she appreciated the patience, communication, and responsiveness of the Sunpath team throughout the entire process. Knowing she felt informed and supported from her first questions through installation is exactly the experience we hope every customer has.

More Than Solar

The Olive Branch is unlike any other lodging destination in Oregon wine country. If you visit their website, be sure to read the story behind the Botel and watch the drone footage from Relevant Buildings showing the shipping containers being installed. It's a fascinating look at how this unique project came together.

We're proud that solar is now part of that story.

Congratulations, Mary and Lisa!

Bringing a dream to life takes vision, persistence, and a willingness to invest in the future.

Thank you, Mary and Lisa, for trusting Sunpath to be part of your journey. We wish you every success as The Olive Branch welcomes guests for years to come.