Twin Peaks

Marrone Films
Sep 24
3 min read

Capturing Luxury Chalet Living

Twin Peaks Chalet, Morin Heights, Québec

Twin Peaks is more than a chalet - it's an escape, a place to connect with nature, and savour peaceful moments. With open welcoming spaces, sweeping mountain views and a design that invites connection. It’s a retreat in every sense, and Emma and Nick Guezen knew the best way to share its story was on film.

To bring that vision to life, they turned to creative director Rick Marrone of Marrone Films. Rick has spent years capturing properties for Luxury Retreats and Airbnb, traveling the world to showcase villas, estates, and escapes cinematically. His approach is never just about showing a home—it’s about making viewers feel what it’s like to live there.

“We experienced Rick’s creativity firsthand working together at Luxury Retreats and Airbnb. He has a way of making properties feel cinematic, like you’re already on vacation before you even arrive. That’s why we wanted him to create the Twin Peaks film.” —Emma

For Nick, the story of Twin Peaks began long before construction ever started—he grew up in Morin Heights, learned to ski at Ski Morin Heights, and built countless memories here with his family. “It’s always been a special place for us,” he recalls. “When the pandemic hit, skiing here became our escape, and that’s when I really fell in love with the idea of building our dream home. I’d also had the privilege of visiting some of the best vacation homes in the world through my work with Luxury Retreats, which gave me a lot of inspiration for Twin Peaks. We wanted to offer guests the same sense of peace and luxury we experienced, but with more privacy and attention to detail.”

Emma adds that design was just as important as location. “We wanted Twin Peaks to be a mix of modern luxury and rustic charm, with the backdrop of Morin Heights as the perfect setting. Scandinavian architecture really inspired us—clean lines, open spaces, and natural materials that invite the outdoors in.”

From the very beginning, both Emma and Nick were deeply involved in every decision. “It was a labor of love,” Nick says. “We worked closely with local architects and builders to make sure the chalet fit seamlessly into the landscape. We didn’t want it to feel like just another rental, but a home guests could immediately connect with and relax in.”

Rick also photographed Twin Peaks, capturing its light and warmth in every still. “Whether it’s the way sunlight fills the room or the fire pit glowing at night, I always think about what a guest would notice—what moments would stay with them. That’s what makes the experience memorable, and that’s what guides my camera” he says.

On this project he was joined by Melody Marrone, whose keen eye helped capture the warmth and character of Twin Peaks in every shot. “We went up to the chalet a few times throughout the year to film,” Rick adds. “Twin Peaks was designed to highlight the beauty of every season, and we wanted to capture its charm all year round.”

Having first worked with Nick and Emma during their family vacation in Anguilla in 2017, Rick felt a special connection returning years later to tell the story of their dream home.

Steps from the slopes, yet tucked away in complete privacy, it’s ski-in/ski-out in the winter, a hiking and biking base in the summer, and a front-row seat to the colors of the Laurentians in the fall. Year-round, the hot tub and fire pit remain favourite gathering spots under the open sky.

Through Rick’s lens, Twin Peaks is more than a luxury chalet. It’s an invitation to experience life in the mountains, to disconnect, recharge, and embrace the joie de vivre of time well spent together.