🔑 Opening Up the Cabin

✏️ DRAFT checklist – family to customize. Bracketed items need real cabin details.

1. Check road/driveway conditions before heading up [notes on access]
2. Unlock the cabin [where the key/code is]
3. Open windows/blinds to air out the cabin
4. Turn on main power at [breaker panel location]
5. Turn on water & gas (see section below)
6. Check for leaks under sinks and around [water heater location]
7. Test smoke & CO detectors; replace batteries if needed
8. Stock supplies: [list of items to bring]

❄️ Winterizing

✏️ DRAFT checklist – family to customize. Bracketed items need real cabin details.

1. Shut off all mini-split units and turn off the mini-split breaker (bathroom panel, the only double breaker)
2. Shut off main water at the main valve outside by the AC condenser (the valve key is in the closet under the stairs; don't drop the key down the water tube, it can break the pipe)
3. Drain pipes by opening faucets and the water drain valves on each side of the downstairs toilets
4. Drain the water heater: turn the knob on the bottom where the green garden hose is connected
5. Add RV antifreeze to all toilets and drains
6. Clean out the fridge, then leave it turned on with the doors closed
7. Remove food & trash to discourage critters
8. Lock windows/doors; leave key at [location]
9. Note anything needing repair on the family list

🚰 Turning On Water & Gas

✏️ DRAFT checklist – family to customize. Bracketed items need real cabin details.

1. Close any open faucets and the water drain valves on each side of the downstairs toilets
2. Slowly open the main water valve outside by the AC condenser (the valve key is in the closet under the stairs; don't drop the key down the water tube, it can break the pipe)
3. Let air bleed out of faucets one at a time
4. Check for leaks
5. Open gas at the propane tank on the south side of the cabin (careful: wasps can nest in the tank lid)
6. Relight pilots per manufacturer instructions [appliance list]
7. Light the hot water heater pilot light
8. If you smell gas: leave, don't use switches, call [gas company number]

🌡️ Using AC & Heat

✏️ DRAFT checklist – family to customize. Bracketed items need real cabin details.

Heating and cooling is a Blue Ridge mini-split (wall indoor unit + outdoor compressor). There is no fireplace.

1. Turn on the mini-split breaker in the bathroom panel (it's the only double breaker)
2. There are 3 remotes: one for the downstairs bedroom, one for the living room, and one for both upstairs rooms
3. To sync a remote: aim it at its unit and adjust the temp. The unit beeps and starts changing.
4. Make sure all units are set to the same mode (all HEAT or all COOL), or the system will error out
5. AC: on the remote, set mode to COOL, close windows, and open indoor unit louvers if needed
6. Keep the outdoor unit clear of snow, leaves, and debris
7. Filter is in the indoor wall unit; clean or replace every [interval]
8. Before leaving: shut off all units and turn off the breaker

🥾 Things To Do

Resort fun, lakes, trails, the shooting range, food, gas and the hospital, all with directions: See Things To Do →

📅 Cabin Calendar

📝 Request a Date

Check the calendar above, then request the dates you want. An email goes to the cabin inbox so the family can confirm.

This is a request only — check the calendar first and wait for a reply before assuming the cabin is yours.