The Cedarwood Guide

Arrival & Check‑In

1. Your keypad code works from 4:00 PM on arrival day until 10:00 AM on check‑out day.
2. Park nose‑first in the driveway, there's plenty room for the family wagons or hot rods. Lock the yard gate if you're lettin' toddlers or hounds wander.

Wi‑Fi & Streaming

• Network & Password: posted in the messages you'll have received along with your booking. Keep 'em both safe like a biscuit at a Sunday potluck!
• TV: Grab the purple Roku remote, set your check‑out date when prompted, and log into your Netflix, Disney+, or whatever else suits ya. You can download any extra apps you fancy on the Roku, we'll log you out automatically after you leave.
• Projector: Grab that same purple Roku remote to flip the projector on and off, then mash the Home button to make sure she's set to the Roku input. If she's bein' stubborn and won't come 'round, fetch the projector remote, set the input by hand, and carry on from there.

Kitchen Basics

We got you covered: plates, pots, drip and K‑cup combined coffeemaker, toaster, kitchen knives, and BBQ tools for the big cookout outside.

Coffee

The coffeemaker brews drip and K‑cup pods. There's a starter stash of grounds, filters, and a few pods on the counter. Food City carries refills five minutes down the road.

Oven & Stove

Standard electric range. Let it preheat the full ten minutes for biscuits to come out right.

Dishwasher

Pods are under the sink. Run a cycle before you pack out so the next folks find a clean kitchen.

Trash & Laundry

• Trash bin is by the back door, recycling beside it. Bag everything before placing in the outdoor bins.
• Washer and dryer are in the hall closet — pods on the shelf above. Standard hot/cold settings.

Pets

Furry friends welcome with prior approval. Please keep them off furniture and bag any yard surprises before checkout.

Wildlife

Black bears, deer, raccoons, and the occasional turkey wander through. Never feed wildlife and store all trash inside until pickup day. If you spot a bear, give it space — they're polite if you are.

Emergency & Help

For emergencies dial 911. For house questions message your host through Airbnb or Vrbo — we'll get back to you quick as a fox in a henhouse.

Thermostat — The Two Nests

We've got two Nests that try real hard (one in the downstairs hallway, one upstairs by the TV). They've been programmed to keep you comfy, but you're welcome to nudge 'em.

These are Nest E thermostats that run on a Heat & Cool range rather than a single target. Instead of pickin' just one number, you set two: a heat‑to temp (kicks on the furnace if it dips below) and a cool‑to temp (kicks on the AC if it climbs above). Anything in between, the Nest leaves alone, keepin' you comfy as a slow-cooked stew on a rainy afternoon.

To change the range without switching modes: Tap the screen, twist the ring to highlight the heat‑to or cool‑to number, press to select, then twist again to set. Press once more to lock it in. No need to dig into the menu.

Suggested Settings

• Summer: On hot, sticky days over 80°, we recommend going no lower than 74°F during daytime. It seems backwards, but cooling lower on the hottest days condenses moisture on the coil and bumps humidity up. It'll feel muggier even with a lower number on the screen.
  More tips if the Tennessee summer's roastin' the roads and wiltin' the roses: throw open the screened windows upstairs when the night's cooled off and shut 'em tight come mornin'. Pull the shades closed when the sun's showin' off, and let them ceiling fans suck that sweet breeze right through the house.
• Fall & Spring: Hot afternoons, cold nights. Keep mode on Heat·Cool so the system can flip itself, or switch manually before bed.

Fireplace — Safe Start, Easy Shut‑Down

We love a good hearth, but she's gas‑powered and particular. Mind these steps and she'll treat you right.

1. Confirm the control knob is in the OFF position. If it ain't, turn it to OFF and wait 5 minutes for any residual gas to clear out.
2. Turn the knob counterclockwise to PILOT. Press and hold the knob in, then click the ignitor button repeatedly until the pilot flame lights. May take up to 30 seconds, so don't get twitchy.
3. Keep holdin' the knob for 30 seconds after the pilot lights, then release slowly. If the pilot goes out, wait a full minute and try step 2 again.
4. Turn the knob to your desired heat level (1–5). The main burner should ignite right up.
5. Remote option: With the receiver switch set to REMOTE and the knob on ON, press ON on the remote. Use MODE then SET to control temperature automatically. The remote only works once the pilot's been lit.
6. When you're done, please turn the control knob to OFF. The unit stays hot for a good while, so keep children and belongings away until she's cool as a cucumber.

Firepit — Backyard Stories After Dark

The firepit is in the back corner of the yard with chairs already arranged for tale‑tellin'.

1. Use only seasoned hardwood. No construction scraps, no painted wood, no leaves or brush.
2. Stack three or four split logs in a teepee shape over the kindlin'. Light from the bottom with the long match in the porch tin.
3. Before turning in: drown the coals with water, stir the ashes, drown 'em again. If you can't hold your hand near the ashes, it ain't out.

Park‑Style Charcoal Grill

This grill is for charcoal only. No lighter fluid soakin' the food, please.

1. Pile your charcoal in the center of the grill, stuff a couple sheets of newspaper underneath, and light the paper.
2. Once the top coals are gray and ashy (about 15–20 minutes), spread 'em out for direct heat or push to one side for indirect.
3. Cook your vittles.
4. Let the coals burn out completely. Don't dump hot ashes. Wait 24 hours, then shovel 'em in the metal bucket. Thank you for replacin' the grill cover before your check‑out!

Hot Tub — Pre‑Use, Operating & Etiquette

Here's the quick reference for happy soakin'.

1. Remove the cover. Unsnap all the straps, then lift the cover completely off. Never sit or stand on it; it'll regret meetin' ya.
2. Set the temperature. Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons on the control panel. Max is 104°F. The display flashes while adjustin', then shows the current water temp after 5 seconds. The spa heats about 1–2°F per hour, so plan ahead. Set your temperature and leave the cover on to heat while you get ready.
3. Turn on the jets: Press the Jets button. Each press cycles Low → High → Off. High speed auto‑shuts off after 15 minutes; low after 2 hours.
4. Lights: Press the Light button to turn on. To change color, turn it off and quickly press the button again.
5. Air bubbles: Turn the round air control dials on the spa rim to add bubbles. Heads up, addin' air bubbles cools the water, so close 'em when you're done.
6. When finished: press Jets to turn off the pump, close the air controls, and replace the cover. Snap all straps back into the latches so the next soak ain't a chilly disappointment.

Old Mill Skillet Pancakes

Old Mill pancake mix, fresh berries, butter, maple syrup. Heat skillet medium‑hot, ladle batter, flip when bubbles form. Makes the porch smell like heaven.

Sheet‑Pan BBQ Chicken

Bone‑in chicken thighs, smoky rub, halved baby potatoes, sliced bell peppers. 425°F for 35–40 minutes. One pan, zero fuss, full bellies.