Farmhouse welcome book template

Welcome

Welcome to [Farmhouse name]! The house dates from [Year built], so it has a few creaks and a lot of character.

Check-in

• Check-in is from [Check-in time].
• The key is [Key location]. The back kitchen door is the one we all use.

Wifi

• Network: [Network name]
• Password: [Wifi password]

Parking

Please park in [Parking spot] by the [Landmark, e.g. big maple].

How things work

• Heat: [Heat note, e.g. an oil furnace with the thermostat in the front hall]. It can take an hour to warm up the whole house.
• Old windows: some are painted shut or stiff. The ones that open are [Window note].
• Water and septic: we're on a well and a septic system. [Drinking water note]. Only toilet paper in the toilets, please.
• Kitchen: the big table seats [Number]. Large pots and the slow cooker are in [Location].
• Outdoors: you're welcome on the lawn and [Allowed areas]. Please keep out of [Off-limits outbuildings]; they're used for storage and aren't safe.

House rules

• Up to [Max guests] overnight guests. No parties or events.
• Quiet hours [Quiet hours].
• Pets: [Pet policy]. No smoking or vaping inside or near the barn.

Trash and recycling

Please sort into the bins in the mudroom. Collection is [Trash day].

Local picks

• Antiques: [Shop name].
• Country drive: [Route name or description].
• Supper out: [Restaurant name].

Emergency info

• Emergency: [Local emergency number]. Civic address: [Address].
• Smoke and CO alarms: [Locations]. Fire extinguisher: [Location].
• Nearest hospital: [Hospital name].
• Host: [Host name], [Host phone].

Checkout

• Checkout is by [Checkout time].
• Please put used dishes in the sink, sort trash into the indoor bins, and turn the heat to [Away setting].
• Close the windows, lock up and leave the key at [Key location]. Thanks for staying!