In this article I write about the perfect Guest Room. But more importantly, I introduce you to my Dad! He is one of a kind and he influences everything I do. Here is the article...but keep scrolling down. You will see pictures of my Dad, but for those who are looking for Design Tips I have included my complete "Guests are Coming" checklist. The Lake Norman area is a perfect place to get away from it all. Now they may never want to leave! Be careful!
I would love to hear your ideas so feel free to comment!!! You may click on the article to enlarge.
Here are my Dad and my brother Jonathan visiting us in Fort Lauderdale.
And here Daddy is at Cabin Bluff. Looking good and feeling the salt air he loves so much.
My expanded checklist for getting ready for guests is below:
Bedding
« Lush and lovely bed with soft pressed sheets
« Extra blankets in the closet
« A throw at the foot of the bed for my feet when sitting on bed reading
« An assortment of pillow types from hard to soft, synthetic and down, at least 2 per person total.
« Night shades or black out drapery
Closet /Clothing Storage
« Rack for my suitcase
« An empty drawer for my clothes
« A laundry basket for my cleaning
« A plastic bag to put my dirty clothes in to take home in my suitcase.
« Extra hangers in the closet so I can hang up my clothes
« A soft terry robe for each guest (2) One XL one Med
« Flip flops or Slippers just in case
Bathroom – I might forget something!
« Extra toilet paper
« Kleenex
« Air Freshener
« Fresh bar of soap
« Shampoo and Conditioner
« Hand Soap
« Hand Cream
« Packaged toothbrush
« Toothpaste
« Mouthwash
« Cotton balls
« Q-tips
« Soap Dish at Sink
« Hair Dryer
« Plastic Cup or Glass for each guest.
« A dark wash cloth meant for taking off makeup
« At least bath 2 towels per guest
« An Aquis Waffle Hair towel
« Trash can in bath and closet
« Shower Cap – large sized
« Shower Caddy in Shower if no ledge to hold everything
« Hook for Night Gown and or Robe
Food
« If there is a microwave – Popcorn!
« If there is a coffee maker – instructions
o Sweet and Low, Sugar, Equal, Splenda
o Coffee
o Creamer
o Spoons
o Coffee Cups
o Napkins
« If remote guesthouse…wine and cork screw
« Assorted Treats in a basket
o Nuts, Peanut butter crackers, Small Chocolates
o Bowl of Fruit with Knife!
« Bottled Water, other soft drinks if your guests prefer.
Welcome Details – Keep these in a binder in the room
« Local Map
« List of Local restaurants with a quick blurb about food, pricing and attire
« List of Local Shopping Areas and Stores
« List of Local Attractions, Include Season and Kid Friendly
Desk Area for Computer
« Internet Access
« Note paper, Envelopes, Stamps, Memo Pad, Pen
Other
« TV with Remote and Instructions – Write instructions in large print if elderly visitors expected.
« Telephone
« One or Two Family Pictures – always special if you rotate to include guest and family member in photo!
« Clock Radio
« A Few Magazines – One Gossip, One Sports, One Local and One Home Oriented
« A good book and or crossword puzzle book
« Reading light
« Chair for reading or sitting at desk
« A guest book
« A key to the house or guesthouse
Finally, Fresh Flowers and a welcome note make things perfect!
