Sometimes you want to get away from it all…but not too far away. Modernizing your cabin with smart home technology lets you enjoy the rustic pleasures of the great outdoors without abandoning the little comforts of “civilization.” Add the following smart tech without fear of losing the charm and simple elegance of your cabin, lake house, or other rural hideaway. Here are four smart home features to modernize your cabin.
Add a Smart Thermostat
There are multiple ways to keep your cabin cool during summer and warm during winter. Ductless mini splits, for example, are equipped with cooling functions and heat pumps that can do both. Mini splits are ideal for ductless historical cabins since they don’t require much space for installation. But whatever HVAC system you install, equip it with a smart thermostat.
Smart thermostats automatically adjust the temperature according to preprogrammed preferences. They also “learn” when and how long you use them, automatically adjusting to save on electricity or gas. And some smart thermostats let you turn the heat or AC on or off from a distance. Imagine programming the perfect temperature to greet you days before you arrive.
Install Smart Security Systems
If your cabin is far from home, and you only visit occasionally, ensure it’s safe the rest of the year. Smart security systems allow you to check in on your cabin from miles away. They can guard the property with cameras, lights, and sensors that activate when someone is on the premises or trying to break in. Most systems automatically send information to your phone or other electronic device, giving you time to report it to the authorities and collect evidence for insurance claims. You can even lock and unlock doors and program lights to turn on and off to keep the place looking occupied.
Connect Your Appliances to Smart Devices
Did you leave the stove on after baking cookies? Now you’ll know for sure! Major appliances can become part of the Internet of Things (IoT), allowing you to control them from a distance and receive warnings if they’re left on or malfunctioning. Smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors not only sound the alarm in your cabin but also send notifications to your phone and alert the local fire and police departments.
Ask a Virtual Assistant
Even if you like to be by yourself, it’s handy to have someone there to help. Enjoy your solitude while leaving the small tasks to a virtual assistant. You can ask them to adjust the temperature, turn lights on and off, play music, order groceries or takeout, and more without leaving the comfort of your chair or bed. Virtual assistants can handle the little things—and even a few of the big things—so you can concentrate on relaxing.These are just four smart home features to modernize your cabin. Bring even a 19th-century cabin into the modern age without compromising its more charming qualities. It’s just a smart idea!
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