🍳 The Heart of the Home — How to Use (and Love) Your Vacation Rental Kitchen

There’s just something about a kitchen. It’s where coffee brews before sunrise, where kids hover for pancakes, and where late-night snacks somehow taste better after a long day. Even when you’re away, it’s still the heartbeat of the home.

At Roxy Rentals, we want you to use it. Whip up breakfast, bake cookies on a rainy afternoon, pour a glass of wine while dinner simmers — that’s exactly what it’s there for. Just remember, with a shared kitchen comes a shared responsibility. So, let’s talk a little about guest kitchen etiquette — the Roxy way.

1️⃣ Treat it like your own (maybe even better).

Think of this as your home away from home base — stocked and ready. Use the cookware and utensils freely, but with a touch of TLC. Wipe up spills, clean splatters, and give everything a quick tidy before you move on to dessert. A few small gestures keep things feeling fresh for you and the next guest.

2️⃣ No science experiments, please.

We love a good recipe test, but let’s skip the mystery leftovers. Before checkout, toss unused food, empty the fridge, and take out the trash. Trust us — it keeps things smelling like cookies, not curiosities.

3️⃣ Respect the tools of the trade.

We’ve stocked your kitchen with what you need to cook comfortably — just be gentle with the gear. Metal on nonstick? Hard pass. Wooden spoons in the dishwasher? Nope. A quick rinse and dry keeps everything ready for the next chef in residence.

4️⃣ Mind the mess (and the drain).

We know you’re here to relax — and trust us, the cleaning team has it covered. Still, a quick rinse or a load of dishes before checkout helps keep things feeling fresh for everyone (and makes their job just a bit easier). If you happen to notice anything in the sink drain, a quick clear is always appreciated. Then pour another coffee — you’ve earned it.