💡 Let There Be Light

Many lights throughout the retreat are controlled by push-button dimmer switches.These switches push in to turn on/off and turn to adjust brightness. Because of the size of the home, one light may be controlled by more than one switch, sometimes in different areas of the room.

🔘 Turning Lights On & Off

• Press the knob inward → turns the light ON or OFF

• Turn the knob left to right → increases brightness

• Turn the knob right to left → decrease brightness

If nothing happens when you alter a switch, the light may already be controlled by another switch elsewhere in the room. If you suspect a light is blown, please let us know.

🔄 Adjusting Brightness

• Turn the knob clockwise → brighter

• Turn the knob counter-clockwise → dimmer

Some lights must be turned up slightly before they will turn on. The lights do not need to be completely on or completely off, you may adjust to your preference.

🏠 Multiple Switches, One Light (Important)

• Some rooms have multiple switches controlling the same light

• If a light doesn’t turn on:

  • Try adjusting the dimmer, not just pressing it

  • Check for another switch nearby (walls, entrances, hallways)

This is normal for the home and not a malfunction.

💡 Additional Water Lounge Lighting (Plug-In)

You may notice additional lights positioned above the pool area.These are intentional and safely anchored, and can be plugged in or unplugged as needed.

Why they’re there:

• To provide extra brightness when swimming at night

• To improve visibility during gatherings or pool use

• To allow flexible lighting without permanently increasing glare

How to use them:

• Plug in the light(s) if additional illumination is desired

• Unplug when no longer needed

• Lights are secured in place and designed for this purpose

Important notes:

• These lights are optional, the pool has standard lighting

• Please ensure hands are dry when plugging or unplugging

• Do not reposition, hang additional items from, or adjust the fixtures

⚠️ Helpful Tips

• If a light seems “off” but won’t turn on, it may be dimmed all the way down

• Turn the knob slightly, then press again

• Take a moment to find the combination that works — once set, it usually stays consistent

Outdoor lights are on an automatic timer or sensor, so there’s no need to worry about those as they will turn on and off on their own.

🌿 Please Turn Lights Off When Not in Use

We kindly ask guests to turn off lights when leaving a room or when they’re not needed.

Hilltop Retreat is a large home with many light sources, and being mindful helps:

• Conserve energy

• Reduce unnecessary wear on fixtures

• Keep the home comfortable and well-maintained for everyone

Thank you for helping us care for the retreat, your consideration truly makes a difference.

🌙 Nighttime Lighting & Rural Setting

Hilltop Retreat is located in a quiet rural area with no nearby streetlights or backyard lighting for several kilometres. The best you'd have is light from houses closer to the road.

This is normal for NoCo and part of the areas peaceful, countryside setting.

What this means for guests:

• Nights can be very dark outdoors

• The darkness allows for beautiful star visibility

• Please use care when moving around outside after dark

Helpful tips:

• Use indoor lighting before stepping outside

• Keep your phone flashlight handy if walking outdoors at night

• Outdoor lights are on a timer and will turn on automatically

• If you're driving, use your high beams (but remember to dim them when passing an oncoming vehicle)