Hailey Morgan once had big dreams of becoming a professional songwriter, but life has led her to working as an assistant high school band teacher in Portland. As the holidays approach, Hailey dreads spending Christmas with her family. When Hailey's close friend offers her the use of her family's cabin for a holiday retreat, Hailey finally decides to do something to make herself happy. However, her arrival in Podunk is anything but peaceful when she discovers the cabin has been invaded by several wild animals. Luckily, Jay, the son of the town's main store proprietor is more than willing to help. Soon Hailey and Jay are nearly inseparable, decorating a Christmas tree, sipping hot cocoa in front of a cozy fire, and best of all, playing music together. Jay's positive feedback and encouragement inspire Hailey to believe she might succeed as a songwriter after all. But even in her snow-dusted oasis, family holiday drama still finds Hailey, interrupting and threatening her newfound peace and confidence.