Sounds like a good idea to me. If you do not have a full AG set up but have at least a 5g kettle and a paint straining bag form HD you can do brew in a bag all grain. There is a thread by deathbrewer,
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f39/easy-stovetop-all-grain-brewing-pics-90132/, that gives a great write up. I have done it 2x with really good results. I am starting to do it more for 1-2.5 gal test batches.
I would love to build a keezer but I do not have the room and wanted something more mobile since we rent. My friend Ryan built one and put the taps on the outside. I would recommend getting a digital temp controller. I got one off of craigslist for me fermemtation fridge and it is awesome. I have the Williams brewing model. I got the controller and the heating pad for $60. Did you get the deck built? How was your holidays? Give my love to the family. I often fail at FB and forget to comment sometimes.
