It is important to me that the holidays I offer do as little damage to the environment as possible, while at the same time contributing to the local community’s economy. I feel more like the custodian than the owner of this property – I feel very privileged to live here. As its custodian, my intention is to look after it to the very best of my ability and to preserve it for generations to come. In the meantime, I share the exceptional natural beauty, the rich cultural heritage and the nurturing tranquillity of my house with my guests without harming the natural environment and helping environmentally aware local producers at the same time.
Recommendations for guests:
Turn off your lights when you leave your room
Turn off your computer when not in use. Conserve energy by using your computer’s “sleep mode” instead of a screensaver.
Unplug unused electronics (even your mobile phone)
Conserve water. Take a shower rather than a bath and take shorter showers – using less hot water means using less energy
Recycle paper, plastic and glass – separately
Buy organic food – chemicals used in modern agriculture pollute the water supply, and require energy to produce.
Use cloth/paper/reusable bags/a basket when shopping instead of plastic or paper bags.
Buy minimally packaged goods
Buy produce that is in season
Always ask before you take pictures
Support the local community economically by buying what you need, whenever possible, directly from the producer: often from a neighbour, a small local business or a market.