This agriturismo has undergone continuous maintenance and restoration, focusing on recovering farmhouses using traditional materials while respecting building types and the landscape. The property has also intensified its olive oil production, planting 2500 trees over 20 years, indicating a commitment to sustainable agricultural practices.
Bed & Breakfast Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
This boutique hotel operates as an exclusive organic estate, cultivating its lands with respect for nature and the environment. It uses only natural products and practices manual soil work. The estate produces its own organic Sangiovese wine, extra virgin olive oil from its trees, and eggs from its chickens.
This hotel is explicitly named an 'EcoHotel' and is committed to sustainable practices. They utilize 100% sustainable energy sources like solar panels, photovoltaic panels, and a pellet boiler. They also use Ecolabel certified detergents and have energy-saving systems in rooms.
B&B Alloro is located in the green hills of Lucca, just a few steps from the medieval village of Montecarlo (LU). What makes this spot so special is the feeling of peace and relax that inspires the guests. B&B Alloro originally a farmhouse, was renovated keeping its essential features such as wooden beams with an elegant fireplace at the entrance. At b&b Alloro you can relax by the pool, reading a book or sipping a wine glass. Silence, peace and tranquillity make the background to your body and your soul. The property also features a farm animal.
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Bed & Breakfast Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
This property was built with a philosophy of sustainability, achieving energy class A, the highest category. It is designed for low energy consumption and utilizes photovoltaic and solar panels to supply the entire building. The property also features underfloor heating for energy-efficient comfort.
This is an eco-friendly farm stay producing honey, cold cuts, and jams. It's located in a natural setting and offers zero-emission activities powered by solar energy.
Bed & Breakfast Taking Steps Towards SustainabilityQuestionnaire
Do you utilise any renewable energy sources to produce energy on the hotel/accommodation premises?
Solar radiation
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
Green roof
Written environmental policy statement in place
Windows that block heat/cold (i.e. triple-glazed windows)
LED lighting throughout the premises
Signs in the rooms informing guests that towels will only be changed upon request
Waste is separated into at least 3 categories
Recycling bins in guest rooms
No disposable (single use) cups/glasses, plates and cutlery
Organic waste is composted
Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify? We limit plastic consumption in our B and B management as much as possible and encourage our guests to be aligned with our planet gentle policies. Guests' courtesy products set is in reusable glass boxes and contains solid products only (no plastic envelop); most of which are house-production.
This agriturismo offers sustainable amenities, specifically featuring an electric vehicle charging station and bicycle rental services. These amenities support eco-friendly transportation for guests.
