Energy

  • We use photovoltaic panels to produce enough electricity to run the kitchen
  • We use solar heaters to produce hot water for all the rooms
  • We use low energy lights throughout the entire property

Water

  • We use rainwater and grey water to irrigate the gardens
  • We save energy and water by offering guests the option to limit towel and linen washing

Food

  • We support local agriculture by insisting on using local vegetables, fruits, meat and fish wherever possible rather than importing
  • We grow our own fresh herbs, flowers, and orchids rather than importing

Recycling

  • We recycle our kitchen food waste by giving it to local pig farmers.
  • We recycle used bottles to produce glasses, ash trays, and décor for the restaurant
  • We use 100% biodegradable takeaway containers
  • We use recycling bins for aluminum, metal and plastic to be recycled.

Architecture

  • We designed our cottages with high ceilings and louver windows to reduce the heat and to benefit from the constant trade winds

Community

  • We sponsor a local school (St James primary school) in the form of trophies, sports uniforms, cash donations, and prizes for good performance
  • We sponsor a team of eye surgeons who in return perform about 100 eye operations annually for the local community
  • We support local music with the employment of local musicians

Conservation

  • We protect sea turtles by securing their nests and any offspring that are present on the property