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Environment
Alessandra and Andrea welcome you to their olive farm surrounded by 20 hectares of groves. The farm contributes to the Mountain Community to protect the environment for local flora and fauna and is a keen member of a project of a rural project to minimize chemical fertilizers and to avoid chemical treatment of the trees. Guests can opt to take part in the olive harvest in November – contact member for more details.
The farmhouse has been restored using only local chestnut and oak wood, local stones and traditional handmade cotto bricks for the flooring. All the materials in the house have been treated with natural oil and wax, and natural paint for the walls.
Low energy bulbs are used; local wood is used in stoves, maximum re-cycling of waste is carried out and the water comes directly from a local spring. Preservation of this resource is actively encouraged. Guests are actively encouraged to respect nature when out walking.
In line with the published code of the National Park, our clients are encouraged to treat the region with respect and thus uphold the standards of conservation required in such a fragile area.
Community
Local, qualified, correctly paid guides are used, and all food and drink purchased in the region, including that used by the bevy of ladies from the village, to create favourite dishes.
We only work with qualified guides for all activities. These passionate locals in the Mercantour create a genuine and rich experience for our visitors. They are paid the appropriate rate for professional guides. A project for three bases in the Alpes-Maritimes is underway. This would provide an inspiring holiday venue for young and old alike. Access for the handicapped would be included. We are planning to use pack animals so our guests can share their adventures with a faithful companion, and leave directly from Berthemont.
As permanent residents in the Mercantour, our business is fully integrated into the community in the Vésubie valley – using local qualified guides paid a living wage, and individually run hotels which ensures that all revenue generated is beneficial to the life of the area.
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