The Environment
At The Fairbanks House, we believe that your comfort does not have to be sacrificed by our commitment to the environment. Our desire is to offer you the best possible experience without having you notice just how “green” you are.
What You'll See
Recycling bins in each guest room
Pitchers of water, rather than water bottles
A reflective roof on all buildings resulting in a 30% reduction in energy use
Native plants
Drought-tolerant plants
Herbs are grown organically on site
A large variety of berry-producing shrubs for migrating birds
Energy-efficient light bulbs
Butterfly garden
BeeKind earth-friendly upscale toiletries made with no petroleum products
Biodegradable packaging for in-room amenities
Behind the Scenes
Energy-efficient appliances
Best practices for water use
Elimination of 75% of overhead watering – further reductions planned
Environmentally safe cleaning products
Paper products made from 100% recycled paper
Highest efficiency HVAC systems
Locally sourced produce and dairy
Farmer's Market purchases whenever possible
Donations of all “gently used” items from inn to local charities for re-use
Produce Gardens
Raised beds made from recycled materials surrounding the backyard gazebo
Herb bed featuring year-round harvests for inclusion in breakfast and hors d’oeuvres
Several raised beds of seasonal produce
Tangerine, orange, Meyer Lemon, grapefruit, and lime trees
Blueberry bushes lining the backyard walkway
More to come…