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Our garden is a welcoming guesthouse— not just for people, but for animals too.The variety of plants and flowers attracts a wealth of insects. In early spring, tits flit back and forth with twigs and moss to build their nests in the birdhouses. Bees also find their way to the garden, settling into one of the bee hotels. In the natural swimming pond, newts and frogs share the water like true guests, while the grey heron only drops by occasionally — on a flashy visit, hunting for our golden orfe.

 

Colourfull companions amidst our vegetable. We collect flower seeds wherever we can and sow them throughout the garden. Some flowers, like marigolds, tagetes, and nasturtiums, are deliberately planted between our vegetables. Their scents and colours confuse harmful insects while attracting beneficial ones — such as ladybugs, which feast on aphids.
 

Many plants that are quickly dismissed as "weeds" are ones we deeply value. — like stinging nettle (Urtica dioica), small nettle (Urtica urens), garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata), and cleavers (Galium aparine). We always make sure these native guests have a place in our garden. They’re not only vital for countless insects, but they’re also delicious in soups and pestos — and incredibly healthy. We dry nettle seeds and sprinkle them into salt blends or over salads. 

No rush, no waste. Some plants tend to spread rapidly — we keep those in check by hand wherever we want to create space for others. We use no pesticides or synthetic fertilizers — progress might be slower this way, but it’s the only way that feels right to us.

We compost all of our kitchen and garden waste, giving nutrients back to the soil. Thicker prunings and branches are used to build dead hedges — valuable shelters and nesting spots for birds, insects, and small mammals.

In several parts of the garden, we simply let the grass grow. We mow in phases — in sections and at different times — so that flowers are always available for pollinators and small animals can find shelter in the taller grass.

A bit of wildness is just what nature needs!

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Sustainability is also at the heart of our interior. Nearly all of our guest rooms are furnished with second-hand or vintage pieces. This gives unique furniture a new life and supports a circular economy. We choose charm and sustainability — without compromising on comfort.

We also make our own cleaning products. It’s easier than you might think — and it helps us avoid unnecessary chemicals that harm people and the environment.

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