Contribution for the planet...

Selective sorting

Defenders of selective sorting from the beginning, we offer you a double bin in the bathroom; the small one for waste, and the large one for recyclables (clean paper, cardboard, plastic bottles, etc.). Any other special waste can be given to us for appropriate treatment.

Solar thermal panels

Since 2009 we have been producing a large part of our domestic hot water using thermal solar panels. Two 500L tanks allow us to accumulate maximum energy. In spring and autumn the surplus is used to heat another part of the house.

Photovoltaic solar panels

Since June 2023 we have been producing a good part of our electricity.

Heating home/guest room

Since June 2023, a new condensing boiler has allowed us to heat the main house with lower consumption, reduced pollution and less noise. Separate thermostats allow us to better manage the temperatures of the 2 parts of the house.

The domestic hot water is preheated by the solar panels/tanks when the weather is bright, and if necessary brought to the ideal temperature by the new boiler.

The guest room is heated by default by the floor to obtain the temperature of 18-19°c recommended by the reception agencies in Wallonia. The thermostatic valves of the radiators allow to quickly increase the temperature if necessary for your comfort.

Guest room/bathroom ceiling insulation

In the fall of 2024, the old glass wool insulation was replaced by around thirty cm of wood wool which will improve winter and summer comfort.

Lighting  

All regularly used interior and exterior lighting has been converted to LED.

Bedding

We have opted for quality Belgian bedding that can be used as double or twin beds.

Bed and bath linens and floors are washed with Aleppo soap-based detergent, which is better for the environment. Hand/bath/shower soaps and shampoo are organic.

Hybrid/electric car charging

We have the possibility to recharge:

your Plug-In Hybrid car from a Green-Up > T2 socket allowing charging at +/- 3 Kw/h

your electric car with a 16A > T2 three-phase transformer allowing charging at +/- 11 Kw/h.

A meter is available to monitor consumption. We charge this service at 0.5€/Kwh incl. VAT + SumUp commission (if paying by credit card).

Electric bike charging

Take advantage of the night at La Cense to recharge your bike batteries for free in the secure barn and leave the next morning with charged batteries!