Inns Magazine Issue 3 Volume 21 Fall Great Escapes 2017 | Page 19

Our mindset was to find or develop the lightest impact in products and methods for the work we do

The nurturing masterminds behind this green revolution are innkeepers/owners Jeff and Joan Stanford. They converted all 10 acres of the property with deep appreciation and respect for their surroundings. All food and organic wastes are composted and used for the inn's garden beds. Guests are offered classes in cooking from the garden, sustainable gardening, and whole plant and nutrition cooking. The commitment to protecting Mother Earth also extends to outdoor enthusiasts who can use locally designed and constructed redwood canoes for low-impact exploration of Big River.

“Our mindset was to find or develop the lightest impact in products and methods for the work we do,” says Jeff. “The underlying idea is to be conscious. We want to be able to make the best compromise, if there are issues. Where we draw the line is not wanting to be the cause of damaging other life.”

At Standard Inn by the Sea, guests experience a paradise that rejuvenates the soul and inspires a greater awareness of the land.

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