Villa Mimi is a small, independently run house, and that naturally shapes the way we work and make decisions. We take care to run the guesthouse with respect for the building, the garden, the broader environment and nature and the people who stay with us. Rather than following fixed concepts, we try to act thoughtfully in everyday situations – choosing solutions that feel appropriate for this place and reduce the burden on nature by avoiding unnecessary use of resources and energy.
This approach is not a separate “sustainability programme” for us, but part of how we look after Villa Mimi in daily life: quietly, practically, and with attention to detail and ecological impacts. In this style we support sustainable and slow travel as well as ecotourism in the border region of Hungary, Austria and Slovakia.
Green measures at Villa Mimi visible in practice include:
The new sunny epoch of energy
For example, we generate a significant share of our electricity through photovoltaic panels on both sides of the roof not disturbing the historic character of the house. On sunny days, this allows us to run the house completely on solar energy, including the air conditioning systems.
The botanic cycle
Furthermore, we separate our waste carefully so that plastics, metals, paper and glass can be properly recycled. In the kitchen, organic waste like eggeshells, coffeeground, vegetable leftovers from breakfast etc. is collected separately and composted in our garden being turned into natural soil and returned to the flowers and plants as a nutrient-rich conditioner.
Mindful energy, thoughtful comfort
In the garden, light is used with great care to create a warm and inviting atmosphere after sunset. Subtle, energy-efficient LED lighting highlights selected paths, plants and features, while motion sensors ensure that the illumination is present only when it is needed.
Our radiators are fitted with smart WIFI thermostats that regulate indoor temperatures according to actual demand. This helps us maintain a comfortable climate throughout the house while avoiding unnecessary energy consumption
We’ve already future-proofed Villa Mimi for electric mobility: a suitably dimensioned power cable has been laid underground, ready for a future EV charging station. The charging station itself has not yet been installed, as this represents a significant investment for a small house – but we plan to take this step as soon as guest demand for it grows.
Precious water
The garden’s irrigation system draws water from the ancient well and is controlled by sensors and timers so that only the water that is actually needed is pumped up.
