Sustainable tourism - commitments

🌿 Sustainable Tourism & Our Commitments at Ranch des Lacs

At Ranch des Lacs, giving meaning to our business has been essential since 1995. This translates into concrete actions to respect the environment, support the local economy, and offer a more responsible experience to our guests. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr

🥕 Sustainable Food

• We work with local producers, artisans, and markets , and prioritize French products, organic whenever possible. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• The dishes are homemade , prepared according to reservations to minimize waste. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• You can take away What you didn't end up in recyclable packaging. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• Our wine cellar offers organic and biodynamic wines , sold at wine shop prices , and you can also take home any leftovers. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr

💧 Water management

• At the table, we serve water filtered on site (still or sparkling), which reduces the use of plastic bottles. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• The facilities (showers, toilets) are designed to conserve water . le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• The garden plants are chosen for their low water requirements, and a water collector is used for watering. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr

🧼 Eco-friendly Cleaning & Hygiene

• The toiletries (shower gel, shampoo) and cleaning products are eco-labeled or environmentally friendly . le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• Linens are changed upon request to reduce water and energy consumption. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr

♻️ Waste Sorting & Management

• We offer a recycling area accessible to all our customers. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• The waste is sorted and taken to the waste disposal center regularly. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• Kitchen waste is composted or used to feed a neighbor's chickens . le-ranch-des-lacs.fr

💡 Energy & Equipment

• Insulation (double glazing), LED lighting, energy-efficient appliances, and regular checks are in place to reduce our consumption . le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• Propane gas central heating, modern pellet stoves, and control systems for efficient comfort. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr

🌍 Local Economy & Sustainable Mobility

• Laundry and grounds maintenance are handled by a local social enterprise . le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• We encourage exploring the region through bike rentals and by promoting local routes. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr

📌 Values & Recognition

We continue to strengthen our sustainable practices and share our human and ethical values:

• Values of the Millevaches Regional Natural Park le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• Formerly a Maître Restaurateur (until 2022) establishment, committed to homemade cuisine. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr
• Labels likeTables et Auberges de France – 2 green toques and Cosy Places reflect our values of authenticity, responsibility, and respect . le-ranch-des-lacs.fr

At Ranch des Lacs, we have placed sustainable tourism at the heart of how we welcome and serve our guests—with particular attention to the environment, the region, and each individual's experience. This approach is fully integrated into the guesthouse we are becoming , open 7 days a week, all year round , to offer our visitors a more responsible, friendly, and enriching stay. le-ranch-des-lacs.fr