Cristine Bedfor Guest Houses Mahón
Much more than a boutique hotel
OUR STORY
One day, as we walked through the streets of Mahón, we came across the buildings that are now the Cristine Bedfor. We fell in love with the island and wanted to share it with our friends.
This is a place where you feel better than at home, that offers more than just a place to sleep. Fine cuisine, relaxation, history, adventure, culture and the desire to discover, guided by locals, to make your stay unforgettable.
Our commitment is to be more than just another hotel, something much greater, more tailored and personal. We want to share and enjoy our dream come true.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications & Efforts
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
At Cristine Bedfor we are committed to sustainable mobility in Mahón, with minimal environmental impact, for a much smaller carbon footprint. From Cristine Bedfor we encourage you to make this sustainable practice into one more experience: pedal, walk and share with locals using public transport on the island of Mahón.
Our Sustainable Collaborations
Ecoalf, a pioneer in sustainable fashion, was born with the aim of creating the first generation of recycled products with the same quality, design and technical properties as the best non-recycled products. At Cristine Bedfor we support this initiative because we believe it is the only way to work for a better world. An entrepreneurial project such as Ecoalf accompanies us in this adventure, dressing our team from head to toe because even the smallest detail counts.
Menorca Reserva de la Biosfera – Plastic Free Menorca
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
Initiatives we support
Menorca Preservation Fundación Isla del Rey
Fundación Ateneu de Maó
Cruz Roja Mahón
Fundación Teatro Principal de Maó
Menorca Biosphere Reserve
Cristine Bedfor is part of Menorca Biosphere Reserve, a sustainability label that identifies and values all those companies that contribute to the economic activity on the island with initiatives to protect the environment, culture and society of Menorca. The Menorca Biosphere Reserve is a guarantee for visitors and the inhabitants of the island that, by choosing products and services of the brand, contribute to the sustainable development of the island and create a positive environmental, cultural, social and economic impact.
Menorca Preservation Fund
The Menorca Preservation Fund (MPF) is a local, non-profit foundation that acts as a catalyst between local environmentally aligned projects and funds raised locally and internationally, both privately and corporately. MPF and Cristine Bedfor have joined forces in the ambitious long-term project “Dream Global, Eat Local” with the aim of boosting the consumption of local produce and supporting the island’s economy.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
LOCATION
Cristine Bedfor Guest Houses Mahón
C/ Infanta, 19
07702 Mahón,
Menorca
Spain
Contact
Mail: mahon@cristinebedfor.com
Phone: +34 971 635 502
WhatsApp contact number: +34 687 88 28 88
Cristine Bedfor welcomes you and invites you into our home. We want you to have the opportunity to discover how special Mahón is, from a different perspective. To enjoy a unique experience, led by us.
Mahón is a magical island. One of the largest natural harbors in the world welcomes you to the city of Mahón. Every corner of this city is full of history. Artisans, museums, churches and galleries fill its streets with Mediterranean flavour. This island holds unforgettable places and secrets all year round.
Cristine Bedfor is more than a 30-room house. We enjoy being surrounded by nature, flowers, water, greenery and trees. We want to take refuge and live moments of tranquillity.
We want nature to welcome and envelop us, and permeate our five senses.
Our rooms are all different stories, in a house full of surprising corners, designed to make the experience unique. The island offers many different things to do, but part of its charm is also how it lets you stop, breathe, rest and disconnect.
Our 30 rooms are designed precisely for those special moments. With a priority on comfort and privacy, we’ve dreamed up spaces that are filled with light, colour and details, where you can truly relax and restore.
Cristine Bedfor is a personal project that arises from the need to cover a way of traveling and living.
Luxury as it was understood for us is now a bit outdated. We wanted to offer to live the experience with a local. Discover things that only a native knows and commit ourselves to local society to the point of actively participating in all those projects that speak the same language as us: sustainability, nature, art, crafts and local products.
Create a welcoming environment that makes you feel at home, without pretensions, but with a careful aesthetic as well as a personalised and close treatment.
Together with her friend, the interior designer Lorenzo Castillo, Cristine has spent several years trawling antique shops and fairs looking for special, unique pieces steeped in history that perfectly match the local architecture, materials, and crafts of Menorca.
Cristine Bedfor is brimming with souvenirs and gifts from dear friends, which make this hotel a place with a soul where every detail, scent, and object comes from different trips and experiences. This makes Cristine Bedfor more than just a place to sleep. Cristine would like to welcome you in a very special way, and therefore every object is strategically placed to be a part of the room of your dreams.
What Cristine enjoys most about her local area:
- Visit Isla del Rey on Sundays with the volunteers who take care of the island
- Walk along the Cami de Cavalls
- Go to the opera house to see some of the interesting musical and artistic offerings
- Eat shrimp carpaccio and eggplant at Cristine’s Kitchen
- A lobster stew in Sa Llagosta (traditional Menorcan restaurant)
- A good glass of Merluzo white wine at the Binifadet Winery
- Browse the Trastets antique shop looking for jewels from old Menorcan houses
- Take a relaxing swim in Cales Coves
- Buy a piece of jewelry at Vives Store
Future Plans
The future Cristine Bedfor properties, which will see the light in 2024, are the result of the house’s expansion process that will be led by its next openings in the cities of Malaga and Sevilla.
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A Quinta da Auga
An oasis of calm
OUR STORY
The philosophy of A Quinta da Auga eco-hotel, located in the city where the Camino de Santiago culminates, is based on personalisation, maximum attention to detail and the fusion between tradition and modernity as befits an authentic Relais & Châteaux. Its Filigrana Restaurant is committed to haute cuisine, its cafeteria has become the ideal refuge for travellers and in its luxury Spa you can enjoy the best therapies from East and West.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
From the moment of its creation, A Quinta da Auga has been designated as an example of environmental sustainability by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for the energy systems it has. We have an ongoing commitment to embracing advanced technologies while preserving the heritage of our historic buildings. We have turned to a variety of tactics including micro-cogeneration (cooled by water from the nearby Sar River), which uses gas to meet the Quinta’s entire domestic hot water demand, as well as electricity, to reduce energy consumption by 40% compared with traditional methods. We have fitted 15 solar panels, carefully concealed to preserve the views of the hotel’s fine architecture. Additionally, we have moved to geothermal heating and cooling of the entire building, using a system of 150m-deep wells and heat pumps. It makes use of the building’s ancient, thick stone walls –as well as careful insulation of floors and ceilings– to deliver considerable savings over conventional approaches.
Our Filigrana Restaurant also has the “Slow Food” quality seal that accredits our involvement with traditional and regional cuisine using the resources of the local ecosystem. There is no need to import materials from other places, with the consequent environmental damage that this causes. A Quinta da Auga promote local small businesses and quality organic products.
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
NGOs
Since our inauguration we have collaborated with various local associations and international NGOs, each collaboration adds to the annual initiatives that we take in line with social responsibility, such as Earth Hour. Some of them are: Red Cross and Caritas, with whom we have internship agreements; Action Against Hunger, with food donations; AMICO, with initiatives in favour of the social integration of people at risk of exclusion; UNICEF, with donations from our reserves.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
LOCATION
A Quinta da Auga
Paseo da Amaia, 23B, 15706
Santiago de Compostela – A Coruña
Spain
Contact
Mail: reservas@aquintadaauga.com
Phone: +34 981 53 46 36
Settled on what was a monumental paper mill in the 18th century and cradled by the sound of the Sar River, the character and personality of A Quinta da Auga is unique. Immerse yourself in an oasis of luxury hidden amongst nature in a city that will transport you to each bygone era; Santiago de Compostela.
Enjoy a journey through the flavours of our best ingredients; each prepared respectfully and healthily, with a touch of innovation and careful presentation.
Delight your senses in our spa; a space of sensations dedicated to creating a serene, relaxing and meditative environment to enjoy all the properties of hydrotherapy.
The beauty of our outdoor spaces, the careful and personalised decoration of our rooms and the quality of the gastronomy of our restaurant, make us one of the most impressive places in Galicia for the celebration of weddings and other special events.
A Quinta da Auga is a family and personal project. Architect by profession, María Luisa García Gil fell in love with an abandoned building because of the potential she saw in it. She was in charge of carrying out the project that is today A Quinta da Auga and represents the soul of the establishment. Along with her, day by day and from the beginning, her daughter, Luisa Lorenzo, the current Maître de maison, accompanies her on this adventure.
Two brave women who decided to drop everything and bet on creating “one of those magical hotels: warm, elegant and in which travellers were not clients, but guests”.
The fact of being a family business contributes to the feeling of home that is transmitted in every corner of the property, accentuated by the good service and hospitality of the entire team, which is already constituted as a family.
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Real Conservera Española
Passion for things done well
OUR STORY
We are Galicians, with a long canning tradition and with a young and renewed team that bets on innovation without neglecting the quality and good work of a handmade product such as preserving the fruits of the sea. Passing through our Cambados plant are the finest ingredients our estuaries produce and we are careful to ensure that no artificial ingredients or additives make their way into our cans. Because, to us, the only recipe worth following is one that follows centuries of tradition working with raw materials of the highest quality and respecting each ingredients’ moment of optimum maturity.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
CRAEGA Certificate
Biological or organic farming is a distinct method of food production and has to be regulated at all stages of production, processing and commercialisation, to ensure transparency.
C.R.A.E.GA. is the responsible body for inspection and certification of organic production in Galicia, Spain, pursuant to the EU regulation.
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
Food Bank
The Spanish Federation of Food Banks (FESBAL) is a non-political and non-denominational entity, founded in 1995, that promotes the work, image and figure of associated Food Banks in their fight against hunger, poverty and waste of food through its use and distribution to the most needy people, also contributing to improve the environment.
Ecomar Foundation
Ecomar Foundation have developed their activity with an educational and pedagogical purpose, mainly focused on interacting with children and welcoming all those who want to join their commitment to take care of cleaning beaches and taking care of the environment. They work with ambition to develop actions and programs with positive and relevant social impact while also providing environmental education for children, particularly about the sea.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
LOCATION
Real Conservera Española
Sete Pías Industrial Polygon
36635 Cambados (Pontevedra)
Spain
Contact
Mail: info@realconservera.com
Phone: (+34) 986 544 140
Our estuaries, the people of the sea and our environment are rooted deep within our DNA. That is why we are part of the European Protected Designation of Origin for our Galician Mussels, Estuary fishing and Cockles of Noia. Ensuring the total traceability of the best raw materials in the world.
Visit us, we create experiences. Our team will guide you through our plant showcasing our traditional and artisanal work processes while sharing curiosities related to canning in a gastronomic and historical context. We’ll answer any questions and complete our tour with a delicious tasting.
Royal Conservera Española continues a saga of more than 100 years and three generations dedicated to quality fish and seafood canning.
We are heirs to centuries of tradition of a people dedicated to the sea, with wisdom and knowledge being passed down from generation to generation.
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Pla de Morei
Organic Winery
OUR STORY
For centuries, up to the beginning of the twentieth century, the lands of Anoia region were dedicated mainly to single-crop wine. In the case of La Torre de Claramunt, where we are located, 84% of the cultivated land was put over to vines.
Pla de Morei was created to re-position the Anoia as a territory with a long wine tradition and to transmit the respect and love to our land.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
CCPAE
CCPAE (Consell Catala de la Produccio Agraria Ecologica) is a food control authority that provides organic agri-food products auditing and certification services. It offers plant and animal origin food testing, product marketing and labelling, and more.
NOP
NOP (National Organic Program) is a federal regulatory program that develops and enforces consistent national standards for organically produced agricultural products sold in the United States. The core mission of the NOP is to protect the integrity of the USDA organic seal. The seal is used for products adhering to USDA standards that contain at least 95% organic ingredients.
Delinat
All wines in the Delinat range must at least comply with EU or Swiss organic standards. To ensure that these minimum standards are met, every farm and every wine must undergo an annual audit by an accredited inspection body. In addition, it is possible to be certified according to the Delinat standards. (use of sprays, fertilisers, biodiversity, authorised oenological practices, etc.)
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
Aflote
Aflote is a project born to help social integration and to reduce environmental impact. By recycling cork stoppers, they create jobs for people from underprivileged groups.
Pla de Morei collaborates with this project by donating all the corks from the bottles we open.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
LOCATION
Pla de Morei winery
08789 La Torre de Claramunt
Barcelona
Spain
Contact
Mail: enoturisme@plademorei.com
Phone: +34 603 013 470
At Pla de Morei we love to welcome our guests as one of the family. We are proud to show how we make our organic wines and we want each visit to be unique and special.
For us ecology, sustainability and respect for our environment are the values that push us and our goal is to transmit these values to our guests. We work hard to make our product of the best quality and also to promote collaboration with companies in our region.
Pla de Morei was born thanks to the enthusiasm and commitment of Mercè Sangüesa. Together with her husband Xavi, they decided to bet on the reactivation of a lost area of vineyards and recover its historical legacy.
Mercè has been dedicated to the world of wine and vines for more than 30 years, she worked hard to become a sommelier and today she enjoys sharing her knowledge with our guests.
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MAS OMS
Authentic and sustainable luxury
OUR STORY
Mas Oms is the accomplishment of a shared dream that Céline and Julien had been mulling over for many years. Discovering Mas Oms was the spark they needed to bring their project to life. Located at the very heart of a protected area of natural beauty, this authentic Catalan ‘masia’ is a truly magical, timeless spot. It combines good energy and healthy cuisine rich in vegetables from the garden.
LOCATION
Mas Oms
17242 Montnegre (Girona)
Spain
Contact
Mail: info@mas-oms.com
Phone: +34 634 732 697
The driveway is bordered with wildflowers, butterflies and birds twirl, the scent of fresh thyme and peppermint holds sway and the view of the Gavarres Massif will take your breath away. Push open the farmhouse door and the smell of freshly-baked bread and cakes just out of the oven greets you. Fresh flowers add the finishing touch to the wonderful decor and we welcome you wholeheartedly like old friends. The magic takes its effect and everyone feels great.
This 14th century Catalan farmhouse, nestled in the mountains between Girona, Empordá, the sea and the beaches of the Costa Brava, we have renovated it with a lot of love and passion. The rustic beauty of this place is almost intoxicating. In summer, when the sun is at its peak, we lounge in hammocks suspended between holly oaks and olive trees, sip homemade iced tea beneath the fig trees or take a dip in the saltwater pool overlooking the valley. We start a game of pétanque and order ourselves detox juices or an ice cold local beer from the bar.
In winter, we take advantage of the gorgeous daylight to go for a stroll or ride an (electric) bike through the mountains. On our return, we sit down on the swing to catch the last rays of sun. In the evening, we can happily snuggle up by the fire. En route, we stop by the library to pick one of the books and end the day leaning against the bar to discover one of the natural wines enthusiastically described by Julien.
Each season has its own charms and delights. At Mas Oms, the feeling of well-being extends year-round in perfect simplicity.
When you choose to spend time at Mas Oms, it means giving yourself a revitalising holiday from which you return uplifted and energised as well as enjoying moments of pleasure and indulgence.
Mas Oms is the accomplishment of a shared dream that Céline and Julien had been mulling over for many years. Discovering Mas Oms was the spark they needed to bring their project to life.
Located at the very heart of a protected area of natural beauty, this authentic Catalan ‘masia’ is a truly magical, timeless spot. It combines good energy and healthy cuisine rich in vegetables from the garden.
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La Tizná
A warmly welcoming and sustainable food house
OUR STORY
La Tizná is a cosy eating house with a F.L.O.S.S. philosophy (fresh, local, organic, sustainable and seasonal products) where you can enjoy breakfast, brunch or lunch, as well as an eco-shop with products direct from the Andalusian countryside, from small family producers where you can shop. This unique space is named in homage to the women who worked in charcoal kitchens and were never professionally recognised.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
CAAE
One of our suppliers has the Organic Agriculture certification granted by the CAAE, the most important in Europe. Our supplier is called BIOALVERDE. Another of our suppliers is BIOLES, in which they only work with organic productions and Fair Trade.
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
BIOALVERDE
We work with the association BIOALVERDE (www.bioalverde.com), where they achieve the socio-labor insertion of people in situations or at risk of social exclusion, while raising awareness and promoting fair and sustainable consumption. They develop organic farming and support the circular economy.
CARITAS SEVILLE
We work with Caritas Seville, helping them with innovative projects and labour inclusion. We also work with Justicia alimentaria, helping in the dissemination and training of nutrition and food sustainability.
CRUZCAMPO FOUNDATION
We collaborate with the Cruzcampo Foundation, whose objective is the professionalisation of the hospitality sector.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
Lars von der Wettern, Founder & Host @ Singular Places
Entering this place you will immediately sense the positive vibe and spirit that surrounds you, inviting you to explore a world of organic taste. Led with passion in the kitchen & cellar by the owners, you will be able to simply trust and place your experience into their hands. I did – and I loved it! I cannot state enough that experiences like La Tizná will positively change the way you look at how we eat & drink. Locals with passion and stories for each plate & glass served!
LOCATION
La Tizná
Camilo José Cela, 1
41018 Seville
Spain
Contact
Mail: info@latizna.es
Phone: +34 696 73 70 15
La Tizná offers a unique gastronomic experience, based on sensations.
The dishes on the breakfast, brunch and lunch menus have been designed by María Ángeles Muñoz with fresh, organic and seasonal food together with a bit of local tradition and an avant-garde aesthetic. A restaurant specialising in slow cooking, it serves flexitarian dishes, stews, eggs from happy hens, meats and a wide range of vegan dishes, breaking with tradition to welcome all who enter.
A very personal wine list has been designed by sommelier José Antonio Barragán, in which he tells the origin, history and evolution of the area and shares where some unique treasures can be found. Including treasures that he has personally sought out and brought back to share with La Tizná and its guests.
The coffee is organic, rich-tasting and delicious, the sourdough bread is made slowly and the sweets are perfect. Also, being a shop, you can take the experience home to share with others and extend the enjoyment that La Tizná offers.
María Ángeles Muñoz Hornillo
Consultant and manager specialising in sustainable catering, she has developed her professional career in the field of food production and the planning of spaces and facilities. She is a Higher Technician in Catering Establishments. Nutritionist and permaculture enthusiast. M. Ángeles and José Antonio have developed their most personal project, a sustainable restaurant with direct sales from the Andalusian countryside, called La Tizná.
José Antonio Barragán
Experienced sommelier, host and trainer, with a wide professional experience developed in five star hotels and prestigious restaurants. José Antonio is a service technician, specialising in local, fortified, sherry, Andalusian, organic, natural and biodynamic wines.
He has received several awards and recognitions in his professional career: Al-Ándalus Award 2015 for the best head waiter in Andalusia. Best sommelier in the province of Cádiz 2018, representing him in the 24th National Sommelier Championship. Founding member of the ASC (Association of Sommeliers of Cádiz). Starring in the documentary ¨Revolución Líquida¨ alongside renowned sommeliers such as Celler de Can Roca and Mugaritz.
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La Cata Gastromarket
First Gastronomic Market of Sierra de Madrid
OUR STORY
La Cata Gastromarket is the first gastronomic market in the Sierra de Madrid. Five years into the project, Clarisa Gil and Óscar García, creators of a new way of seeing and understanding catering in the Sierra, are committed to local gastronomic tourism, health, environmental sustainability and social responsibility. All of this in an incomparable setting, a natural kingdom declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in the north of Madrid.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
Ana Paula, Host @ Singular Places
Definitely one of my favourite places, a very unusual and unique little town where I enjoyed beautiful scenic views from the windows and terrace of La Cata Gastro Market. A perfect spot to grab a glass of wine with your date or your best friend and enjoy a lovely afternoon surrounded by nature and picturesque views.
LOCATION
La Cata Gastromarket
Buenavista Street, 1
28189 – Patones de Arriba
Madrid
Spain
Contact
Mail: @lacatagastromarket
The Little Kingdom of Patones offers pleasant walks, hotels and rural accommodation, quality restaurants, food, cuisine, wine, lamb and meat, hiking and cycling routes, exhibitions and guided tours, archaeological sites and an extensive architectural heritage.
Patones de Arriba is one of the most representative examples of black architecture in the Sierra de Ayllón and the only one in the Community of Madrid. Due to its well-preserved heritage, it was declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 1999.
Patones de Arriba is one of the most charming places in the whole Community of Madrid, and perhaps even Spain. Óscar and Clarisa realised this and dreamt of building something special here; a gastronomic space for everyone to taste, enjoy and buy local artisan products.
La Cata Gastromarket was born, the first gastronomic market in the Sierra de Madrid, where every corner is cared for down to the smallest detail,
with old materials recovered from demolition works mixed with modern ones, with works of art exhibited inside and with a breath-taking view to be enjoyed by all from the terrace.
Óscar, a builder, and Clarisa, an English teacher, pursued their dream to create something together and after five years they have achieved it and continue to serve up delightful local dishes to their guests today.
A place to enjoy the town, gastronomy, culture and art.
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Heredad Beragu Country Hotel
The essence of the most beautiful things in life
OUR STORY
The unique essence of the life and history of the Lower Mountains of Navarre are captured within an ecological and sustainable country hotel, designed to rediscover the most beautiful things that life has to offer. Integrated into the landscape of a protected natural area where you can soak in the silence. We make the ‘Kilometre Zero’ product our way of life.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
Ecostars
Ecostars® is a specific sustainability certification for hotels that awards eco-stars based on a hotel’s environmental impact per stay. Ecostars is a member or is recognised by international organisations such as the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), and national organisations such as the Spanish Tourism Board.
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
LOCATION
Heredad Beragu Hotel
c/ El Abrigo, 12
31493 Gallipienzo
Navarra
Spain
Contact
Mail: info@heredadberaguhotel.com
Phone: +34 948050109
Hidden within an ancient medieval village tucked away amongst the Lower Mountains of Navarra you will find a space created to savour the finest things that life has to offer.
Surrounded by nature, the hotel invites you to get lost and reconnect with nature. 9 unique rooms and several indoor and outdoor areas make this landscape hotel a unique place where your sense of self can be restored and revitalised.
True to our commitment to the maintenance of local ways of life; we promote respect for the environment and the people who inhabit it. We are proud to showcase the very best of our territory, a journey through the senses where images, aromas, textures, sounds, flavours and good conversations will combine to make your stay a truly unique experience.
We are Patxi and Ramón and we are the precursors of the experiential project that is Heredad Beragu. We feel really fortunate to be able to enjoy these natural surroundings with such cultural heritage and we work hard every day to promote the sustainability of our rural environment, without forgetting about the enjoyment and holiday experiences of our guests. Come visit us and we will show you the best this land has to offer.
One of our main values is our respectful relationship with the rural environment and this includes the people around us, while also trying to promote local consumption by buying fresh seasonal products from the local markets and grocers.
We also collaborate with the culture of the land and promote activities that are respectful with our surroundings.
Our commitment and respect for the rural and natural environment that surrounds us began when we had the idea to build Heredad Beragu, classified as a “sustainable building” by recycling 90% of materials removed from the old construction. The hotel is designed to provide maximum energy efficiency: power for heating and hot water is supplied by biomass and solar energy, “class A¨ appliances, low consumption lighting, sealed doors and windows, systematic recycling and we have an organic vegetable garden and chicken coop.
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Hacienda Zorita
A blissful retreat encircled by vineyards
OUR STORY
A former monastery in the Duero Valley overlooking the River Tormes; Hacienda Zorita Wine Hotel & Organic Farm is a magnificent wine resort with an impressive history that dates back to the 14th Century. Guests experience true hacienda hospitality together with the high comfort factor of a gourmet restaurant, a vinotherapy spa, wine tasting in the cellars and an ancient chapel with 16th Century works of art.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
Lars, Host @ Singular Places
Date of visit: August 2021
The unique history and peaceful surroundings capture your mind immediately.
It’s also so great to see all local cold cuts, cheeses and other produce being presented within their dégustation – to be nicely paired with their own and other regional wines.
They also have promised to work on wastage/plastic-free programs after the re-opening and we hope soon to talk about the progress :)
LOCATION
Hacienda Zorita
Wine Hotel & Organic Farm
Ctra. Ledesma, Km. 10
37115 Valverdón Salamanca
Spain
Contact
Mail: zorita@haciendazorita.com
Phone: +34 923 129 400
This converted convent, located in the beautiful Duero Valley with its own vineyard & spa, boasts spectacular gardens leading down to the Tormes River.
The Hacienda Zorita Wine Hotel & Organic Farm features plenty of historic features in its interiors. You can enjoy wooden beams, robust stone walls and cosy lounge areas with inviting sofas and open fireplaces. The spa area offers a variety of treatments including natural treatments based on wine & oil.
The Hacienda Zorita Wine Hotel & Organic Farm has a gourmet restaurant, serving dishes mostly prepared from produce grown on their organic farm. The hotel also offers guided tours round its wine-making facilities.
You can drive to the beautiful city of Salamanca in just 15 minutes from Hacienda Zorita.
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WINE HOTEL NOVAVILA
A true Galician Hideaway
OUR STORY
Novavila, located on the Atlantic coast, is the place for travellers looking for a certain laidback luxury, local flavour and avant-garde design.
It was born thanks to the passion that the Vilanova Peña family has for wine, decor, places and people.
In Novavila tradition, creativity, design and innovation are combined with local produce and an immersion within nature.
LOCATION
Wine Hotel Novavila
Arcos 12
B . Santo Tome de Nogueira
36637 Meis (Pontevedra)
Spain
Contact
Mail: info@novavilariasbaixas.com
Phone: +34 609 111 023 – +34 986 168 328
In the heart of Rías Baixas, Galicia is an area of great interest as a wine destination (being the region with the greatest variety of wine in Spain), as well as for its enchanting landscape and gastronomic flair. It also retains vast expanses of wilderness and natural protected areas.
Great Rooms, local farmers´ breakfast & we are delighted to offer our own wines for your enjoyment during your stay.
We also have agreements with external companies with whom we offer the possibility of excursions along the estuary (by boat or canoe), activities in the local region, visits to other wineries and wine tours, as well as food and wine recommendations.
NOVAVILA was born thanks to the passion that the family Vilanova Peña has for wine, decor, places and people. We wanted to restore this house to its former glory, to tell its unique story, and share a new way of communicating with those who visit us.
At Novavila we aim for our guests to enjoy their stay, to immerse themselves within the atmosphere, the produce and the people of our destination. All elements have been considered with the utmost care to represent the spirit that characterises the eclectic style of Vilanova Peña.
That is why our visitors can purchase any of the objects, pieces of furniture or accessories that are here and take them to their homes to continue to enjoy them.
And for our guests’ enjoyment to be complete, we also invite you to try the Albariño wine that we, as a family, have been making for many years now. Our wine is the result of a painstaking selection process and careful elaboration, we hope you enjoy it.
José Luis Vilanova
Your host at NOVAVILA
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