At CasaMI‑CO, our eco-friendly holiday home, we believe that small gestures can lead to big changes — especially when it comes to our planet. That’s why we’ve chosen to build a holiday experience that respects the environment, supports a more sustainable lifestyle, and offers travelers a smart, eco-conscious place to stay near Lake Como.
From day one, our mission has been clear: to reduce the environmental impact of our home while offering all the comforts of modern living.
🌱 Our Commitment to Sustainability
When we first purchased our apartment in San Fedele Intelvi, the heating system relied on an old, oil-powered boiler — highly polluting and inefficient. We never used it. Instead, we immediately invested in a modern condensing boiler, designed to significantly reduce energy consumption and emissions.
This was the first step in turning CasaMI‑CO into an eco-friendly holiday home that aligns with both our values and the expectations of responsible travelers and digital nomads.
💡 Energy Efficiency: From Light Bulbs to Smart Planning
During the renovation phase, we replaced all the old incandescent bulbs with low-consumption, eco-friendly alternatives. This significantly reduced energy usage from the start. But we’re not stopping there.
In the coming months, we plan to upgrade all current bulbs to high-efficiency LED lighting, further lowering our energy footprint and improving the quality of indoor comfort for our guests.
This transition is part of a broader effort to create a space where technology and sustainability work together — a recurring theme in our approach to tourism.
🌍 Why Sustainable Tourism Matters — Especially on Lake Como
Lake Como is one of Italy’s most beloved destinations. But with popularity comes responsibility. Tourism can bring incredible benefits to local economies, but it also risks putting pressure on natural and cultural resources.
That’s why we’ve embraced the principles of sustainable tourism:
- Reduce waste
- Optimize energy use
- Respect the local environment
- Offer authentic and low-impact experiences
Choosing an eco-friendly holiday home on Lake Como means making a conscious decision — one that balances comfort and care for the land that welcomes you.
🧼 Sustainable Practices at CasaMI‑CO
Our sustainability efforts extend beyond infrastructure:
- ♻️ Waste sorting and recycling
We provide clear instructions for separating and disposing of waste responsibly. This helps us and our guests contribute to local environmental efforts. - 🚿 Eco-conscious guest amenities
We offer essentials like soap and shower gel in reusable containers, avoiding unnecessary plastic waste. - 📘 Digital guidebooks and local tips
Instead of paper brochures, we provide guests with digital guidebooks and access to VICKY, our AI virtual concierge, for all local recommendations. This allows us to minimize printed materials while ensuring that all information is always accurate, updated, and easy to access from any device.
🧠 Technology + Nature = A Smarter Stay
At CasaMI‑CO, we believe sustainability doesn’t mean giving up convenience. Quite the opposite. Our smart tech features allow for a seamless stay while reducing waste and energy use.
You’ll find:
- Self Check-In with Smart Lock (no printed check-in documents)
- Smart heating system, remotely controlled and optimized for comfort and efficiency
- Virtual concierge assistance to avoid excessive paper use or unnecessary travel
Everything is designed to offer comfort with minimal environmental cost.
🏡 What Makes CasaMI‑CO an Eco-Friendly Holiday Home?
Here’s what sets us apart:
- 🛠️ Energy-efficient appliances and heating systems
- 💡 LED lighting (coming soon)
- ♻️ Recycling and waste separation
- 🚿 Minimal single-use plastic
- 🤖 Digital and paperless systems
- 📍 Location in a walkable village, with easy access to trails and public transport
Staying at CasaMI‑CO means choosing a place where your footprint is lighter, and your experience is richer.
💬 What Guests Are Saying
Many of our guests have appreciated our efforts to create a comfortable, modern, and responsible space. Several have commented on:
- The care for details
- The cleanliness and efficiency of the home
- The feeling of living like a local, without compromising on sustainability
We believe tourism should always give back to the territory that hosts it — and that’s what guides every decision we make.
🔜 What’s Next? Our Sustainability Roadmap
We’re proud of the progress we’ve made — but there’s more to come:
- 🚴♀️ We’re exploring the addition of bike-sharing options for guests
- 🌞 We’re evaluating the use of solar panels for part of our energy supply
- 🌿 We’re looking into green partnerships with local eco-businesses
Stay tuned for more updates — and be part of a more sustainable way to travel.
🙌 Thank You for Choosing Responsible Travel
Every guest who stays at CasaMI‑CO helps support a vision of conscious tourism, where technology, comfort, and respect for nature go hand in hand.
We hope your stay inspires you to embrace sustainable choices — not only while traveling, but in your everyday life.
Thank you for being part of the change.
