At our New York State bed and breakfast, we are committed to providing environmentally friendly, green lodging.

Watch our short video to see what we do to promote "Green Living" to our guests.

These are some of the things we do to contribute to the environment:

We are sorry to say, that the WindTamer has been removed.

Reuse/Reduce/Recycle
Enjoy your stay
Relax/Rejuvenate/Refresh
Fall 2009 installation of Low-E storm windows and lots of weather stripping to increase the efficiency of our circa 1810 original windows, yet preserving history.
Limited or no paper with:
- Online marketing
- Online reservations
- Online reservation confirmations
- Online banking
"No smoking" Inn
Bulk dispensers for amenities (no small plastic bottles or wrappers)
Amenities - 100% natural, biodegradable
Hot water - 125-130 degrees F (52-55 degrees C)
Bosch HE washer and dryer
Linens changed between guests or on request (towels on floor or in tub)
Laundry detergents - biodegradable, concentrated liquid
Microfiber towels and water for cleaning, rather than paper towels and chemicals
Steam cleaning to eliminate chemical cleaning
Recycling available for guest involvement
Glass dishes and glasses, no paper or polystyrene foam
Cloth napkins used instead of paper napkins
Cloth kitchen towels
Line dry clothes in summer when possible
Run dishwasher only when completely full, hand wash as much as possible
Ceiling fans, reversible
Solar energy is lighting signage
Motion sensor for lights on guest walk way
Compact fluorescent lighting - thinner off-white, vinyl-backed lampshades
Dimmers on light switches
Low-flow toilet water
Provide reusable hot/cold beverage containers for guest use
Produce is local and fresh, reducing transportation environmental impact
Bulk purchasing to reduce packaging
Reusable grocery bags
Filtered drinking water provided upon request with breakfast, not wasted
Filtered water dispenser available for guests to refill their own water bottles
Use of sugar bowls, pitchers for cream, and small serving dishes for butter and jellies, not individually wrapped items
Use a mulcher to create our own mulch from yard and garden clippings
Organic compost
Appliances, such as TVs, radios, and clocks, unplugged when not in use
Thermostats programmed and lowered to 64 degrees (cold seasons/24 hrs.) when rooms not in use
Open windows encouraged for summer cooling or programmed A/C at 78 degrees when requested
Extra blankets - room can be kept colder on winter nights if guests prefer
Electric fireplaces in each room
Live potted plants keep air healthier

Thank you for helping us to stay "Green"

We are proud to display our award from Clear Channel 100.5, The Drive. We are the recipient of the 2008 Greenies Award, recognizing our efforts educate and promote green living.

There is nothing better than fresh-washed sheets that have been sun kissed and dried in the breeze, to help you sleep well.

Lynda & Bob Dobberstein
Abner Adams House Bed and Breakfast
2 Howard Avenue
Bloomfield, NY 14469