PISTOLNY New York, NY 2/2008

Come home to Green Lodging in the Green Mountain State... The Park Light Inn is a Vermont State Certified Green Hotel offering Vermont Bed and Breakfast lodging under socially and ecologically responsible practice guidelines and accommodations with the highest quality green standards and practices.

Consider reviewing our eco-tourism travel packages for a variety sustainable travel offerings. Enjoy countless incredible offerings suitable for any activity level. Challenge yourself to new heights or simply enjoy a quite stroll on Chester's new Lost Mine Trail. Maps are always available free of charge. Need a guide, no problem, simply call your innkeepers anytime, toll-free for additional details at (888) 875-4417.

Eco-Tourism in Vermont at
An Award Winning Green Hotel:

The Park Light Inn is an environmentally friendly Vermont Green Hotel Bed and Breakfast Inn, located in Chester Vermont, offering a variety of eco-tourism travel packages.

With strong emphasis on green building, in 2005 innkeepers Jo-Ann and Jack initiated major restoration of the over 100 year old, historic Inn and barn buildings. Recently completed, green renovations included the extensive use of recycled building materials inside and out, insulation, heating system replacement and upgrades, water saving/reduction upgrades, installation of energy star appliances, lighting fixture replacement and so much more… A meticulous and socially conscious combination of beauty, comfort and a variety of green features, has resulted in a harmonious blend of elegance and history with sustainable eco-friendly comfort. Enhancements include:

• Heating and hot water insulation and upgrades resulting in greater energy efficiency
• Use of recycled wood products both inside and out
• Heat/cooling losses minimized with storm window installations and insulation upgrades
• Salvaged antique glass windows utilized in new construction of dining room and where replacement was necessary, energy efficient low-e windows and doors utilized with glass patio doors and replacement windows
• Efficient faucets, toilets and fixtures installed
• Salvaged, recycled and refurbished architectural and period building materials utilized whenever possible
• Nature's 100% wool carpet, rugs along with natural fiber area rugs in most rooms and common areas
• Wi-Fi internet for carbon free communications and paper waste reduction
• Three newly designed outdoor living environments w/ comfortable furnishings including fire-pits and all-day sunshine and shaded areas, enable reduction in use of indoor cooling/heating
• Recycling stations in common areas and individual recycling units in each guest room
• Quality renovation of bathrooms including plumbing and efficient fixtures, while maintaining historic charm – including recycling a claw-foot soaking tub as one of the structures original details
• Guest rooms renovations including period wall papers, allowed minimal use of low toxic paints, caulks and finishes without disruption to the historic character
• Eco-friendly vent-less or wood-burning fireplaces in all guest suites/rooms
• Bulk amenity dispensers installed in all guest bathrooms
• Kitchen renovations with energy efficient appliances and cabinet upgrades, with minimal material waste and consideration to original details such as a carefully preserved antique soapstone sink.
• Landscaping renovations including use of chemical free lawn maintenance and the installation of 42 trees/bushes for pollution reduction.
• Most materials removed during the renovation process were donated and recycled.

Enhancements which will help preserve the historic wooden building and barn also include countless structural enhancements to support bathrooms, tile flooring/walls in bath units which protect the beams from exposure to dampness/moisture, increased ventilation throughout for improved air quality, preserving and protecting the structure from climate damage.

In 2007 Jo-Ann and Jack achieved their personal environmental goals and the Park Light Inn was designated a Vermont “Green Hotel” by the Vermont State “Green Hotels in the Green Mountain State” program; one of only 8 of such similar state run programs in the United States. The innkeepers have been recognized by Governor Jim Douglas with an award for environmental excellence and by the Vermont State House of Representatives as a founding member of Vermont's First Green Lodging Association and are proud to be included as one of less than 400 Green Hotels to have received State certification 1 as a Green Hotel in the United States.

But it doesn't stop here… even today decisions are constantly being made or adjusted to meet the individual sustainable goals set forth by the innkeepers. In collaboration with Green Hotels in the Green Mountain State, and with the generous support of Efficiency Vermont, CVPS, and others, many exciting changes have already been implemented, with more on the way.

Source: greenlodgingnews.com November 2007

Environmental Management
Our Eco-Mission:

To provide guests of the Park Light Inn with the highest quality of both products and services, while supporting sustainable tourism in Vermont through the use of non-toxic and minimally intrusive, eco-friendly products/services, reduction of waste/energy consumption and wherever possible, partnering with local businesses in the purchase of such goods and services in order to reduce the environmental footprint left behind by our business.

Being environmentally responsible doesn't happen in a day, it is a commitment and one that innkeepers at the Park Light Inn are fully dedicated to. Jo-Ann Jorgensen states; “in each business decision we make, consideration is given to our environmental impact. Often, it requires greater investment to do the right thing, whether it be more expensive paper products or selecting locally grown organic produce, as opposed to inexpensive imports at the supermarket or wholesaler; expanding upon our vision to reduce our environmental impact takes a starring role in our decision making process. Of course, all the while we must maintain the balance of the four star Vermont Bed and Breakfast Inn experience to which our guests have become accustomed and have grown to expect – which is why only the highest quality products and service providers are even considered.” The Park Light Inn has adopted strong environmental policies and has committed to expanding upon such practices and policies in the future.

As a Vermont Green Hotel, the Park Light Inn is proud to be affiliated with the following Vermont State Eco-partners, whereby contributing to a greener, healthier, ecological tourism in Vermont experience.

What to expect:
Environmental Practices at Park Light Inn

Guests are pampered with quality organic/vegan amenity productions including those from Vermont Soapworks.

Our coffees are locally roasted, decaf is chemical free water processed. We are actively working with our service providers to increase organic and fair trade selections of beverages and snacks.