Water use
Use natural, biodegradable products. Keep chemicals out of the drains.
Fruit Farm
Welcome
A sustainable and ecological off-grid farm
The Essentials
Four simple things to remember during your stay.
Bathroom use
Only human waste and toilet paper go in the toilet. Everything else goes in the bin.
Hot water
Heated by the sun, with a limited supply. Please keep showers short so everyone can enjoy it.
Electricity use
Phones and laptops are welcome. Ask us before using devices over 500 W or powerful appliances.
How things work
Open each section to read the practical details.
Water use Products, sinks and drains
Water used in the house is filtered and returns to the land and trees. Our wastewater system uses a septic tank and natural bacterial filtration.
The bacteria help the system work, so please use natural, biodegradable products when showering, washing clothes or using the sinks.
Please keep these products out of the drains:
- Bleach and harsh cleaning products
- Chemical detergents
- Strong synthetic soaps
- Toxic products
If you are unsure whether a product is suitable, please ask us first.
Bathroom use What belongs in the toilet?
The toilet is connected to the same wastewater system. Only human waste and normal toilet paper should go into it.
Please put everything else in the bin, including:
- Wet wipes, even if labelled “flushable”
- Sanitary pads and tampons
- Paper other than normal toilet paper
- Plastics and other solid waste
These items can block or damage the septic system.
Hot water Solar heating and shower times
Hot water is heated using solar energy. Availability depends on sunshine and the energy produced that day. Our water heater holds 50 litres.
Hot water is generally available at these times:
Winter
Around 1:00 pm–5:30 pm
Summer
Around 11:30 am–6:30 pm
Once heating stops, the hot water remaining in the tank is what is available for the evening and night.
Please keep showers short and use hot water thoughtfully so there is enough for everyone.
Electricity use Charging and powerful appliances
Electricity comes from our off-grid solar system, so the available supply is limited. You are welcome to charge everyday devices such as phones and laptops.
Please ask us before using:
- Any device consuming more than 500 W
- Large battery chargers
- Heaters and cooking appliances
- Other devices that produce heat or use a lot of power
Even opening a tap uses electricity because the water pump switches on. Heavy electrical loads can drain the batteries and affect the whole system.
If you are unsure about a device, please ask before plugging it in.
