This one of a kind timber-frame straw-bale home blends architectural beauty with exceptional energy efficiency. Thoughtfully designed and extensively upgraded, this residence delivers remarkable heat retention and year round comfort with extremely low operating costs, averaging just three cords of wood annually for heating. The home features a Blaze King wood stove with long burn times, hydronic in floor heating on the main level, dual heat pumps for heating and cooling, and high performance tilt turn Innotech windows and doors. The ICF concrete slab, 18 inch straw bale walls, and reclaimed wood flooring naturally regulate temperature throughout the home, with upper level floors back beveled to allow warm air circulation. The kitchen showcases a wood fired Forno pizza oven, massive eat up island and apron sink, while the spa inspired main bathroom offers a 2025 tiled walk in shower, bidet, and in floor heat. Outdoors you will find a large covered patio, solar heated saltwater lap pool, veranda, newer fencing with custom metal caps, and a durable metal accented exterior. Major updates include a 2018 roof and eavestroughs, 2019 Duradeck upper deck, 2024 heat pump, and sewer brought onto the property with connection at the lot line. The property may support a future double garage with carriage house, buyer to verify. Built by the original owner with a passion for sustainable living, this is a rare opportunity to own a highly efficient and beautifully crafted home. (id:27476)
