New Canaan, Connecticut

5,000 sq ft LEED Platnium Adironack Solar home. 4+ac. w/ pond, gazebo, organic garden, orchard, Rippowam River. Heated pool/ spa. 'Green Home' w/recycled &reclaimed materials. Energy from photovoltaic & solar panels. Greywater system, raingarden
Green HomeLEED HomeSustainable HomeEnergyStar HomeSolar - Photovoltaic
$4,500,000Asking Price (USD)
$25,129Annual Property Tax
$1,100Annual Utility Cost
4,999Square Feet
4 / 4Beds / Baths
4.6 acresLot Size
2008Year Built
Green HomeProperty Type

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Purchase Price ($)Down Payment
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Loan Amount
$3,600,000
Annual Interest Rate
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Loan Term (years)
Monthly Mortgage Payment
$25,915.34

What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?

Award Winning LEED Platnium winner Receives energy from the sun Made from recycled and reclaimed materials Triple Insulated Windows Recycled Rubber and Plastic Roof Grey water System Permaculture Landscaping Rain garden

Property Description

Where Luxury Meets Sustainable Living Live in Harmony with Nature Welcome to this most ecofriendly residence where luxury meets sustainable living. Built in 2008 by experts in “Green Building” this 4,999 sq ft LEED Platnium Certified Adirondack style stone and shingle home is situated on 4.6 idyllic acres in New Canaan, Ct The main floor of the house starts with a gourmet kitchen with counter tops made of recycled glass where is the space and design to prepare your next meal and friends can gather around the wood topped center island. The inviting dining room is elegant and will make your guests want to linger. The wood flooring throughout the home is from reclaimed red and white oak wood. There is a large inviting great room with stone fireplace leading to a screened porch. The south facing windows in this room define the space with light and warmth. Retreat to the master bedroom suite on the first floor which is restful and relaxing with two walk in closets. The luxurious bath boasts of a separate shower and soaking tub. Head up the stairs and on the second floor there are three additional bedrooms, 2 offices and two stunning bathrooms. One of the offices has a fireplace, vaulted ceiling and glorious views of the property. (quiet time) The lower level is walk out and has a changing area, full bath with steam shower, large open recreation room with clay clad fireplace, exercise room, large storage room and two mechanical rooms. Built from local and recycled materials, it gets its energy from solar panels which are fed back into the grid and the solar thermal panels which heat the house, domestic hot water and swimming pool by way of a 1,000 gallon storage tank that stores heat. The backyard boasts of a covered terrace with fireplace, a gorgeous pool and spa, a large organic garden, a labyrinth providing a peaceful area for rest and reflection, an iris edged pond and a gazebo, all situated by winding Rippowam River with glorious waterfall views. Overall 94% of the homes energy needs are met by solar technologies. This home is incomparable in design and forward thinking and is a stunning example of how to move forward in saving our planet and living in harmony with nature

Neighborhood Description

Peaceful, beautiful 4 acre zoning allows one to live in harmony with nature.

Market Area

Only a short 6 minute drive to the heart of New Canaan where culture abounds through gallery, shops, restaurants, golf courses, award winning schools and Metro North to NYC

School District

The quality and expansiveness of New Canaan curriculum and instruction is evidenced by the continuing success of students and graduates as measured by a broad array of indicators. These include traditional and performance based academic assessments as well as recognitions and honors earned in domains such as visual and performing arts, technical, engineering, business and consumer sciences, world languages, 21st century literacies, community service and leadership.

Community

New Canaan, Connecticut A unique town where its rich history remains alive while blending the past with the future. A treasured hamlet, nowhere is its specialty more evident and beautifully illustrated than in the many elegant homes, quaint residences, spacious grounds and charming village which grace the twenty three square miles with its boundaries. An involved civic minded community, convenient geographic location, an easily commutable railroad, a recreational haven, and excellent schools.

Location of Home or Land

Suburban

Elevation of Home

Sea Level

Air Quality

Agriculture in Areano
Industry in Areano
Air Pollution in Areano
Pesticide Freeyes
Fragrance Freeyes
Cleaned with Green Productsyes

Interior Environment

Heating System
Solar - Active
Cooling System
High Efficiency Heat Pump
Ventilation System
Part of Cooling System
Whole House Filtration
Active charcoal
Whole House Vacuumno

Energy & Water

Energy System
Solar - Photovoltaic
Water System
Well
Rain Water Collection
Wastewater System
Composting Toilet
Septic System

Construction Information

Exterior Finish
Shingles - Wood
Interior Finish
Wood - Solid
Interior Paint
Low VOC
Auro
Floor Material
Concrete
Wood - Solid
Roof Material
Other
Window Material
Other
Insulation Material
Other

Garage / Car Port

Garage / Carportyes
Garage Typeattached
Number of Cars3
Garage Area943 sqft

Property Website

Website: www.kantorgreenhome.com

Contact Seller

Listing ID : 19729