What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Solar power; off grid; high efficiency radiant heat floors; Vermont Bun Baker wood stove for heating and cooking; sustainably harvested wood framing; private well; private septic system; thermal window treatments included. Sun Frost, very high efficiency refrigerator.Property Description
Employment relocation offers an opportunity to own this distinctive off grid home situated on 4 peaceful acres! Minutes from the charming village of Plainfield and only 13 miles to Montpelier, this home offers easy access to all of central Vermont's many amenities. Picturesque brook follows two sides of property. Inside the gorgeous home, you'll find a spacious loft with recessed lighting overlooking the open floor plan! downstairs you'll find pocket doors, great details, and numerous modern design elements. Home also features hardwood hickory woodwork details throughout. Hickory butcher block countertop and Kraus sink in kitchen, up-cycled barn wood in the living room, and a double ended, claw foot soaker tub in the bathroom complete the environment of relaxation. Other sustainable features include soaring cork cathedral ceilings, radiant central heat (propane, high efficiency- 2016), Vermont Bun Baker wood stove (for cooking and heating), and much more. Solar energy, backup propane generator with auto connect AGS, AC power inverter (safe for sensitive electronics), and battery monitor for ease of monitoring. Perfect getaway retreat, second home, or year round oasis. Peaceful and serene setting offers an ideal atmosphere for writers, artists, and creativity. Plenty of space for gardens and more outside! Brand new propane stove also included in sale for a second cooking option.Neighborhood Description
Plainfield is a vibrant rural neighborhood in central Vermont with an active local economy and many hikes with stunning vista views and natural beauty to enjoy with hiking, cross country skiing, and other nearby activities as well as community and cultural events.Market Area
Visit the town website to learn about the activities and community: http://www.plainfieldvt.usSchool District
Twinfield Union School: The mission of the Twinfield Union School community is to educate all students to become responsible, productive, critical-thinking, life-long learning citizens in a safe, nurturing environment of mutual respect, high standards, creativity, and academic excellence.Community
Plainfield village offers a newly installed electric car charging station, town solar array, and rain garden, that was selected as "Best Rain Garden Outside of Chittenden County." The quaint village is home to about 1,200 residents as well as Goddard College, a local gallery, food-coop, yoga studio, and many more amenities often uncommon in similarly sized towns.Location of Home or Land
Rural
Elevation of Home
Mountain
Air Quality
Agriculture in Area | no |
Industry in Area | no |
Air Pollution in Area | no |
Pesticide Free | no |
Fragrance Free | no |
Cleaned with Green Products | no |
Interior Environment
Heating System | Other |
Cooling System | Passive Cooling |
Ventilation System | Other |
Whole House Filtration | Other |
Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
Energy System | Off the Grid |
Water System | Well |
Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
Exterior Finish | Wood |
Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock |
Interior Paint | Low VOC |
Floor Material | Concrete |
Roof Material | Metal |
Window Material | Vinyl or Vinyl Clad |
Insulation Material | Urethane Foam |
Garage / Car Port
Garage / Carport | no |
Garage Type | attached |
Number of Cars | 1 |