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a. Very quiet indoors – thick walls, triple paned windows, ultra quiet minisplit heating and cooling
b. Save Money – very low energy bills. Winter heating is a big cost in Big bear but not here
c. Indoor air quality – no carpet, constant ventilation, no gas appliances (Hot water heater and Fireplace are direct vented – they use outside combustion air).
d. Tankless water heater provides endless hot water when you need it, but is completely off when house is not occupied. You won’t pay to heat water when you aren’t there.
e. The house is so well insulated it doesn’t take much to heat or cool it. The temperature stays very even throughout the house. Also passive heating through high solar gain windows on south elevation.Property Description
Form meets function in this architect designed custom mountain home, completed in 2015 with many efficient Green features. You'll love the peace and quiet that comes with insulated walls, triple pane windows and ultra quiet heating & air conditioning units. There's a lot of pocket book savings as well, including solar panels, insulated slab, tankless water heater, LED lighting throughout, and Energy Star Appliances. Modern open concept design with grand entry, high ceilings, lots of windows, stacked stone wall accents, and gas log fireplace. Kitchen features granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Convenient front patio is accessed from the living area slider door. Light & bright loft area. All three bedrooms feature vaulted ceilings and laminate wood flooring. The bathrooms have tile floors & showers plus dual sink vanities, and jetted tub at the master bath. Lots of other amenities and features!Neighborhood Description
Very quiet neighborhood. Centrally located for enjoying Big Bear (or renting) in all seasons: The Village is 0.8 miles away, the lake is 1 mile away, Big Bear Marina 1 mile, Holloway's Marina 1 mile, Snow Summit 3 miles, Bear Mountain 4.7 miles.Market Area
Big Bear Lake is a popular vacation spot a few hours drive from the Los Angeles area. Aspen Resorts recently purchased both of the ski resorts in Big Bear. This is a four season resort with fishing, wake boarding, paddle boarding, hiking, mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding.School District
Bear Valley Unified School DistrictCommunity
Big Bear Lake is a small city in Southern California. It sits on the banks of fish-filled Big Bear Lake. It’s known for Bear Mountain ski resort, with its terrain parks and learner slopes, and family-friendly Snow Summit ski resort. Boutiques, gift shops and restaurants line the streets of Big Bear Lake Village, the commercial area. Surrounding the city, the rugged San Bernardino National Forest has mountain trails.Location of Home or Land
Suburban
Elevation of Home
Mountain
Air Quality
| Agriculture in Area | no |
| Industry in Area | no |
| Air Pollution in Area | no |
| Pesticide Free | yes |
| Fragrance Free | yes |
| Cleaned with Green Products | yes |
Interior Environment
| Heating System | Forced Air - Heat Pump |
| Cooling System | High Efficiency Heat Pump |
| Ventilation System | Whole House Fan |
| Whole House Filtration | None |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Energy System | Photovoltaic (PV) |
| Water System | Municipal |
| Wastewater System | Municipal |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Other |
| Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock |
| Interior Paint | Low VOC |
| Floor Material | Tile |
| Roof Material | Asphalt Composition Shingle |
| Window Material | Vinyl or Vinyl Clad |
| Insulation Material | Other |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | yes |
| Garage Type | attached |
| Number of Cars | 1 |
| Garage Area | 286 sqft |
