What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Double wall construction (Walls 2x4 outer and inner frames. Roof 2x10 outer and 2x6 inner) with dense packed cellulose insulation results in R values of 40 in the walls and 70 in the roof. Triple glazed fiberglass casement windows (Thermotech) with double low E coating. Window placement on the back of the house which faces due south results in increased solar gain during the colder months (2 foot roof overhang prevents solar gain in summer). Insulated Thermomass ("Reverse ICF") foundation. 5.67 kW grid tied rooftop solar array (owned) consistently produces power in excess of consumption. Rooftop solar hot water with electric on demand assist. Wood heat with electric backup (wood consumption less than 1 cord per year, all wood produced on property). Energy recovery ventilation system provides superb indoor air quality.Property Description
Two thousand square foot, 3 bedroom, tall posted cape on 1.6 acres. Conventional appearance but very unconventional construction. Very warm in the winter, cool in the summer, cozy and comfortable with excellent air quality. Screened porch and decks (upstairs and down) with wide views. The first floor features a bright, open floor plan. Bedrooms, laundry, and full bath (with jacuzzi) are upstairs. The partially finished basement has a guest room, ample work and storage space as well as a separate cold storage room (root/wine cellar). Beautifully landscaped with established gardens, apple trees, berry patches and perennials. Property borders a clear running stream and 500 plus acres of open space (State forest and local land trust properties) with extensive network of hiking trails yet is close to town.
Neighborhood Description
Quiet residential road just off Main Street which borders extensive greenspace/wildlife preserve. Walking distance to center of town.Market Area
Somers is located in North Central CT, on the Mass line, between Interstate Routes 84 and 91which provide easy access to Boston, New York, the Berkshires and northern New England. The nearest cities are Hartford and Springfield.School District
Elementary, middle, and high schools as well as the public library are located in the same campus. The highly rated schools are the reason many families choose to live in Somers. Our personal experience raising our child in town has been very positive.Community
Mixed residential, agriculture, and open space featuring easy access to trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. A quiet, safe, and affluent town not far from Hartford and Springfield with their vibrant cultural, entertainment, and culinary scenes.Location of Home or Land
Suburban
Air Quality
| Agriculture in Area | yes |
| Industry in Area | no |
| Air Pollution in Area | no |
| Pesticide Free | yes |
| Fragrance Free | yes |
| Cleaned with Green Products | yes |
Interior Environment
| Heating System | Other |
| Cooling System | Other |
| Ventilation System | Heat Exchanger |
| Whole House Filtration | Other |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Energy System | Photovoltaic (PV) |
| Water System | Municipal |
| Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Shingles - Wood |
| Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock |
| Interior Paint | Other |
| Floor Material | Tile |
| Roof Material | Asphalt Composition Shingle |
| Window Material | Other |
| Insulation Material | Other |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | yes |
| Garage Type | detached |
| Number of Cars | 2 |
| Garage Area | 792 sqft |
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