What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Energy efficient windows, blinds, passive solar design, in-floor radiant heat, solar power, hydro-power.rnView a video of the interior here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAGLYYOadcA&t=254sProperty Description
Private, luxurious off-grid retreat with the capability to support an extended family. Log-sided 4 bdrm/3 bath with over 3000 square feet of living space, septic system, wood and propane heating. Year-round solar power with seasonal hydro-power and gravity feed water system. Generator included for back-up power as needed. 1000 gallons of built-in water storage with a supplemental water system fed by a year-round spring. Water rights to springs that feed the swimming/fishing pond. rn1000-gallon propane tank supplies double ovens, 5 burner stove-top, refrigerator, hot water tank, a wall heater, and a thermostat-controlled in-floor radiant heating with 5 zones. Propane also supplies 6-person hot tub.rnCustom log work throughout. 600 square feet of covered decking wraps around three sides of the lodge. Beautiful custom blue pine kitchen cabinetry, specialty log stair cases and railings, butcher block counter tops and large kitchen island with seating. Solid knotty pine doors and trim and natural slate-tiled wall and floor accents add to the warmth of the lodge. rnBreathtaking panoramic views and safe wildlife watching from deck and great room. Double-walled insulating Levolor blinds throughout lodge with remote control access.rnVideo of interior here: https://youtu.be/8b9IatX6qvkrnThe 600 sq.ft. Garage/shop has a 25 ft ceiling. The attached south-facing greenhouse vents into the home for heating efficiency during the winter months. Established rock gardens supplement the greenhouse.rnThe 40 acre property borders USFS and private timber land held under a conservation easement and includes 600 feet of elevation change, a rock fortress along the western border, diverse forest habitat, abundant wildlife, and mountain top views of Canada, Montana, McArthur Lake and Lake Pend Orielle. Numerous hiking trails to water sources, spectacular views, huckleberries and ziplines. Over 100 feet perimeter around lodge maintained for fire protection and defense. Two areas are suitable for helicopter landing. With low property taxes and year-round sustainable living at its finest, you will not want to leave this private, end-of-road, mountain top retreat. rnShowing by appointment only. Private Road - neighbors will not let you pass the gated road.
Neighborhood Description
A forest lover's paradise, the isolated view acreage and steep mountainsides rising 600' from the lowest point of the acreage provide seclusion and privacy. Located near a private wildlife refuge and bordering USFS land, this property is bordered by USFS land on the south and private conservation easement on the east. A mountain range rises along your western edge and a steep rise above the house is your northern boundary. The nearest neighbors are deer, elk, moose and grizzlies.Market Area
located in the Idaho panhandle - half-way between Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry. The home is 25-30 minutes from either community. rnhttp://visitsandpoint.com/rnhttp://www.bonnersferry.id.gov/School District
Boundary County School District. Naples Elementary School is 15-20 minutes away. The middle school and high school are located in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.rnhttp://www.bcsd101.com/Community
http://www.boundarycountyid.org/rnhttps://www.tpl.org/media-room/mcarthur-lake-forestland-protected-jobs-wildlife-and-recreationLocation of Home or Land
Rural
Elevation of Home
Mountain
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 | Hydronic Floor Heat (radiant) |
| Cooling System | Passive Cooling |
| Ventilation System | Other |
| Whole House Filtration | None |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Energy System | Off the Grid |
| Water System | Other |
| Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Wood |
| Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock |
| Interior Paint | Other |
| Floor Material | Tile |
| Roof Material | Metal |
| Window Material | Vinyl or Vinyl Clad |
| Insulation Material | Fiberglass |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | yes |
| Garage Type | attached |
| Number of Cars | 2 |
| Garage Area | 600 sqft |
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