What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Feataured in two documentaries ("The Great Warming") and described by Alanis Morissette as the "prescription for the future."
Passive solar design
Designed to fight seasonal affective disorder in northen climate
Wood floors, natural materials throughout, pickled natural wood trim
Custom birch cabinets
Maple butcher block counters
Tile baths/granite counter
No particle board
No off gassing materials
Tulikivi soapstone sto
Contraflow whole house circulation
Allergy free materials
Organic raised bed gardens
Established apple/lilac/birch trees
Native wildflower meadow
Insulating curtains
Whole house (hidden) sprinkler system
Super efficient furnace w/ 5 zones
R60 roof insulation
Efficient underfloor radiant heat
One of the most efficiently engineered homes you will find anywhereProperty Description
2400 sq. ft. passive solar building/healthy home, featured in two documentaries and described by Alanis Morissette as the “prescription for the future,” acres of (south facing) natural light, eight skylights, highest quality materials, craftsmanship, and engineering, oversized Pella windows (no more Seasonal Affective Disorder!), birch floors, custom birch cabinets, maple butcher block counters, large pantry, pickled natural wood trim and solid core doors, soothing interior color scheme, stainless steel Energy Star appliances, soapstone Tulikivi wood stove, radiant underfloor heat with five zones, super insulated, hidden whole house sprinkler system, 3BR/2BA with large, private master bedroom plus 2 bonus rooms on 3rd floor (home office, art studio), tile baths with granite counter top, lots of closets and convenient storage spaces, organic raised bed gardens, low maintenance wildflower meadow, maple trees and mature lilacs/birches/apple trees, Trex deck, Hardeeboard siding, cedar shake roof, copper ridge cap, two car barn w/overhead storage, beautiful pastoral views.
Ultra low VOC house, relief from allergies, self-cleaning whole house convection, no fungus, no off gassing materials.
Escape to this safe, quiet refuge just minutes from I91; playground, ball fields, tennis courts, and quality elementary school with small class size and great student/teacher ratio right across the road; also in easy walking distance of Town Hall, church, well stocked, full-service library, country store w/ video rental, and the beautiful Connecticut River with swimming hole and canoe portage. 10-20 minute drive to Woodsville, St. Johnsbury, and Littleton; easy commute to Hanover and Montpelier. Short distance to several ski resorts. Great biking, hiking, and cross country skiing just outside your door.
Enjoy the benefits of New Hampshire’s no income/sales taxes, Monroe’s low property taxes, and free tuition and transportation to acclaimed St. Johnsbury Academy. One year’s energy stored underground on-site. Electricity $20/month; heats w/ just 2 cords of wood and 42 gals/month propane! If you are looking for an idyllic community that offers great services, a super energy efficient home with an elegant and sophisticated 21st century design, low taxes, extraordinary schools, and low maintenance, built-for-generations-to-come craftsmanship, call us for information packet and to schedule a showing.
Neighborhood Description
Village location in rural setting with easy access to all services
Located on the Connecticut River/border of Vermont (see the Green Mountains out the western windows)
Across the road from spectacular elementary school with small classes and great student/teacher ratio
Playing fields, tennis court, Town Hall, Library, village store, church, swimming hole, canoe portage, x-country skiing, biking, hiking all within easy walking distance
Access to locally produced eggs, beef, venison, and chicken plus extensive vegetable stand in summer
Active dairy farms in town, and a thriving cage-free organic egg farm (Pete and Gerry\'s)
Convenient location just 3 miles from I91
Quiet, peaceful, idyllic community--a great place to raise kids or to retire from the city.
Very, very safe area; peace of mind that is priceless.
The stars on a clear night are unbelievable!
Economical too--Very low property taxes, no state income or sales tax, plus your children can attend wonderful St. Johnsbury Academy (boarding tuition $34,000) tuition FREE!!! Both our children attended and received fabulous educations--our daughter just got a 4-year, full tuition college scholarship because of the wonderful education she received at the Academy!Market Area
Monroe is located within 10-20 minutes of Woodsville, NH; St. Johnsbury, VT; and Littleton, NH. We are also an easy communte to Hanover (Dartmouth) and Montpelier (Vermont state capital).School District
Location of Home or Land
Rural
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 | Solar - Passive |
| Cooling System | Passive Cooling |
| Ventilation System | Other |
| Whole House Filtration | Other |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Water System | Municipal |
| Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Other |
| Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock |
| Interior Paint | Low VOC |
| Floor Material | Wood - Solid |
| Roof Material | Other |
| Window Material | Wood Dual Glazed |
| Insulation Material | Fiberglass |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | yes |
| Garage Type | detached |
| Number of Cars | 2 |
| Garage Area | 400 sqft |
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