What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
•Environmentally conscious construction: The main house is constructed of Aerated Autoclaved Concrete block with high R value rigid foam board roof insulation and designed for passive cooling with some winter solar gain. It is heated with a Finnish masonry wood stove or radiant floor heat and Myson panel radiators in the bedrooms, and cottages have wood heat. The exterior and interior are finished with lime plasters, and all interior paints are No-VOC. Natural tung oil used on most handcrafted interior wood finishes.
• Two accessory dwellings for income potential (AirBNB, eco-hostel, retreat) and enough field space for gardening and smaller livestock.Property Description
This unique 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath 2480 sqft live/work space is designed to be an environmentally conscious dwelling to nurture creativity and connection to nature. A masterfully crafted home blends an urban industrial loft-style design into a beautiful wooded landscape to create a sophisticated, inspiring, and relaxed environment complete with stunning sunsets over the Juniata River valley.
The main house boasts single level living incorporating a commercial-style kitchen perfect for the enthusiastic chef. An open floor plan connects dining, living and office/workspace areas in a convivial fashion. A beautiful masonry wood stove veneered in handcrafted tiles serves as the focal point of the space. The unique roof structure features unique steel trusses and wood-plank ceiling. Walls are veneered in a warm lime plaster, handcrafted doors and windows. Floors feature porcelain tile over a radiant slab for perfect winter comfort.
A spacious master bedroom, two smaller bedrooms and two full baths are discretely located off the main living space and each features french doors, wood floors and ample closet space.
Mudroom designed to be able to be converted to a third full bathroom.
Large laundry room with two LG condensing washier/dryer, wash sink and cabinetry.
Utility Room for radiant heating system and tankless hot water heater.
Patios abound around the living space with french-style doors connecting you to ponds, outdoor shower and the other dwelling spaces.
The property features the main house and two 400 sq ft Tiny Houses that are all quietly integrated into 7+ acres of mature forest with perennial landscaping and a small pond. There is ample gardening space as well. There is an abundance of creative craftsmanship using a unique mix of timbers, masonry, tile, steel and plasters to imbue all the spaces with a timeless beauty. In addition, a 2400 sq ft workshop/utility building with 100 amp service is also included.
This property could also serve as a unique wellness retreat center or professional offices. Income possibilities exist for a great AirBNB, eco-hostel, co-housing, or just have plenty of room for the whole family. Workshop can also produce rental income.
Neighborhood Description
Beautiful wooded landscape to create a sophisticated, inspiring and relaxed environment complete with stunning sunsets over the Juniata River Valley.Market Area
The property is secluded but only 2 miles from the town of Newport and RT 322, and 30 minutes to Harrisburg, PA.School District
Community
The town of Newport has many unique and beautiful qualities. Enjoy looking at the beautiful river with many enjoying fishing or canoeing. The town square is filled with quaint shopping from antiques, farmers markets and a green coffee shop! Local CSAs and other farmers selling their products nearby as well!Location 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
| Water System | Well |
| Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Plaster - Other |
| Interior Finish | Earthen Plaster |
| Interior Paint | Low VOC |
| Floor Material | Concrete |
| Roof Material | Other |
| Window Material | Wood Dual Glazed |
| Insulation Material | Other |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | no |
| Garage Type | attached |
| Number of Cars | 1 |
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