Newport, Pennsylvania

2480 sqft environmentally conscious home. 7+ acres, two tiny houses & workshop. Masterfully crafted industrial loft-style in a beautiful wooded landscape. AAC block walls, passive cooling, radiant heat, masonry wood heater. Tankless water heater.
Green HomeSustainable HomeEnergy Efficient Home
$3,933Annual Property Tax
$2,400Annual Utility Cost
2,480Square Feet
3 / 2Beds / Baths
7.4 acresLot Size
2007Year Built
Green HomeProperty Type

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Purchase Price ($)Down Payment
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Loan Amount
$271,920
Annual Interest Rate
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Loan Term (years)
Monthly Mortgage Payment
$1,957.47

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

Newport 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 Areayes
Industry in Areano
Air Pollution in Areano
Pesticide Freeyes
Fragrance Freeyes
Cleaned with Green Productsyes

Interior Environment

Heating System
Hydronic Floor Heat (radiant)
Wood Stove
Cooling System
Passive Cooling
Ventilation System
Other
Whole House Filtration
None
Whole House Vacuumno

Energy & Water

Water System
Well
Wastewater System
Septic System

Construction Information

Exterior Finish
Plaster - Other
Interior Finish
Earthen Plaster
Wood - Solid
Interior Paint
Low VOC
Floor Material
Concrete
Tile
Wood - Solid
Roof Material
Other
Window Material
Wood Dual Glazed
Insulation Material
Other

Garage / Car Port

Garage / Carportno
Garage Typeattached
Number of Cars1

Property Website

Website: http://bit.ly/2dHaMsb

Contact Seller

Listing ID : 20135