What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Open concept passive solar home with a wood burning Kodiak stove.
New windows in 2010
New Insulated Shades 2010
Whole-house power generator installed in 2012
New roof in 2009
Whole house wood burning stove
Whole house centrally located ceiling fan
Instant heat hot water heater in 2009
2 free standing gas heaters 2009Property Description
Freedom from high-energy bills without giving up any of the conveniences of a modern home. 2600+/- sf custom-built cedar passive solar 2-story home on 3+ acres. Occupied by the original owners. 400+/- sf addition:2009. Over-sized 1-car garage: 2012. Additional shed installed in 1985. Open floor plan:3-4 BR, 3 full BH, sun-room, 2 LR, den, FR, DR, kitchen, storage areas, attic storage, walk-in closets, hot tub, large attached 2-car garage. A home where the sun provides up to 75% of the heat. A wood burning stove can handle the rest. Electric bills averages about $125/month! Includes a hot tub, HW, dryer). 2 gas heat sources and a bathroom powered by an instant hot water gas heater guarantees heat and hot water when everything else fails! No need to sacrifice comfort for economy and independence. For added security, a whole house generator handles outages! Beautifully landscaped property offering a serene and peaceful escape from the world with the ability to entertain groups from 5-50.
Neighborhood Description
Country setting yet close to essentials like banks, shopping, etc. Each home has approximately 3-5 acres.Market Area
Schnecksville is a small community approximately 20 miles from Allentown, 25 miles from Bethlehem, 60 miles from Philadelphia and 90 miles to New York City.School District
Located in Northwestern School DistrictCommunity
Small suburban subdivision of approximately 13-15 homesLocation of Home or Land
Suburban
Elevation of Home
Mountain
Air Quality
Agriculture in Area | yes |
Industry in Area | no |
Air Pollution in Area | yes |
Pesticide Free | yes |
Fragrance Free | yes |
Cleaned with Green Products | yes |
Interior Environment
Heating System | Electric Radiant |
Cooling System | Conventional Forced Air - A/C |
Ventilation System | Whole House Fan |
Whole House Filtration | None |
Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
Energy System | Off the Grid |
Water System | Well |
Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
Exterior Finish | Wood |
Interior Finish | Cement Plaster |
Interior Paint | Other |
Floor Material | Carpet |
Roof Material | Asphalt Composition Shingle |
Window Material | Wood Dual Glazed |
Insulation Material | Fiberglass |
Garage / Car Port
Garage / Carport | yes |
Garage Type | attached |
Number of Cars | 2 |
Garage Area | 450 sqft |