What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Sun-Tracker solar array, top-of-the-line insulation, custom window insulating panels, "Cozy Home" energy certificateProperty Description
Located on 27 acres in a serene country setting of open fields and managed forest and within a short walk of a beautiful brook on the property – this charming well-cared-for Classic Cape is a perfect choice for nature-lovers, retirees or second-home owners. Historic Green River covered bridge with waterfall and swimming hole is just one mile down the road. Energy efficient upgrades keep heating costs down, while a solar array eliminates monthly electric bills and generates extra credits for your use. First-floor bedroom and 3/4 bath, open-concept kitchen, dining and living spaces, with bright and airy three-season sunroom. Second floor master suite with walk-in closet, full bath and a study. New roof 2012; dry basement; woodstove; mudroom; whole-house generator; alarm system. Extensive vegetable garden, plus blueberries, raspberries, currants, and apple & cherry trees. Truly a special and meticulously maintained home. Property is in VT Current Use, taxes reflect tax reduction.
Neighborhood Description
This home is located on a lovely country road, just 1.2 miles from the Historic Green River covered bridge and 20 minutes from downtown Brattleboro, VT. No houses are in sight.Market Area
Located about 20 minutes from Brattleboro, VT. - a town with a rich and diverse range of cultural resources. There is a wide array of performing literary and visual arts organizations, performing venues, galleries, and museums, a strong community of independent artists and craftspeople and a large food coop. Some fun activities include "Gallery Walk" on the first Friday of the month and annual "Strolling of the Heifers" parade! Named"One of the 20 Best Towns in America" by Smithsonian Magazine.School District
Halifax School is a small school in southern Vermont with five mixed-grade classrooms from kindergarten through 8th grade.Community
Halifax is a rural community located in Windham County, VT. The 2010 Government census stated population of 728 and the town has an area of 39.82 square miles. Halifax is one of the oldest towns in VT and was chartered in May of 1750.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 | Other |
Cooling System | Other |
Ventilation System | Whole House Fan |
Whole House Filtration | None |
Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
Energy System | Solar - Photovoltaic |
Water System | Well |
Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
Exterior Finish | Wood |
Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock |
Interior Paint | Other |
Floor Material | Carpet |
Roof Material | Asphalt Composition Shingle |
Window Material | Other |
Insulation Material | Other |
Garage / Car Port
Garage / Carport | yes |
Garage Type | detached |
Number of Cars | 2 |
Garage Area | 912 sqft |