What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
1. Ground loop geothermal HVAC, 23 EER
2. Solar Electric PV, 4.7 KW, grid-tied
3. Solar Domestic Hot Water, 2 panels, electric backup
4. R-38 Insulation in roof
5. Low E Windows
6. ENERGY STAR Appliances
7. Home oriented for passive solar gain and wind reduction.
Primary elevation faces south with deep front porch and mature hardwoods.
North protected by garage.
Mature woodland blocks prevailing west winds.
8. The original home plans were specified to be eligible for ENERGY STAR certification in 2006. The Energy Star ready specifications were exceeded by adding a geothermal heat pump and by orienting the home for passive solar and reduction of exposure to prevailing winds. Rather than investing in third party certification, the owner saved to add both electrical and hot water solar
generating systems in 2011. All of the appliances are ENERGY STAR models.Property Description
Wonderful Energy Efficient GREEN Country Living! Built in 2006, this home boasts a geothermal ground-loop HVAC system (23 EER), a whole house generator, 4.7 KW solar panels tied to the grid, ($71/mo. average electric bill per year for all-electric house), solar domestic hot water, 2x6 framing and R38 insulation in 9' ceilings. Enjoy a large first floor master with en suite, wonderful cooks' kitchen with hardwood and tile throughout. Great separate laundry/mud room and a walk in pantry. Situated on a picturesque 5.6 acres, partially wooded with a gently sloping, south facing pasture in the rear. Don't miss the attached 2 car garage and large detached drive-thru shed that holds two vehicles (26x18).
MLS # 576194
David Galgano
Realtor + General Contractor
[email protected]
C: 540-820-6200
F: 540-434-3644
Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Funkhouser Real Estate Group
401 University Boulevard
Harrisonburg, VA 22801Neighborhood Description
This home is situated in a neighborhood of large lot homes and operating farms. The neighbors are friendly and busy, yet always available to help each other if needed. The farms in the Valley tend to be well run and good neighbors. This is an easy area to have horses, a few cows or goats.Market Area
Churchville is a mile away and has a post office, library, elementary school, a café and several stores. The nearby Churchville Volunteer Fire and Rescue is excellent.
Churchville is a census-designated place in the western part of Augusta County, Virginia, United States. The population as of the 2010 Census was 194. Churchville is part of the Staunton–Waynesboro Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Staunton, VA is 6 miles away and 22,000 population.School District
Elementary School: Churchville (2 miles)
High School: Buffalo Gap
Middle School: Beverley Manor
Commuting distance to James Madison University, Mary Baldwin University, Blue Ridge Community College, Bridgewater College.Community
The Shenandoah Valley is rich in beauty, history and diverse cultural activities. The Lane is accessed from Scenic Highway Route 42. It is easy to head east to historic Staunton and access to I-81, I-64 and head over the mountain to Charlottesville. Staunton has movies and live theater, is home to the Heifetz Festival and has a great foodie, wine and brewery scene. Drive north and you can shop and be part of the Harrisonburg University town activities.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 | Ground Source Heat Pump |
| Cooling System | Geothermal |
| Ventilation System | Part of Cooling System |
| Whole House Filtration | Other |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Energy System | Solar - Photovoltaic |
| Water System | Well |
| Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Other |
| Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock |
| Interior Paint | Low VOC |
| Floor Material | Tile |
| Roof Material | Asphalt Composition Shingle |
| Window Material | Vinyl or Vinyl Clad |
| Insulation Material | Fiberglass |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | yes |
| Garage Type | attached |
| Number of Cars | 2 |
| Garage Area | 576 sqft |
