What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
1 KW wind generator
1.6 KW PV panels
60 evacuated solar hot water tubes
EMF-free sleeping zones
AC and DC lighting
1200+ gallons of water catchment
Low energy usage appliances
Built-in cold storage pantry
Straw bale construction
Natural “breathable” plaster
Natural paints and finishesProperty Description
Make a small, sustainable footprint on the earth in this unique, zen-like straw bale home with self sufficient off-grid capability on Lopez Island. Features include straw bale construction, solar and wind power, solar hot water, a fenced organic garden and orchard, 1200+ gallons of water catchment for irrigation, low energy appliances, natural finishes and grid tie back-up. 30 acres of pasture with trees surround the house and provide a sunny, secluded retreat.Neighborhood Description
Redtail Lane is a private road shared with nice neighbors. It's tranquil and off the beaten path yet convenient to the village and school.Market Area
Lopez Island, in Washington State's San Juan Islands in the northwest corner of the state about 100 miles north of Seattle, is a great place to come and enjoy an island way of life. Lopez is the first stop on the Washington State Ferry from Anacortes, WA. The island is 15 miles long and 8 miles wide, with 2,400 year round residents.School District
Partnering with families, volunteers and community, Lopez School District co-creates amazing learning opportunities in a climate of trust, support and success. Strenuous academics, an outstanding world travel program, a nationally-recognized farm-to-garden curriculum, a healthy cafeteria, vibrant arts, and award-winning sports are only a few of the exciting options open to the students of Lopez Island School District.Community
Prepare to wave! Lopez is known as the friendliest of the San Juan Islands. There is a genuine spirit of community and a special feeling for life that pervades the population of 2,400. Lopez’s natural beauty and quality of life have attracted a variety of residents- artists, craftspeople, entrepreneurs, musicians, farmers, fishermen and nature lovers.Location of Home or Land
Rural
Elevation of Home
Sea Level
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 | Other |
| Ventilation System | Other |
| Whole House Filtration | None |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Energy System | Photovoltaic (PV) |
| Water System | Rain Water Collection |
| Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
| Construction Type | Straw bale |
| Exterior Finish | Plaster - Other |
| Interior Finish | Other |
| Interior Paint | No VOC |
| Floor Material | Concrete |
| Roof Material | Metal |
| Window Material | Vinyl or Vinyl Clad |
| Insulation Material | Other |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | no |
| Garage Type | attached |
| Number of Cars | 1 |
