Beautiful energy efficient 4 bedroom 3 ½ bath home on 2.67 acres in Napoleon School district. This custom-built geothermal home was designed, built and meticulously maintained by the same owners since construction. Open floor plan with approximately 4,000 sq. ft. of living space, cathedral ceilings, two full kitchens, a theatre room and storm shelter under the garage are just a few of the special features of this home. Enjoy a landscaped yard with fruit trees, organic garden and small stream running through southwest corner of this peaceful country setting. Hurry, this home won't last long. ....................................................................................... This home was a labor of love. Foundation and early stages of construction began in 1981. House was completed and moved in to in 1988. Everything was built to last forever and to provide as much energy efficiency as possible. The owner has built homes in Europe and was able to apply some design and building techniques and styles to this home. Some of the features not seen with the naked eye include: Engineered beams not only for design and support in living room, but also used as headers above doors and windows throughout. Kitchen under garage doubles as storm shelter with reinforced concrete ceiling and walls. Stainless Steel inner chimney in both fireplaces. Underground power and telephone utility lines. 2  1,000 gallon septic tanks connected. Security system. Capped flowing well with excellent water. 2nd Faucet in Main Kitchen provides direct well water. Salt reservoir in garage for easy access. Kinetic water softener. Eavestrough connected to buried drains as well as a network of drains & pea gravel under lower level. Heat pump flushes out main drain. Highest air return in cathedral ceiling and lowest at blower. Large oversized windows in lower level facing south taking advantage of sun in winter months. Cedar siding air gap doubles insulating value. Home was built on grade, with earth covering and insulating North, East & West side of lower level. Geothermal heat pump pre-heats water before entering hot water heater. Double Layered Rolled insulation in attic. Fiberglass insulated front door. Large overhanging eaves keep home cooler in summer and direct water away from home. Yard is beautiful in the Spring, many flowering trees including apple, cherry, redbud, etc. Recent Consumer's Energy HEA (home energy analysis) Replaced old light bulbs with new LED bulbs, also showerheads & installed kitchen and bathroom faucet aerators.
Home has been smoke & pet free since construction