custom designed passive

solar green home

$799,000

A rare opportunity to live in and finish this environmentally friendly, healthy home utilizing sustainable building practices. This contemporary Passive Solar Green Home, designed by Chuck Silver (Hudson River Design), was inspired by Prairie and Japanese farmhouses. A cutting edge Energy Star rated home. Accepted into the LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) for homes pilot program. Priced “As Is,” waiting for buyer to finish.
 
Large overhangs with exquisite exposed rafter details provide shade from high summer sun. East facing living room wall of
windows overlook protected land
and bring in morning light.
96 Pella Architect & Designer Series triple pane windows provide maximum light & insulation.
Kitchen dining area has pond and meadow views. Walls will be
insulated w/cellulose insulation.
Deck off kitchen takes in views of recently dug spring fed swimming pond w/duck island Enjoy late afternoon sun & sunsets over the Catskill Mts. from the front of the house.
 
FEATURES
  • Custom Green Home designed by Chuck Silver of Hudson River Design
  • Feng Shui design principles incorporated throughout
  • Energy Efficient Home (Energy Star Rated)
  • Passive Solar Design—96 windows & 4 SolaTubes (bring in light & heat)
  • 3200 square feet
  • 8.66 acres
  • 4 bedrooms; 2.5 baths
  • Two home office spaces
  • Red Hook School District
  • Metal roof
  • Handicap accessible
  • Energy Recovery Ventilation System
  • No VOC—Volatile Organic Compounds/No Off Gassing
    90% FSC Certified or Salvaged Wood
  • Spring fed swimming pond with island
  • Catskill Mountain & pastoral views
  • Clear cedar recycled siding
  • Root cellar & outdoor shower area
  • Energy Star light fixtures Halo recessed lighting
  • Floors—slate, antique red oak, acid washed concrete
  • Radiant heat
  • Stainless steel appliances—Bosch (fridge), 6 burner gas
    range, Broan hood, Bosch DW, Bosch washer & dryer. All Energy Star rated
  • Super insulated building envelope—pre-cast foundation
  • Wall system
  • Taxes $8,721 (Qualifies for New York State and Federal Alternative Energy Tax Breaks)

    HOUSE IS PRICED “AS IS” finished specs & prices given upon request

 
For additional information:
Call or Email Kimba Baker | 845-625-3031
 
6423 MONTGOMERY ST. SUITE 5
RHINEBECK, NEW YORK 12572
PHONE 845.876.8588
FAX 845.876.0248