What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Energy-efficient aspects of the home:
Poured-in-place 6-inch thick solid concrete walls
Attic sprayed with Icynene soy-based foam insulation on the underside of the roof, connecting to the foam insulation sheets in the walls, forming a “cooler” which keeps the temperature in the attic within 3-5 degrees of the house temperature.
Dual-stage 16 Seer HVAC which normally runs on the low stage, using less energy and causing less cycling on and off.
Guest suite has separate HVAC unit so that it is only run when guest house is in use.
Top-of-the-line PGT windows with high energy-efficiency rating.
Energy Star appliances
Light colored roof and exterior walls to reflect sunlight.
Three-foot roof overhangs which shade the walls and windows of the house.
Large-capacity water tank which reduces the well pump use.
Solar water heater
Solar pool heat
“Green” switches which can turn off wall plugs at night or when gone, so that standby
“vampire” appliance features are turned off.
Air Quality
All paint and finishes are no-Voc or low-VoC
Air Effects system which controls replacement air to the HVAC system
Sealed barrier between the garage and living spaces, keeping exhaust fumes out
Wall openings at ceiling height which allow air movement and light exchange between rooms
Water Efficiency
Low-flow faucets and shower heads
Dual-flush and low-flow toilets
No irrigation due to native plants and omission of sod
Two-drawer dishwasher
Environmental Issues
Cork floor and bamboo floor—they are both sustainable
Concrete floors requiring no use of additional materials
Pavers used in the lanai and front parking area instead of solid concrete. They are permeable, giving rain a way to soak into the aquifer without causing erosion and run-off.
Salt water pool, using no chlorine
Very little clearing of natural vegetation, leaving intact the environment for plants and animals.
Cleared trees were chipped instead of being burned which would pollute the air.
Natural pine straw mulch
Small trees growing in the house footprint were relocated to other places on the lot.
Upgrades
High-end faucets and fixtures
Hidden pantry
Safe room with solid concrete walls and ceiling; steel door.Property Description
Breathtaking GREEN CERTIFIED HERS INDEX (57) This amazing Green home has much to offer nestled in mature oaks and pine trees located just minutes into the country- truly a one of a kind custom built home. This home is a private get-a-way as you enter through the 9 foot steel entrance doors, to enter a stunning paver covered courtyard. 3 car oversized garage. The main house features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a separate Mother in Law across the courtyard with a 1 bedroom- 1 bath with French doors flowing out onto the patio area. The home has amazing custom art design concrete floors throughout the main living areas, bamboo and cork in the bedrooms. The kitchen features concrete counter tops with custom built solid maple cabinets and all energy efficient stainless steel appliances. Some extras in this home include hidden passage to a safe room with a 3" steel door, French doors and slider doors all opening up to the courtyard/pool area, luscious landscaping, saltwater solar heated pool with waterfall, an acre and a half of land- the entire home is a beautiful piece of art. Please see additional attachments- eco friendly features.Neighborhood Description
Rural area within the Green Swamp, a 110,000 acre recharge area for the Floridan aquifer. Pine and hardwood forests mixed with swamp and farm pastures. Most houses are on a minimum of 5 acres, so they are not close together. Quiet, secluded, 400 feet off state highway.Market Area
Ten miles from restaurants, gas stations, groceries, pharmacy, lodging, WalMart, medical care. Eighteen miles to Disney World. Twelve miles from Interstate 4. Twenty-five minutes to Lakeland, 40 minutes to Orlando, 50 minutes to Tampa.School District
Polk County School District has 162 schools. In addition to traditional school settings, there are also magnet, choice, and charter schools offering options of different kinds. The local elementary school houses 400 students in grades K-5. There are also private schools available.Community
The house is not in a community.Location of Home or Land
Rural
Air Quality
| Agriculture in Area | yes |
| Industry in Area | no |
| Air Pollution in Area | no |
| Pesticide Free | no |
| Fragrance Free | no |
| Cleaned with Green Products | no |
Interior Environment
| Heating System | Forced Air - Heat Pump |
| Cooling System | Conventional Heat Pump |
| Ventilation System | Other |
| Whole House Filtration | None |
| Whole House Vacuum | yes |
Energy & Water
| Water System | Well |
| Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Masonry |
| Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock |
| Interior Paint | No VOC |
| Floor Material | Concrete |
| Roof Material | Asphalt Composition Shingle |
| Window Material | Vinyl or Vinyl Clad |
| Insulation Material | Urethane Foam |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | yes |
| Garage Type | attached |
| Number of Cars | 3 |
| Garage Area | 882 sqft |
