Los Gatos, California — Green Home For Sale
Off-the-grid 3 bedroom 3.5 bath solar home located in mountains of San Francisco Bay Area. Secluded and remote, yet only 30 minutes from Silicon Valley. Redwoods, oaks, 10 acres (1 acre deer-fenced).
Listing ID: 19178
- Green Home
- Off the Grid
- Photovoltaic (PV)
- Solar - Photovoltaic
| Annual Property Tax | $2,724 |
| Annual Utility Cost | $700 |
| Home Area | 2,500 sq ft |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3½ |
| Total Property Area | 10 acres |
| Year Built | 1993 |
Property Description
Beautiful off-the-grid cedar log home, approx. 2500 sq ft, on 10 acres, approx 1 acre of which is deer fenced. Large octogonal fenced garden. Area around home, garden and workshop is cleared, with remaining acreage naturally wooded with seasonal stream. Several trails for hikers. Mountain and canyon views. Borders 80 acres of timber preserve zone. 2.6 miles from main road. Open-beam vaulted ceilings, 3 br, 3.5 bath, 3 levels, carpet and tile floors. Wood burning stove and solar hot water radiant heat on main floor. Approx.1700 sq ft of multi-level decking. Attached 2-car garage PLUS detached oversized 660 sq ft garage with workshop. Water provided by spring and well. Home has the advantages of seclusion since it is on a private (shared) road, but yet very close to Silicon Valley (nearest town is Los Gatos, approx. 25 minutes away). Fire sprinkling system in all 3 levels. Engineered for 8.0 earthquake. Many extras including 2 refrigerators, washer and dryer, murphy bed, plenty of built-in storage space.
What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
Completely off the grid user-friendly electrical system: 2 PV solar arrays producing approx. 1.6 Kw. One array is mounted on Wattsun dual-axis sun tracker; one array is on roof. Kohler 8.5 Kw LPG generator is integrated into the system for electrical backup.
Hot water: 14 Grumman hot water panels supply water for domestic use (kitchen and bath) and radiant heat floor system. Water is stored in a 1500 gal stainless steel storage tank which has a built-in wood-burning boiler for back-up.
Hot water circulating system for efficient water usage.
Windows are all dual-pane - either heat-mirror, or low-e.
Drip watering system on deck and surrounding area.
Bank of trees on west reduces summer sun.
Passive solar heat in winter through solarium and kitchen.
Solar hot water radiant heat on main floor.
Lower level is built against hill and is generally 10 - 20 degrees cooler in summer than rest of home.
Neighborhood Description
Located near Skyline Boulevard and Bear Creek Road, close to David Bruce Winery and Byington Winery. Mountainous land with lovely redwood and oak forest.
Part of a gated 30-parcel road association. From the main road, there is approx. 2.4 miles of winding paved and/or graveled road to the home, which is located at the end of a spur road so there is no drive-by traffic. No other homes are visible from this property. Bordered on the west by 80 acres, and on other sides by10 acres each. Very supportive and friendly neighbors.
Market Area
Approx. 25 minute drive from the town of Los Gatos
School District
Los Gatos
Community
Home Type or Land
Single Family - Two Story
Location of Home or Land
Rural
Elevation of Home
Mountain
Building Details
Air Quality
| Agriculture in Area | No |
| Industry in Area | No |
| Air Pollution in Area | No |
| Pesticide Free | Yes |
| Fragrance Free | Yes |
| Cleaned with Green Products | No |
Interior Environment
| Heating System |
Hydronic Floor Heat (radiant) Solar - Passive Wood Stove |
| Cooling System |
Passive Cooling |
| Ventilation System |
Other |
| Whole House Filtration |
None |
| Whole House Vacuum | No |
Energy & Water
| Energy System |
Off the Grid Photovoltaic (PV) Solar - Photovoltaic |
| Water System |
Well Other |
| Wastewater System |
Septic System |
Construction Information
| Construction Type |
Wood Framing: 2x4, 2x6, etc. Wood Timber Frame |
| Exterior Finish |
Wood |
| Interior Finish |
Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock Wood - Solid |
| Interior Paint |
Low VOC |
| Floor Material |
Carpet Tile |
| Roof Material |
Asphalt Composition Shingle |
| Window Material |
Wood Dual Glazed |
| Insulation Material |
Fiberglass Urethane Foam |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | Yes |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Number of Cars | 2 |
| Garage Area | 380 sqft |
