What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
The original home was built in 1992 Straw Bale infill (R40) structurally engineered post and beam support. Metal Roof with stucco exterior. 2006 addition is 2 X 6 stick built with insulation value of R30 walls and ceiling. Finishes all no or low VOC.
Passive solar, on demand water heater new in 2013. Also has Mitsubishi wall unit heat and cool can be set on automatic to switch from heat to callProperty Description
Artisans Delight . Custom Built home in Castle Valley where you are surrounded by stunning dramatic views including Castleton Towers, Porcupine Rim, and the LaSal Mountains. Colorado River and Arches National Park close by. The home features custom finishes throughout ,hand plastered walls, porcelain tile floors, ceiling is tongue and groove. Kitchen is well designed with granite counter tops, custom cabinets, enameled farm style sink, Range is a propane gas slide in range hood vented to outside, Well insulated and passive solar gain , all make the house energy efficient. Designed for easy expansion.
Choose one of the three patio's to sit and gaze at the stars at night, during the day relax and enjoy the views!
Landscaped with Native plants and shade trees are maintained on an automatic timer with a drip irrigation system. Excellent producing well and septic system. Gravel driveway offers easy maintenance. Deer Fence protects landscaping and garden. Storage building / workshop can be used as a studio. House is situated on the lot to take full advantage of the views and maintain privacy.Neighborhood Description
Castle Valley is a rural community located a scenic 30 minute drive from Moab, Utah. Only two miles from the Colorado River. There is a 5 acre minimum with only one dwelling per lot. Existing regulations protect the watershed, noise and night sky. Castle valley has a town building for community gatherings. There is a an outdoor recreation facility for farmers market , the Annual Gourd Festival and fundraisers.
Perfect place for a get away...Market Area
Castle Valley with it's 5 acre minimum is an place has no commercial activity . All the amenities are a 30 minute ride to Moab. Rock Climbing, hiking , mountain biking , river rafting. Have a great day and head home to the peace and serenity of Castle Valley.School District
The school district in Grand County. Elementary School k through 6. Middle school 7th and 8th grades and Grand County High School.Community
Castle Valley Rio Ranchos is a Community of about 300 full time residents and with others who have second homes.Location of Home or Land
Rural
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 | Other |
| Cooling System | Other |
| Ventilation System | Part of Heating System |
| Whole House Filtration | None |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Water System | Rain Water Collection |
| Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
| Construction Type | Straw bale |
| Exterior Finish | Stucco |
| Interior Finish | Earthen Plaster |
| Interior Paint | Low VOC |
| Floor Material | Concrete |
| Roof Material | Metal |
| Window Material | Metal Dual Glazed |
| Insulation Material | Fiberglass |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | no |
| Garage Type | attached |
| Number of Cars | 1 |
