Sustainable Off Grid Solar Powered Barndominium with Land
Sustainable Off Grid Solar Property for Sale
100% off grid country property located on the outskirts of the small Texas town of Naples. This approximately 1,212 square foot barndominium style home with a craftsman, reclaimed materials interior design has so many possibilities...from a retirement retreat, bug out space, hunting camp, weekend recreational getaway to a home for your family. The owners are a family of 5 that researched and worked to build their dream home in the piney woods of East Texas, thinking that this would be their forever home. They thought that they would never leave the oasis that they created to get away from the hustle and bustle of the growing city they once called home. Until a once in a lifetime opportunity came along and they felt they must answer the call, which led to this gem being up for grabs.
2 Bedroom 1 Bath with Loft
Craftsman charm with recl...
Craftsman charm with reclaimed accents and repurposed farm implements lend to the overall vibe of this getaway tucked into the woods. A beautiful antique cast iron porcelain farm sink becomes the focal point along with artistic touches such as the antique ceiling tiles used for the back splash at the stove.
A wood burning Dutch West stove with front glass door and a side door for loading wood, serves as the sole source of heating the home in the winter. The cast iron top is also used for cooking during the cold winter months.
Reclaimed 5 panel doors and antique glass door knobs from Jefferson, Texas, as well as reclaimed farm implements used for light fixtures and the bathroom tub/shower and the sink add charm with functionality.
Natures head composting toilet serves as the indoor plumbing while an old-fashioned outhouse in the back yard adds a second toilet area for the family. An outdoor bath house provides a place to shower and clean up in the warmer summer months.
Amenities
30' X 30' metal shop building is artistically finished out with buffed concrete floors and closed cell insulation blown on the open beams of the ceiling making this bardo a home. The upstairs has two sides to the loft area, one approximately 12' X 12' and the other approximately 12' X 14' giving two nooks for bedrooms.
The whole house is insulated with 2-inch closed cell spray foam insulation with R13 batt fiber glass insulation on the walls providing approximately an R30 rating. This combination gives you a cool feeling in the summer with the use of the solar powered window unit and a warmth in the winter with the wood stove with exposed pipe radiating heat throughout the home.
20- 100 watt solar panels housed on a flatbed trailer for easy portability harness the energy from the sun to be converted into electricity by the Point Zero Energy Titan solar generator power module and 3 battery cells to run the whole house.
Rainwater is harvested with a complete gutter system on the house routing the runoff into a holding tank. The "Water Shed" is supplied by its own solar panel located on the roof of the house which is connected to a 100 amp battery that services the washer and dryer and also the pump for the rainwater runoff tank. An Eccotemp propane on demand tankless water heater is also located inside the "Water Shed".
Sustainable Homestead
Are you ready to use the power of the sun to power your entire home - 100% off grid? This homestead also has places to cultivate your garden and to build your livestock pens and barns taking sustainability one step further.
16.65 acres mostly covered in hardwoods and pines provide cover for wildlife and a retreat from the scorching sun. When you enter the tree line, the canopy provides a barrier decreasing the temperatures. Inviting sitting nooks are tucked along the shade of the tree line giving you a place to rest while you enjoy the peace and quite of your country homestead.
A chicken coop built to match the other farmstead buildings on the land houses the feathered flock and a chicken run is built among the trees to provide additional cover.
Fruit trees include pear, apple, and peach. Wild dew berries are a favorite for the land owners to harvest. An outdoor kitchen area for housing grills and smokers and a bar area for enjoying a cool drink or a delicious meal along with the sitting area surrounding the rock fire pit become a focal point for outdoor living.
The wood shed and storm shelter are a must for homesteaders.
The transmission easement has approximately 1.8 acres of open pasture area for your livestock and a garden area for your farm.
A seasonal creek runs from southwest to northeast through the property making a favorable place to build a pond.
558 CR 2741, Naples, Texas
Located on a quite country road with no outlet, this land is part of a kind community of neighbors who are always willing to lend a hand or look after things. There is minimal traffic with only two other families living on the end of this road.
A 20' X 22' insulated solar powered shop building with concrete floor and a rollup door provides plenty of space to house your yard and farm equipment.
This heavily forested tract has a raised blind and tree stand set up making it a perfect place for hunting wildlife such as white tail deer, hogs, squirrel and turkey.
Electric power pole is located on the north western corner of the property giving access to electrical power if new owner desires. Access to city water for Naples is located along Highway 161.
Naples, Texas located in Northeast Texas
With a population of about 1,300, this country community is large enough to provide the necessities and also small enough to give you privacy and security for you and your family.
Living in Naples is a unique experience that allows you to enjoy the beauty of nature while also having access to modern amenities and community events such as the Watermelon Festival which takes place in July.
Nearby Recreation
This property is located less than 10 minutes away from the White Oak Creek Wildlife Management Area, which is over 25,000 acres of state owned public land for hunting, fishing, hiking etc. and home to some of the biggest bucks in North East Texas, (many of which find their way onto this property in the fall).
The Sulphur River Public Boat Ramp is right down the road giving access to fishing and water sports.
Dangerfield State Park is located 20 minutes to the south. This man made lake and recreation area built by the CCC Camps in the late 1930's provides fishing, water sports, hiking, community events and fun for the entire family.
Driving distance from Naples to:
Longview, Texas 1 hr.
Texarkana, Texas 50 minutes
Dallas, Texas 2 hrs.
Shreveport, La 2 hrs.
This property is available to view by appointment only.
Give Marcie a call at 903-720-9878 today
to see this off grid homestead!
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