2
bedrooms
1
bathroom
1
half bath
1
level
Living space area (basement exclu.)
1,500 ft² (139.35 m²)
Lot dimensions
101,309 ft² (9,411.91 m²)
External facing:
- Wood
Floor coverings:
- Soft wood
- Ceramic
Heating source:
- Hot water
- Electric
- Granulates
- Radiant
Kitchen:
- Wooden cabinets
- Dishwasher
- Fridge
- Double sink
- Gas range
Equipment/Services Included:
- Stove
- Air exchanger
- Furnace
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Ceiling fixtures
- Fridge
- Half bath on the ground floor
- Freezer
Bathroom:
- Claw Foot Bathtub
- Ceramic Shower
- Separate Shower
Basement:
- Partially finished
- Concrete
Parking / Driveway:
- Aggregate
- Outside
Location:
- Highway access
- No backyard neighbors
- Residential area
Lot description:
- Water Access
- Panoramic view
- Water view
- River / Waterfall
- Mature trees
- Patio/deck
Near Commerce:
- Supermarket
- Drugstore
- Financial institution
- Restaurant
- Bar
Near Educational Services:
- Daycare
- Kindergarten
- Elementary school
Near Recreational Services:
- Library
- ATV trails
- Ski resort
- Pedestrian path
Complete list of property features
Room dimensions
Bathroom
Main floor
6' x 9' 1" (1,83 m x 2,77 m)
Bedroom 1 (Primary)
Main floor
12' x 11' (3,66 m x 3,35 m)
Bedroom 2
Main floor
10' 8" x 9' (3,25 m x 2,74 m)
Entrance
Main floor
10' 6" x 10' 6" (3,2 m x 3,2 m)
Half bath
Main floor
7' 1" x 3' 6" (2,16 m x 1,07 m)
Kitchen
Main floor
11' x 13' 6" (3,35 m x 4,11 m)
Open concept
Main floor
24' 7" x 28' 8" (7,49 m x 8,74 m)
Basement
Basement
12' x 30' (3,66 m x 9,14 m)
Loft
Upper Level
22' 6" x 11' 4" (6,86 m x 3,45 m)
Owners’ comments
Beautiful passive solar Eco-home with panoramic view over the Portneuf river
More than a simple home, this property has great potential for artistic, ecological or other types of projects. This open-concept house with cathedral ceiling and cozy mezzanine, invites buyers who appreciate a spacious living area as well as those who may want to integrate their vocational activities into their living space (e.g., music or art, workshops, retreats, or any type of project related to well-being or nature).
If you dream of creating a natural home and sustainable lifestyle, this straw-bale house provides a wonderful opportunity to skip the tiring years of building and to focus on gardening and other projects now.
The terraced land, which is zoned "Agricultural" and is flanked by the Portneuf river, has huge potential for permaculture projects, the production of perennials and food self-sufficiency. Facing South-East, the house is located at the top of a slope that leads gently down through the woods to the beautiful Portneuf river. The panoramic view, seen from the balcony or through the south-facing windows, changes with the seasons - lush green forest in summer, vibrant colours in autumn, and sunrises from the kitchen window on winter mornings. This property completely immerses its owner in nature. Although there are neighbours across the street, the width of the land (no neighbours on either side of the house) and the view of the river and the forest across the valley provides a sense of privacy and solitude.
*Note that the date of occupancy is May 1, 2021*
*Proof of loan approval required for visits*
The house
This bright, warm and charming house is insulated with straw bales and cellulose and costs very little to heat. Its natural and healthy materials ensure excellent air quality and a comfortable ambience in all seasons.
The solar panel system is connected to the Hydro Quebec network so that kilowatt hours can be accumulated over the summer and then used up over the winter when the solar panels produce less energy. Depending on the energy-using habits of the inhabitants, it is possible to have net-zero electricity consumption over the course of the year.
The radiant heating system, which can be fuelled by wood pellets and / or electricity, the
passive solar design and the careful planning and assembly of the building envelope ensure the house remains very comfortable in the winter, even when it's very cold outside.
Although we did not apply for LEED or Novoclimat certification, the house was designed and built to be energy efficient. In 2015, a Renoclimat inspection of the house gave it an efficiency rating of 78 - only two points lower than the most efficient houses built in the same year in Quebec, and three points higher than the average home of the same age.
The house was built with sustainability and the environment in mind. For more detailed
information about the building process, you can read our blog or check out the articles and
videos about the project (see the links below).
Construction materials and other details
3kW solar panel system with adjustable aluminum structure, to maximize production in each season
https://youtu.be/sbsO8FbHUwU)
reflective interior membrane that creates two air spaces)
Note that some finishing work is still underway.
All was done with care!
Links
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The land
*Please note that this land is sloped and terraced and will be of particular interest to those
wanting to work with Permaculture or who are passionate about gardening. If you are not at all interested in these things, this property may not be for you.*
The house is located on a sloped plot of land flanked by the Portneuf river. A path leading down through the woods leads to a quiet area with private river access.
The land was designed and shaped using Permaculture principles:
need your love!): kiwi and grape vines, apple, plum and nut trees, seaberry, hops, and
more.
http://permacultureportneuf.blogspot.com
Location and environment
The house is about 40 minutes from Quebec City and despite being only 4 minutes from the highway, the sound of the Portneuf river rapids hides the traffic noise completely.
Very well located on the edge of the village of Portneuf (Northern sector), the house is a four minute walk from an agricultural country road, a eight minute walk from the historical Bishopneighbourhood and the first bridge in Quebec built entirely out of engineered wood (2012) a four minute car ride to the local grocery store and a four minute car ride to the local recreation area that includes a network of cross-country ski trails, snowshoeing and walking paths, as well as an outdoor hockey rink.
Three minutes away by car, or nine by bike, is the Portneuf Food Forest - a collective project created by ourselves and the community. It is a community commons filled with fruit trees and bushes, as well as useful and edible perennial plants and flowers. A bike path that connects upper and lower Portneuf starts just beside this area.
Portneuf is a town that will charm you if you get to know it. Located between two of the most beautiful villages in Quebec, Portneuf often goes unnoticed - it is a village without pretense. It is authentic and rich in nature and history. The advantage of going unnoticed is that you can enjoy an unequalled quality of life. There is no excess noise, no busses full of tourists. There has been no development around pier located in the lower village making it a beautiful place to observe nature, go ice fishing in the winter, watch the famous canoe race on the ice, or visit the lovely mermaid at the end of the pier (no joke!). It's up to you to discover the charm of this small and welcoming village.
The region
The Portneuf region has a lot for you to discover.
LOCAL CULTURE AND ECONOMY
The people and the municipalities of the Portneuf county encourage the local economy and support local businesses. Amongst others you can discover, here are a few local businesses to check out:
Deschambault
September)
St-Casimir
Grondines
Pont-Rouge
CULTURAL EVENTS
NATURE
Portneuf is a region for nature-lovers!
And so much more to discover in this beautiful region!