Discover a truly one-of-a-kind, custom-built straw bale home, surrounded by white pine and mature sugar maple forest on just under 4 acres in beautiful rural Oro-Medonte near Moonstone. Constructed in 2007 using post-and-beam techniques and designed with sustainability at its core, this environmentally friendly residence is built using renewable products and offers exceptional thermal comfort and excellent insulation while minimizing your carbon footprint.
Step inside and be immediately impressed by the soaring open-to-above layout and the stunning floor-to-ceiling Crossfire masonry wood-burning fireplace that anchors the heart of the home. This bungaloft showcases extraordinary craftsmanship throughout, including hand-carved white pine railings sourced directly from the property, solid wood custom kitchen cabinetry, and artisanal hand-poured concrete countertops.
The main level offers the ease of bungalow living. This warm and welcoming space is heated by hydronic in-floor heating, ensuring year-round comfort. Upstairs, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms and a third versatile room, perfect for a home office, studio, or den.
Enjoy both environmental and financial benefits with owned solar panels installed on the durable metal roof, providing a source of annual income. A 670 square foot heated and insulated workshop, also with a steel roof and hydronic in-floor heating, is ideal for hobbyists, entrepreneurs, or serious DIY makers.
Additional highlights include a dog kennel, a traditional red cedar wood-burning sauna, privately nestled among the pine forest, offering a peaceful retreat immersed in nature. You’ll also find a charming maple syrup sugar shack, where syrup is made from sap collected directly from the trees on the property, adding a sweet and authentic touch to your rural lifestyle.
This remarkable straw bale home is more than just a house. It is a lifestyle rooted in environmentally friendly living, natural beauty, and artisanal design. Centrally located, the property is approximately 20 minutes from Barrie, Orillia, and Midland, offering convenient access to a variety of amenities. Enjoy nearby ski hills, lakes, county forests, golf courses, trails and much more.
Don't miss your opportunity to own this rare countryside gem.
MLS Description
Discover a truly one-of-a-kind custom straw-bale home, nestled in nearly 4 acres of white pine and sugar maple forest in rural Oro-Medonte. Built in 2007 using post-and-beam techniques and designed with sustainability at its core, this environmentally friendly home is made from renewable materials and offers exceptional thermal comfort, excellent insulation, and a reduced carbon footprint. Step inside to soaring open-to-above ceilings and a stunning floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace that anchors the heart of the home. This bungaloft features extraordinary craftsmanship, including hand-carved white pine railings sourced from the property, solid wood kitchen cabinetry, and artisanal hand-poured concrete countertops. The main level offers the ease of bungalow living and is heated with hydronic in-floor heating for year-round comfort. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms plus a versatile third room perfect for a home office or den. Enjoy environmental and financial benefits from owned solar panels installed on a durable metal roof, providing annual income. A 670 sq ft heated and insulated workshop with a steel roof and in-floor heating is ideal for hobbyists, entrepreneurs, and serious DIY'ers. Additional features include a dog kennel, a red cedar wood-burning sauna nestled in the forest for a peaceful retreat, and a charming maple syrup shack using sap collected from trees on the property adding a sweet, authentic touch to your rural lifestyle. More than just a house, this is a lifestyle rooted in environmentally friendly living, natural beauty, and artisanal design. Conveniently located about 20 minutes from Barrie, Orillia, and Midland, with easy access to ski hills, lakes, county forests, golf courses, trails, and more. Don't miss this rare countryside gem. (id:9346)
General Information
Property Type
Single Family
Building Type
House
Style
Freehold
Community
Rural Oro-Medonte
Land Size
449.9 x 299.9 FT|2 - 4.99 acres
Frontage - 5398
Depth - 3598
Details
Parking
Carport
No Garage
Total Parking Spaces
7
Amenities Nearby
Ski area
Features
Wooded area
Irregular lot size
Flat site
Dry
Carpet Free
Solar Equipment
Sauna
Building
Bedrooms
3
Building Amenities
Fireplace(s)
Heating Type
Radiant heat
Heating Fuel
Electric
Water
Drilled Well
Rooms
| Type | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 2 | Second level | 3.76 x 3.96 (meters) |
| Bedroom 3 | Second level | 3.78 x 3.99 (meters) |
| Den | Second level | 3.76 x 3.28 (meters) |
| Kitchen | Main level | 3.99 x 3.83 (meters) |
| Dining room | Main level | 4.09 x 2.79 (meters) |
| Family room | Main level | 9.12 x 3.25 (meters) |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 4.69 x 3.78 (meters) |
| Bathroom | Main level | 3.76 x 2.11 (meters) |
| Utility room | Main level | 3.78 x 1.95 (meters) |
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Oro-Medonte
Oro Medonate is a township that was formed during the restructuring of the Simcoe County with
a merger between the towns of Oro and Medonate in 1994. The township has numerous
communities that have converged there and has a history dating back to the war of 1812 when
the townships were established. The township boasts of a provincial park, a forest resources
management area, 3 major ski resorts, golf courses, mountain bike trails which are also good for
hiking. There is also a rich art and culture scene and many more activities, events and attractions
available to residents and visitors.
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Oro-Medonte
he region served as a strategic region lying between Lake Simcoe and the Georgian Bay
resulting in the establishment of the townships with veterans receiving the Oro area as a
grant. The townships then thrived with taverns, hotels, stores and even a post office in the late
1800s. Drill sheds were established in Oro in the 1860s and an extensive station with a freight
sheds came in 1871. The railroad expanded in the 1800s and early 1900s. In 1994, the two
neighboring townships of Oro and Medonte were merged under the restructuring of Simcoe
County.
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Oro-Medonte
In the township of Oro-Medonate is a four-season culture and recreation destination. In the
summer and autumn enjoy the Bass Lake Provincial Park, Copeland Forest Resources
Management Area. During winter, there are three major ski resorts: Mount St. Louis Moonstone,
Horseshoe Resort and Hardwood Ski and Bike. There are year-round fishing opportunities, golf
courses and a vast network of recreational trails for hiking and biking with smoother areas for
leisurely cycling tours. The townships’ rich history provides a great art scene and culture
experience for visitors.
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