4314 E Paynetown Rd, Bloomington, IN 47401

This beautiful 18-acre property is ideally situated, backing up to a 300-acre IU Nature Preserve, providing privacy and exceptional scenic views only a half mile walk to Lake Monroe. The amazing 2400 SF Cape Cod style, energy efficient home was designed for very low operating costs and a small carbon footprint. There is optimal solar orientation of the house with 17 south facing windows with summer shading provided by a solar panel awning and roof soffit over-hang. The solar panels can provide 100% of the energy needed with net metering applicable until 2047. There is a high efficiency Mitsubishi heat pump system providing heating and cooling, hybrid water heater, a wood stove, ceiling fans & an abundant number of Anderson 400 series windows which bring in plenty of natural light. [See attached documents for additional features and construction details of this home. ] The main level of this home features 9 ft ceilings, hardwood floors, living room, open family & dining room area, a bedroom, full bath, and laundry/mud room. The kitchen features a tray ceiling, a breakfast bar & a built-in pantry. The family room has a Hearthstone soapstone wood stove & large windows overlooking the woods. Off the family room is a screened porch w/ access to the rear deck & the backyard with a turtle & frog pond. The 2nd floor has a landing room for a small desk & walks out to the upper deck with beautiful, panoramic views. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet that opens into the shared full bath with a tub & separate shower. A large 3rd bedroom has a removable partition dividing it into 2 separate areas. A huge bonus room offers endless possibilities. The 24x24 garage has insulated 16x8 overhead doors on the front and rear of the home. The walk-in crawlspace can be used as a work room and/or as additional storage space. Hi-speed fiber optic internet & home security access through Smithville Fiber. This is a one-of-a-kind property offering an opportunity to live in a natural setting in a lovely, efficient home near Lake Monroe & Bloomington.