The Sunset Lodge
The Sunset Lodge 1590 Country View Way
The Cliffs at
Walnut Cove
Exclusively offered by Thompson Properties, Inc
Thompson Properties, Inc
The Sunset Lodge 1590 Country View Way The Cliffs at Walnut Cove Enjoy this beautiful view of the Blue Ridge Mountains while living in a healthy, green and sustainable home that helps protect both your family’s health and our environment. This luxurious mountain rustic lodge features state of the art technology and energy efficiency, while using natural and recycled materials to create a home that captures spectacular mountain views in a peaceful, tranquil setting. Designed by one of Asheville’s premier architects and crafted by one of the region’s top custom builders, Thompson Properties, Inc., we proudly present the Cliffs at Walnut Cove’s first green and sustainable home, The Sunset Lodge at Walnut Cove.
Thompson Properties, Inc The Sunset Lodge 1590 Country View Way The Cliffs at Walnut Cove’s First
North Carolina HealthyBuilt Green Home
Thompson Properties, Inc
The Sunset Lodge features expansive windows with stunning views to “bring the outdoors in” so you can live surrounded by the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This unique, high quality home features state of the art technology while incorporating reclaimed and natural woods for sustainability and the best techniques in energy efficiency to help save the environment. The highest indoor air quality is insured by using low toxicity materials and mold resistant products to protect your family’s health. This private family estate offers: •
Natural exterior of stone and cedar siding creates a home blended with nature
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Spectacular 33’x18’ foot wall of glass (Weather Shield triple pane Low E windows) in great room provides wonderful light and mountain views
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Three covered porches and two outdoor fireplaces provide wonderful outdoor living space in a peaceful, natural setting on private cul-de-sac
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Expansive open floor plan for family living features fireplace, open living and dining area and kitchen in dramatic 42’x25’ room with 22’ ceilings
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Custom, hand crafted kitchen from reclaimed heart pine, features Thermador refrigerator, Wolf range, Dacor Microwave and Bosch dishwasher with hand stacked stone hood over range
Thompson Properties, Inc
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State of the art home office adjoining main level master suite with elevator to lower level
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Master bedroom has 14’ ceilings with romantic fireplace, adjoining covered porch with outdoor fireplace to enjoy the sunsets and morning coffee
•
Expansive master bath features natural stone lavatories, travertine shower and adjoining outdoor terrace with hot tub to enjoy star lit nights
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Designed to be handicapped accessible with elevator to lower level which includes wine cellar, three guest suites and large family room
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Three car garage with private guest entry to private guest suite or exercise room
Beautifully landscaped 1 ½ acre home site using native plants which are irrigated with rainwater captured by a cistern for water conservation
•
Home exclusively designed and sited to maximize environmentally friendly exposure, sunset views of the Blue Ridge Mountains while preserving the natural beauty of the land with minimum impact to the environment
•
“Green” Durisol recycled block foundation walls prevent mold and provide the highest indoor air quality and energy efficient R-20.
• •
Low toxicity paints and carpet provide healthy indoor air quality
Energy efficient Icynene insulation in roof is equivalent to R-50 in fiberglass and lowers electric usage
Thompson Properties, Inc
Thompson Properties, Inc The Sunset Lodge 1590 Country View Way
The Cliffs at Walnut Cove Environmentally Friendly Features of this Green North Carolina Healthy Built Home ♦ Complies with all federal, state and local government requirements including: NC Building Code, NC Energy Code, local developmental regulations and other local regulations for low density
development ♦ Qualifies for the EPA Energy Star program
Thompson Properties, Inc
Many thoughtful environmental features have been integrated in this home, which make The Sunset Lodge a North Carolina Green Healthybuilt Home: ♦ Sealed ductwork joints and penetrations permanently sealed with low toxic mastic or aerosolized sealant. All air distribution systems tested for leakage and do not exceed 5% of the home’s heated square footage when measured in CFM/25Pa of leakage
♦ All building space heating and cooling equipment is sized according to heating and cooling load calculations using ANSI/ACCA Manual J 8th Edition or equivalent; cooling equipment is within 6,000 BTU's of cooling calculations ♦ The attached garage, air barrier between conditioned living space and garage, includes weatherstripping at all penetrations, sealed drywall joints and other measures
♦ Kitchen Range Hood that exhausts 350 cfm or greater, intentional make up air is provided Site Work ♦ Temporary planting of cover crops on disturbed land areas performed within two weeks of completing rough grading activities ♦ Trees and natural features on site protected during construction (min. 25% of development or lot) ♦ Tree planting (min. 12 trees per acre of developed land)
Thompson Properties, Inc
Water Conservation ♦ Provide a site specific drought resistant planting plan ♦ Rainwater harvested and directed toward landscaping needs; cistern for collection of rainwater to irrigate plants
♦ Installed irrigation system is zoned separately for turf and bedding areas ♦ Kitchen faucet fitted with aerator restricting flow to 2.2 gpm. ♦ All bathroom faucets fitted with aerator restricting flow to 2.0 gpm. ♦ Toilets are high efficiency toilets (max 1.45 gpf) or dual flush (1.6/0.8 gpf) ♦ Clothes washer is an Energy Star labeled product
♦ Dishwasher is an Energy Star labeled product or meets/exceeds Energy Star criteria Building Envelope
Prevents Air Infiltration and Excess Energy Usage ♦ Blower door test meets min. standard of 0.25 cfm50/sf of surface area or 2.5 ACH/50Pa ♦ Rigid insulation is installed as a thermal break at the slab edge (R5, 6" minimum, vertically installed)
♦ Green Durisol recycled block foundation walls promote the highest quality indoor air while providing an R-20 insulation value ♦ Insulated hot water pipes to R-4 in unconditioned spaces for low energy performance ♦ Low-e windows NFRC rated U value of .32 or less
Thompson Properties, Inc
♦ Exterior doors (includes door to garage) insulated to R5 or greater Comfort Systems
♦ Provide overhang between 1’ and 2’ above windows ♦ Programmable climate friendly thermostat ♦ SEER 14 or higher cooling equipment (min 75% of conditioned space) which exceeds NC State building code Appliances, Lighting, Renewables ♦ Refrigerator is an Energy Star labeled product and meets or exceeds Energy Star criteria ♦ Gas cook top with electronic ignition
♦ High efficiency or tankless water heater exceeds Energy Factor ♦ Built-in kitchen recycling center with two or more bins Indoor Air Quality ♦ House meets American Lung Association Health House standards or complies with Energy Star Indoor Air Package Specification
♦ Drainage board for below grade walls
♦ Continuous foundation drain at outside perimeter edge of footing
Thompson Properties, Inc
♦ Filters rated MERV 9 or greater installed on forced air systems ♦ Bath exhaust fans measured exceed exhausting 50 cfm
♦ Ducts protected from dirt and debris until construction is completed ♦ Radon test of home prior to occupancy ♦ Kitchen range hood or downdraft is vented to exterior ♦ Paints and finishes with low to zero VOC content
♦ Allow VOC's to dissipate prior to dwelling occupancy; Air is exhausted to outside for one week minimum ♦ Low VOC stains and finishes used on all wood floors and wood work ♦ Prohibited burying construction waste on site
♦ Central, organized cutting area for project site work ♦ Concrete with fly ash (min 25% fly ash) for slab/floor ♦ All beams are steel, engineered wood, or trusses
♦ Roof gutters/downspouts discharge water min. 5 feet from foundation ♦ Foundation reclaimed or refurbished materials for 10% of structural material ♦ Natural fiber carpet made with natural latex rather than SB latex backing for superior indoor air quality
♦ Low toxicity paints provide healthy indoor air quality
Thompson Properties, Inc
Thompson Properties, Inc
Thompson Properties Inc. John Thompson moved his family to the Blue Ridge Mountains from South Florida over twelve years ago seeking a healthy lifestyle where they could flourish both physically and spiritually. He has been building luxury, custom homes in Western North
Carolina since 1995, and is driven by a love of the outdoors and the environment, and has gravitated toward constructing green, healthy built homes. Thompson works to promote environmentally sustainable and health conscious building practices and is a member of the
Asheville Home Builder Association, the Western North Carolina Green Building Council, the North Carolina Green Builder Program and is an Energy Star Builder. Combined with John’s highly skilled craftsmen and artistic design, Thompson Properties, Inc., is one of Western North Carolina’s most respected builders.
The Cliffs at
Walnut Cove
Exclusively offered by Thompson Properties, Inc
Thompson Properties, Inc
The Sunset Lodge 1590 Country View Way The Cliffs at Walnut Cove Enjoy this beautiful view of the Blue Ridge Mountains while living in a healthy, green and sustainable home that helps protect both your family’s health and our environment. This luxurious mountain rustic lodge features state of the art technology and energy efficiency, while using natural and recycled materials to create a home that captures spectacular mountain views in a peaceful, tranquil setting. Designed by one of Asheville’s premier architects and crafted by one of the region’s top custom builders, Thompson Properties, Inc., we proudly present the Cliffs at Walnut Cove’s first green and sustainable home, The Sunset Lodge at Walnut Cove.
Thompson Properties, Inc The Sunset Lodge 1590 Country View Way The Cliffs at Walnut Cove’s First
North Carolina HealthyBuilt Green Home
Thompson Properties, Inc
The Sunset Lodge features expansive windows with stunning views to “bring the outdoors in” so you can live surrounded by the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This unique, high quality home features state of the art technology while incorporating reclaimed and natural woods for sustainability and the best techniques in energy efficiency to help save the environment. The highest indoor air quality is insured by using low toxicity materials and mold resistant products to protect your family’s health. This private family estate offers: •
Natural exterior of stone and cedar siding creates a home blended with nature
•
Spectacular 33’x18’ foot wall of glass (Weather Shield triple pane Low E windows) in great room provides wonderful light and mountain views
•
Three covered porches and two outdoor fireplaces provide wonderful outdoor living space in a peaceful, natural setting on private cul-de-sac
•
Expansive open floor plan for family living features fireplace, open living and dining area and kitchen in dramatic 42’x25’ room with 22’ ceilings
•
Custom, hand crafted kitchen from reclaimed heart pine, features Thermador refrigerator, Wolf range, Dacor Microwave and Bosch dishwasher with hand stacked stone hood over range
Thompson Properties, Inc
•
State of the art home office adjoining main level master suite with elevator to lower level
•
Master bedroom has 14’ ceilings with romantic fireplace, adjoining covered porch with outdoor fireplace to enjoy the sunsets and morning coffee
•
Expansive master bath features natural stone lavatories, travertine shower and adjoining outdoor terrace with hot tub to enjoy star lit nights
•
Designed to be handicapped accessible with elevator to lower level which includes wine cellar, three guest suites and large family room
• •
Three car garage with private guest entry to private guest suite or exercise room
Beautifully landscaped 1 ½ acre home site using native plants which are irrigated with rainwater captured by a cistern for water conservation
•
Home exclusively designed and sited to maximize environmentally friendly exposure, sunset views of the Blue Ridge Mountains while preserving the natural beauty of the land with minimum impact to the environment
•
“Green” Durisol recycled block foundation walls prevent mold and provide the highest indoor air quality and energy efficient R-20.
• •
Low toxicity paints and carpet provide healthy indoor air quality
Energy efficient Icynene insulation in roof is equivalent to R-50 in fiberglass and lowers electric usage
Thompson Properties, Inc
Thompson Properties, Inc The Sunset Lodge 1590 Country View Way
The Cliffs at Walnut Cove Environmentally Friendly Features of this Green North Carolina Healthy Built Home ♦ Complies with all federal, state and local government requirements including: NC Building Code, NC Energy Code, local developmental regulations and other local regulations for low density
development ♦ Qualifies for the EPA Energy Star program
Thompson Properties, Inc
Many thoughtful environmental features have been integrated in this home, which make The Sunset Lodge a North Carolina Green Healthybuilt Home: ♦ Sealed ductwork joints and penetrations permanently sealed with low toxic mastic or aerosolized sealant. All air distribution systems tested for leakage and do not exceed 5% of the home’s heated square footage when measured in CFM/25Pa of leakage
♦ All building space heating and cooling equipment is sized according to heating and cooling load calculations using ANSI/ACCA Manual J 8th Edition or equivalent; cooling equipment is within 6,000 BTU's of cooling calculations ♦ The attached garage, air barrier between conditioned living space and garage, includes weatherstripping at all penetrations, sealed drywall joints and other measures
♦ Kitchen Range Hood that exhausts 350 cfm or greater, intentional make up air is provided Site Work ♦ Temporary planting of cover crops on disturbed land areas performed within two weeks of completing rough grading activities ♦ Trees and natural features on site protected during construction (min. 25% of development or lot) ♦ Tree planting (min. 12 trees per acre of developed land)
Thompson Properties, Inc
Water Conservation ♦ Provide a site specific drought resistant planting plan ♦ Rainwater harvested and directed toward landscaping needs; cistern for collection of rainwater to irrigate plants
♦ Installed irrigation system is zoned separately for turf and bedding areas ♦ Kitchen faucet fitted with aerator restricting flow to 2.2 gpm. ♦ All bathroom faucets fitted with aerator restricting flow to 2.0 gpm. ♦ Toilets are high efficiency toilets (max 1.45 gpf) or dual flush (1.6/0.8 gpf) ♦ Clothes washer is an Energy Star labeled product
♦ Dishwasher is an Energy Star labeled product or meets/exceeds Energy Star criteria Building Envelope
Prevents Air Infiltration and Excess Energy Usage ♦ Blower door test meets min. standard of 0.25 cfm50/sf of surface area or 2.5 ACH/50Pa ♦ Rigid insulation is installed as a thermal break at the slab edge (R5, 6" minimum, vertically installed)
♦ Green Durisol recycled block foundation walls promote the highest quality indoor air while providing an R-20 insulation value ♦ Insulated hot water pipes to R-4 in unconditioned spaces for low energy performance ♦ Low-e windows NFRC rated U value of .32 or less
Thompson Properties, Inc
♦ Exterior doors (includes door to garage) insulated to R5 or greater Comfort Systems
♦ Provide overhang between 1’ and 2’ above windows ♦ Programmable climate friendly thermostat ♦ SEER 14 or higher cooling equipment (min 75% of conditioned space) which exceeds NC State building code Appliances, Lighting, Renewables ♦ Refrigerator is an Energy Star labeled product and meets or exceeds Energy Star criteria ♦ Gas cook top with electronic ignition
♦ High efficiency or tankless water heater exceeds Energy Factor ♦ Built-in kitchen recycling center with two or more bins Indoor Air Quality ♦ House meets American Lung Association Health House standards or complies with Energy Star Indoor Air Package Specification
♦ Drainage board for below grade walls
♦ Continuous foundation drain at outside perimeter edge of footing
Thompson Properties, Inc
♦ Filters rated MERV 9 or greater installed on forced air systems ♦ Bath exhaust fans measured exceed exhausting 50 cfm
♦ Ducts protected from dirt and debris until construction is completed ♦ Radon test of home prior to occupancy ♦ Kitchen range hood or downdraft is vented to exterior ♦ Paints and finishes with low to zero VOC content
♦ Allow VOC's to dissipate prior to dwelling occupancy; Air is exhausted to outside for one week minimum ♦ Low VOC stains and finishes used on all wood floors and wood work ♦ Prohibited burying construction waste on site
♦ Central, organized cutting area for project site work ♦ Concrete with fly ash (min 25% fly ash) for slab/floor ♦ All beams are steel, engineered wood, or trusses
♦ Roof gutters/downspouts discharge water min. 5 feet from foundation ♦ Foundation reclaimed or refurbished materials for 10% of structural material ♦ Natural fiber carpet made with natural latex rather than SB latex backing for superior indoor air quality
♦ Low toxicity paints provide healthy indoor air quality
Thompson Properties, Inc
Thompson Properties, Inc
Thompson Properties Inc. John Thompson moved his family to the Blue Ridge Mountains from South Florida over twelve years ago seeking a healthy lifestyle where they could flourish both physically and spiritually. He has been building luxury, custom homes in Western North
Carolina since 1995, and is driven by a love of the outdoors and the environment, and has gravitated toward constructing green, healthy built homes. Thompson works to promote environmentally sustainable and health conscious building practices and is a member of the
Asheville Home Builder Association, the Western North Carolina Green Building Council, the North Carolina Green Builder Program and is an Energy Star Builder. Combined with John’s highly skilled craftsmen and artistic design, Thompson Properties, Inc., is one of Western North Carolina’s most respected builders.
