Home for Sale - Recently Completed 100% Renovation

DEEP ENERGY RETROFIT- highly efficient 150 year old Farmhouse

Marysville Village, Wolfe Island, near Kingston, Ontario

The Unhurried House 
Instagram: @theunhurriedhouse

Welcome to The Unhurried House, an energy engineered deep energy retrofit (to Passive Standards) and deeply sustainable farmhouse in the heart of Marysville village on Wolfe Island, Ontario. This 1800 sq. ft. thoughtfully and carefully designed and constructed home has been transformed over the past five years following Passive House standards and building techniques- offering unparalleled energy efficiency, modern amenities, and timeless rustic charm.

This was a 5 year labour of love where we deconstructed (rather than fully demolished) the old farm house. We kept the post and beam construction and gutted the entire rest of the house. Installed R35 rigid insulation on the outside and ceiling of the house leaving the rustic boards, posts and beams on the inside.

The Layout:

The main floor has three zones: A: 16' X 16' entrance way with a huge west facing window with a powder room in the corner; B: a laundry and utility room with a door to the back yard and clothes line; C. A main area (23' X 26') with a big kitchen and living room.

Upstairs: Two bedrooms -- one with a sink in it and the other has the bathtub in it, a big loft (studio, gym, spare bed area, piano etc), a big three piece bathroom.

Basement: Dry, clean, standup, stone foundation and bedrock floor. Fully outsulated with BIG O drainage installed. 15'X 15' lined limestone cistern for rain water harvesting.

Utilities:

Electricity: On Grid, with 200 AMP panel, EV charger

Water: Brand new (2023) 24 foot concrete shore well with pump; two filters for sediment, one UV filter for drinking water. Softener. Cistern is entirely ready to harvest rain water, with input and overflow.

Heat: Cast iron air tight cookstove ("Regina" from woodcookstove.ca, made in Italy), two low temp 12 000 btu heat pumps

 Key Features of The Unhurried House

• Huge Vegetable Garden (.35 acre raised beds in sun pattern)
• Chef’s Shaker Kitchen: 10-ft island, concrete countertops, top-tier appliances (Miele, Fisher & Paykel, KitchenAid), made by and for food lovers and cooks.
• 560-lb Cast Iron Italian Cookstove: Heat and charm for cozy winters. "Regina" from woodcookstoves.ca ($5500);
• Greenhouse: Extend your growing season.
• Clear-Covered Pergola: Perfect for three season outdoor living.
• Rustic Farmhouse Interior: White shiplap walls, exposed beams, and wide plank wood floors.
• New Everything: Foundation, plumbing, electrical (200 AMP), septic, insulation, roof, decks, porches, siding, shore well (24 ft deep), and EV charger.
• Spacious Living: Two bedrooms (each with sinks) and loft can convert to a bedroom.

Outdoor Oasis

• Big Lake Ontario Water views!
• Stone steps, walkways, and walls.
• 150 year old wrought iron fence across the whole property.
• wrap around decks and covered deep porch;
• rainwater harvesting-ready stone cistern.

Location Perks
Nestled in the village of Marysville, this corner-lot home is just:

• Two blocks from the free ferry to downtown Kingston (16 minutes).
• 200 meters from public water access and a sandy beach.
• 11 km from a world class white sand public beach (several kilometers long "Big Sandy Bay")
• In a charming village setting with modern conveniences: general store, pub, hotel, music venue, post office, LCBO (liquor store), coffee shop, ice cream shop, official size covered skating rink (free to residents), walking community and island (awesome off leash dog walking).

Passive House Standards Met: 
Passive Houses are designed to minimize energy use while maximizing comfort and sustainability. This house was designed and energy engineered by a professional sustainability engineer. Features include:

• Superinsulation on the OUTside: Keeps the home warm in winter and cool in summer. R35 on the walls and ceilings; 
• Airtight Construction: No drafts, no wasted energy.
• Two 12,000 BTU Low-Temperature Heat Pumps: Efficient heating & cooling.
• German engineered LUNOS HRV System: Fresh, filtered air with energy recovery in small ductless tubes directly into the house.
• Double- Glazed Wooden Windows: Stunning, durable, and energy-efficient LePage wooden framed, individual lights on every window (75K spend on windows).
• Passive Standards: used passive house standards and techniques in the build including  sunlight to naturally warm the home; 
• Ultra-Efficient Energy Use: Costs just $60–$80/month for utilities (plus delivery fees).

A house that is OUTsulated using the "Perfect Wall" principles: Matt Risinger’s "Perfect Wall" is a high-performance building envelope designed for durability, energy efficiency, and moisture management. It protects the structure by moving insulation and barriers to the exterior, creating a resilient and efficient system.

1. Structure: post and beam balloon framed (wood).
2. Air & self-adhering Vapor Barrier on entire house: Prevents air leakage and regulates moisture.
3. Exterior Insulation (Outsulation): Continuous insulation outside the frame eliminates thermal bridging.
4. Waterproofing & Drainage Plane: Protects against water intrusion while allowing moisture to escape.
5. Cladding & Rain Screen: Outer layer for aesthetics and ventilation.

Perfect Wall Advantages

• Superior Energy Efficiency: Minimal heat loss or gain.
• Moisture Control: Reduces condensation and risk of rot.
• Durability: Longer-lasting materials and structure.
• Sustainability: Lower energy use and reduced maintenance.
• Versatility: Compatible with various designs and materials.

Private Sale Opportunity

This beautifully reimagined farmhouse is available privately until April 2025 (save on realtor fees!). After that, it will go on the open market.

$979,000

Contact

Heidi Mack
heidi@heidimack.ca
6135721035

insta: @theunhurriedhouse

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