The Applegate Home
From Lisa Hendricks
Enjoy the quiet comfort in a tranquil setting located deep on a 19.53-acre estate in the heart of the Applegate Valley wine country in southern Oregon. The 2,544 sq. ft. residence features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, vaulted ceilings, and an open great room designed to merge indoor and outdoor spaces. 72 high performance Loewen windows let in natural light throughout the home and offer beautiful 360° views of the Siskiyou Mountains, forests, and river valley vineyards. Designed by Andre DeBar, the recipient of the National Association of Home Builders 2003 Green Custom Home of the Year award, the home received national recognition for its energy efficiencies and was awarded the highest Earth Advantage and Energy Star certifications. The all-electric home relies on several systems to maximize efficiency: a grid-tied solar-electric system, a solar hot water system; and a high-efficiency geothermal, closed-loop heat pump, complemented by year-round filtered air and high tech climate control. Stunning wood and tile finishes beneath vaulted ceilings adorn the interior. The Italian floor tiles & locally sourced hardwood floors harmonize with graceful old-growth built-in cabinetry. An efficient Danish wood stove adds winter warmth and charm. The home sits on a southwest-facing hillside and adjacent to several wineries, hiking trails, river sports, local farm markets, upscale cafe, a pizzeria, and a wonderful lodge restaurant.