8579 FRIARS HILL RD, WV 24966 (MLS# 16-1521)

Property Attributes: Historic

Flooring: Hardwood; Stone

Features Interior: Ceiling (Cathedral)

Exterior Material: Wood

Foundation: Block; Concrete; Rock

Roofing: Metal

Views: Mountain; Panoramic; Pastoral View

Items to Convey: Ceiling Fans; Clothes Dryer; Clothes Washer; Range/Oven; Refrigerator; Wood burning stove

The name, Orion Retreat, was given to the property because it lies directly beneath the astrological, Orion Belt. Elevation is 2,260ft. 38 1' 12" N 80 23' 11"W This property is unique with environmental features that promote self sustaining, simple living. In the early 1970's, the owner deconstructed a 1855 log house in Frankford, WV and used the logs to construct this home. The current house has wood siding over the logs and the interior of the house exhibits beautiful large logs, hickory beams, and stunning posts. The upstairs floor is the original 1800's "puncheon" floor which piece together to form a perfect fit. At the entrance of the home, there is a vinyl floor covering that is not glued. Owner placed there to keep area cleaner. Floor is hardwood beneath the vinyl. The south facing home with large windows promote a natural heat. The wood stove and propane wall heaters provide ample heat. The position of the house and the windows also promote a nice summer breeze. A year round spring provides water for the farm. There are 2 1000 gallon tanks, one at the spring and one close to the home. The spring provides ample water for all household duties including washer, bathroom, drinking water, gardening. Owner runs the pump once per week for 1 hour to pump from lower storage tank to upper storage tank. The layout of the house is open and could be modified to easily incorporate additional bedrooms. Property is located approximately 3 miles from Rt 219 and is a beautiful drive through the countryside.