Let the Sunshine in: Passive Solar Home in New York Heats Up the Market for $1.2M

by Larissa Runkle

Let the Sun Shine In: A Passive Solar Home in New York Has Listed for $1.2M — Realtor.com

At first glance, the contrast of the natural setting with the steel-and-concrete structure at 53 Major Lockwood Lane in Pound Ridge, NY, might seem strange.

But there’s actually a very good reason for the aesthetic of the innovative property, which was recently listed for the first time at $1,199,000.

“This is a passive solar home, so it was situated on the land to maximize sunlight at all times of year,” says listing agent Betsy Ronel. “It was designed by the renowned environmental architect, Michael Kwartler and completed in 1981.”

A “passive” solar home is one that has windows, walls, and floors made to collect, store, reflect, and distribute solar energy for a year-round temperate interior.

This particular private, sun-filled oasis offers three bedrooms, an office, loftlike living spaces, an open kitchen, and an entire wall of windows.

Solar home in Westchester — 53 Major Lockwood Lane
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The home’s thoughtful design is optimized for natural light and year-round views. Plentiful custom windows face the surrounding 5-acre, forested property, which comes with access rights to the adjacent Hawkins Lake. And the serene space isn’t far from other recreational pursuits.

Plus, Pound Ridge is known as a “creator’s haven,” Ronel notes. “Residents here get the best of it all: privacy and quiet yet access to everything.”

In this case, “everything” includes chic shops and restaurants in the downtown area, as well as ample outdoor adventures, annual events, and other local activities. Several major train stations and retail destinations are also within 20 miles of Pound Ridge.

“This town appeals to all walks of life,” Ronel says. “Artist, scientist, maker, equestrian, people watcher, small towner, weekender, full timer, families, and singletons of all ages and backgrounds enjoy it here.”

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