By: Kathy Gibson kgibson@railey.com 301-501-2626 September 22nd, 2010 Category: Community Profiles, Garrett County Real Estate

The Whispering Woods Subdivision is the first of its kind in Maryland! Located in the beautiful western part of the state in Garrett County, Maryland and only a short drive from Deep Creek Lake, this private mountaintop community has lots for sale that are “Net Zero” capable.

To clarify this further, “Net Zero” construction sites require the ability to create the energy on site that will be used by the dwelling-that is designed and erected-with solar and wind energy.

The first home in this community is currently just completed and is the gateway to the community and available for tours. This home was constructed to maximize the true net zero envelope featuring 6000 sq. ft. of highly appointed hand crafted timber beam construction and natural stones from around the world. The home will be supported by a 10 kw Aerostar Wind Turbine specified and to be installed to provide its power source. There are presently 4 lots remaining of the 6 that were originally listed for sale. The lots are perced and ready to build.  This gated community has paved roads and utilities already installed to the sites. The views from these lots are incredible spanning several mountain ridges! Lot sizes available are from 3.58 acres to 8.29 acres. If your desire is to  build “green” and as energy efficient as possible-take a look at Whispering Woods!

Click here for Green, Energy Efficient Building Lots for Sale in Whispering Woods Garrett County

By: Mike Kennedy mkennedy@railey.com 301-616-6106 October 9th, 2008 Category: Deep Creek Lake Real Estate, Wisp Real Estate

Just this past week we listed one of the few ‘Green’ construction houses found in the Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County areas. This house sits atop Wisp Ski Resort and is located at 2317 Shingle Camp Road. It has wonderful views of Deep Creek Lake and is offered for sale at $728,000. Here are some of the ‘Green’ features found in this house;

• Architecturally designed to blend into the Wisp Mountain setting, yet stand out from other properties.
• Deep overhangs and radiant heat provides energy efficiency.
• The center Ventilation Stack provides a passive cooling system where hot air rises to the 3^rd level and escapes through the sunroom.
• Clerestory windows provide additional ventilation as well as more natural light without increasing undue heat gain.

If you would like a set up a time to tour this vacation house for sale, please call 800-544-2425 or e-mail us at info@railey.com. Click here for more details and pictures on this latest real estate offering.