Gorgeous straw bale home (1 bedroom + detached newly renovated studio) enchants all who enter with an exquisite architectural ‘half-moon’ passive solar design featuring end-to-end, curved, southern exposure floor-to-ceiling windows offering seamless extension to a lush, serene and totally private patio/garden. Designed by award winning architect Darrel DeBoer (deboerarchitects.com) this exceptional, meticulously cared for home, located on a magical, quiet 5 acre organic apple orchard in Sebastopol’s west county ‘banana belt’ features: 1000+ square feet of living space, 1 bedroom plus an extensively remodeled detached studio room, 1 full bathroom, earthen floors with slate inlay, standing wood stove, tile-backed marble countertops, gas stove and artistic details throughout. Each and every finish/structural element, from interior lime paint to no VOC stains, recycled timbers - all selected to create and maintain this space in a manner complimentary to Nature. (Ideal for folks with chemical/EMF sensitivities - individuals as well as couples thrive here!) Also included: roof mounted solar panels reducing monthly PG&E to an average of $60 (based on past occupancy), water with a brand new filtration system, monthly landscaping care (+ your own organic apple trees, lemons & blackberries), a fully insulated 10’x12’ storage shed, an enclosure/hook-up for washer dryer, a circular pad for hot tub or table, ample parking. Renter is responsible for refrigerator, washer/dryer & garbage services. First, last, security and cleaning deposits can be spread out over initial 3-4 months if needed. Seeking ecologically inclined, mindful renters, NO smoking, no pets:(( Open house/applications invited by co-owner who lives on property, Wednesday, May 20, 3:30-6:30; Sunday 5/24, 2:00-5:00. Address offered following email contact, please allow 12 hours for replies. Thank you for your serious inquiries about our beautiful Shangri la~