Discover private, sustainable living while overlooking the Payette River & all of Emmett Valley. This custom-built straw bale home by EarthCraft Design Build offers a perfect blend of eco-friendly materials and cutting-edge green building science. Perched on 40 acres at the base of Squaw Butte, the 3 bed, 2.5 bath home boasts exceptional energy efficiency with locally sourced straw bale insulation, natural plasters, and passive solar design. Thoughtfully sited to enhance comfort year-round, this home is designed to reduce energy use while maximizing natural beauty. With reclaimed wood, non-toxic finishes, and breathability, this property connects you to nature in a way few homes can. The 60x80 shop with wood stove offers a 2 bed, 2.5 bath apartment w/ kitchen & living room as well as plenty of extra space for your RV, boat, toys & more! This one of a kind Idaho Gem offers views of Black Canyon Reservoir, Freezeout Hill and Emmett's "Valley of Plenty" with multi-generational or short term rental opportunities!
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DAYS ON MARKET
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8
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LAST UPDATED
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4/10/2026
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TRACT
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0 Not Applicable
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YEAR BUILT
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2021
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COMMUNITY
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Emmett-Gem County - 1550
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GARAGE SPACES
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8.0
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COUNTY
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Gem
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STATUS
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Active
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PROPERTY TYPE(S)
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Single Family
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| Elementary School |
Shadow Butte |
| Jr. High School |
Emmett |
| High School |
Emmett |
| AIR CONDITIONING |
Yes |
| APPLIANCES |
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water, Tankless Water Heater, Water Heater |
| AREA |
Emmett-Gem County - 1550 |
| CONSTRUCTION |
Log, Other, Stucco |
| FIREPLACE |
Yes |
| GARAGE |
Yes |
| HEAT |
Forced Air, Passive Solar |
| INTERIOR |
Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| LOT |
40.52 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION |
Garden, Views |
| PARKING |
Attached, Detached, RV Access/Parking |
| SEWER |
Septic Tank |
| STORIES |
1 |
| SUBDIVISION |
0 Not Applicable |
| TAXES |
1911.2 |
| UTILITIES |
Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Cable Connected |
| VIEW |
Yes |
| WATER |
Well |
| ZONING |
A-1 |
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