Major acreage, conservation land, a picturesque marsh, and a pond — this is a homesteader’s dream come true and it’s still convenient to 495. Sitting on a magical four acres in North Andover, the single-family at 191 Barker Street is not your average Colonial.

Sure, the classic New England exterior looks like it fits right in with the neighborhood aesthetic, but the home’s upgrades put it at the forefront of energy efficiency and sustainable living. Earning Pearl Gold Certification, the home is all about innovation, including owned solar panels, heat pumps, a whole-home battery, and a charger for electric vehicles. Imagine eliminating almost all your energy costs while also generating income. Less high-tech but definitely cozy: the wood stove in the great room.

The spacious footprint includes four bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a roomy finished basement that’s perfect as au-pair or in-law quarters, or an inviting playroom.

Secluded but not too far from shopping and recreation, the home’s perch abutting conservation land includes tranquil water views. Naturally, there’s plenty of space for outdoor living, including on the deck and flat backyard.

On the market for $1,085,000, the sale of the property is represented by Joelle Smith with Compass, 617-777-0347.