New house we are buying with VC insert

My friend has that stove and his house about the same square footage though it's a two story home. It does most of the heating and he loves it, it's also a nice looking stove.

It maybe worth pulling the outside cover to see if there's a block off plate installed, and what type of liner system you have, also an inspection of the chimney / liner and unit is a must before burning.

I burn the VC Montpelier in a ranch that has about 1,800 sf on the main floor. It keeps the LR, DR, kitchen, & study in the low 70s, the 3 BRs in the mid to upper 60s. My ceiling insulation is pretty good, the walls are 60 years old and settled. I have an internal chimney with insulation above the heated area. The insert gives me good 6 hour burns and enough embers to restart up to 8 hours. That is with 3 yr seasoned red oak well packed. I have a second stove in the walkout basement that I use on really cold spells or when we are using the family room down there.

I'm quessing that your climate is a little colder than mine so a lot will depend on the insulation.

If you have questions about the insert let me know.

KaptJaq