Wow! Wish I could duplicate the house here for $149,000. Actually, the first things I thought upon seeing the pictures were 1) What a charming place, 2) Room for a screened in cat area, and 3) Room for Steve to plant lots of flowers. I've loved reading his journal entries about the garden.
After living in the country myself I don't think I could take living with too much traffic or noise again, although I don't have to put up with the snow and winter storms you get. This place looks charming. I have a two dollar bill you could use for earnest money if you'd like it.
Enjoy the house search. I'm sure you will find the right place for all of you.