Joe,
Yes I considered baseboard heating. I'd probably favor radiant heating for the kitchen floor. Probably not as efficient, but I do love a warm floor.
The cost of the wood is only cutting, splitting, etc.
How much wood I have is an interesting question. When I purchased this lot the deed appeared to read "4.25 acres". Now, via the magic of a law called the CAO, I have two acres. I still pay the same tax on the other 2.25 acres mind you, but I'm not allowed to touch it. Sometimes when I feel brave I sneak in there and look around.
I look to you all for a rationale for buying a Lister and what happens? You take my wife's side.