Tokyu Resort Town Tateshina Kobushidai: A Mountain Retreat with Natural Design
This detached villa, located within the Tokyu Resort Town Tateshina Kobushidai development, is a unique property designed to blend with its natural surroundings. The layout cleverly utilizes the site's elevation changes and features a 2LDK floor plan with two Japanese-style rooms and a loft storage space. The living, dining, and kitchen area (LDK) and one of the Japanese-style rooms are particularly notable for their open, airy feel, with ceiling heights ranging from approximately 2.5 meters to 3.3 meters, following the contour of the roof. The design incorporates abundant use of wood in elements like bathroom walls, stair railings, and pillars, creating a warm, organic aesthetic that harmonizes with the environment.
According to the agent's notes, the property's equipment and utilities are managed by Chubu Electric Power Co. for electricity. Critical financial notes have been translated: A deposit for balance settlement upon contract completion is ¥507,000 (non-taxable), payable as a lump sum. A separate name change fee of ¥110,000 (tax included) is required as a lump sum. Other stamp duty fees at purchase are ¥400; note that for land and detached houses with two or more lots, ¥400 is required per lot. A lease term renewal administrative fee of ¥110,000 (tax included) is required separately. Registration costs at renewal are also required separately. Gas and electricity charges are required separately.
The villa is part of a comprehensive resort community offering extensive amenities. These include a restaurant, the 'Kayama no Yu' hot spring facility with large baths and an open-air bath, an indoor heated pool, the Tateshina Tokyu Golf Course (membership, 18 holes), tennis courts, the Tateshina Tokyu Ski Resort, and other facilities like a 9-hole putting golf course, a town center, a convenience store, member-only resort hotels, a dog run, and seasonal dining. Please note that most facility use involves separate fees.
The surrounding Tateshina and Yatsugatake area in Nagano Prefecture is renowned for its stunning highland scenery, outdoor activities, and cooler summer climate. An interesting local fact is that Lake Tateshina, a crater lake, is considered one of the clearest and most transparent lakes in Japan. The closest major landmark is the majestic Yatsugatake mountain range, a popular destination for hiking, skiing, and enjoying panoramic views throughout the seasons.
