Charming Single-Story Vacation Home in Karuizawa's Miyota Area
This delightful 2LDK single-story detached house, located in the sought-after Miyota area of Karuizawa, presents a fantastic opportunity for a vacation retreat. Priced at 29.8 million yen (tax included), this property is situated on a spacious corner lot, ensuring excellent sunlight and an open, airy feel. The flat and expansive garden is a particular highlight, offering ample space for outdoor enjoyment.
According to the agent's notes, the property features a carport with space for one vehicle and an additional car space. The building is a single-story wooden structure with a slate roof, constructed in October 1992. The total land area is a generous 399.92 square meters (approximately 120.97 tsubo), with a total floor area of 61.69 square meters (approximately 18.66 tsubo). The layout includes a combined living, dining, and kitchen area (LDK), two Western-style rooms, and one Japanese-style room. The property also boasts a wooden deck, providing a perfect spot to relax and take in the surroundings.
The agent's equipment list confirms utilities are provided by Chubu Electric Power Company for electricity, city gas, and public water and sewer systems. Hot water is supplied via a gas water heater.
The property is in vacant condition and ready for handover. The transaction is an intermediary sale. Important notes indicate that the property is not open for casual viewings; appointments must be made in advance through the agent. All running costs, such as utilities, are separate. One-time fees at purchase include a 10,000 yen contract stamp duty and an estimated brokerage commission of 1,049,400 yen, calculated from the listed price. Property taxes, acquisition taxes, and registration fees will also apply and are settled between the buyer and seller from the handover date.
The Miyota area offers a peaceful residential setting while remaining conveniently accessible. It is approximately a 7-minute drive (about 2.8 km) from the Miyota Station on the Shinano Railway line. The area is part of the greater Karuizawa region, a famous highland resort destination since the Meiji era, known for its cool summers, beautiful nature, and vibrant arts scene. A major landmark nearby is the active volcano Mount Asama, one of Japan's most famous peaks, which offers stunning views and serves as a central feature of the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park.
