Traditional Charm and Modern Convenience in Kobe's Suma Ward
This charming single-story house in Kobe's Suma Ward offers a unique blend of traditional Japanese aesthetics and practical living. The property features a nostalgic, traditional design exterior that provides a warm and inviting atmosphere. A key highlight is the spacious frontage of over 10 meters and a lovely Japanese garden, with a southwest-facing orientation ensuring excellent sunlight and ventilation.
The home is equipped with a system kitchen that integrates cooking, cleaning, and storage spaces for ease of use. It includes a designated indoor space for a washing machine, promoting its longevity. For comfort and hygiene, the toilet is fitted with a bidet-style washlet seat. The property is all-electric and incorporates barrier-free design elements. Other notable equipment includes a kitchen counter, IH cooktop, bath with reheating function and dryer, shower-equipped vanity, walk-in closet, storage in all rooms, a TV monitor intercom, and underfloor heating. Utilities are served by city gas and sewer systems.
The location in the quiet residential neighborhood of Takakuradai offers a serene living environment. Daily shopping is convenient with a CO-OP (Koyou) supermarket just a 5-minute walk away, and a drugstore within a 3-minute walk (220m). The property is well-connected, with bus stops approximately 2 minutes on foot providing access to JR Suma Station (13 minutes by bus) and the municipal subway's Myohoji Station (5 minutes by bus). The area is also served by Takakuradai Elementary School (7-minute walk) and Takakuradai Junior High School (12-minute walk). The property includes a spacious, free parking space capable of accommodating one car, with a high-roof design suitable for guest parking.
The Suma area of Kobe is renowned for its beautiful coastline and historical significance. An interesting local fact is that Suma is famous for its eponymous 'Suma' wrestling stable in the world of sumo, having produced many legendary wrestlers. The closest major landmark is the scenic Suma Rikyu Park (Suma Palace Park), a spacious seaside park with rose gardens, fountains, and panoramic views of the Suma coastline, located approximately 1.5km from the property.
