A Playful Skipped-Floor Retreat in Shiso, Hyogo
This pre-owned villa, located in the nature-rich area of Ichinomiya-cho, Shiso City, Hyogo Prefecture, offers a unique and characterful floor plan centered around a skipped-floor structure and a large atrium. The property sits on a spacious plot of approximately 377 square meters (about 114 tsubo), with a total floor area of roughly 103.6 square meters. The building is a two-story wooden structure with a 4LK layout, but its design is far from conventional. The internal space is split into four gentle levels, creating a playful and dynamic environment where the atmosphere shifts with each step. The central, high-ceilinged atrium connects these levels three-dimensionally, providing a sense of openness and allowing residents to feel the presence of family or friends throughout the home. Large openings in the atrium area allow ample sunlight to flood the interior, creating a bright living space.
The first floor features a 9-tatami mat living room equipped with a wood-burning stove, perfect for relaxing while watching the flames. There are also two Japanese-style rooms of 6 and 9 tatami mats, with the larger room featuring a sunken kotatsu (a heated table), offering a nostalgic and calming atmosphere. On the second floor, there are 6-tatami mat Western-style and Japanese-style rooms, which can be used as guest rooms or hobby spaces. The property includes a dedicated garden with a full-fledged pizza oven and a natural stone garden table, allowing for enjoyable outdoor time under the shade of trees. The wooden deck is equipped with an outdoor sink and gas piping, making it convenient for barbecues and home parties. The property is a corner lot. Equipment includes a gas stove with three burners, a counter kitchen, a dedicated bath (over 1.6x2.0m), a separate toilet with a warm-water bidet seat, an indoor washing machine space, propane gas, a private water supply, a septic tank, and a dedicated garden with a wooden deck. While surrounded by tranquil nature, daily amenities such as a supermarket and convenience store are accessible by car.
