Mountain Cabin-Style Retreat with Wood-Burning Stove and Unique Cypress Bathtub in Tamura City
This charming mountain cabin-style vacation home, listed as Vacant House [Reiwa 4 Fiscal Year-006], offers a unique retreat in the serene residential area of Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture. The property features a cozy 1LDK layout within a 49.68 sqm wooden structure built in January 1998. It comes with a substantial 500 sqm plot of land, plus an additional 6,646 sqm of forested mountain land, providing immense privacy and potential. The home's distinctive character is highlighted by a wood-burning stove and a custom-made 'Sawara' cypress bathtub designed like a traditional Japanese cannon bath. Separate outbuildings include a storage shed, a warehouse, and a detached guest house, adding significant utility. Some renovation is noted as being necessary.
The property's equipment and facilities, as detailed in the agent notes, include: a separate bathroom and toilet (B/T), electricity, a septic tank with pump-out system, propane gas, a well, a loft, storage space, and a garden. A key feature highlighted for the property is its suitability as a summer retreat or '避暑地' (hisshochi), perfect for escaping the heat.
The area of Tamura City is known for its beautiful natural landscapes within Fukushima Prefecture. An interesting local fact is that the city is part of the Abukuma Highlands, an area famed for its lush greenery and traditional countryside scenery. For visitors and residents alike, a major nearby tourist attraction is the iconic Mount Adatara, a stratovolcano popular for hiking and offering spectacular panoramic views, located within a reasonable driving distance.