Modern Design Home with Garden in Kobe's Arima Onsen Area
This property is a detached house located in the Karato area of Arinocho, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. It is a 3LDK layout with a total floor area of 119.24 square meters, situated on a generous 383.47 square meter plot of land. Built in March 1973, the house features a modern design that belies its age.
The property is equipped with a system kitchen that includes a counter and a gas cooktop, allowing for proper heating and delicious cooking. The kitchen is connected to the living room, facilitating conversation over the shoulder while cooking. The house includes a sunroom, providing a comfortable space even on rainy days or during pollen season. A distinctive curved ("R") wall adds a strong design impression. The entrance features ample storage space suitable for outdoor gear or strollers.
Key amenities include a bathroom with a reheating function and a dryer, a separate washbasin area that is convenient for makeup and hair styling, and a heated toilet seat. Indoor features include underfloor heating, a walk-in closet, storage in all rooms, and a TV monitor-equipped doorphone. There is a dedicated indoor space for a washing machine, which helps prolong the appliance's lifespan. The property is all-electric and includes barrier-free elements. It faces south and comes with a free parking space for one vehicle.
A unique feature is a Japanese-style room (washitsu) equipped with a hearth ("ro"), which can be used for enjoying tea. The property boasts a garden that blends with the surrounding mountains, offering views where one can feel the changing seasons. The utility room is of a size that can accommodate all needs. At night, stargazing is possible from the windows.
The location is approximately a 3-minute walk from the Kobe Electric Railway Sanda Line's Arimaguchi Station. The surrounding area is a quiet residential environment rich in greenery, considered suitable for families. Nearby facilities include Karato Elementary School (approx. 18 min walk), Karato Junior High School (approx. 24 min walk), Karato Nursery School (approx. 18 min walk), Karato Kindergarten (approx. 18 min walk), a CO-OP store (approx. 4 min by car), KONOMIYA Supermarket NISHIYAMA Arino Store (approx. 6 min by car), and Kobe Karato Post Office (approx. 4 min by car).
