Alice's Village Iwanai Nature-Friendly House (1DK)
This charming 1DK property, located at 258 Notsuka, Iwanai Town, Iwanai District, Hokkaido, offers a unique nature-friendly lifestyle. The house is a wooden structure with a zinc-galvanized steel plate roof, built in June 2004 (Heisei 16). It features a total floor area of 82.34 sqm (approximately 24.91 tsubo) spread over two stories on a generous, flat 528.99 sqm (approx. 160.02 tsubo) residential plot.
The property is equipped with public water supply and a combined septic tank system for wastewater. For heating and hot water, it utilizes a dual-fuel (oil/wood) boiler, with a separate kerosene boiler dedicated to hot water supply. Heating is provided by oil stoves, which include a simple underfloor heating function. The property boasts excellent parking facilities, including a garage that can accommodate two vehicles (semi-custom ordered with extra depth to fit a HiAce van) and open-air parking for an additional two to three cars. A standout feature is the home vegetable garden, complete with a vinyl greenhouse, where the soil has been improved for growing pesticide-free vegetables.
Special notes highlight significant renovations. In March 2017 (Heisei 29), an extension was added based on a design by Bio-Plus Saijo. This second-floor addition includes electromagnetic wave shielding sheets. The house is noted as a home where the owner's wife improved her chemical and electromagnetic hypersensitivity. Additional features include earth grounding treatment and a separate storage shed.
The area of Iwanai Town in Hokkaido is known for its stunning coastal scenery and proximity to the Shakotan Peninsula, famous for its dramatic cliffs and crystal-clear waters. A major landmark nearby is the iconic Mount Yotei, often referred to as "Ezo Fuji" for its perfect conical shape resembling Mount Fuji, offering breathtaking views and year-round outdoor activities.
