Forest Retreat Villa in the Highlands of Nagano
Nestled at an altitude of 900 meters in the lush, green summer resort area of Urugi Village, Shimoina District, Nagano Prefecture, this charming villa offers a serene escape surrounded by forest. The property is a single-story wooden structure built in January 1998, with a total floor area of 34.54 sqm (approximately 10.44 tsubo) featuring a 1LDK layout. The land area is 149.68 sqm (approx. 45.27 tsubo), with an additional private road area of 1,799 sqm (shared burden ratio: 52/1648).
Key equipment and features include a 2-burner stove powered by propane gas. Special notes indicate the property is currently vacant. Running costs include an annual management fee of 30,000 yen and a CATV fee of 500 yen per month. Parking is available for up to two vehicles at no extra charge. The property is located outside the city planning area, with no designated land use zone, and faces a 2-meter wide private road to the west. The transaction is handled as a general intermediary (management code CH-02-639).
The surrounding area of southern Nagano is renowned for its pristine natural beauty and tranquil mountain villages. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Achi Village is famous for having one of Japan's clearest night skies, designated as a "Star Village" for its exceptional stargazing conditions. The region is also a gateway to the Central Alps and is within driving distance of the historic Nakasendo trail, a major Edo-period highway dotted with post towns.