OM Solar System Detached House with Onsen Bath in Yugawara
This property is a spacious 4SLDK+S detached house located in the quiet residential area of Miyashita, Yugawara Town, Kanagawa Prefecture. Built in March 1995, it features a total floor area of approximately 113.91 sqm (about 34.45 tsubo) on two stories above ground. The land area is a generous 214.9 sqm (about 65 tsubo). The house is equipped with the innovative OM Solar System, which utilizes natural energy to provide gentle warmth throughout the home.
The property boasts numerous rooms and ample storage, making it highly recommended for families. The layout includes four bedrooms, a living, dining, and kitchen area, plus an additional storage (S) room. All living rooms benefit from two-sided natural lighting and feature convenient closets. The kitchen is well-appointed with abundant workspace and storage. The bathroom includes an onsen (hot spring) bath, allowing residents to enjoy a relaxing soak while overlooking greenery. Washbasins and toilets are conveniently located on each floor.
From the second-floor wooden deck balcony, residents can enjoy luxurious panoramic views of the mountains, the townscape, and Sagami Bay. The property includes one flat parking space. Important notes from the agent include monthly hot spring usage fees of 28,500 yen, bi-monthly water charges starting at 8,000 yen (with overage fees), annual neighborhood association fees of 8,000 yen, annual road maintenance fees of 12,000 yen, and a one-time hot spring name transfer fee of 330,000 yen. The property is located within a sediment disaster warning zone (partially special warning zone), and the road frontage requirements are under investigation.
The area of Yugawara is a famous hot spring resort town on the coast of Sagami Bay, known for its therapeutic waters and scenic beauty nestled between the mountains and the sea. An interesting local fact is that Yugawara's hot springs have been enjoyed for over a thousand years and were even mentioned in the classic 11th-century Japanese literary work, "The Tale of Genji." The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Mount Fuji, which is visible from many points in the region and offers a stunning backdrop to the area.