Himegidaira Villa in Nagano's Long-Term Resort Community
This charming villa is located within the expansive Himegidaira Villa Area in Nagawa Town, Nagano Prefecture. Built in 1993 (Heisei 5), this two-story wooden structure offers a classic mountain retreat feel with its wooden flooring throughout. The property sits on a level, well-shaped 327 sqm plot within the first phase of the development, featuring convenient parallel parking space for easy access and unloading.
The compact and practical layout includes a 1LDK (Living, Dining, Kitchen) plus one room on the first floor, with a loft space of approximately 7 tatami mats on the second floor. The villa's equipment and utilities are clearly detailed: Water is supplied by the town's public water system; sewage is handled by a simple flush system (pit toilet type); gas is supplied by individual propane tanks; and electricity is provided by Chubu Electric Power.
A critical note regarding the land: At the time of the sales contract, a land lease agreement will be concluded with the Nagawa Town Daimon Property District. The buyer will inherit the remaining leasehold right of approximately 7 years, which is renewable. Annual carrying costs include a management fee of 42,900 yen, a fixed water rate of 25,827 yen, property tax (approx. 15,200 yen), leasehold rent of 23,871 yen (73 yen per sqm), and resident tax (approx. 5,500 yen as a house and lot tax). One-time costs post-purchase include registration fees for the leasehold right and building ownership transfer (approx. 130,000 yen) and a 2,000 yen name change fee for the Daimon Property District.
The Himegidaira Villa Area, with about 2,400 plots, is a large-scale resort community known for its good management. Services include snow removal within the villa area and maintenance of roads and scenery. The area, at an elevation of about 1,300 meters, offers year-round enjoyment: spring blossoms, cool summers, autumn foliage and trekking, and winter sports and hot spring tours. It also provides good access to nearby cities like Chino, Suwa, and Saku.
The surrounding region is rich with recreational attractions. A notable nearby destination is Lake Shirakaba (Shirakaba-ko), a beautiful highland lake popular for boating, walking trails, and seasonal festivals. It serves as a scenic hub for the Tateshina highlands, complementing the villa's resort lifestyle perfectly.
