Charming Lakeside Retreat: Gray House Toya
Imagine waking up just steps from the stunning shores of Lake Toya! This beautifully renovated retro-style home, known as GRAY HOUSE TOYA, offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise in one of Hokkaido's most scenic districts. Seamlessly blending Japanese tradition with modern comfort, this property is a tranquil haven perfect for a vacation home, profitable rental investment, or a peaceful permanent residence.
The property is a detached house providing a tranquil retreat just moments from Lake Toya. It features a private wooden deck and a charming garden space. The stylish renovation maintains a unique retro aesthetic while offering all the conveniences of a modern home. The versatile layout offers approximately 100.03 square meters of total floor space designed to comfortably accommodate up to 8 guests. The panoramic southern aspect provides views across breathtaking Lake Toya and the spectacular surrounds. As an investment, the property is currently generating circa 8% gross return as an Airbnb rental, presenting an attractive financial opportunity with immediate growth potential.
This spacious home is fully equipped for extended stays, short breaks, or comfortable year-round living. It features 3 versatile bedrooms plus a Tatami room, a cozy living and dining space that opens up to a large outdoor yard, perfect for summer enjoyment. It includes a full kitchen and modern amenities such as a shower/bath unit, laundry room, and air conditioning & heating throughout for comfort in all seasons. The location is the highly desirable Lake Toya area in Hokkaido, with ample off-street parking space and a large yard area perfect for summer barbecues and winter snowman creations.
The area surrounding Lake Toya is renowned for its natural beauty and volcanic activity. An interesting fact is that Lake Toya is a caldera lake formed by a massive volcanic eruption over 110,000 years ago, and it contains Nakajima, a cluster of four forested islands in its center. The closest major landmark is the iconic Mount Usu, an active stratovolcano that forms part of the Toya Caldera and UNESCO Global Geopark, offering spectacular hiking and panoramic views of the lake and surrounding region.
