A Compact and Charming Villa with Superb Views in Nagano's Scholar Village
This delightful compact villa, located in the third phase of the Scholar Village (Gakusha Mura) vacation home area in Nagawa Town, Nagano Prefecture, offers exceptional panoramic views from its elevated position. The property is a single-story wooden structure with a zinc-galvanized steel plate roof, built in January 1987 (Showa 62). With a total floor area of 47.76 square meters, it features a cozy 1LDK layout, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a manageable second home immersed in nature.
The villa's facilities are detailed in the agent's notes. Electricity is supplied by Chubu Electric Power, water by the town's municipal water system, and gas by individual propane tanks. For wastewater, the property uses a natural seepage pit for greywater and a simple flush system with pump-out for sewage.
Situated on a 517 square meter land plot with a leasehold right, the property is on a hilltop, ensuring outstanding views from the deck and living room where you can enjoy the changing colors of the seasons and the mountain ridgelines. The overall condition of the building is good, presenting a cute and charming impression. Please note that gas appliances such as the water heater and stove will require installation or replacement. A car parking space is available facing the road.
The area of Nagawa Town is located almost in the center of Nagano Prefecture. The Scholar Village vacation home area is conveniently accessible, approximately 25 minutes by car from the Saku-Minami IC on the Chuo Jukan Expressway and about 50 minutes from the Okaya IC on the Nagano Expressway. Within a 10-minute drive, you can find the town hall, hot spring facilities, supermarkets, convenience stores, home centers, and a general hospital. The town actively supports the managed vacation home area with services like an on-demand bus with smartphone booking and school shuttle micro-buses, making it a welcoming and practical choice even for those new to countryside living.
