A Designer Home with Abundant Windows in Kobe's Quiet Residential Area
This distinctive designer home, located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Maikozaka, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, is characterized by its thoughtful placement of windows throughout, creating a bright and open living environment. The property features a spacious and charming garden, offering a sense of openness and relaxation.
The property is equipped with a system kitchen that integrates storage and is easy to clean and maintain. It also includes a counter kitchen, allowing for easy communication with family and supervision of children while cooking. The home is fitted with an IH cooktop, a gas cooktop, a bath with reheating function, a bathroom dryer, a washbasin with shower, and a washlet toilet. Indoor features include a walk-in closet, storage in all rooms, a TV monitor-equipped doorphone, and underfloor heating. Key characteristics of the property are that it is all-electric, barrier-free, south-facing, and comes with a parking lot. Other equipment includes public water supply, city gas, a balcony, flooring throughout, two or more toilets, a void space, and excellent views.
The property is currently vacant and available for viewing. It is situated approximately a 9-minute bus ride from JR Sanyo Main Line Maiko Station, followed by a 6-minute walk from the Maikozaka 1-chome bus stop. The area is served by public water and city gas. The house has a total floor area of 167.15 square meters on a 266.00 square meter (public record) plot of land. It is a two-story wooden structure built in March 1991 (36 years old). The layout is 3SLDK, and it includes a free garage that can accommodate two vehicles, though there are vehicle type restrictions. The property faces south on a 3.6-meter public road with a frontage of 11.5 meters. It is located within an urbanization promotion area, zoned as a Category I Low-Rise Exclusive Residential District.
The surrounding area of Maiko in Kobe offers a blend of residential calm and notable attractions. A fascinating local fact is that the nearby Maiko Park is part of the scenic setting for the iconic Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, the world's longest central span suspension bridge. The closest major landmark is the Maiko Promenade, a scenic walkway under the bridge offering stunning views of the Seto Inland Sea, a popular spot for tourists and photographers alike.
