A Luxurious Villa in the Heart of Karuizawa
Nestled in the popular Hoshino area of Karuizawa, this exquisite villa offers a life of luxury in perfect harmony with nature. The property is a masterpiece of design, featuring a high-end interior where every material has been meticulously selected to create a supreme living space. The expansive 43.7-jo (approx. 71 sqm) living room features a soaring double-height ceiling and large windows that bathe the space in natural light and frame serene forest views, transforming everyday moments into something special.
The villa boasts a 4LDK+S layout, including a 10.4-jo kitchen with ample workspace and scenic views. There are two well-appointed bathrooms, one of which is an open-plan bath with large windows overlooking nature, allowing you to soak while enjoying the changing seasons. Two separate powder rooms add convenience. The property includes a separate guest house with its own 23.1-jo LDK space and kitchen, perfect for visitors, a hobby studio, or rental income. The home is equipped with a system kitchen, dishwasher, bathroom dryer, heated toilet seats, underfloor storage, walk-in closets, a pantry, and double-glazed windows throughout all rooms for energy efficiency. A spacious wooden deck and garden provide an open, private area for barbecues, reading, or stargazing.
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The location is a rare and cool area within Nakakaruizawa, just an 8-minute drive from Karuizawa Station, offering excellent access from Tokyo via Shinkansen or car. Parking includes a garage for one car and space for two more on the premises. The property sits on a generous 1,538.54 sqm plot with a total building area of 260.4 sqm. It was built in July 2004 and has undergone a comprehensive interior renovation completed in July 2025, which included updates to the kitchen, bathrooms, toilets, walls, floors, fittings, and windows.
The area surrounding Karuizawa is famed as a premier mountain resort, attracting visitors for its cool summers, beautiful nature, and high-end shopping. An interesting fact is that Karuizawa was chosen as the location for the first-ever Western-style resort villa in Japan, built in 1888 by a Canadian missionary, setting the stage for its future as an international retreat. The closest major landmark is the historic and scenic Kumano Shrine, a serene Shinto site nestled in the forest, known for its tranquil atmosphere and connection to the area's natural beauty.
