Charming Single-Story House with Irori and Engawa in Saku, Nagano
This unique property offers a rare opportunity to own a traditional-style single-story home in the quiet residential area of Naruse, Saku City, Nagano Prefecture. Built in June 1974, the wooden house sits on a large, well-shaped plot of 617 sqm (approximately 186.64 tsubo) with excellent sunlight. The property features a distinctive and charming traditional Japanese irori (sunken hearth) and an engawa (veranda), perfect for enjoying relaxed, slow-paced moments. The garden is already established with decorative garden stones and plantings, adding to the serene atmosphere and offering potential for gardening, home vegetable cultivation, or barbecues. The property is also suitable as a second home.
The house itself has a total floor area of 44.71 sqm (approximately 13.52 tsubo) with a 2DK layout. The living space includes a 9.2-tatami mat DK (dining-kitchen) and two 4.5-tatami mat Japanese-style rooms. One of the Japanese rooms features the irori, while the other can be converted into a sunken kotatsu style. The property includes a kitchen, bathroom with a window, and a toilet where a warm-water washing toilet seat can be installed. Please note, there is water leakage in the toilet's water storage tank, and the toilet bowl requires replacement. The washstand area also accommodates a washing machine, which can be connected to hot water. The house is equipped with a propane gas system, electricity, tap water, and a septic tank. Other features include a re-heating function for bath water, storage in all rooms, a bay window, lighting fixtures, and a dimple key system.
Special notes from the agent indicate this is a registered Akiya Bank property located in a quiet residential neighborhood on a corner lot. The adjacent building is more than 2 meters away. There is some deterioration due to age and normal use on the interior doors, tatami mats, and toilet fixtures. The price has been revised downward. Viewings are available by prior appointment via phone or email.
The area of Saku in Nagano is known for its beautiful highland scenery and fresh produce. An interesting local fact is that Saku is famous for its high-quality buckwheat, which is used to make some of Japan's finest soba noodles. For recreation and tourism, the property is conveniently located approximately 4.9km from Nozomi Sunpia Saku Onsen, a popular hot spring facility where residents can relax and enjoy the therapeutic waters.
