Spacious Traditional Estate with All-Electric Amenities in Awara, Fukui
This distinctive property presents a rare opportunity to own a substantial traditional estate in Awara City, Fukui Prefecture. The home features an all-electric specification, enhancing safety by eliminating gas usage for cooking and hot water, thereby reducing fire risk. Notable construction details include the use of "Keyaki" (Japanese Zelkova) wood for the main pillars and "Hinoki" (Japanese Cypress) in the separate guest house, reflecting a commitment to quality materials.
The property sits on an expansive plot of approximately 300 tsubo (about 992.29 sqm), with a building area exceeding 100 tsubo (about 348.08 sqm). The layout is a generous 9SLDK, comprising ten rooms in total. The largest space is the combined Living-Dining-Kitchen area on the first floor, measuring 13.5 jo. The home includes multiple Western-style and Japanese-style rooms across two floors. Key equipment includes a system kitchen, IH cooktop, bath with reheating function and dryer, shower-equipped vanity, and a washlet toilet seat. Additional features are walk-in closets, storage in all rooms, a TV monitor intercom, and underfloor heating. The property is also described as barrier-free and south-facing.
Renovation history is significant: in 2014, the roof tiles were replaced, and the toilet, bathroom, vanity, and kitchen were updated to all-electric specifications, with first-floor tatami rooms changed to flooring. In 2023, the wallpaper was replaced. The property includes parking for six vehicles and features a dedicated barbecue area. The current status is occupied, and viewings are possible.
The location in Awara City offers convenient access to daily amenities, with a FamilyMart convenience store within an 8-minute walk (600m). The area is renowned for its hot spring culture, being part of the Awara Onsen district, one of Fukui's most famous hot spring resorts. A major nearby tourist attraction is Awara Onsen itself, a historic hot spring town where visitors can enjoy traditional ryokan stays and relax in the therapeutic waters, providing a quintessential Japanese cultural experience just a short distance from this serene property.
