Spacious 3LDK Vacation Home in Karuizawa's "Shin Karamatsu no Mori"
This detached vacation home, located in the sought-after Karuizawa Sen-gataki resort area within the "Shin Karamatsu no Mori" subdivision, offers a bright and spacious 3LDK layout perfect for getaways or extended stays. A key feature is the built-in garage, which is included in the total floor area calculation. The property's electricity is supplied by Chubu Electric Power Co., Ltd. (中部電力(株)).
The home is designed for comfort and entertaining. All rooms feature windows facing southwest, ensuring excellent natural light throughout the day. The combined living, dining, and kitchen area boasts an impressive width of approximately 12.2 meters, creating a vast, open space for family gatherings. The total floor area of 169.11 square meters includes the built-in garage space of approximately 21.54 m². The property sits on a generous 1,275 m² plot of land.
Ownership comes with associated running costs. The monthly management fees total 20,372 yen, which covers shared facility maintenance, a basic water charge, water meter fees, and drainage facility usage. It is important to note that the basic water charge includes usage up to 35 m³. Any consumption exceeding 35 m³ will incur an additional charge of 40 yen (tax included) per cubic meter.
The Karuizawa area is renowned as a premier mountain resort, popular since the Meiji era for its cool summers, lush forests, and sophisticated atmosphere. An interesting local fact is that the area was first introduced to Western-style vacationing by a Canadian missionary in the late 19th century. The property is conveniently situated, with the closest major landmark being the scenic Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, a large outlet mall set against a beautiful natural backdrop, approximately a 15-minute drive away.