Historic Century-Old Farmhouse with Land in Wakayama's Fruit Kingdom
This substantial property, known as Katsura 29 Katsura Town Kasadanaka, is a traditional wooden house built nearly 100 years ago, offering a rare opportunity for a lifestyle deeply connected to nature. The main residence spans a generous 279.32 square meters over two stories, featuring a spacious 6SLDK layout ideal for a large family or multi-generational living. The property includes a private garden and parking space for two vehicles. Utilities include public water, public gas, and propane. The bathroom is for exclusive use, while the toilet is a dedicated pit toilet system.
Critical agent notes provide essential details. The property is noted as being built in the Showa 2 era (1927) and requires some repair. An existing housing condition survey is intended to be conducted. Importantly, the listing comes with additional land: a separate residential plot of 164.62 square meters, a 168-square-meter field, and a larger 1,059-square-meter field. Please note that registration with the Katsura Town Akiya Bank is required to proceed with this property. Local amenities include a post office 550m away and a home improvement store within 400m.
Located in Katsura Town in Wakayama Prefecture, the area is renowned as a "Fruit Kingdom," with a warm climate perfect for cultivating persimmons, peaches, grapes, and pears throughout the year. The town sits at the foot of the sacred Mount Koya and is home to several UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Koyasan Choishimichi pilgrimage route. A recent bypass opening has significantly improved access, cutting travel time to Wakayama and Izumi cities to approximately 30 minutes. A major nearby landmark is the revered Niu Toshogu Shrine, a beautifully decorated Shinto shrine with deep historical roots in the region.