Winter Whale Lodge: A Licensed Minpaku in Kutchan

This property, known as Winter Whale Lodge, is a detached house located in Kutchan, Hokkaido, offering a licensed short-term rental operation. The property sits on a land area of 198.34 square meters (60 tsubo) with a total floor area of 175.54 square meters (52 tsubo). It is zoned as a Category 1 Residential Area.

The interior layout includes five bedrooms, two toilets, one bathroom, and one separate shower room. A single garage space is also provided. The property underwent recent renovations in 2024, which included updating the upstairs shower room, installing new washbasins, and fitting new toilets.

A notable feature is the existing Minpaku (private lodging) business license, which allows for immediate operation. The property generated rental income of 9.8 million Japanese yen during the 2024-2025 season, indicating a stable revenue history.

The location offers convenient access to daily amenities within a five-minute walk, including a 24-hour restaurant, a convenience store, a drugstore, and a supermarket. Kutchan JR Station is approximately a ten-minute walk away. Major ski resorts are also within a short drive: Hanazono Ski Resort is about ten minutes away by car, and Hirafu Ski Resort is approximately thirteen minutes away by car.

Built in 1980, the property has a floor area ratio of 200% and a building coverage ratio of 60%. It is connected to the municipal water supply and sewer system. The property is sold furnished and offers views of the surrounding mountains.