Tokyu Resort Town Tateshina 8C Building: A Loft-Style Retreat in Nagano's Highlands
This unique 1LDK+loft apartment is located within the expansive Tokyu Resort Town Tateshina, a premier resort community in the highlands of Nagano Prefecture. The property, situated on the second floor of a two-story building, offers a rare combination of convenience and serene, natural living. A key feature is the flat, barrier-free access from the dedicated parking area directly to the apartment's entrance. The south-facing living area is bathed in natural light that streams in not only from standard windows but also from high clerestory windows, creating dappled sunlight and an open, airy atmosphere. The included loft space adds valuable extra square footage and enhances the sense of volume.
Critical agent notes provide essential financial and practical details. The property is powered by Chubu Electric Power. Specific area measurements include a meter box area of 0.84 sqm (0.25 tsubo) and a loft area of 8.12 sqm (2.45 tsubo). For those using it as a vacation home under personal ownership, the annual municipal and prefectural inhabitant tax is 4,500 yen. Several one-time and ongoing costs are detailed: a security deposit (balance settlement upon contract) of 477,000 yen (non-taxable); a separate name change fee of 55,000 yen (tax included); and a stamp duty of 400 yen at purchase (note: for land and detached houses with two or more plots, 400 yen is required per plot). Furthermore, a leasehold renewal administrative fee of 110,000 yen (tax included) will be separately required when the leasehold term is updated. Utility costs for gas and electricity are also separate.
The resort itself functions as a self-contained village. Residents have access to a wide array of on-site facilities, including the "Shikayama no Yu" hot spring bathhouse with indoor and outdoor baths, an indoor heated pool, the Tateshina Tokyu Golf Course (18-hole membership), tennis courts, and the Tateshina Tokyu Ski Field. The town center offers amenities like a general store (EMMA’s food & GROCERY), several member-only resort hotels, a dog run, and seasonal dining at Glamorous Dining Tateshina. It's important to note that most facility use requires separate fees. The building underwent major renovation in August 2020, with the next planned for 2034, at an estimated cost of approximately 3.3 million yen for this unit.
The surrounding area of Tateshina and the Yatsugatake highlands is renowned for its pristine natural beauty, cool summer climate, and stunning mountain vistas. An interesting local fact is that Lake Tateshina, a beautiful crater lake, is considered one of the clearest lakes in Japan. The region is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts year-round. The closest major landmark and tourist attraction is the majestic Yatsugatake Mountain Range, a popular destination for hiking, climbing, and enjoying panoramic alpine scenery.
