Ishigaki Island's Yamabare Cottage Residence in Kabira
This unique property in the Yamabare district of Ishigaki's renowned Kabira area offers a rare combination of residential comfort and potential business opportunity. The main residence is a two-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure, featuring a 3LDK layout. A key highlight is the versatile free room on the first floor, a converted former warehouse measuring approximately 17.7 tatami mats. The main house also includes additional small rooms such as a linen room and stock room.
Separately, a charming cottage annex provides approximately 30 sqm of space, divided into a dining area of about 5.4 tatami mats and two bedrooms each around 5.3 tatami mats. The total combined floor area of the main residence and the attached cottage building is 227.36 sqm. The property sits on a generous 604 sqm plot (approx. 182.7 tsubo) and includes parking for five vehicles. The professionally equipped, large kitchen in the main residence, complete with commercial-grade appliances, gas stove, and oven, opens intriguing possibilities. The spacious living area and terrace on the second floor could potentially be used to operate a cafe.
The area of Kabira is famous for its stunning bay, Kabira Bay, a protected scenic spot known for its crystal-clear emerald waters and black pearl cultivation. The bay is so picturesque that it has been designated a Place of Scenic Beauty by the Japanese government and is often featured as a quintessential image of Okinawa's tropical beauty. This property offers a lifestyle immersed in one of Ishigaki's most iconic and tranquil settings.