Villa in Karuizawa's Prestigious Old Karuizawa Club
Nestled on a high plateau within the exclusive Old Karuizawa Club villa area, this 2LDK detached house offers a serene retreat surrounded by deep greenery and expansive views. The property seamlessly blends with its natural environment, providing a perfect fusion of forest and sky. Built in December 2006, this single-story wooden structure features a unique skip-floor living, dining, and kitchen (LDK) area, creating a dynamic and open interior space. The living area is equipped with a cozy wood-burning stove, while air conditioning is installed in both Western-style rooms for year-round comfort.
Key property features include a counter kitchen, an inner balcony offering views towards the Old Karuizawa Ginza area, and a bathroom with a scenic outlook. The villa is equipped with electricity supplied by Chubu Electric Power Co., LP gas via an individual tank system, and a private water supply. Hot water is provided by a kerosene system, and wastewater is managed by a centralized purification tank. The property includes parking space for three vehicles.
As translated from the agent's notes, the utilities are detailed as follows: Equipment/Facilities: Chubu Electric Power Co. Special Notes/Remarks: Water usage excess charge / 385 yen (per 1m3, tax included) ● Sewerage usage excess charge / 385 yen (per 1m3, tax included). The property also incurs annual management fees of 298,320 yen (tax included), which breaks down to a monthly equivalent of 31,790 yen. This covers basic water and sewerage usage (up to 10m3 per month) and a water meter usage fee, billed every six months. Costs for excess water and sewerage usage beyond the included amount are charged at the rate noted above.
The area of Karuizawa is renowned as a premier mountain resort, long favored by artists, writers, and the international community as a summer escape. An interesting historical fact is that Karuizawa served as the location for the Imperial family's summer villa during the Meiji era, cementing its status as a prestigious retreat. The property is conveniently located approximately an 11-minute drive (about 4.6 km) from the popular Old Karuizawa Ginza shopping street and an 8-minute drive (about 3.3 km) from Kose Onsen Hotel. The closest major landmark is the majestic Mount Asama, an active volcano and one of Japan's most famous peaks, which dominates the skyline and offers spectacular hiking and scenic vistas.
