House in Shiga

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Water-source village! Would you like a new romance in a settlement where clear spring water wells up? Crystal-clear water source! Starry night sky, pure air, blessed nature. Yonehara water-source village. The abundant water nourishing the region is a major charm of Yonehara! In this settlement, a spring called "Tenjin's Water" wells up constantly and never ceases. At the spring, small fish called Hariyos (found only in clear water) swim pleasantly, creating an intimate, crystalline, quiet, sacred atmosphere. "When there's a Tenjin festival, we'd cool watermelon and juice in this pond. Summer is so refreshingly cold, it feels wonderful! The water temperature stays nearly constant year-round," said the nostalgic owner. The spring water that flows from here nourishes not only rice fields and farms but is woven into daily life in many ways, a truly luxurious environment! In autumn, it's beautiful as leaves drift slowly downstream. "The greatest charm of living here is undoubtedly the perfect starry sky! At night it's quiet and dark, so I saw shooting stars from the garden all the time. It's a special feeling you can't experience in cities or residential areas! Fireflies dance in the nearby creek, the air is clean, nature is just abundantly rich," the owner said happily. Though surrounded by mountains, the valley has a wide open sky with a pleasant view. / The settlement is a maze of narrow alleys with water-sounds flowing from everywhere. With spring approaching, plum blossoms opening, colorful wildflowers blooming in gardens, walks are delightful! "Even though it's the countryside, there's no red tape. Everyone really looks after you," the owner affirmed! Neighbors would call "It's raining, bring in the laundry!" or ask for help picking up children. Life was built with neighborly support. The community-wide trust is heartwarming. / Bright sunny main house and garden with vegetable patch. The south-facing main house is flooded with sun! The eaves and garden stay warm, so laundry and futon can be dried abundantly during the day, wonderful. An adjacent well-lit vegetable field is perfect for home gardening enthusiasts. The 1st-floor layout is a田の字 (field-shaped) plan, neither too large nor small, functionally ideal. A spacious entry vestibule with ample storage! From the south-facing veranda you can gaze at the garden, so restful. Dining kitchen, bath, toilet corridors have wood flooring; the living flow is compact and efficient. All water facilities are modernized, so bath and toilet are comfortable. Two Western-style toilets sit side-by-side, accessible from outside and inside via the corridor, very flexible for daily use. From the entry, climb a somewhat steep staircase to the 2nd floor. Bright warm sunlight; two spacious 6-tatami Japanese rooms where you can relax freely. A small study room and excellent storage closet on the north side, very functional. / Despite being in a nature-blessed environment, it's within walking distance of the nearest station, about 15 minutes walk, very convenient for commuting and school. Elementary school is nearby; children walk there, taking detours past streams and open fields. "Despite being so close, they'd dawdle and rarely came home on time!" laughed the owner who raised kids in this house. For child-raising families, the discovery-filled school route makes daily memories! / Garden and field: Adjacent field is a good size with excellent sun exposure! Garden plants are pruned by a gardener. / Features: [Water/sewage connected] Bathroom, toilet, kitchen all connected to municipal water and sewage, no major renovation needed. [Excellent sunlight] Tatami rooms, eaves, 2nd floor are bright and warm with sun during the day. Wide garden means abundant laundry/futon drying. [Easy garbage] Only one collection point in the settlement, nearby, very convenient! Regular and bulky waste, no burden! [Two Western toilets!] Easy access from outside and inside, very convenient! Two toilets perfect for large families. / Surrounding area: Nearby are the spring source "Tenjin's Water" and the historic temple "Rinzōbō", nature-rich. At the settlement entrance, wide road; even on snowy days, snow removal is done early morning for safety. Excellent sunlight!