Mountain Cabin in Grand Nature of Yatsugatake
Entire cottage in Hokuto, Japan
- 4 guests
- 1 bedroom
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars.10 reviews
Hosted by SANU 2nd Home
- Superhost
- 2 years hosting
Listing highlights
Self check-in
Check yourself in with the smartlock.
Mountain view
Soak up the view during your stay.
Park for free
This is one of the few places in the area with free parking.
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About a 20-minute drive from Kobuchizawa Station. A second home nestled in the highland area of Yatsugatake. If you drive a little further, you can see Yatsugatake, the Southern Alps, Mt. Fuji, and the majestic mountains.
Enjoy a moment to take in the nature of the highlands with all five senses in a private, rented space.
- What is SANU 2nd Home?
It's a second home where you can take a little break from your busy city life,
It is a second home where you can feel nature with all five senses and live life on your own terms.
Spend time reading, thinking, gathering around a campfire, and watching the starry sky.
The kitchen is equipped with basic condiments and cookware.
Bring seasonal ingredients purchased from local shops and gather around a table that everyone has made.
[Architecture close to the forest]
The architecture is inspired by a beehive.
Large windows that capture the natural landscape surround the space. It is a raised floor design that uses 100% domestic wood and reduces the load on the soil.
[Pick herbs and bring them to the table]
You are free to pick the herbs that grow in the on-site Edible Garden.
[Time to gather around the campfire and talk]
You can enjoy a campfire surrounded by nature.
*Campfires are not allowed during the winter season (December 1st - April 30th).
The space
■ Rooms and layout ■
Take off your shoes at the entrance and step up to a spacious studio with a 4 meter-high ceiling.
The dining kitchen, workspace, and bed area are gently separated by curved wood, and outside the window is a spacious 13 m² terrace.
The forest scenery framed by the large windows is like a painting.Yoga on the terrace and breakfast are also recommended.
- 50m² indoors + 13m² terrace (one private building, one room)
- Sofa, dining table
■ Bedding and Capacity ■
2 full sized beds (approx. 120 x 195 cm)
* There is no extra bedding.Recommended for up to 2 adults or 2 adults + 2 children under elementary school age.
■ Bonfire ■
- Original fire pit - With chairs - Lighter - Fire tongs
- Firewood is available for a fee (3 bundles of kindling wood/3 bundles of firewood).You can bring it in.
*Campfires are allowed until 10 pm.Please only use the designated campfire area
※ Campfires are not allowed during the winter season (December 1st - April 30th)
■Kitchen■
- Three burner IH cooking heater
- Oven range
- Fridge
- Rice cooker
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
- Coffee Mill
- Cooking utensils: knives, cutting board, pots, pans, bowls, colanders, etc.
- 11 basic condiments: sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, sea salt, mirin, sake, sesame oil, olive oil, salad oil, pepper, and rock salt
- Dishes, cutlery, glasses: Provided for the number of guests (there are also dishes for children)
- Wine cellar: A bottle from a local winery at the perfect temperature
■Bath/Toilet■
- Bathroom with a bathtub
- Shampoo/Conditioner/Body soap: OSAJI
- Toilet (with warm water washing toilet seat)
- Wash basin, hair dryer
- Bath towels, face towels
■ Appliances and air conditioning ■
- Pellet stove
- Air conditioner (cool/heat/dry)
- Bluetooth Speaker
- + Projector
- Washer/dryer (shared within the facility, free of charge)
■ WiFi and work environment ■
- WiFi is available in all rooms
・ With a workspace facing the window.Even for a workation on weekdays
■ For guests with children ■
- Children's tableware is provided
・ There are stairs at the entrance because it is a raised floor type.Please be careful where you step if you have small children.
・ No cribs, bed guards, etc. are available for rent.Please bring what you need
■ What to bring ■
Toothbrush, roomwear (pajamas), skin care products (lotion, emulsion, cleanser, etc.)
* To reduce our environmental impact, we do not provide disposable amenities.Thank you for your cooperation
■ Paid equipment ■ (Automatic payment will be made after check-out)
- Seasonal dish (e.g. curry, pizza, etc.)
- Coffee beans (for 2 cups) x 4
- 3 natural wines
- 3 pieces of firewood
- 3 pieces of firewood
■Check in:/Check out:■
- Check-in from 15:00 / Check-out by 11:00
・ Smart check-in (no need to go to the front desk): After registering for your SANU 2nd Home account using the URL sent to you via chat, you can check in and unlock the door on the web app.Please be sure to register in advance
■Parking■
- Free parking available (1 vehicle per building, right next to the building)
・ Please use stud-less tires or chains in winter
■Access■
・By car: About 15 minutes from Nagasaka IC on the Chuo Expressway / About 2 hours and 5 minutes from Shinjuku
- Train: JR Shinjuku Station → Kobuchizawa Station (Azusa Express, about 130 minutes) → About 20 minutes by taxi or rental car
- Train (via Kofu): JR Shinjuku Station → Kofu Station (Limited Express Azusa, about 85 minutes) → About 45 minutes by rental car or taxi
■Neighborhood information■
・Supermarkets and other markets:
Himawari Market (9 minute drive), Montara (20 minute drive)
- Restaurants:
Terroir Ai to Udekara (14 minute drive), Blowin in the Wind (21 minute drive), Kojishita (9 minute drive)
- Bakery:
Backhaus inno (14 minute drive), Compredo (9 minute drive)
· Wine shop:
Wine Shop Soif (16 minutes by car)
■For eating■
- Dinner and breakfast are not available.Enjoy buying fresh local ingredients and cooking in the kitchen.
Guest access
- You can rent the entire cabin (indoors, terrace, and the campfire area in front of the room)
- The washer and dryer, garbage station, and Edible Garden within the facility are shared.Please refrain from entering other guest rooms.
Other things to note
■House Rules■
SANU 2nd Home is able to operate because each guest treats it as if it were their own home.Please be sure to observe the following.
・ Please wash and dry the dishes and stow them appropriately.
- Bonfires and BBQs are allowed until 10 pm.Please be quiet after 22: 00
- Bonfires and fireworks are only allowed in the designated bonfire area (the building is made of wood)
・All rooms are non-smoking (including electronic and heated cigarettes).Smoking is allowed on the terrace or in the designated area
・ Please sort your garbage and put it in the garbage area before checking out.
* If the house rules are not followed and additional cleaning or compensation is required, a compensation fee of 5,500 yen (tax included) will be automatically charged.
■ About the room for consecutive night stays ■
Depending on availability, we may not be able to provide the same room even for consecutive nights.If you need to move to another room, the room will not be available during cleaning hours (11:00-15:00).If there is a change of location, we will contact you as soon as possible after your booking is confirmed.
■ About the natural environment and winter ■
※ Because it is a high-altitude area, it gets cold in the morning and evening even in summer.We recommend bringing a jacket that you can wear.
※ There is snow and frozen roads in the winter.Please prepare studless tires or chains (4WD recommended for safety).
* Please use the provided shovel, etc. to remove snow from the stairs, deck, and parking lot.
※ To prevent water pipes from freezing, please keep the bathtub filled with water and do not turn off the hot water heater using the remote control.
*Because it is a facility located in a natural environment, you may encounter insects and wild animals.Insect repellants are available indoors.
■ About the steps ■
* As it is a raised floor building, there are stairs to the entrance.There is no step-free access.
Registration Details
Hotels and Inns Business Act | 山梨県 | 山梨県指令中北福第2766号
Enjoy a moment to take in the nature of the highlands with all five senses in a private, rented space.
- What is SANU 2nd Home?
It's a second home where you can take a little break from your busy city life,
It is a second home where you can feel nature with all five senses and live life on your own terms.
Spend time reading, thinking, gathering around a campfire, and watching the starry sky.
The kitchen is equipped with basic condiments and cookware.
Bring seasonal ingredients purchased from local shops and gather around a table that everyone has made.
[Architecture close to the forest]
The architecture is inspired by a beehive.
Large windows that capture the natural landscape surround the space. It is a raised floor design that uses 100% domestic wood and reduces the load on the soil.
[Pick herbs and bring them to the table]
You are free to pick the herbs that grow in the on-site Edible Garden.
[Time to gather around the campfire and talk]
You can enjoy a campfire surrounded by nature.
*Campfires are not allowed during the winter season (December 1st - April 30th).
The space
■ Rooms and layout ■
Take off your shoes at the entrance and step up to a spacious studio with a 4 meter-high ceiling.
The dining kitchen, workspace, and bed area are gently separated by curved wood, and outside the window is a spacious 13 m² terrace.
The forest scenery framed by the large windows is like a painting.Yoga on the terrace and breakfast are also recommended.
- 50m² indoors + 13m² terrace (one private building, one room)
- Sofa, dining table
■ Bedding and Capacity ■
2 full sized beds (approx. 120 x 195 cm)
* There is no extra bedding.Recommended for up to 2 adults or 2 adults + 2 children under elementary school age.
■ Bonfire ■
- Original fire pit - With chairs - Lighter - Fire tongs
- Firewood is available for a fee (3 bundles of kindling wood/3 bundles of firewood).You can bring it in.
*Campfires are allowed until 10 pm.Please only use the designated campfire area
※ Campfires are not allowed during the winter season (December 1st - April 30th)
■Kitchen■
- Three burner IH cooking heater
- Oven range
- Fridge
- Rice cooker
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
- Coffee Mill
- Cooking utensils: knives, cutting board, pots, pans, bowls, colanders, etc.
- 11 basic condiments: sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, sea salt, mirin, sake, sesame oil, olive oil, salad oil, pepper, and rock salt
- Dishes, cutlery, glasses: Provided for the number of guests (there are also dishes for children)
- Wine cellar: A bottle from a local winery at the perfect temperature
■Bath/Toilet■
- Bathroom with a bathtub
- Shampoo/Conditioner/Body soap: OSAJI
- Toilet (with warm water washing toilet seat)
- Wash basin, hair dryer
- Bath towels, face towels
■ Appliances and air conditioning ■
- Pellet stove
- Air conditioner (cool/heat/dry)
- Bluetooth Speaker
- + Projector
- Washer/dryer (shared within the facility, free of charge)
■ WiFi and work environment ■
- WiFi is available in all rooms
・ With a workspace facing the window.Even for a workation on weekdays
■ For guests with children ■
- Children's tableware is provided
・ There are stairs at the entrance because it is a raised floor type.Please be careful where you step if you have small children.
・ No cribs, bed guards, etc. are available for rent.Please bring what you need
■ What to bring ■
Toothbrush, roomwear (pajamas), skin care products (lotion, emulsion, cleanser, etc.)
* To reduce our environmental impact, we do not provide disposable amenities.Thank you for your cooperation
■ Paid equipment ■ (Automatic payment will be made after check-out)
- Seasonal dish (e.g. curry, pizza, etc.)
- Coffee beans (for 2 cups) x 4
- 3 natural wines
- 3 pieces of firewood
- 3 pieces of firewood
■Check in:/Check out:■
- Check-in from 15:00 / Check-out by 11:00
・ Smart check-in (no need to go to the front desk): After registering for your SANU 2nd Home account using the URL sent to you via chat, you can check in and unlock the door on the web app.Please be sure to register in advance
■Parking■
- Free parking available (1 vehicle per building, right next to the building)
・ Please use stud-less tires or chains in winter
■Access■
・By car: About 15 minutes from Nagasaka IC on the Chuo Expressway / About 2 hours and 5 minutes from Shinjuku
- Train: JR Shinjuku Station → Kobuchizawa Station (Azusa Express, about 130 minutes) → About 20 minutes by taxi or rental car
- Train (via Kofu): JR Shinjuku Station → Kofu Station (Limited Express Azusa, about 85 minutes) → About 45 minutes by rental car or taxi
■Neighborhood information■
・Supermarkets and other markets:
Himawari Market (9 minute drive), Montara (20 minute drive)
- Restaurants:
Terroir Ai to Udekara (14 minute drive), Blowin in the Wind (21 minute drive), Kojishita (9 minute drive)
- Bakery:
Backhaus inno (14 minute drive), Compredo (9 minute drive)
· Wine shop:
Wine Shop Soif (16 minutes by car)
■For eating■
- Dinner and breakfast are not available.Enjoy buying fresh local ingredients and cooking in the kitchen.
Guest access
- You can rent the entire cabin (indoors, terrace, and the campfire area in front of the room)
- The washer and dryer, garbage station, and Edible Garden within the facility are shared.Please refrain from entering other guest rooms.
Other things to note
■House Rules■
SANU 2nd Home is able to operate because each guest treats it as if it were their own home.Please be sure to observe the following.
・ Please wash and dry the dishes and stow them appropriately.
- Bonfires and BBQs are allowed until 10 pm.Please be quiet after 22: 00
- Bonfires and fireworks are only allowed in the designated bonfire area (the building is made of wood)
・All rooms are non-smoking (including electronic and heated cigarettes).Smoking is allowed on the terrace or in the designated area
・ Please sort your garbage and put it in the garbage area before checking out.
* If the house rules are not followed and additional cleaning or compensation is required, a compensation fee of 5,500 yen (tax included) will be automatically charged.
■ About the room for consecutive night stays ■
Depending on availability, we may not be able to provide the same room even for consecutive nights.If you need to move to another room, the room will not be available during cleaning hours (11:00-15:00).If there is a change of location, we will contact you as soon as possible after your booking is confirmed.
■ About the natural environment and winter ■
※ Because it is a high-altitude area, it gets cold in the morning and evening even in summer.We recommend bringing a jacket that you can wear.
※ There is snow and frozen roads in the winter.Please prepare studless tires or chains (4WD recommended for safety).
* Please use the provided shovel, etc. to remove snow from the stairs, deck, and parking lot.
※ To prevent water pipes from freezing, please keep the bathtub filled with water and do not turn off the hot water heater using the remote control.
*Because it is a facility located in a natural environment, you may encounter insects and wild animals.Insect repellants are available indoors.
■ About the steps ■
* As it is a raised floor building, there are stairs to the entrance.There is no step-free access.
Registration Details
Hotels and Inns Business Act | 山梨県 | 山梨県指令中北福第2766号
Where you’ll sleep
What this place offers
Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises – 2 spaces
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
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4.9 out of 5 stars from 10 reviews
Overall rating
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- 4 stars, 10% of reviews
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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for value
Where you’ll be
Hokuto, Yamanashi, Japan
Himawari Market (5.1km/8 mins by car)
Toryu no Taki/Kawamata River Valley (8.5km/14 mins by car)
Qingquanliao (10.1km/15 mins by car)
Toryu no Taki/Kawamata River Valley (8.5km/14 mins by car)
Qingquanliao (10.1km/15 mins by car)
Meet your host
Speaks English and Japanese
Lives in Tokyo, Japan
SANU2nd Home is “Live with nature. /Living with nature. "It is a shared villa service that proposes a lifestyle between the city and nature with the theme of lightly.We have a second home in a natural and rich location that is easy to access from the capital.
Minimalist architectural spaces with minimal damage to the natural environment, featuring a dining kitchen and workspace with cooking utensils and basic condiments, as well as a bath and terrace, so you can live comfortably in nature.
Our support team is available 24 hours a day in case of an emergency, so you can stay with peace of mind.
SANU 2nd Home is a Superhost
Host details
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Responds within an hour
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