LATITUDE 42

1 customer review

US $589

Lower Hirafu – Chalet
4 Bedrooms

Latitude 42 is a spacious luxury chalet inspired by Niseko’s distance north of the equator.

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Description

Latitude 42 blends the cosy comfort of European ski resort living with a Japanese setting and the warmth of abundant use of local timbers. Apart from its substantial size at near 200 square metres, this property is distinguished by its emphasis on craftsmanship with creative use of laminated beams and posts and quality joinery.

Sleeps: 9 guests (11 max)
Size: 198m² (floorplan)
Built: 2008

Latitude 42
Overview

Standalone chalet
Mt Yotei views
Village views

Family friendly
Classic alpine chalet
Gas fireplace

Walk to restaurants / bars
On free village shuttle route
Welcome centre transfers

Latitude 42 refers to Niseko’s latitude north of the equator. Surrounded by piles of the fluffy stuffy this ski town is so famous for, this sturdy chalet is a West Canada Homes built property and features their trademark quality and use of timber finishes.

The predominant timber used in Latitude 42 is karamatsu, a native Japanese larch common in plantations in Hokkaido. A stand-out feature is the exposed laminated beams and posts used as decorative wall finishes above the stone fireplace and in bedrooms. Other timbers used include alder for doors and maple for floors. These design features give the chalet the cosy feel of the quintessential mountainside lodge.

Entrance to the chalet is through a traditional Japanese “genkan” room, from which the dry room can be accessed to despatch with wet snow gear before entering the house proper. Latitude 42 has a sizeable kitchen fully fitted with quality appliances and an island bench providing extra workspace and counter eating options. The kitchen continues through to the dining and lounge area with its soaring ceilings and welcoming stone fireplace. The entertainment system with a large flat-screen TV, Netflix and high-speed internet ensure snug and enjoyable nights in.

Latitude 42
Features

SAFETY / HYGIENE
  • Standalone property
  • Self-catering property
  • Private entrance
  • Alcohol hand sanitiser
  • Personal face masks
  • Smoke detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • In-house laundry
  • Professional cleaning service
COMFORT / CONVENIENCE
  • Centralised heating
  • Gas fireplace
  • Balcony
  • Ski storage
  • Drying room
  • Washer / dryer
  • Iron / board
  • Daily rubbish collection
  • Mid-clean / linen change every 8 nights
INTERNET / ENTERTAINMENT
  • High-speed WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Netflix
KITCHEN / DINING
  • Full kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Breakfast bar
  • Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee / tea / milk / sugar on arrival
  • Cutlery / plates
  • Cooking utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishwashing powder
  • Dishwashing detergent
  • Highchair (see “Extras” below)
BEDROOMS
  • Western bedding
  • Linen
  • Cot (see “Extras” below)
BATHROOMS
  • Rain shower
  • Bath tub
  • Japanese washlet toilet
  • Towels
  • Shower products
  • Hair dryer

Latitude 42
Rooms

BEDROOM 1

The master bedroom is the only bedroom on the lower floor, connecting onto the kitchen and living space and also to its own en suite bathroom. There is seating with two chairs and a small table. Bedding can be between either a king double bed, or two single beds. Gorgeous wood panels set a warm, cozy alpine atmosphere. The bathroom has a separate toilet with two entrances – one to the living area and one to the en suite bedroom of the master suite.

2 guests
1 king or 2 singles
En suite with bath

BEDROOM 2

The second bedroom is located upstairs. The room sleeps up to two guests and has an en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub. A separate toilet opens both into the en suite bathroom, and into the landing area on the second floor. Bedding can be arranged as either a king double bed, or as two single beds. There is ample storage and windows looking out onto Hirafu Village.

2 guests
1 king or 2 singles
En suite with bath

BEDROOM 3

Also located upstairs, the third bedroom has three single beds sharing two bedside tables between them. Two of these can be pushed together to make a king double bed, based on your preference. There is a sizeable closet and windows on two sides of the building. The master bedroom is next door and the nearest bathroom is the toilet that opens up onto the landing.

3 guests
1 king and 1 single, or 3 singles

BEDROOM 4

The fourth bedroom is also on the second level, and features either one king double bed or two single beds – arrangements can be made according to your needs. The room connects to a bathroom with shower and toilet, making it the third en suite in the house. Just outside is the landing looking over the expansive living room with feature windows facing Mt Yotei. A private balcony is connected to this room.

2 guests
1 king or 2 singles
En suite with shower

Latitude 42
Location

SETTING / ATMOSPHERE

Latitude 42 is located in Lower Hirafu Village and enjoys stunning views of Mt Yotei. Just around the corner are a host of secret entertainment spots, but on the whole the lower village is a quieter, more secluded part of town.

LIFTS / TRANSPORT

Latitude 42’s Lower Village location puts it within reasonable walking distance of the ski lifts. If you’re not up to the 10-minute uphill stroll, a shuttle bus stop nearby makes for a low maintenance option.

RESTAURANTS / BARS

The chalet is fortunate to be within easy walking distance of several excellent restaurants and a few little bars in the lower village. A walk up through Middle Hirafu Village opens your options up to a dozen more, and up into the Upper Village and you blow out to dozens of options.

Need to Know

EXTRAS

  • Extra futon: ¥5,000 pp / night
  • Baby cot / highchair / stair gate set: ¥5,000 / stay
  • Baby bath tub: ¥2,500 / stay

STAY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum nights:
    Peak: 5 (Dec 19-Jan 3 / Feb 6-20)
    Shoulder: 4 (Nov 21-Dec 18 / Jan 4-Feb 5 / Feb 21-Mar 14)
    Low: 3 (up to Nov 20 / from Mar 15)
  • Check-in time: 3pm – 8pm
  • Check-out time: 10am

PAYMENT DETAILS

  • We offer the best rates online
  • Rates include government tax and services (some other websites add this at the end)
  • Rates quoted in Yen (JPY)
  • 20% deposit due at booking
  • 80% balance due 60 days before arrival
  • Pay by credit card / PayPal / bank transfer
  • See our full terms and conditions

Please note all information provided is representative and subject to change. If there are features or services that are imperative to your stay, please contact us before booking.

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    Sara

    This chalet reminds me of a Canadian style wood cabin with high ceilings and fireplace. Awesome location with easy access to restaurants, Izakayas and the lifts are not far if you are travelling by car or the convenient shuttle service.

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