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Family-friendly vacation rentals in Otsu

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  • 4.8 Average rating

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    Otsu's top spots, include Daigo-ji Temple, Kusatsu Station, and Jakko-in Temple

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A cozy living area features a leather sofa paired with contrasting accent pillows. A wooden coffee table sits in the center, adorned with decorative dishes. Stylish armchairs provide additional seating, while a chandelier and wall decor complete the warm atmosphere.
Home in Otsu
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews

14min Kyoto ST lake side house 京瑠璃

Kyoryu is a completely private accommodation limited to one group per day, renovated from a traditional Japanese house. It can accommodate up to 4 people in a 2LDK (65 ㎡) with 2 Japanese-style rooms and a living and dining room. It is perfect for family vacations and stays with friends, with a bathroom and kitchen with the latest equipment. The facility is conveniently located a 1-minute walk from Karasaki Shrine, one of the eight scenic spots of Lake Biwa, and a 10-minute walk from JR Karasaki Station. Kyoto Station is about 15 minutes by train, making it a convenient base for sightseeing in Kyoto. There are convenience stores and restaurants within walking distance, and you can enjoy local gourmet such as Omi beef yakiniku and Tsuruksi soba. It also has good access to Okuhoten Hot Spring, the largest hot spring facility in Kansai. Enjoy a special time in a space that combines Japanese elegance and the latest amenities, in a renovated Machiya Townhouse that is over 50 years old. Enjoy a peaceful stay in a private space limited to one group per day, while taking in the quiet environment and historic scenery of the ancient capital. Cancellation policy Cancellations and rescheduling are not eligible for a refund, so please make a reservation after confirming your schedule.

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A serene garden pathway is framed by lush greenery, leading to a well-lit entrance. Soft lighting highlights the plants and creates a calming ambiance, inviting guests into the welcoming interior beyond the glass doors.
Home in Otsu
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviews

9 minutes from Kyoto Station / Parking for up to 10 people / No accommodation tax / 4 bedrooms / 5 minutes on foot from the station / Children welcome / Spacious detached house / Barrier-free

Why not deepen your connection with your loved ones in a quiet, barrier-free home selected from the top 1%? 5 mins walk to JR Otsu station. 10 minutes from Otsu Station to JR Kyoto Station, and about 40 minutes to JR Osaka Station. 2-minute walk to Keihan train Kamisaka station, with excellent access to Kyoto Sanjo and the shore of Lake Biwa. Free parking available on site. The room is clean, there are few steps, and there are many grab bars, so you can rest assured.Even 10 people can relax.Babies welcome😄 Access to Kyoto and Osaka is also convenient, and as a representative of Lake Biwa, there are historic buildings such as Hikone Castle, Lake Biwa Valley, marine sports, cycling, Ishiyama-dera Temple, and many other tourist resources such as autumn leaves, and you can feel the appearance of Japan in all seasons.❗️ I love my area. There are many restaurants, major coffee shops, convenience stores, and supermarkets around JR Otsu Station, making it convenient.😊 We have a lot of amenities, including towels and coffee.😊 As a business, I use English to convey the charm of Japan and abroad to parents and children throughout Japan, and develop children who can think of from a global perspective. We hope to be able to help you with memories that will last a lifetime.

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Home in Takashima
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

[Koshin] Entire old house rental * Popular with groups * Long-term stays welcome * BBQ possible * 50 minutes from Kyoto * 10-minute walk to Lake Biwa

This is the old house rental [Kokoro]. This is a private house that can be rented out to one group per day, where you can feel the abundant nature of Shiga Prefecture close at hand and enjoy rural life. It is a nice, old, calm space that can accommodate up to 10 people. Please relax with your family and friends. It is about 1 hour by car from downtown Kyoto, and if you come by train, it is about 20 minutes by bus or 10 minutes by taxi from Adogawa Station on the JR Kosai Line. It is popular with overseas guests, families, and groups. We also rent out a BBQ set (equipment) for a fee, so please feel free to ask. There is free parking available on the property. Parking is available for up to 3 regular-sized vehicles. For large vehicles, it may be difficult to accommodate three, so please inquire in advance. If you consult with us in advance, we can also rent out space for a fee. We also offer free bicycle rentals. There are also plenty of outdoor facilities in the surrounding area, so please use it as a base for your activities. Please also use it as a base while cycling around Lake Biwa. We also post information on nearby tourist destinations and facility information on social media. Instagram: @kokoro_shiga.takashima

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The exterior of a two-story traditional Japanese house is displayed, featuring wooden paneling and a tiled roof. A manicured garden surrounds the entrance, which is adorned with decorative elements. The sky above is bright with a few wispy clouds, enhancing the overall serene ambiance.
Home in Otsu
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

Express train from Kyoto | Pure Japanese-style private rental, 8-minute walk from Lake Biwa, pets allowed, Biwako Arigatou House

This is a detached, entire-home accommodation located a 10-minute walk from JR Omi-Maiko Station and an 8-minute walk to the nearest beach on Lake Biwa.You can see Lake Biwa from the building.You're also welcome to stay with pets! You can enjoy local life without worrying like a ryokan, hotel, or group glamping inn.Fiber optic internet, wifi throughout the building, playroom and work desk, terrestrial and on-demand TV on a large TV.From a few nights to a long stay, enjoy life in Lake Biwa with your loved ones and pets. The floor on the 1st floor is completely solid, and it is maintained with only edible oil, so it is safe for people and pets. As a measure to prevent infection and hygiene, all rooms are in all rooms!The house is equipped with a ventilation fan (no loss) that allows for outdoor air exchange and a Plasma Cluster air conditioner. We also provide multiple fans and circulators, as well as an air purifier and an ozone sterilization device.

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A wooden outdoor area is framed by lush greenery, featuring a simple table surrounded by two wooden chairs. The space opens to a cozy interior with soft lighting, visible through partly open sliding doors.
Guesthouse in Nose
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

[Free pick-up and drop-off] Small traditional house in the countryside | 1~2 people | Breakfast with home-roasted coffee included

About 1 hour by car from Kyoto City and Osaka City.This is a small, handmade guest house nestled in a lush, natural satoyama. --------------------------- 🏠 Key points about the accommodation • Private space for rent: This is a warm old house that the owner couple carefully renovated. • There is a traditional Japanese Goemon-style bath in the room, heated with wood, one of the few remaining today, using precious natural water pumped from the groundwater.Available as an option. • Easy to enjoy Satoyama breakfast: Free-range eggs, bread, wieners, home-roasted coffee, etc. are available in the fridge.Please cook for yourself at your leisure. • You can enjoy dinner and local drinks as an option. • Free shuttle and bicycle rental available (not an electric assist bicycle): Free shuttle to JR Kameoka Station and Nose Electric Railway Myoken-guchi Station (15:30-20:00) Credit cards and various QR payments

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A traditional Japanese room is visible, featuring tatami flooring and shoji sliding doors that allow natural light to fill the space. A wooden table and two chairs sit in the center, providing a simple dining area, while an elegant wooden ladder leans against the wall.
Townhouse in Iga
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 240 reviews

Castle Town Machiya Private Guest House DAIJI Consecutive night discount

I have lived in Iga Ueno for a few years. Growing up in a residential area, living in a castle town was a new experience for me. This land with its old-fashioned townscape and famous water is hot in summer and cold in winter. But that's why the rice, vegetables, and meat are also delicious. There are many areas where nature remains, but few areas where the old townscape remains intact. I want to preserve this townscape. To that end, I want many people to experience a nostalgic way of life and culture. As such a place, we renovated a row house left by our ancestors and opened it as the Daiji, a soy sauce shop that had closed. You are always welcome! Stay in a beautifully renovated traditional Japanese wooden house with tatami flooring and futons, plus modern facilities for self-catering, within easy reach of Kyoto and Osaka airports. Attachment: Area

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Home in 大津市
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews

13 minutes by train from Kyoto Station, free parking for 2 cars, entire house for 6 people, close to Seta Nango Golf Course, convenient for sightseeing in Lake Biwa, Uji, Nara, and Osaka

Guesthouse MISAKI is a regular house and a private accommodation.The location is very close to the Setahigashi Interchange on the Meishin Expressway and the Ishiyama Interchange on the Keishi Bypass, making it very convenient for sightseeing in Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara.It is ideal as a tourist accommodation and as a rest stop during long-distance travel.Long and short stays are also available.We also provide appliances such as an induction cooker, washing machine, TV, dishes, etc.It's not as luxurious as a hotel, but it's more reasonable than a hotel, and you can relax as if you were at home.We look forward to your stay. A single JR rapid train takes you to the historical and cultural city of Kyoto in just 13 minutes, to the modern metropolis of Osaka in 40 minutes, and to Kobe in 60 minutes. From Kyoto Station, you can easily transfer to Uji and Nara.

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The entrance area features a traditional wooden table surrounded by seating on tatami mats. Soft light filters through the shoji screens, creating a welcoming atmosphere. A large emblem is prominently displayed, contributing to the space's character and charm.
Hut in Otsu
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews

Lake Biwa View Old Private House 30 minutes from Kyoto Station SUGIE

Sugie is a simple lodging (licensed as a hotel) in a spacious old house surrounded by the beautiful Lake Biwa Canal, a Meiji-era legacy, and is conveniently located 30 minutes from Kyoto Station and 35 minutes from Keihan Sanjo. My grandparents were wealthy merchants who used the above-mentioned Soso (inclined canal) to transport white sand, gravel, granite for gate pillars, etc. to the shrines and temples of Kyoto in wooden boats from the early Showa period. They built a torii gate and shrine in the garden of the house and worshiped Inari to prosper in business. There are many old and rare items such as a large water house (dish rack), a long brazier, and a lantern with a family crest.

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A traditional Japanese room features a tatami mat floor and sliding doors. A low wooden table is centered, surrounded by round cushions. Natural light enters through large windows, complemented by soft shoji screens. Decorative elements include a vase with flowers.
Home in Omihachiman
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

15PPL Home | Walk to Old Town/La Collina | 2 Baths

📍 90% of local sights within walking distance. Perfectly located in the historic district. 🚶 Top Location: 10-min walk to La Collina: Most visited, iconic architecture & sweets. 7-min walk to Hachiman-bori: Top-rated canal & iconic Samurai movie site. 5-min walk to Local Market: Perfect for premium Omi Beef. ✨ Highlights: 4BR Home: Traditional layout with backyard & balcony. Modern Perks: Full kitchen w/ dishwasher & premium cookware Convenience: 4-min walk to 24h Lawson & free parking

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A spacious living area features wooden walls and ceiling, with large windows allowing natural light. A green sofa is paired with a coffee table, while a dining table sits adjacent. A hammock is suspended from the ceiling, creating a relaxed atmosphere. Decorative items add a touch of warmth.
Cottage in Takashima
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 421 reviews

Haruya Guesthouse

Our guesthouse is in a beautiful mountain village, near to it are pristine forests with beech trees and an ancient mountain path that was used to carry sea products from Japan sea to Kyoto in old days. In front of the guesthouse runs a stream that is a source of Lake Biwa and its water is crystal clear ; in early summer nights many fireflies fly over the stream. In winter, we have a lot of snow ; sometimes it reaches 2 meters from the ground! On clear nights you can enjoy the sky full of stars.

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A green wooden gate is set in front of a stone wall, surrounded by flowering azaleas in shades of pink and white. The entrance is accessible via a short set of brick steps, providing an inviting touch to the landscape.
Home in Otsu
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 261 reviews

Azalea House on Mt. Hiei, Kyoto

Azalea House is on the slope of Mt. Hiei, a world-heritage. To get there, drive 20 min. from Kyoto-Higashi exit on Meishin. Or ride the bus 30 min. from downtown Kyoto or 20 min. from JR Otsukyo Sta. and get off before Hieidaira convenience store. The host will meet you there. Bus service drastically reduced since Covid-19. Free parking space. Easy access to both Kyoto and Lake Biwa. Rich in nature. Completely detached, full privacy, handy & cozy like home. Self-cooking is available.

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A light-filled living area is presented, featuring two dark sofas with soft cushions. A low wooden table is positioned in the center. Large windows provide a view of the peaceful garden, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.
Home in Takashima
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews

Spacious house with garden, facing a local shrine

To ensure you enjoy the stay to the fullest, I set check-in and check-out time to both 12:00 Noon. So you can stay up for 24 hours with one night booking. YAMANOTE HOUSE is accessible from major Kansai stations with 37min from Kyoto Sta. or 65min from Osaka Sta. If you come by car from Kyoto it takes less than 1 hour. The area aournd the house is once small castle town. The house is located next to the Shrine, Hiyoshi-Jinja, where the Omizo Festival is held on May 3 and 4 every year.

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Popular amenities for Otsu family-friendly rentals

Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

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A newly constructed log house nestled in greenery, illuminated by soft outdoor lights. A hammock is suspended between two trees in a gravel yard, and a patio area is visible with seating arranged for gatherings.
Cabin in Takashima
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Newly built log house with sauna, bath, firewood stove, and free BBQ space. Occupied area 200 Tsubo

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An open-plan living space features high ceilings and large windows, allowing natural light to fill the area. A staircase leads to a loft space. The kitchen is equipped with cabinetry and appliances, alongside a dining table and seating. Flooring is finished with terracotta tiles.
Home in Nara
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 419 reviews

Designer's house

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The exterior view of a two-level wooden house is displayed, featuring palm trees and a gravel yard. A car park for three vehicles is visible, along with boats and kayaks stored under a covered area. Bright blue skies with scattered clouds provide a vivid backdrop.
Villa in Takashima
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 539 reviews

Lake Biwa Lakeside villa/

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A traditional Japanese room features tatami flooring and sliding shoji doors. A low wooden table is centered in the space, adorned with a decorative cloth. A lamp provides soft ambient light, and calligraphy art adorns the wall, enhancing the cultural aesthetic.
Home in Kyoto
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 596 reviews

118 y/o traditional Japanese house in Arashiyama

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Hut in Kameoka
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 369 reviews

Cozy Kotatsu Villa| Max 14 |2 Baths |Nr Arashiyama

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The entrance to a two-story traditional storehouse features a blend of white and dark wooden exterior. A stone pathway leads to a wooden gate, flanked by well-maintained gardens. The clear blue sky provides bright lighting, enhancing the welcoming appearance of the property.
Hut in Nagahama
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews

You will be renting the entire Edo period doso.Have a relaxing stay in a country hideaway.

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Home in Fushimi-ku
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Cosy natures house! Walk to Fushimi lnari Taisha

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A spacious interior showcases traditional wooden elements and a decorative pendant light. The room features sliding shoji screens and a wooden cabinet, with an inviting dining area visible in the background, highlighting the blend of modern comfort and classic design.
Hut in Maibara
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 286 reviews

[Barrel Sauna Available (Extra Charge)] Modern-style Traditional House for Rent/Up to 8 People/Terrace with Roof Available/Tent Sauna Available

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Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

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Lush greenery surrounds a person seated on the grass, with trees providing shade in the background. The sky features soft clouds, enhancing the serene atmosphere of the natural setting. The vibrant colors of the landscape evoke a tranquil connection with nature.
Home in Iga
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

"Kaze no Niwa"/retreat/Japanese traditional house

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A traditional Japanese room features tatami flooring and a low wooden table surrounded by seating cushions. Partitioned sliding doors lead into a bright living area with two soft chairs and natural light filtering through the window blinds.
Home in Minami-ku
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

【funhouse蘭】/private house/walkable to jr

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Home in Minami-ku
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews

SuigetsuteiーNear Kyoto St. 8 min Open-Air Bath

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Townhouse in Shimogyo-ku
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

New! Omotenashi “Mo・Shizunoi” | Very close to Gion and Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the Kamogawa River | Luxurious private space | Entire property for rent with heated beds and garden

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Home in Takashima
4.71 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

Lake Biwa view! Sauna Villa, Max 14, BBQ

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Guesthouse in Kameoka
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Baby & Kids Welcome | Japanese Home near Kyoto

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A private hot tub sits in a wooden deck area, surrounded by wooden walls and green plants. Steam rises from the water's surface, creating a soothing ambiance. A large glass door provides a view into the indoor living space.
Home in Nara
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 55 reviews

Hana : 1 hour from Osaka & Kyoto*private pool

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Home in Tamba-Sasayama
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviews

Private rental of a traditional Japanese house with a loft. 7-minute walk from Shinoyamaguchi Station. There is also a large garden where you can have a BBQ and use the pool.

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