Vacation rentals in Sakae

[Hakuba/Uplands in September] Entire house for up to 12 people | 2 authentic saunas

✨There was a cancellation on 7/31, and there is only one night available.✨ Use Azumino and Ikeda-cho as your base in the summer to explore the spectacular scenery of the Northern Alps. You can fully enjoy mountain sightseeing at this time of year, such as Kamikochi, Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Hakuba and Happo Pond.From the second half of August to September, the summer bustle has calmed down, and it is a season when you can enjoy a quiet Shinshu. Go to the mountains and highlands during the day, and the tranquility of Satoyama at night. This is a rental cottage where you can enjoy a sauna, BBQ, and a starry sky. As a base for sightseeing in Azumino, Hakuba, and Kamikochi, you can enjoy a comfortable stay for one night or for extended periods. Access to Hakuba, Kamikochi, and Tateyama-Kurobe is also good, making it suitable for group trips, family trips, and long-term stays.With a washing machine and bathroom dryer, it's comfortable for extended stays. You can also get here by public transportation, but having a car is more convenient. Free pick-up and drop-off are available at Shinano-Matsukawa Station and Akashina Station.Other transportation and sightseeing transfers are available for 2,000 to 8,000 yen (both ways) depending on the distance, for trips within 2 hours one way.For groups of 5 or more, please consult in advance as we can arrange a rental car. There are still openings on weekdays in September. It is also recommended for student trips in the latter half of summer vacation, as well as for couples and small groups.

[Newly Built and Open] Hot Spring with a Direct Flow from the Source | 123㎡ Entire Villa for Rent | Quiet Forest with a View of Birch Trees, Minakami

Newly built in 2026.A 123 m² private rental villa with a hot spring bath fed directly from the source spring in a wooden house built by Sumitomo Forestry. Nestled in a quiet forest, the view of white birch trees that fills the window is like a painting. The sunlight filtering through the large windows, the scenery of white birch trees and forest greenery, and the hot spring flowing from the source spring that relaxes your mind and body. The bathroom features "WABURO", a harmonious blend of cypress scent and beautiful tiles, providing a luxurious bathing experience where you can feel the warmth of wood. We designed it as an accommodation to get away from the bustle of the city and simply immerse yourself in the "quiet". The interior design is modern Japanese-style, with the warmth of natural materials. In a spacious area that can accommodate up to 13 people, you can enjoy a high-quality, quiet time surrounded by nature on all sides. On the terrace, you can enjoy coffee time or a BBQ while looking at the white birch trees, and at night you can enjoy the starry sky. The forest scenery, which changes its appearance with each season, makes your entire stay special. Perfect for a hot spring vacation for everyone, anniversaries, family vacations, retreats, and workations. We provide the cleanliness and comfort unique to a new building.

Limited to one group per day, Mökki is a small cottage with a garden by a stream

Mökki means "cottage" in Finnish. Enjoy your time in a special place surrounded by nature. Guest house Mökki is located in Shinano-cho, which is blessed with forests, lakes, and snow in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, and there are many natural places nearby such as Kurohime Kogen, Lake Nojiri, and Togakushi. Feel free to use the entire building, which has been renovated with natural materials such as cedar, cypress, and plaster, as well as the natural garden that creates seasonal scenery and the forest where the stream flows.You can see birds, squirrels, and martens in the forest, and you can enjoy walking around looking for wild vegetables and mushrooms, as well as swings and hammocks. We also paid attention to the interior of the room and kitchen utensils so that you can enjoy "living". At the pavilion by the stream, you can enjoy BBQs and campfires without worrying about the weather. In the green season, it is the perfect base for hiking, fishing, paddle boarding, and golf, and in the snow season, it is also the perfect base for winter sports. We also have a celebration cake service for guests celebrating birthdays and anniversaries.Please check with me in advanced.

Please use it as a base for skiing, golfing, trekking, etc., at a farmhouse with a traditional Japanese atmosphere.

This is a tranquil space inspired by the design of an old Japanese house.The living room features a large sunken kotatsu-style hearth where you can enjoy meals and drinks.There is also a four-seat counter bar. With Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort, Shiga Kogen, Madarao Kogen Ski Resort, and Tozari Onsen Ski Resort nearby, it is the perfect base for winter sports.There are eight golf courses that can be reached in about 30 minutes, including the Madarao Country Club, which is a 5-minute drive away during the green season, and there are also many day-use hot spring facilities.The owner lives on the right side of the building after going up the front entrance, can be contacted at any time, and understands English at the level of everyday conversation.During the green season, fresh vegetables from our own garden can be harvested at any time, and you can also enjoy a barbecue on the gazebo in the garden.The garden is also spacious, so you can enjoy a short walk or the like.Iiyama is famous for its green asparagus, which can be enjoyed from May to July, and there is a roadside station nearby where you can enjoy fresh vegetables and delicious soba noodles.

Enjoy the view of Lake Nojiri, with a private sauna, Anoie (あの家)

This house overlooks Lake Nojiri and has a superb view. There are several ski resorts (Myoko, Kurohime, Madarao) about 15-20 minutes away by car, making it a perfect base for winter sports. Enjoy the wood stove sauna and the water bath with a view. There are no private houses around, so you can listen to music and watch movies loudly. Because it is a house located deep in the mountains, we take the best measures, but in the warm season, insects come out. It snows a lot in winter. In autumn, fallen leaves dance. You will also need to adjust the wood stove fire yourself. It's not an easy house to live in, but we promise you a great view and experience. Enjoy cooking with a counter kitchen with a view, condiments and cooking utensils. (There is no equipment for BBQ)

[Nüek Kurohime] An entire rental inn in the forest of Kurohime Kogen

🍃 “Nüek” is a small, renovated traditional kominka house located in the Kurohime Kogen area of Nagano, available for private rental. The renovation was attended by Studio Sayapu led by Mr. Kitazawa, an artist based in Nagano.The company's craftsmen, focusing on Kitazawa's sensibilities, brought out the power of the old private house and finished it into a space that quietly embodies sophistication while making use of its charm. It is cool in summer, and in winter you can enjoy skiing and snow views.Surrounded by nature, time passes as you gently prepare yourself. It's not a place to stay at the end of a trip, but a place where the accommodation itself is the destination of the trip. Enjoy a special time that can only be had in a small, secluded inn 🏠🍃 ⸻

[Riverside House] A riverside villa in Karuizawa with a sauna and fireplace

We have renovated a villa along the river in the forest of Karuizawa. Great location is about 2,500 ㎡! Feel the extraordinary feeling of the garden and outdoor dining where you can run around, the living room has a large sofa and fireplace. The bathroom can also be enjoyed in the JAXSON jetted tub, a large sauna for 4 people in the metos, and a rain shower in the water bath. It is a renovated old villa in a natural environment.Please note in advance before making your reservation that insects may enter the room during your stay.If you have excessive allergies to insects, etc., please avoid booking.

Capsule House-K, a monumental capsule house in nature designed by Kisho Kurokawa

CAPUSULE HOUSE-K is a private house designed by Kisho Kurokawa. It was created based on the concepts of Metabolism and Homo Mobius. This building is composed of the same capsules as the Chugin Capsule Tower Building, which is also a metabolism building, and was completed in 1973, the year after the building was completed. Until now, it has been open only to a few people and was a little-known building, but in 2019, the restoration was started by Kisho Kurokawa's son, and now it is open to the public with the interior of that time.

tiny cabin Nagano - Serene retreat / Snow Monkey

✨ Discover the perfect blend of modern design and serene nature in this charming, cozy cabin nestled in the forests of Nagano. Redesigned by a renowned Nagano-based interior designer as a model home, this cabin offers a unique stay with stylish interiors. Whether you’re seeking tranquility, ❄️skiing Nagano’s famous powder snow (just a 15-min. drive), or visiting historic shrines (30 min.), this cabin has it all. For outdoor enthusiasts, a camping and lake activity center is just 5 minutes away!✨

Lakefront Sauna Villa in a Japanese National Park

A private lakeside villa located inside a national park offering direct access to Lake Nojiri. Enjoy a Finnish-style sauna with panoramic lake views, then cool down in the infinity cold plunge bath filled with natural underground water. The deck features a dining table with built-in BBQ grill for up to 8 guests, a jacuzzi, and a private pier. Inside, the living area offers a sofa, karaoke, board games, and a fireplace. Upstairs are 4 private bedrooms with 7 beds, ideal for families or groups.

Modern Luxury, Classic Style, Onsen Nearby

Nestled in the mountains of Nagano at an elevation of 860 meters (2,821 feet), this is a luxury home exclusively for those who want to escape tourist traps, experience a side of Japan rarely seen by outsiders, and do it in style. Our 3-bedroom home is 200 sq. meters (2153 sq. feet) large and is a marriage between traditional Japanese architecture and modern technology and comfort. The home is accessible from Tokyo and other major cities via the Shinkansen bullet train or Joshin-etsu Expressway.

Sanson Terrace "House of Waltz" in rural Nagano

The Mochizuki district of Saku City, where "House of Waltz" is located, is known as Village of Horses and has long been a horse ranch where people and horses have a close relationship. To express our respect for these culture and history, we renovated a wooden house that offers a view of the horses spending time at a Equestrian Park. Within walking distance, you can visit Kasuga Onsen, boasting over 300 years of history and high-quality hot springs, a Equestrian Park, a tranquil park in nature.