Vacation rentals in Sayo

All-you-can-use sauna, private rental, old private house

This is a private rental traditional Japanese house that the owner, “JP,” who loves DIY, renovated himself, envisioning an ideal living space, in a 150-year-old traditional house. Perhaps the greatest asset of this accommodation is its one-of-a-kind “egg sauna.” This is a completely DIY sauna, designed and built entirely by JP, with a unique shape that allows heat to circulate naturally.Indulge in a sauna experience you can only enjoy here, enveloped in the gentle warmth of the wood-burning stove. The room also has a traditional Japanese sunken hearth, typical of an old kominka house. You can experience traditional Japanese living, such as enjoying a hot pot around the irori (traditional hearth) or grilling skewers. *Please bring your own cooking utensils, such as ingredients and skewers. The inn is located in a quiet hamlet called Kobusa, nestled in the mountains of Misasaki City, Okayama Prefecture. Right nearby is Nishi-Awakura Village, which is gaining attention as a village focused on regional revitalization and resettlement, and the area is characterized by a rich natural landscape of “satoyama” (wooded areas between cultivated fields). Enjoy a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of the city, surrounded by nature and handcrafted warmth.

Value · Location · Heating

Quiet and comfortable private container house where you can enjoy the Japanese countryside [Discount for consecutive nights]

Greetings "Anzen Daiichi Koujou" is a glamping hotel in Nishiagura Village, Okayama Prefecture, a rich countryside surrounded by forests. This is a rental accommodation in a renovated container, offering a space that blends the warmth of wood with a sophisticated design. Recommended for: ① I'm tired of Japan's famous tourist destinations... I want to enjoy the unspoiled natural landscape of Japan! ② I want to take a relaxing trip with a calm feeling, while slowly reading or taking a walk while looking at the scenery of a mountain village rich in nature...! ③ I want to work while traveling, so I want to work in a room with WiFi and privacy! [Surrounding area and recommended information] ① Rich natural environment: You can enjoy outdoor activities such as forest bathing and hiking. ② Abundant tourism resources: You can experience the high-quality countryside, including the village's prized hot springs, Thai cuisine, patisseries, and large cafes. ③ Access to famous tourist destinations: Easy access to Osaka and Kyoto in 2 hours and Tottori sand dunes in 1 hour, allowing you to easily go back and forth between nature and the city. Thanks for looking! If you have any questions, please feel free to message me!

Location · Value · Long stay

Experience a little country life/rent the whole house/small house with orange roof/BBQ & satoyama experience available

Welcome to Orange Roofed Little House, a small inn in the Kaji district of Mimasaka City, where you can experience the countryside. Surrounded by rich mountains, the facility has 2 spacious Japanese-style rooms, a kitchen fully equipped with cooking utensils, a bathroom with a hot water heater and shower, and a Western-style toilet. This is a private farmhouse, so you can easily stay with family and friends. It is also recommended for families who want to play in nature with their children, experience the countryside, and teach their children how to play. The Kaji area where the facility is located is a mountainous area located in the northern part of Okayama prefecture and the northern part of Mimasaka city. In the winter, it snows, and it is a natural source village embraced by the Chugoku Mountains, where you can feel the changes of the four seasons. [COVID-19 Countermeasures] We thoroughly disinfect and clean. In addition, since it is a private space limited to one group per day, contact with other guests, contact with our cleaning staff, etc., can be avoided as much as possible. We operate in strict compliance with measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Location · Family · Parking

Mountains and clear streams, a house under the starry sky [Entire house rental] [BBQ/playing in the river/campfire/hot pot] [20% discount for consecutive nights]

《For stays of 2 nights or more, there is a 20% discount.We will adjust the rate after your booking is confirmed.》 The number of people can be confirmed on the day.The price will be adjusted based on the final number of guests. 《For consecutive night stays, it's fine if the number of guests changes from day to day.We can make adjustments on the day of use.》 It is a guest house in Sayo-cho, at the western end of Hyogo prefecture. It is located in the mountains, and there is a clear stream in front of you.We have renovated an old house that was vacant. I hope that guests can stay here as if it were their second home. You can enjoy a relaxing time in the guest house and the surrounding area. With convenient transportation to Harima, Okayama, and Tottori, you can enjoy your trip from here. I would recommend a visit by car. We do not pick you up and drop you off.

Family · Location · Bathroom

Showa retro private kominka

From the entrance, there is a long hallway and a large free space where you can enjoy table tennis and darts. You can have plenty of fun indoors with your family and friends. There is also a covered barbecue space in the back that is safe even in the rain. You can also have a conversation across the table. The Chikusa River is nearby, and you can see the clear stream from the riverbed and the Hime-Shin Line train running on the iron bridge. The sunset is also beautiful. Make memories at this unique family-friendly property.

Family · Grill · Cleanliness

Old private house with seasonal mountain views

There is nothing here... that's why it's so relaxing... 　Chizu-cho, Hatto-gun, Tottori Prefecture, is a small town in a mountainous area surrounded by mountains, rivers, fields and rice paddies, 93% of which are forests. 　The Tottori Sand Dunes, a tourist attraction, are about an hour away by car, and there are several nice tourist spots and recommended cafes in the town. 　It's a good place to use as a base for sightseeing, or just relax to your heart's content without going anywhere. Please have a wonderful time.

Value · Family · Accuracy

Quiet Rural Stay | Long-term Welcome | Okayama

It takes 3 hours from Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. You can see a totally different aspect of the city side of Japan. Green mountains, clear river, Firefly, many stars, rice field, Vegetable field. The house is a beautiful nature. And also we have good neighbors. You will see the real Japanese countryside that is not written in the guidebook. The room is surrounded by my father's and my artworks. The huge kitchen, living room, and garden are yours. Please enjoy and relax in the cozy house.

Value · Family · View

Japan’s Oldest Company Housing (No. 9)

The oldest remaining residence and company housing in Japan. Situated in the historic silver mine town of Ikuno. Designated as a nationally important cultural landscape with efforts underway to secure UNESCO status. These houses were built by the Mitsubishi Corporation around 1876 and are now designated cultural properties of Asago City. In such a historic building, you can experience accommodation while thinking about the life of the past. Easy access to Kinosakionsen and Takeda Castle.

Family · Location · Hiking

Life with Pottery｜160yr Kominka Stay

At the foot of the mountains in Chizu, Tottori—where 93% of the town is forest—stands this 160-year-old farmhouse. One group per day enjoys the entire house for a quiet countryside stay. Relax on the cedar deck under the stars. Enjoy BBQ or a bonfire in the garden. Tottori City is about 30 minutes by car, with easy access to mountains and sea. Nearby restaurants serve seasonal produce and game meat. Pottery is available on-site. Ideal for remote work or long stays. Sleeps up to 8.

Family · Value · Condition

Mokushuku Tanaka Residence

☆A traditional house built in the Edo period. ☆This is a supervised traditional house by the owner's architectural design office. ☆It has been restored and renovated without destroying the atmosphere of a town house. ☆Please experience a space that feels like you have slipped back in time to the Edo period. ☆There is a well-equipped kitchen, so it should be satisfactory for long stays or families. ☆It is adjacent to a castle, making it suitable for sightseeing around the castle.

Value · Location · Hot tub

Entire renovated Kominka house | Teshima | Retreat

A renovated Japanese retro house on Teshima, exclusively for one group per day. Enjoy a private island stay in a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. If you’re lucky, our cats may visit in the evening. A great hub for art island hopping, with direct boats to Naoshima, Inujima and Shodoshima. * Complimentary breakfast * E-bike rental available * 8% off for 2+ nights * Sunset tour for 3+ nights * Customers in the cafe area may use the toilet when we run cafe (pls see the layout)

Family · Value · Shared spaces

【Teshima’s Ocean View Retreat Tokuto】King Villa

Tokuto is a newly renovated private mansion built in the 1940s on Teshima. It is conveniently located about 15mins walk from Ieura Port. Enjoy the luxurious architecture of the past, such as the authentic hand blown window glass, Onigawara (Japanese gargoyle roof tiles), and the beautiful gardens with an abundance of stone lanterns. The building consists of 2 villas, King Villa & Queen Villa. As a measure against infectious diseases, we accept one group for each building.

Value · Family · Quiet