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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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It's a very calm space with abundant nature, no car noise or loud sounds, and a private garden. You can enjoy a very rare open fire and a BBQ outdoors.The room has a firewood stove! (Winter only) There is a gazebo in the garden, and if there is no wind, you can have a BBQ even on rainy days. There is a Fire TV Stick! A BBQ stove and charcoal (3 kg) are provided at the listing, so you can enjoy a BBQ if you bring your own ingredients. We can accommodate up to 5 people. If you drop the firewood, you can enjoy an open fire! You can see the ropeway of Hakodateyama ski resort from the room. The inn overlooks the forest in a quiet villa area. You can even set up a tent to practice camping and enjoy a BBQ! The interior varies depending on the season. Local priority. It's in the countryside, and there are always insects because the mountains are close by. It is not suitable for people who dislike insects, those with small children, or those who are concerned. We cannot accept people who want to make noise or use the space for parties, or groups of minors who want to smoke or drink. ⚠️ There is a fence against harmful animals around the villa, so there is no risk of damage from bears. Monkeys will not approach you, but please do not leave food or trash outside.
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[15% off for consecutive nights] Private log house with wood-burning stove and BBQ deck | Maximum 8 people | 10 minutes by car from Metasekoya
This is "Green View Lodge", a private rental log house located in the rich natural environment between Lake Biwa and Mt. Hakusan in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, limited to one group per day. We offer a spacious space ideal for families, groups of friends, girls' nights out, and consecutive night stays (up to 8 people). ■ Well-equipped facilities and features ● Firewood stove: In winter (December-March), you can relax in the warmth of the firewood stove. ● Wooden deck: You can enjoy a barbecue and stargazing on the spacious wooden deck (free rental of a BBQ stove). ● Kitchen & cafe counter: There is a spacious kitchen and an atmospheric counter, perfect for cooking, eating, and chatting with a large group. ● Indoor terrace: There is a bright indoor terrace where you can relax without worrying about the weather. ■ Nearby sightseeing and access (time required by car) Metasequoia tree-lined street: about a 10-minute drive Hachimantai Ski Resort / Parfait specialty store: about 6 minutes by car Lake Biwa shore (Imazu area): about 7 minutes by car Makino Kogen and Onsen: about a 15-minute drive Shirahige Shrine: about a 20-minute drive Nearest supermarket and convenience store: about a 10-minute drive
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You will be renting the entire Edo period doso.Have a relaxing stay in a country hideaway.
The operator of the guest house has changed as of August 2026.Please note that the services, house rules, etc. are slightly different for repeat guests. We renovated a 2-story storehouse built in the Edo period and turned it into a guest house. Although it is not spacious, a kitchen with an IH cooking heater has been set up on the first floor, while retaining the atmosphere of a traditional storehouse with earthen walls and thick beams.Fully air-conditioned on the 1st and 2nd floors for a comfortable stay.You can experience the sound insulation, the coolness of the summer, and the warmth of winter. There is a sauna facility about 5 minutes away by car, Anekawa Onsen about 15 minutes away, and Kita-Omi-no-Yu about 20 minutes away. There are many sightseeing spots unique to Nagahama, which are often the setting of history. In addition to the area around Lake Biwa, Japan's oldest railway station building, Nagahama Railway Square, Yanmar Museum where children can play, Kurobai Square, and other activities other than history. You can also enjoy gourmet food such as Omi beef, duck dishes, grilled mackerel somen, noppei udon, salad, bread, duck, and small ayu.
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[Barrel Sauna Available (Extra Charge)] Modern-style Traditional House for Rent/Up to 8 People/Terrace with Roof Available/Tent Sauna Available
Welcome to [3Re: KEITA]! From a house without personality to a house with personality We remade an old house that had been left without any features. Re Origine (reuse what you can, don't destroy more than necessary) Re Make (reuse waste materials and give them new life) Re Meaning (Don't let them tell you there's nothing in the countryside) Based on the concept of the 3 Re's, we strive to create new value while cherishing rural roots. The concept of this facility is not just to renovate, but to remake while preserving the good qualities of old houses, to redefine their value, and to make them modern and comfortable. The facility is located at the foot of Mt. Ibuki in Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture. Enjoy a relaxing time feeling the blessings of the mountains and nature to your heart's content. We also rent BBQ grills and tent saunas, so you can enjoy an extraordinary experience while feeling at one with nature. * We may not be able to provide a tent sauna depending on availability. Please note that we are only able to lend it free of charge, and even if it cannot be used, we cannot change the amount.
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Newly built log house with sauna, bath, firewood stove, and free BBQ space. Occupied area 200 Tsubo
The entire 250 tsubo property is rented! Newly built cabin built in 2024 (Bess country log) Barrel sauna, water bath, BBQ space, trampoline available Rila Takashima values a quiet environment. Loud conversations, laughter, noise, or music outdoors are not allowed. We are sorry, but student groups often make loud noises, so we limit them to a maximum of 5 people. Outdoor use is available until 9 pm. Discounts are available for consecutive weekday stays.(10% after the second night) Please DM before booking.
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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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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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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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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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A private house within walking distance of Hikone Castle, a National Treasure/1 group per day/50 minutes to Kyoto/Free parking for up to 2 cars
彦根市の中心部に位置するこちらの宿泊先の近くには、家族で訪れたい場所がすべてそろいます。 無料駐車場が宿の前なので、荷物を運ぶのも楽々‼️1名から4名くらいで泊まるのが快適ですが、無理すれば6名まで泊まることが可能です。自転車で琵琶湖一周するビワイチにも最適な場所です。 冬は、グランスノー奥伊吹スキー場まで1時間で着きます。前泊にぴったりの場所です。 徒歩圏内に「大正ロマンあふれる四番町スクエア」という商店街があるあり、歩いているだけで旅行気分を盛り上げてくれます。外食や飲食店もいろいろあります。 ひこにゃんミュージアムまで徒歩で3分、キャッスルロードまで徒歩5分、国宝彦根城まで徒歩で10分の立地です。車を置いたまま散歩でまわるにも最適な場所です♪ 近隣に美味しいモーニングの店も何店舗かあるので朝食も安心です♪ 滋賀県の中心に位置しているので近江八幡の『ラ・コリーナ』や長浜の『黒壁スクエア』、多賀の『多賀大社』など観光スポット訪れるのに便利な場所です。 滋賀のほとんどの人気観光地にアクセス可能で、京都へも電車または車で1時間の距離です。
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然 -sikari- | A Stayable Kissa in Rural Japan
A quiet private house with a small skateable garden, one hour from Kyoto and near Lake Biwa. The handmade concrete landscape can be skated or enjoyed as sculpture. Surrounded by rice fields, with birds, wind, and clear starry nights. Renovated by the host, a Japanese painter, into a simple teahouse-like space. Ideal for writers, artists, and anyone seeking stillness. Two nights or more recommended. Not a place to consume, but to pause and reconnect with your senses.
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Groundwater pool | BBQ | Dogs allowed | Limited to 1 group per day | Maximum 10 people | Starry sky and campfire
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SuigetsuteiーNear Kyoto St. 8 min Open-Air Bath
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