Vacation rentals in Shiga Prefecture

Nordic Mountain Cabin Takashima | Near Lake Biwa, Campfire, Sunset, Stunning Mountain Views

This is a private rental accommodation in a secluded setting surrounded by nature. Time passes slowly, and every moment quietly lingers in my heart. A rural landscape unfolds before your eyes, and beyond it stretches a beautiful view of Mt. Hakkasan. From the deck surrounded by flowers, you can enjoy the beautiful sunset over the mountains. In the evening, gather around the campfire, roast marshmallows, and enjoy a relaxing time under the starry sky. Enjoy a BBQ to the sound of nature. [House Story] This house was born out of my childhood dream of living in a Nordic home.It all started with my longing for a cozy cabin like the ones in stories and for the tranquility of nature. After living in Sweden and New Zealand, I returned to Japan and, together with my husband, Andy, took over a cabin that was scheduled for demolition just one month later. This house was carefully renovated, piece by piece, by my husband and me, like a work of art, and was reborn to harmonize with the Nordic philosophy of cherishing our connection to nature and the beautiful natural environment of this place. 4 km to Lake Biwa There is a convenience store within walking distance A large supermarket is also a 10-minute drive away. Metasekoya is about a 15-minute drive away

Location · Family · Backyard

10 seconds to the river | BBQ, pizza oven, tent sauna, star-filled sky | Private rental where you can enjoy yourself without worrying about the surroundings

An old private house for rent just one group per day, surrounded by rivers and forests. Here, you can enjoy the time itself while wrapped in sound, fire, water, and stars. The music room has a grand piano, drum, guitar, and bass. In the pizza oven experience (extra charge), you bake authentic Neapolitan pizza, and at night watch the stars and the Milky Way surrounded by BBQs and bonfire fires. In the summer, you can play in the river just around the corner, and enjoy a tent sauna (extra charge) in nature. There is a former cafe full kitchen in the old house, so everyone can cook together or read quietly in the library. Feel free to spend every “time you like”. The bath is a ceramic bathtub with Shinraku-yaki. Relax your mind and body while being surrounded by the warmth of a wood-burning fire and the scent of cypress. Not a hotel, but spending time in "our own place" where no one is disturbed. Enjoy such a luxurious time. Transportation is also available to the nearest station. There are a few options. 4,000 yen with BBQ set, charcoal and netting, and tidying up Tent sauna with firewood fee of 5,000 yen Authentic pizza oven rental pizza grilled experience 5,000 yen (Pizza is sold separately for 1,200 yen with dough, mozzarella, and basil)

Family · Location · Condition

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

Located in the center of Hikone-shi, this place is close to everything you want to visit with your family. Free parking is in front of the inn, so it is easy to carry your luggage! It is comfortable to stay with about️ 1 person to 4 people, but up to 6 people can stay if not possible.It is also a great place for biwaichi around Lake Biwa by bicycle. In winter, you can reach the Gransnow Okuibuki Ski Resort in 1 hour.It's the perfect place to stay the night before. There is a shopping street called "Taisho Romantic Shibancho Square" within walking distance, so you can feel like you're traveling by walking.There are also various restaurants and restaurants. It is a 3-minute walk to the Hiko Nara Museum, a 5-minute walk to Castle Road, and a 10-minute walk to Hikone Castle, a national treasure.It's also a great place to take a walk with your car♪ There are many delicious morning shops nearby, so you can rest assured that you can have breakfast.♪ Located in the center of Shiga Prefecture, it is a convenient place to visit sightseeing spots such as "La Colina" in Omihachiman, "Black Wall Square" in Nagahama, and Taga's "Taga Taisha". You can access most popular tourist destinations in Shiga, and Kyoto is also an hour away by train or car.

Value · Family · Bathroom

[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

Family · Value · Nearby

[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.

Family · Location · Quiet

Pastorale | Entire house surrounded by countryside near Lake Biwa

A rural landscape as far as the eye can see. Enjoy your meal on the Bermuda hot plate while feeling the breeze on the wooden deck. Enjoy a special theater experience at night with a 75-inch screen and surround sound. This is a newly built (March 2026) private villa surrounded by nature near Lake Biwa in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture. You can enjoy a private stay without worrying about the surroundings. In a quiet setting, you can forget about your daily routine and enjoy a relaxing stay. It is about a 5-minute walk to the shore of Lake Biwa, so please enjoy a stroll. Recommended for couples, married couples, or friends. There is also a restaurant nearby that serves Omi beef, and we recommend enjoying teppanyaki as a memorable part of your trip. Because it is in a location rich in nature surrounded by rice paddies and waterways, you can see many insects and other creatures (especially in the summer months).Thank you for your understanding.

Location · Family · Amenities

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.

Value · Family · Hospitality

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

Family · Value · Nearby

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.

Value · Location · Wifi

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.

Value · Location · Indoor spaces

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.

Location · Family · Accuracy

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.

Location · Value · Skiing