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9 minutes to Kyoto Station / Maximum 10 people / Lake Biwa / 4 bedrooms / 5-minute walk to Otsu Station / Children welcome / Access to 2 train stations / Free parking
Why not strengthen your bond with your loved ones at a large, single-family home selected from the top 1%, a quiet, barrier-free accommodation option? 5 mins walk to JR Otsu station. 10 minutes from Otsu Station to JR Kyoto Station, and about 40 minutes to JR Osaka Station. A 2-minute walk from Keihan Kamisaka Station, with excellent access to Kyoto Sanjo and the shores 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.

Pets welcome!Lake Biwa Arigatou House in Omihachiman is perfect for a workcation where you can stay like you live there
This is a detached house that you can rent in its entirety, located a 10-minute walk from JR Omi-Maiko Station and an 8-minute walk from the nearest beach on Lake Biwa. You can enjoy a view of Lake Biwa from the building. Pets are also very welcome! You can enjoy local life without the hassle of a ryokan, hotel, or group glamping accommodation. Fiber optic internet, Wi-Fi throughout the building, a playroom, a work desk, and a large TV with terrestrial and on-demand TV are also available. Whether it's for a few nights or a long-term stay, please enjoy living by Lake Biwa with your loved ones and pets. The floor on the first floor is a solid wood floor, and it is maintained with only cooking oil, so it is safe for both people and pets. As an infection and hygiene measure, all living rooms are equipped with ventilation fans (Rossnay) that allow ventilation with the outdoors and plasma cluster air conditioners. There are also many fans and circulators, as well as air purifiers and ozone sterilization devices.

[Coi House] Spacious single-family house, 7 minutes walk from Kiyomizu Gojo Station
This 122 sqm [Carp House] is a converted 100-year-old Kyomachi house, spacious yet exquisite. The atrium of the house is a traditional Japanese courtyard, with a unique fish pond with a group of koi carp symbolizing good luck, a transparent courtyard and a picture of a step-by-step view will add a touch of harmony and tranquility to your journey. The entire house has three separate bedrooms, two fully functional private bathrooms (Toilets), a bathroom with a premium cedar bathtub, and an open kitchen where you can cook. The location is another highlight here. Located in the Higashiyama area of Kyoto, it is only a 7-minute walk to the Keihan Line "Shimizu Gojo", only one stop to Kyoto's most prosperous shopping center "Shijo Kawaramachi", and only a 5-minute walk to the Kamogawa River. Located in the historic area of Kyoto (Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Sanjusangendo, etc.), it is easy to get around.

BEST GION LOCATION, LUXURY, QUIET VACATION RENTAL
Thank you for considering renting for your vacation our fully renovated traditional Kyoto Machiya. A few minutes from Gion Corner, in Kyoto's most popular area, our 90m2 Japanese townhouse has undergone extensive refurbishment by award-winning architects to combine absolute comfort, luxury, safety and tradition.We are FULLY LICENSED to operate as a short-term vacation rental, please book with confidence knowing that our house has passed the rigorous safety and comfort tests of the city of Kyoto.

[Koshin] Entire traditional house rental *Popular with groups* Long-term stays welcome * BBQ allowed * 50 minutes from Kyoto * 10-minute walk to Lake Biwa
古民家貸切【湖心-Kokoro-】です。 滋賀県の豊かな自然を身近に感じ、田舎生活を堪能頂ける1日1組限定の貸し切りの一軒家になります。 古き良き落ち着いた空間で、最大10名宿泊可能です。 ご家族ご友人とリラックスしてお過ごしください。 京都市街地から車で約1時間、電車でのお越しの場合、JR湖西線安曇川駅からバスで約20分、タクシーで10分ほどの距離です。 海外お客様やご家族、団体でのご利用で好評頂いております。 BBQセット(備品)の有料の貸出しも承っておりますので気軽にご相談ください。 敷地内に無料駐車スペースがあります。 普通車でしたら最大3台まで駐車可能です。 大型車の場合、3台が難しい場合もあるので事前にお問合せください。 事前にご相談頂ければ有料での貸出も可能です。 自転車の無料レンタルもしております。 周辺アウトドア施設も充実しており、活動拠点としてもご使用ください。 琵琶湖サイクリング中の拠点としてもぜひご利用ください。 周囲の観光地の情報や、施設情報についてはSNSでもアップしております。 インスタグラム @kokoro_shiga.takashima

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.

Ginkakuji Vacation is just the place for you!
New Opening on Aug, 2018. Newly remodeling this home is located near Ginkakuji Temple, Philosophers Path to Zenrinji and Nanzenji temple. Come experience historic and traditional place in Kyoto! If you’re planning of a fantastic stay, then this Ginkakuji Vacation Home is just the place for you! The rental is the downstairs of the home with a private entrance and completely separated. Please note that the host family with dog(toy poodle) lives on site and may be present during your stay.

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.

Tabitabi Higashiyama | Semi-Open Shigaraki Bath
Tabitabi 「Higashiyama」is located in Higashiyama district, where is full of the atmosphere of the ancient capital, surrounded by many attractions. The house is remodel from a Machiya. We retain the original properties of the machiya by using a lot of wood materials. At the same time, the convenience of the space-using and the modern equipment are well considered in the house, which is not only to meet your occupancy needs, but also satisfy you a comfortable and enjoyable environment.

Biwa Lake , the whole building for rent
It is located near Hachiman Bori, the most famous attraction in Omi Hachiman, right next to the Hachiman Mountain, 170 meters walk from the bus stop, and 7 minutes by bus from Omi Hachiman JR Station. Nearby are the well-known attractions of Hachimanbori, Nishino Lake, Chomeiji Temple, Himu Hachimangu Shrine, Hachimanzan Castle, Azuchi Castle, the legendary Japanese sweets factory 'Taneya' and the Internet celebrity attraction named 'La Collina'.

Peaceful Private House Kuu near Lake Biwa
Kuu is a quiet countryside house, about 1 hour from Kyoto, surrounded by open fields and close to Lake Biwa. Designed for stillness and focus, it’s a place to sit by the window, watch the changing light, and let time slow down. At night, there are almost no lights—only darkness and stars. Freshly roasted coffee and brewing tools are provided for slow mornings. Ideal for 2–3 guests looking for a calm, thoughtful stay. Not suitable for parties.

14min Kyoto ST lake side house 京瑠璃
京琉璃は、日本の伝統的な和風住宅を改装した一日一組限定の完全貸切宿泊施設です。和室2部屋、リビングダイニングを含む2LDK(65㎡)の広さで、最大4名様までご宿泊いただけます。最新設備のバスルームやキッチンを備え、家族旅行や友人との滞在に最適です。 施設は琵琶湖八景の一つ「唐崎神社」から徒歩1分、JR唐崎駅から徒歩10分の好立地。京都駅まで電車で約15分と、京都観光の拠点としても便利です。徒歩圏内にはコンビニや飲食店があり、近江牛焼肉や鶴喜蕎麦など地元グルメを楽しめます。また、関西最大級の温泉施設「雄琴温泉」へもアクセス良好です。 築50年以上の京町家をリノベーションし、和の趣と快適な最新設備を融合した空間で、特別なひとときをお過ごしください。一日一組限定のプライベート空間で、古都の静かな環境と歴史ある風景を満喫しながら、心安らぐ滞在をお楽しみください。 キャンセルポリシー キャンセルや日程変更は返金対象外となりますので、ご予定を確認の上でご予約ください。
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Private Pool / Sauna /BBQ/17 Guests/Villa -REI-

〜サウナ付き古民家民泊〜 碧月荘 Mitsukiso

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

Entire building rental, Omihachiman, Lake Biwa Resort, many sightseeing spots nearby, free parking
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Ancient machiya 164 ㎡ |6 min to st |Osaka direct

K: HUSE near Maiko 1 private villa You can enjoy the best of Lake Biwa in Japan!

Luxurious Japanese-style 1000 square garden villa, open-air bath, Ryurikouan, Sanzen-en, Kibune Shrine are all nearby, pick up from station, breakfast provided, can accommodate 1-3 people

10 minutes from Kyoto Station | 5-minute walk from Zenjō Station | Ideal for families and groups | Entire building available for rent, including Japanese-style rooms | Accommodates up to 6 people

JIA-Mio|Leave the world behind. Come home to quiet

3 stations, 13 minutes from Kyoto Station.A unique inn where you can enjoy jazz and travel as if you were living there

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

Scenic & quiet entire house in nature
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A guest house that can accommodate up to 7 people. About 3 minutes from the station, it is also adjacent to Lake Biwa and the Hira Mountains.

Weaving time, dyed in indigo. Enjoy the beautiful Japanese lifestyle in Seki-juku, an Edo-era post town

Kyoto townhouse with garden · 100+ year old traditional Kyoto townhouse fully renovated Kyoto station 15 min walk, Kujo station 8 min walk

A luxurious time in an open-air bath and modern space near Fushimi Inari Shrine, parking lot, and a 4-minute walk to Fushimi Inari Station with a heated bed

5 minutes walk from Kiyomizu Gojo Station! Open-air bath included! Limited to one group per day

Group Stay! Lake Biwa 10 min | 4BR | Up to 10

Seiran | 青藍

Kyoto Imperial Palace, Shijō Walking Area | Kyoto Townhouse Reinterpreted | Luxury 112㎡ | Nespresso All You Can Drink | Professional Kitchen
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