Holiday houses in Minamiosumi, Kimotsuki District

地元の人には「なぜ西田？？」と不思議がられましたが、私は大正解だと思いました。 多少車が通る音はしましたが、繁華街よりもずっと静かです。 天文館までは歩いて20分ほど。駅前までは5分ほどです。駅まで行けばもちろん、飲食店はたくさんあります。 やはり5分ほどの距離にセブンイレブンもあります。10分ほど歩けば温泉があったようなのですが、部屋には大きい浴室があったため今回は行きませんでした。 夜は23時くらいにコンビニから歩いてみましたが、車も通り歩いている人もいました。女性の夜歩きはもちろん普通に注意は必要ですが。 部屋もコンパクトながら動線が良く、全く不便は感じませんでした。ベランダの窓から昼間は陽の光が入り、室内はとても明るいです。掃除も行き届いており清潔で、必要にして十分。ホテルのような息苦しさもありませんでした。 出発前日まで忙しく、半日だけ取れる時間を使って観光しようと思っていたのに全く調べがつかずでした。間に合いそうもなかったので義範さんに連絡し、観光地を教えてください…とお願いしたところ、すぐにご連絡いただけました！しかも私が古い建築物が好きなことを読んでいたかのように（！）島津家別邸の仙巌園と異人館をご紹介いただきました。桜島に行こうかとも思っていましたが、桜島に行ってしまうと美しい桜島の姿は見られない…ということには後で気づきました。仙巌園からの桜島の勇姿を堪能できたのも義範さんのアドバイスのおかげです。 さらに昼前に到着してしまったところ、たまたま部屋が空いていたのかチェックインもさせてくださり、荷物を全部置いてから仙巌園に行くことができました。 その他にも、何かあったら連絡してくださいと、常に気遣っていただきました。 初めての鹿児島、一人で来ましたがおかげさまで安心してゆっくり、心地よく過ごすことができました。感謝感謝です。義範さんのゲストハウス、なんだか実家に来たみたいでオススメです。

What a lovely lady! We were treated like royalty! When we left, after 2 very comfortable nights, we were given amazing bento boxes for our train journey. Also lots of other treats during our stay. If you are looking for a modern apartment this may not be for you…but we loved it.

The host was very friendly and accommodating. My check-in was later than expected due to airline/luggage issues, but she assisted despite my delayed arrival. She was very friendly and funny 😁

We had a fantastic stay here, the house is really cosy and comfortable, and the view is absolutely fantastic! I couldn't believe how beautiful it was, both at night and in the morning. We had breakfast on the wooden terrace, while admiring Sakurajima, and it was amazing. The hosts are incredibly friendly and kind, and made sure to welcome us and explain everything when we arrived, and then say goodbye when we checked out. They even gifted us some beautiful handmade coasters! We were thrilled with our stay, and hope we can stay here again in the future. Thank you again so much for everything!

What a beautiful place, the location along the coast in a quiet part of the forest, wonderful view of the ocean from a deck, inside, there is everything there that you need. In winter it can get cold, but it heats up quickly, nice bathroom, many thoughtful and beautiful decorations. The host couple were really lovely and helpful, and also open, insightful and inspiring. Thank you so much for having me and for the wonderful stay and chats!

A Hidden Gem at the Edge of Japan—Tucked away in a quiet town at the southernmost tip of Kagoshima, this beautifully restored 100-year-old kominka felt like stumbling into a dream. Once thinking this place had “nothing,” I discovered everything I’d been searching for — peace, beauty, and soul. Dean, the owner and creator (who once lived in India), spent four years transforming the house with his own hands. Every detail, from curated kitchenware to soft linens, reflects his incredible taste. It’s stylish, yet deeply nostalgic. I especially loved the vinyl listening corner — rocking chair, warm analog sound, and a view that stirs the soul. Outside, kids ran barefoot on a huge grassy lawn, laughter carried on the breeze. Dean’s private local tour revealed hidden spots you’d never find on a map — unforgettable. As vegetarians, we enjoyed cooking in the fully stocked kitchen and adored the optional vegan catering by a local chef. Rain or shine, this place gives you something rare: the f

綺麗な海・山の景色が広がる地区で、安心して滞在できました。誠にありがとうございました！ いつも迅速で丁寧な返信をいただき、チェックイン・アウト時間の相談にも乗っていただき感謝しています。 また串間に伺うチャンスがあれば、ぜひよろしくお願いいたします。

The husband is Japanese and the wife is Taiwanese. It is nice for Chinese speaker. Communication is key obstacle when traveling to less developed area in Japan, need to use translating app. The house is traditional Japanese style. It is big and clean with a well structured kitchen and a front garden. They provided bicycle which is good transportation to travel Ibusuki in slow pace. They had nice suggestions to travel around Ibusuki. As we were traveling to Yakushima. They also proactively checked and provided us the latest information about the ship 🚢.