Holiday houses in Takashima

川辺の古民家 | Sauna・薪風呂・星空・Pizza ~watoto stay Lita~

An old private house surrounded by rivers and forests, limited to one group per day. Here, you can enjoy your stay, surrounded by sound, fire, water and stars. The music room has a grand piano, drums, guitar, and bass. During the pizza oven experience (separate fee), you’ll bake authentic Neapolitan pizza, and in the evening, you’ll enjoy a BBQ and sit around a campfire while gazing at the starry sky and the Milky Way. In summer, you can play in the nearby river and unwind in nature with a tent sauna (additional charge). We can all cook together in the fully equipped kitchen of the former café, read quietly in the reading room, You can spend your "favourite time" freely. The bath is a ceramic tub made of Shigaraki ware. Relax your mind and body while wrapped in the warmth of a fire burning with firewood and the scent of cypress. Spend time in your own place, not in a hotel, where no one will disturb you. Enjoy your time here. Transport to and from the nearest station is also available. Just to let you know, there are a few options available. BBQ set, charcoal and grill, including setup and clean-up, for ¥4,000 Tent sauna: ¥5,000 including firewood fee Authentic pizza oven rental and pizza-making experience: ¥5,000 (Pizza is sold separately for A$12 per slice, with dough, mozzarella and basil.)

[Kokoro] Entire building * Popular with groups * Long-term welcome * 20-minute drive to ski resort * 1 hour from Kyoto * 10-minute walk to Lake Biwa　

This is a private lodging [Kokoro]. This is a private house limited to one group per day, where you can experience the rich nature of Shiga prefecture and enjoy rural life. It is a nice, calm space that can accommodate up to 10 people. Please relax with your family and friends. It is about 1 hour by car from downtown Kyoto, and if you come by train, it is about 20 minutes by bus from JR Kosei Line Azumigawa Station, or about 10 minutes by taxi. It is popular with overseas customers, families, and groups. A BBQ set is also available for rent. We also rent BBQ equipment for a fee, so please let us know. Free parking is available on the premises. Parking is available for up to 3 regular vehicles. For large vehicles, it may be difficult to park 3, so please inquire in advance. If you contact us in advance, we can rent it for a fee. There are also plenty of outdoor facilities in the surrounding area, so please use it as a base for your activities. Please use it as a base for cycling around Lake Biwa. Information about nearby tourist destinations and facilities is also posted on social media. Instagram: @kokoro_shiga.takashima

[15% off for consecutive nights] Accommodates up to 8 people/wood-burning stove available/perfect for group trips, family trips, and girls' nights out!

◇ Between Lake Biwa and Mt. Hakusan ◇ Green View Lodge is a log cabin in the Lake West region of Shiga Prefecture. 　Would you like to forget the hustle and bustle of the city and spend time alone in a log house surrounded by nature? The warmth of the wood stove creates a cozy space and promotes physical and mental relaxation. Recommended for those who want to relax in a spacious space surrounded by stylish interiors. Cooking and eating together in the large kitchen is also a fun memory. We also recommend barbecuing and gazing at the stars on the wooden deck. Perfect for girls' gatherings and group trips! ◎ The room has air conditioning, wifi, TV (NETFLIX available), BBQ stove (weber), Bluetooth mini-component, washing machine, coffee maker, etc. ◎ There are many tourist spots in the surrounding area that are easily accessible by car, such as Hakusan Ski Resort, Lake Biwa, Makino Highlands, Metasequoia Trees, Shirahige Shrine, Kuchiki Valley, Wakasa Saba Kaido Kumagawa-juku. ◎ There are also several hot spring facilities in Takashima City. Please refer to the guidebook.

Linhu Villa Enjoy the four seasons on the shore of Lake Biwa, a private house

A house in a quiet villa area on the shore of Lake Biwa, Rinkusho. A location surrounded by a peaceful countryside, with a white sand and green pine lake spread out in front of it. You can enjoy the seasonal natural scenery within a 100-step walk, adjacent to Lake Biwa and the Wadatara River. Blue sky, expansive lake, white sand, and green trees. Sunrise and sunset over the lake. In winter, you can play in the snow in the park by the lake and watch the water birds and swans playing in the water, in spring, you can cycle along the lakeside road and enjoy the cherry blossoms, in summer, you can swim in the lake, fish, and have a barbecue in the garden, and in autumn, you can enjoy the rich pastoral landscape dyed golden... Forget about your daily routine and have a relaxing time. There is a small supermarket about a 10-minute walk away, several large supermarkets within a 10-minute drive (Valor, Heiwado Azumagawa, Gyomu Supermarket, etc.), and many restaurants.

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.

K's Villa Kamogawa - Excellent River View

K's Villa Kamogawa-an is an authentic Kyoto style wooden house located right beside the Kamo river only 3 mins walk from Shichijo station. Maximum 7 guests, Suitable for 2 - 5 guests Please ensure you select the correct number of guests when booking <Important> Please come to K's Villa Office (K's House Kyoto) to CHECK-IN before 20:30pm. ※Please do NOT go to K's Villa directly. ・If you arrive before 16:00, we can keep your luggage at K' s Villa Office(K's House Kyoto) anytime after 9:00am.

Artist's house in Kyoto with a big cypress bath

I am an Artist / Photographer born in Kyoto I started hosting because I love meeting people from all over the world and making new friends. This place used to be one big guesthouse, but during Covid19, I have stopped running the guesthouse and I moved in with my wife and 2 kids. Still I didn't want to give up so I left the good parts. Private cypress bath and renovated rooms and made another entrance for the Guests. So now it is 2 separate house Please check the house rules before you book.

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.

Quiet Countryside House | Kuu near Lake Biwa

About 1 hour from Kyoto, this private house sits beside open fields in a quiet countryside area. Sit by the large window and slow down. This is a place to step away from busy travel and enjoy a calm stay. At night, the area becomes very dark and stars can be seen on clear days. Brew coffee and relax in the silence. Freshly roasted coffee beans and brewing tools are provided. Close to Lake Biwa and nature. Best suited for 2–3 guests seeking a peaceful stay. Not for parties.

Kyoto countryside , 5 min.from Hozugawa kudari

Experience traditional Japanese hospitality with all the modern conveniences. Tsuzumi and Christian welcome you join them in their beautifully restored 150 year old traditional Japanese home, located in the picturesque village of Kameoka, 25 minutes from Kyoto . Hozugawa kudari departure is 5 minutes from the house,Torokko train station 5 minutes from the house, Arashiyama is 10 minutes by train. Prices are intended with breakfast. Many experiences available ask us.

Private Villa with Hot Spring & BBQ/12ppl

Enjoy an extraordinary vacation on the BBQ terrace and natural hot springs... Great location, perfect for sightseeing in Shiga ^^ There are 4 parking spaces available in front of the accommodation!! 6minutes drive from Shinasahi station 15 minutes drive to Shirahige shrine 40 minutes drive to Biwako Valley 25 minutes drive Omi-maiko Nakahama swimming area ※The accommodation has a open air hot spring. There is no jacuzzi function available.

Lake Biwa Right in Front | Ideal for Large Groups

Okubiwako Shikitei is a traditional Japanese-style private villa located in the northern Lake Biwa area. It is reserved for one group per day and can accommodate up to 16 guests. All guest rooms, except the kitchen, face Lake Biwa, so you can enjoy the wonderful scenery of the Okubiwako area at any time. From the boathouse on the basement floor, you can go directly to the lake. You can also enjoy BBQ there even on rainy days.