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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 time itself while surrounded by sound, fire, water, and stars. Grand piano, drums, guitar, and bass in the music room. During the pizza oven experience (additional charge), you'll bake authentic Neapolitan pizza, and in the evening, you'll enjoy BBQ and sit around the campfire while gazing at the starry sky and the Milky Way. In the summer, you can also play in the water at the nearby river and unwind in the midst of nature in a tent sauna (additional charge). We all cooked together in the fully equipped kitchen of the former café, read quietly in the library, and so on. You can spend your "favorite time" freely. The bath is a ceramic tub made of Shigaraki ware. Please relax your mind and body while wrapped in the warmth of a wood fire and the scent of cypress. Spend time in your own place, not a hotel, where no one will disturb you. Enjoy such a luxurious time. Transportation to and from the nearest station is also available. I'll let you know, as there are a few options. BBQ set, charcoal and grill, 4,000 yen including preparation and cleaning Tent sauna: 5,000 yen including firewood Authentic pizza oven rental pizza baking experience 5,000 yen (Pizza with dough, mozzarella and basil is 800 yen per slice, sold separately)

京都駅へ9分/最大10人/琵琶湖/寝室4つ/大津駅徒歩5分/お子様歓迎/電車2駅利用可能/駐車場付き
Why not deepen your connection with your loved ones in a large, detached, barrier-free, quiet place to stay that has been selected as one of 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.

[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

[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.

[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.

COCO amber
You can enjoy a very rare open fire or BBQ.The room has a firewood stove! (Winter only) There is a gazebo in the garden, and if there is no wind, you can BBQ even if it rains. You can watch Netflix. (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. In spring, Kasumi cherry blossom snow and wild birds chirping are very comfortable.At night, there are owls.♪ You can even set up a tent to practice camping and enjoy a BBQ! The interior varies depending on the season. Local priority.

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.

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.

Omi's Machiya "Kado" Traditional building preservation area
This is the only guest house (entire house rental) facing Shinmachi Street in an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. The streets lined with merchants' houses, built in the late Edo period to the Meiji era, give you a strange feeling as if time has stopped when you step into it. This Shinmachi neighborhood is important not only for its scenery but also as a historical site. This is a very rare accommodation where you can stay in such an area.
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