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Home in Takashima

【湖心】古民家一棟貸切*団体様人気*長期歓迎*BBQ可能*京都から50分*琵琶湖へ徒歩10分

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

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews
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A traditional Japanese room features a tatami mat floor and sliding doors. A low wooden table is centered, surrounded by round cushions. Natural light enters through large windows, complemented by soft shoji screens. Decorative elements include a vase with flowers.
Home in Omihachiman

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

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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
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A spacious living area features wooden walls and ceiling, with large windows allowing natural light. A green sofa is paired with a coffee table, while a dining table sits adjacent. A hammock is suspended from the ceiling, creating a relaxed atmosphere. Decorative items add a touch of warmth.
Cottage in Takashima

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.

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 420 reviews
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A light-filled living area is presented, featuring two dark sofas with soft cushions. A low wooden table is positioned in the center. Large windows provide a view of the peaceful garden, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.
Home in Takashima

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.

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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews
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Villa in Otsu

Kyoto Base for 10|Near Station,2 Baths 2 Parkings

Just a 15‑minute train ride from Kyoto Station, this private house sits in a quiet residential area and offers a relaxing stay. Located in Otsu City, it’s a 10‑minute walk from Hieizan Sakamoto Station, with easy access to Gion‑Shijo, Kiyomizu‑dera, and Higashiyama. Nearby are Enryaku‑ji and Lake Biwa. The calm, clean interior feels like “another home.” It hosts up to 10 guests, or 18 with the neighboring building. A fully equipped kitchen and nearby shops make long stays easy.

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4.84 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews
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Hut in Takashima

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.

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews
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The exterior view of a two-level wooden house is displayed, featuring palm trees and a gravel yard. A car park for three vehicles is visible, along with boats and kayaks stored under a covered area. Bright blue skies with scattered clouds provide a vivid backdrop.
Villa in Takashima

Lake Biwa Lakeside villa/

We have a Canadian house, just a stone through away from the beautiful Lake Biwa. Suitable place to stay for a big group of family / friends and a work trip. Sleeping arrangements: 6 bedrooms 12 beds 3 futons Facilities: 1 bathroom with a tub 1 shower room 2 toilets Fully equipped BBQ Grill Fire Place Canoe, kayak, and two SUP boards are available (May–October) free *only for ppl with experience and reservation required. Parking for up to 4 cars in the property

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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 539 reviews
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Cabin in Takashima

【連泊15%オフ】薪ストーブ&BBQデッキがあるログハウス一棟貸し|最大8名|メタセコイア車10分

滋賀県高島市、琵琶湖と箱館山に挟まれた豊かな自然の中に佇む1日1組限定の一棟貸しログハウス「グリーン・ビュー・ロッジ」です。 ご家族、ご友人グループ、女子会、連泊でのご滞在に最適な広々とした空間をご提供しています(最大8名様まで)。 ■ 充実の設備・特徴 ●薪ストーブ: 冬場(12月~3月)は薪ストーブの温もりの中でゆったりとお過ごしいただけます。 ●ウッドデッキ: 開放感のあるウッドデッキでバーベキューや星空鑑賞をお楽しみいただけます(BBQコンロ無料貸出)。 ●キッチン&カフェカウンター: 広々としたキッチンと雰囲気あるカウンターがあり、大人数での料理作りや食事・歓談にぴったりです。 ●インナーテラス: お天気を気にせず寛げる明るいインナーテラスを完備。 ■ 周辺観光・アクセス(お車での所要時間) メタセコイア並木: 車で約10分 箱館山スキー場 / パフェ専門店: 車で約6分 琵琶湖湖畔(今津エリア): 車で約7分 マキノ高原・温泉: 車で約15分 白髭神社: 車で約20分 最寄りスーパー・コンビニ: 車で約10分

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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews
Superhost
Home in Takashima

Lake Biwa view! Sauna Villa, Max 14, BBQ

A private villa just a 1-min walk to majestic Lake Biwa. Enjoy relaxing strolls and beautiful seasonal nature. ◇ Premium Sauna Features a private sauna and jacuzzi. The chilled plunge pool ensures an ice-cold, ultimate relaxation experience. ◇ Ideal for Groups Spacious for up to 14 guests. Enjoy an outdoor BBQ with scenic views (Free Wi-Fi). ◇ Prime Location Silent at night, this tranquil space offers deep relaxation for your mind and body.

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews
Superhost
An outdoor dining area features a wooden table set with a variety of dishes, glasses, and a decorative pineapple. A barrel sauna is visible in the background, alongside a barbecue grill. Lush greenery surrounds the space, creating a relaxing environment.
Villa in Takashima

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.

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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews
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Home in Otsu

Aogawara (青瓦、The Blue Roof)

A Quiet Home near Kyoto — Explore More, Rest Better. Aogawara is only 3 stops / 13 minutes by train from Kyoto Station- close enough for easy sightseeing, yet far enough to leave the crowds behind. This is a home for travelers who enjoy exploring during the day but want to return to somewhere quiet and comfortable. Experience everyday life in a Japanese neighborhood, with Lake Biwa nearby and everything you need for a relaxed stay.

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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
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The exterior of a two-story traditional Japanese house is displayed, featuring wooden paneling and a tiled roof. A manicured garden surrounds the entrance, which is adorned with decorative elements. The sky above is bright with a few wispy clouds, enhancing the overall serene ambiance.
Home in Otsu

京都から快速|琵琶湖徒歩8分の純和風一棟貸し・ペットOK びわ湖ありがとうハウス

JR近江舞子(Omi-Maiko)駅から徒歩10分、最寄りのびわ湖の浜まで徒歩8分の一戸建てまるごとの宿です。建物からはびわ湖を眺望することができます。また、ペット連れの滞在も大歓迎! 旅館やホテル、集団のグランピング宿のように気を遣うこともなく、ローカルな暮らしを楽しむことができます。光ファイバーインターネット、全館Wi-Fi利用可、プレイルームやお仕事用デスク、大型テレビでの地上波およびオンディマンドTVも使えます。数泊から長期滞在まで、大切な人やペットと、びわ湖暮らしをお楽しみ下さい。 1Fの床面は総無垢の床に、食用オイルだけでメンテナンスをしていますので人にもペットにも安全です。 感染および衛生対策として、居室全室!に屋外との換気が可能な換気扇(ロスナイ)とプラズマクラスターのエアコンを装備、扇風機やサーキュレーター多数、空気清浄機からオゾン殺菌装置もご用意しています。

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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews

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Other great holiday rentals in Lake Biwa

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Home in Takashima

Pastorale|琵琶湖近く、田園に包まれる一棟貸切

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews
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Home in Higashiomi

A trad house with garden views and open air bath

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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviews
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Home in Takashima

【琵琶湖徒歩4分】鳥の囀りに包まれるジャグジー&タイルデッキ&BBQを備えた全館床暖房の一棟貸し別荘

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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews
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Cabin in Takashima

北欧マウンテンキャビン高島|琵琶湖近く・焚き火・夕日・山の絶景

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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews
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Home in Otsu

京都駅から3駅13分。JAZZを楽しみ、暮らすように旅できる個性的な宿

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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews
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An open living and dining area features a large window showcasing a view of the lake. A modern dining table is surrounded by comfortable chairs, and a chandelier adds subtle elegance. Seasonal decorations can be seen in the foreground, enhancing the welcoming atmosphere.
Home in Otsu

Cozy Lake View House Near Kyoto / 家族に人気・無料駐車場

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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviews
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A traditional Japanese room features sliding shoji doors, revealing a serene garden view. A bright red umbrella is positioned outside, alongside lush greenery and jagged stones. Natural light illuminates the tatami mat flooring, enhancing the tranquil environment.
Home in Otsu

[古民家おにぎり]159㎡貸切/ 琵琶湖2分/京都40分/大人数BBQ

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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews
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Home in Otsu

Scenic & quiet entire house in nature

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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is Lake Biwa located?

    Lake Biwa sits in Shiga Prefecture on Japan’s main island of Honshu, surrounded by mountains and traditional towns. The area is near Kyoto and draws both residents and visitors interested in nature, culture, and local food.

  • When is the best time to visit Lake Biwa?

    Late spring and autumn are frequently suggested for exploring Lake Biwa, when temperatures are mild and outdoor views are vibrant with seasonal flowers or changing leaves. Summer brings warmer weather for water activities, while winter tends to be quieter with crisp air.

  • What are some things to do near Lake Biwa?

    Around Lake Biwa, you can explore activities like visiting historic shrines and castles, enjoying lake cruises, or relaxing at traditional hot spring inns. The area also has walking and cycling paths, as well as seasonal cherry blossom and autumn foliage viewing.

  • How is the weather near Lake Biwa?

    Lake Biwa experiences cool winters with temperatures ranging from 34–49°F (1–9°C) in January, and warm, humid summers reaching 76–92°F (25–33°C) in August. Spring and autumn are milder with moderate rainfall, making outdoor activities pleasant.

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