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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 strengthen your bond with your loved ones at a large, single-family home selected from the top 1% of properties, offering a quiet, barrier-free accommodation? 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.

[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

Complete with wood-fired sauna, Jacuzzi, and hot spring bath! Spectacular views of Lake Biwa right in front of you | BBQ available / Campfire / Accommodates up to 8 people | Smelt fishing
🌿LugStay Retreat Lake Biwa Equipped with a wood-fired sauna, jacuzzi, and water bath!Lake Biwa with a stunning view in front of you | BBQ available · Up to 8 people can stay It is a spacious and completely private 295 tsubo rental villa where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the luxury of "Totosu" while being surrounded by nature. Watching Lake Biwa right in front of you, sweat in the wood-burning sauna, and refresh yourself in the water bath and jacuzzi.At night, you can enjoy a BBQ on the terrace and spend a relaxing time under the stars. It can accommodate up to 8 people, making it ideal for families and groups.With a simple but comfortable space and well-equipped facilities, you can enjoy a pleasant stay regardless of the season. 《Surrounding Access》 About 50 minutes by car from Grance Snow to Okuibuki There are plenty of sightseeing opportunities in the surrounding area, such as fishing for smelt and black bass in winter and lake activities in summer. Dive in Lake Biwa after enjoying the BBQ and sauna🏊

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.

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
[NEW in January 2026 | Open Sale in Progress] 3 stations to Kyoto Station in 11 minutes, and about 45 minutes to Osaka Station. It is a convenient location for sightseeing, with Lake Biwa just a 10-minute drive away. Good access from Tokyo and Kansai airports by Shinkansen + Kyoto ◎ You can spend time quietly and slowly, as if you were living there Japanese designer antique house. Enjoy a relaxing and modern Japanese space where you can forget about everyday life. A fully equipped dressing room that will delight women. It is an ideal accommodation for families, friends, and couples.

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.

白川青柳庵別邸 祇園近く白川沿いの静寂に佇む一棟貸し町屋 廚具洗濯機とWi‑Fi完備、東山駅徒歩4分
Shirakawa Seiryu-an Bettei | Up to 8 guests | Entire private Kyoto machiya Shirakawa Seiryu-an is located on the eastern side of the Shirakawa River in a quiet area of Gion. It is within walking distance of Gion, Yasaka Shrine, Chion-in Temple, and Heian Shrine. The house offers free Wi-Fi, a washer-dryer, a fully equipped kitchen, and baby amenities on request (baby crib and chair). Situated in a car-free area near the Shirakawa riverside, it provides a calm and relaxing stay.

Kamogawa View Machiya | Indoor Glamping | TabiTabi
TabiTabi Kamogawa is a private Machiya house for one group per day, located along the Kamogawa River in Kyoto. From the living room and balcony you can enjoy beautiful river views and the changing seasons — cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, colorful autumn leaves, and quiet winter scenery. Birds often fly across the river, creating a peaceful Kyoto atmosphere. The sunroom also features an indoor glamping tent for a unique stay with family or friends.

Aogawara (The Blue Roof)
Showa Retro House with Easy Access to Kyoto & Osaka. Enjoy the best of both worlds—excellent access to top sightseeing spots and a quiet, relaxing local neighborhood. With two convenient train lines nearby, you can easily explore Kyoto, Osaka, and Otsu’s historic sites during the day. After a day of sightseeing, return to a calm, non-touristy area where you can truly unwind. The shores of Lake Biwa are also just a 15-minute walk away, perfect for a peaceful stroll.

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

Quiet Countryside 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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[Entire property | Ideal for 4 people] A single building inn where you can be soothed by the warmth of wood | Quiet moments | Maximum 6 people

1 group per day, 6 people can stay, 1 free parking, soundproofing, 10 minutes walk from JR Nagahama Station, near sightseeing spots

Hikone Station 4 minutes on foot/Hikone Castle 15 minutes on foot/Up to 14 people/Private house

Traditional rural kominka house / 159 square meters (1,700 square feet) / 40 minutes from Kyoto Station / 2-minute walk from Lake Biwa / BBQ / Parking for 2 cars

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

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

Japanese Garden/Old Private House/Japanese House/Kyoto/Shiga/Lake Biwa/Free Parking for 2 Vehicles/Up to 6 People/Experience Traditional Japanese Living

Kyoto Forest Villa: Sauna, Jacuzzi, Up to 8 Guests
Lake access cottage rentals

Entire studio room for rent on the shore of Lake Biwa [Biwako]

【Near Lake Biwa!】Cottage with Onsen(No Pets)/4 ppl

Private villa by Lake Biwa [SAKURA]

Enjoy a seasonal trip at a villa with a hot spring on the shore of Lake Biwa

Lakefront Escape. Full House on the Shores of Biwa
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2-minute walk to Hagi Beach, one of Japan's top 100 beaches. A private facility with a lawn garden, terrace, fireplace, and large screen.

Moku Base ~ Old Private House Entertainment Inn ~

It takes five minutes on foot to reach Inari Tais

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

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.

Points Blue (Lake House 1)

【三米琵琶湖】鶴舞みずうみ水泳場びわ湖テラススキーコーヒーbiwalake

【Hub-Fun】Accommodates up to 10guests/Pet-friendly
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