Holiday houses in Shiga Prefecture

You will be renting the entire Edo period doso.Relax in a hideaway near a convenience store.

We renovated a two-story storehouse built in the Edo period and made it into a guest house. Although it is not spacious, a kitchen with an IH cooking heater is installed on the first floor, while maintaining the atmosphere of a storehouse with its earthen walls and thick beams. The first and second floors are equipped with air conditioning for a comfortable stay. You can experience the sound insulation, summer coolness, and winter warmth unique to a storehouse. If you like, you can enjoy coffee made with freshly ground beans. Sister-gawa Onsen and Ibuki Yakuza-Yu are about 15 minutes away by car. We can provide you with a ticket for Sankawa Onsen (cheaper than the regular price). Please contact us about pick-up and drop-off. There are many tourist spots unique to Nagahama, which has often been the stage of history. Hikone Castle, a National Treasure, Toyotomi Hideyoshi's Nagahama Castle, the birthplace of Ishida Mitsunari, one of Japan's leading mountain castles, Otaki, the site of the battle, and others. It is also less than 20 minutes by car to the Sekigahara Battlefield. In addition to the area around Lake Biwa, there are plenty of non-historical attractions such as Japan's oldest railway station building, Nagahama Railway Square, the Yanmar Museum where children can play, and Kurobane Square. You can also enjoy gourmet food such as Omi beef, duck cuisine, grilled mackerel somen, noodles, salad bread, duck, and small ayu.

[3 futons for rent] 8 minutes on foot from Nagahama Station/small children can stay

[Relaxing moments in a historic townhouse] 8 minutes on foot from JR Nagahama Station. This is a charming guest house that has been carefully renovated in a 140-year-old townhouse.You can spend a little time away from everyday life in a nostalgic and calm atmosphere. All bedding is futon, so small children can use it with peace of mind. This accommodation has no landlord or other users.You can enjoy the luxury of having the entire house to yourself. [For workation or time with friends] On the first floor, there is a dirt floor and a shared space, and we have a quiet space where you can concentrate on reading, work, and study. We can prepare up to 3 futons in the Japanese-style room, so children sleeping with their parents can stay at no extra cost. It is 45 minutes by car from Grand Snow Okuibuki, and access is good.It is also recommended as a base for ski trips. <Room configuration> 1st floor Japanese-style room (maximum 3 people) [Parking for 2 cars and indoor bicycle storage available] Parking is free for up to 2 cars. Bicycles can be stored in the spacious indoor dirt floor.Cyclists can also use it with peace of mind.

10 minutes by car to Hakoan-yama, rural landscape detached rental, Ran Sikari

View of Takenobu Island, Mt. Ibuki, and Mt. Hakodate In this countryside Away from excessive things and information We wanted you to have a peaceful time without being close. I hear frogs and birds singing Winter is a silver world At night, there are few lights around. The moon and starry sky are beautiful It's also a great environment for creative activities and ideas. Skateboarding in the garden on sunny days The time to brew your coffee with a sense of calmness It's irreplaceable Nearby Lake Biwa is thanks to spring water. You can swim in the summer with high clarity Where the water is delicious, there is good alcohol. We offer recommended local sake. In winter, it is close to Hakodateyama ski resort. Throughout the year, you can feel close to nature and the four seasons. Metasekoia trees 15-minute drive from Roadside Station It's an old-fashioned rural landscape like a little time from Kyoto. Enjoy your stay To help you feel this climate We encourage you to stay at least 2 nights * Because it is rural, it is very inconvenient without a car.If you use the train, we recommend renting a car near Makino Station.

1 1 day · 6 people can stay · 1 no fee parking · Soundproof house · JR Nagahama Station 10 · Close to the viewing spot

Our Japanese-style room can accommodate up to 6 people. Limited to one group per day, so it's okay to talk until late at night! Fully equipped kitchen, you can bring in food and have a party. The bathroom and toilet are separate. Free parking available for 1 car. Check-in: 3 pm - 6 pm Check-out: by 12:00 About 10 minutes on foot from JR Nagahama Station. Kitchen Amenities Large refrigerator, IH stove, microwave, electric pot, oven toaster, frying pan, 2 types of hollow pots, paper plates, paper cups, and disposable chopsticks, Bathroom facilities Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, face wash, and hair dryer * There are no towels (bath towels, hand towels). Please bring your own. Other Facilities 1 toilet, air conditioner, gas heater, parking for 1 car There are many restaurants within walking distance Among them, I recommend the Italian restaurant "cisoqui", which opened in June 2024 * Reservations required at least 3 days in advance Ciscoqui's Instagram @cisoqui_dal2024

Lakefront Villa Enjoy the four seasons by Lake Biwa Private house rental

A house in a quiet villa area on the shore of Lake Biwa. The location is surrounded by idyllic countryside with white sand Aomatsu lakes right in front of you.Adjacent to Lake Biwa and Wada-da River, you can enjoy the natural scenery of the four seasons in less than 100 steps on foot.Blue skies, expansive lakes, white sand and green trees.Sunrises and sunsets floating on the lake.In the winter, snow play in the lakefront park, watch the water birds, and swans, cycle along the lakeshore roads in the spring, lake bathing, fishing, barbaking in the garden in the summer, and rich countryside dyed with golden colors in autumn...Forget about your daily hassle and have a relaxing time. There is also a small supermarket about a 10-minute walk away, a few large spurs within a 10-minute drive (Baro-, Heiando Azumikawa, Yasumikawa, etc.), and many restaurants.

11 mins from Kyoto Stn by train | Private House

GUEST HOUSE Hotori is a quiet, traditional house near Japan’s largest lake, with great access to Kyoto Station. After sightseeing, unwind in the tatami rooms surrounded by Japanese decor. Access: 11 minutes (3 stops) to JR Kyoto Station. Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu, and Toji Temple are 20–30 minutes away. 47 minutes to JR Osaka Station. Stations: 7-minute walk from JR Zeze Station. Nearby/All on foot: Drugstore with groceries 2 min Coin parking 4 min Local bathhouse 3 min Convenience store 5 min

Kyoto13min/4ppl/WideKing Bed/3minStation/Lake Area

Our place is in Ishiyama,just 13 min from Kyoto and 50 min from Osaka. It’s a peaceful town near the southern tip of Lake Biwa, with rivers, nature, and history. You can enjoy quiet stays away from the busy city, explore Ishiyama-dera Temple, or go cycling along the lakeside. Try amazing Omi Beef, one of Japan’s top 3 wagyu! Walk by the Seta River, relax in nature, and visit nearby spots like MIHO Museum, Hikone Castle and more. The room has warm lighting and a 240cm-wide bed for perfect rest.

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.

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.

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.

Japanese‑Modern Private Floor/ Kyoto 20m/ Biwa 5m

Japanese-Modern Floor Rental with a little Garden | 20 min Kyoto, 5 min Lake Biwa by Bike A bright, open Japanese-modern suite bathed in soft shoji light. You’ll have the whole house to yourself — the entire first floor (except the staff room) is private; the locked second floor stays empty. There are restaurants, cafés, a supermarket, and a 7-Eleven only minutes away, making daily life very easy. You can enjoy a relaxed stay away from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto.

"Kyoto's Oyasuji" is a private townhouse 5 minutes on foot from Keihan Shimizu Gojo Station.

Our inn was apparently built in the early Showa period. We have renovated the bathroom and kitchen areas to make your stay more comfortable while still retaining the charm of the townhouse, such as the low ceilings and narrow, steep stairs. Why not try experiencing a bit of Kyoto life? Please note that we will charge a local accommodation tax (200 yen per person per night) in addition to the accommodation fee. The price is scheduled to increase from March 2026.