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10 minutes to Kyoto Station/Maximum 10 people/Lake Biwa/4 bedrooms/5 minutes walk to Otsu Station/Children are welcome/2 tram lines possible/Parking available
Want to connect with loved ones in a large detached, tranquil place to stay? 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.

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
Simple breakfast is provided free of charge (bread, coffee, milk, water) Kyoto International Kokusai House Station Exit 1 free pick up to villa, Japanese style villa, total area 1000sqm, Traditional Japanese tatami room, can accommodate 1 3 guests, 13 mattresses, 3 toilets, 3 bathrooms (a jacuzzi bath with hot water 24 hours, two steam barrels), you can BBQ in the spacious courtyard, karaoke, drink tea, swing, enjoy pond koji carp.Cooker, Refrigerator, Microwave Oven, Cutlery and Dishes as well as Free Tea, Wi-Fi, Bus Hachine Bridge Station Get off at Hatse Bridge Station Walking The house is only 3 minutes away, Steamed🧖 Sauna Sauna🧖♀️ Amenities Shampoo, Conditioner, Body wash, hand wash • Toothbrushes, toothpaste, dish soap • • Bath towels and Face towels • Pajamas (rental) * We will not clean up your room during your stay Sightseeing Ryuriko-in Temple, Sansen-in Temple, Kinkakuji, Ginkakuji, Heian-jingu Shrine, Kiyomizudera, Gion, Nijo-jo Castle, Arashiyama, Togetsubashi, Fushimi Inari shrine, Lake Biwa.

Kyoto Station 10 minutes 8 people_4BR_Villa Ishiba-Otsu by Kyoto_Villa Ishiba-Otsu
"Villa Ishiba-Otsu by Kyoto" is a private house that can accommodate up to 8 people. It is a spacious and great place to stay for the whole group to enjoy.We'd love to have you here! Villa is a 10-minute walk from JR Otsu Station, and Otsu Station is a 10-minute train ride from Kyoto Station.It is also a 4-minute walk from Keihan Ishiba Station to Sanjo Keihan Station, which is 30 minutes by train. The shore of Lake Biwa is also a 7-minute walk. ※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※ The accommodation is located in a very quiet residential neighborhood, and the houses are dense, so banquets, parties, etc. are prohibited. In addition, we do not accept student group bookings as of so far. After 9 pm, please refrain from making loud voices or sounds. ※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※

[Liuyunzhuang · Lakeside Residence] Entire house for rent, 5 minutes walk to Lake Biwa, 10 minutes to JR Otsu Station, cozy and comfortable, close to convenience stores and supermarkets, convenient for daily life
The homestay was renovated from a Japanese-style residence, combining modern Japanese house and traditional Japanese style.The homestay is equipped with very comfortable modern facilities, kitchen, bathrooms, bathrooms, toilets. The homestay is located in Lake Biwa, about 5 minutes on foot Lake Biwa Lake, about 8 minutes on foot JR Otsu station to JR Otsu station to Kyoto 7min.There are convenient stores, coffee shops, bars, restaurants, etc. within 5-10 minutes on foot, and transportation is convenient!

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

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.

Cozy Lake View House Near Kyoto / 家族に人気・無料駐車場
琵琶湖を一望できるプライベート貸切の和モダン空間へようこそ! 琵琶湖沿いに立つ希少な一軒家で、2階と3階をまるごと貸切でお使いいただけます。立地も抜群で、ブランチ大津京、スターバックス、ラーメン店、MEGAドン・キホーテが徒歩圏内にあり、日常の便利さを楽しめる最高の宿泊先です。 物件の特徴: 貸切スペース:3階建ての2階と3階を完全貸切でご利用いただけます。1階部分はオーナー専用の管理エリアですが、独立した入り口があるためプライバシーも安心です。 2階:広々としたリビング・ダイニングに浴室完備。トイレは2階と3階それぞれにあります。 3階:畳敷きの和室が2部屋あり、2階のモダンな空間とは異なる日本の伝統的な雰囲気を満喫していただけます。敷布団での寝具をご用意しており、本格的な和の体験を楽しめます。 その他のポイント: リラックス環境:家の前に幹線道路があるため車の音が聞こえますが、周りに住宅が少なく、お子様連れでも気兼ねなく過ごせます。 便利な立地:周辺にはショッピングや食事を楽しめる施設が充実しています。琵琶湖の美しい眺めと共に、和の空間で心癒される滞在をぜひご体験ください。

A house along the Kamogawa river/with two bicycles/within walking distance of Fushimi Inari Taisha, Tofukuji Temple, Sanjusangen-do
★Japanese Old Wooden House (Kyoto Machiya) YOROKOBU INN is renovated by one with a history of nearly 50 years old Japanese wooden house , so it is called Machiya in Japan. In the Saving Machiya pattern basically and added a bit of modern architectural style. •Japanese Style Bedroom and Lobby " Two Japanese style bedrooms (2~5people ) " One Japanese Style Lobby (1~2people ) You can enjoy the Japanese Tatami and Cotatu here. ❤︎ The others please refer to the owner's Guide Book on Airbnb.

It takes five minutes on foot to reach Inari Tais
The whole house is covered by WiFi. The kitchen is fully equipped with an induction cooker, refrigerator, microwave oven and oven A traditional Japanese-style detached house with a small garden. It has two floors in total, with one Western-style bedroom on the ground floor. An elegant tea room. There is a kitchen and a dining room. There are two Japanese-style bedrooms upstairs. There are separate bathrooms and private bathrooms on the upper and lower floors respectively, which can

Quiet Nature Home, 15m to Kyoto, Sleeps 8, Parking
Just 15 minutes by direct train from Kyoto Station, our spacious home with a quiet garden offers a peaceful stay surrounded by nature, away from city crowds. Visit Kyoto’s top sights like Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi Inari, and Gion easily. Sleeps up to 8, ideal for families or groups, with toys for children. A convenience store, supermarket, and 24h drugstore are nearby. Osaka is 50 minutes away, with free parking for 3 cars. Perfect for sightseeing, nature walks, and a calm getaway.

Shirakawa Seiryu-an is close to many attractions.
Shirakawa Seiryu-an, located on the east side of the Shirakawa River, is near Gion, Yasaka Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera, and Heian Shrine, making it ideal for tourists. An 8-minute walk from Higashiyama Subway Station, Sanjo Keihan Station, and a bus stop, with 24-hour convenience stores and laundromats nearby. Shirakawa Seiryu-an is a century-old Kyoto townhouse in a car-free area, offering a peaceful stay. Free Wi-Fi is available, and strollers or baby seats can be requested.

Yon Stay by Lake Biwa
Welcome to our cozy family retreat! We’re excited to host you and hope you feel right at home. Just a short stroll away, you’ll find a beautiful park and promenade along the serene shores of Lake Biwa—perfect for leisurely walks. Our location is only 15 minutes by train from the nearest station to Kyoto and a short 20-30 minute drive. If you're up for an adventure, head north Mt. Hira, or visit the stunning World Heritage Site, Hira-san Enryaku-ji on Mt. Hiei.
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11 minutes to Kyoto, within walking distance of Lake Biwa, family friendly

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A hidden inn where you can enjoy jazz and Lake Biwa, 3 stations and 13 minutes from Kyoto station

[House Fushimi]Fushimi Inari area, Japanese garden
Magazine-featured Certified 1918 Kyo-Machiya

Cozy Rosy House 10 min to Kyoto, Room 3

Old private house overlooking a Japanese garden Kyoto Station Train 16 minutes/1 group per day only/Sentocho, Gion, Lake Biwa No train transfer/Up to 6 people

House with a view of the biggest lake in Japan
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[Kyoto Hatsune] Twin room with bathroom, Room 202

③ 10 mins to JR Kyoto Station, 2 stops, free pick-up from Otsu Station, 10 mins walk to Otsu Station, free parking (reservation required) C

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