Located in Nara, this welcoming vacation home brings it all within your reach. Kojindo is just steps away while Nara Park is an easy 10-minute walk away. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Kyōbate Station, a short 15-minute walk away.

This 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental features a down comforter and climate-controlled air-conditioning. Connect to the free WiFi, or get cozy in front of the digital TV (streaming services available); there's also video games. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, a bidet, and free toiletries. The kitchenette is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing. Other amenities include bed sheets and climate-controlled heating.