Prime Location - Traditional Japanese Home Away From Home

Property grounds
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

About this house rental

Located in Kyoto, this lovely house for $220 per night is a great choice for your next break. This charming and characteristic machiya townhouse is located on a quiet lane leading up to the Chawan-zaka approach to Kiyomizu Temple (an UNESCO World Heritage site), just minutes from the hustle and bustle of the busy souvenir shops and restaurants lining Ninnen-zaka and Sannen-zaka below the temple`s main gates. The interior offers a harmonious combination of Japanese design and beautiful antiques with modern features such as hardwood floors with beautiful carpets and a tatami room with a comfortable couch. Downstairs, there is well equipped full-sized kitchen. The dining area has a traditional Japanese antique "mizuya" cupboard and opens out on to a deck with a small Japanese garden beneath which flows a little stream from Kiyomizu temple. The sound of flowing stream, birds singing and the temple bells ringing give you much joy and set your mind at ease. There is a Western-style toilet and a full Japanese-style bath downstairs. The two bedrooms are upstairs and get plenty of light. The large, high ceiling-ed Japanese-style tatami mat bedroom sleeps up to 3 people in single futons with extra mattresses to get a good night's sleep. Across the hall, the Western bedroom has a queen-sized bed which is cozy and comfortable. The neighborhood in the Higashiyama district in which the house is located refers to Kyoto's eastern mountain range, and also the historic area which has been catering to tourists and pilgrims for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple is an especially popular destination for viewing the cherry blossoms and the autumn colors. Visit and explore a variety of temples, gardens, restaurants and coffee shops and the numerous shops selling traditional handicrafts and arts as you wander the steep and ancient back lanes paved with stone north to Yasaka Shrine (10 minutes) or Gion district (10 minutes) where the geisha ply their trade. Easy access to Fushimi Inari shrine which is famous for its thousands of vermilion Torii gates. From Kyoto Station, it’s 15 minutes by bus to the Gojo-zaka bus stop, a short walk from the house. Our delightful and charming house in Gion-Kiyomizu is perfectly located for enjoying the best the ancient city of Kyoto has to offer. Keywords: Kyoto, machiya, traditional, townhouse, Kiyomizu temple, Gion

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Garden

Map of Kyoto

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(123 Reviews)
5.0
Dec 2023
We had a wonderful two week stay in November in this charming, well located and very comfortable house. Everything written in previous reviews is true. The house is very well appointed with Japanese decor but Western comforts, full kitchen (with generous provisions) and dining area, a washer and dryer, a good bed and comfortable futons, effective heating in every room and plentiful hot water. The location is ideal, being in a very quiet small street, but within easy walking distance to many temples and gardens, supermarket, cafes and restaurants. Gion is an easy 15 minute walk through the quiet back streets. The bus to the CBD is 5 minutes walk at the end of the street and in 15 minutes you can be in the centre with all the department stores. There is also a taxi rank at the end of the street which we used for an easy departure with suitcases to Kyoto station, again only 10-15 drive away. Acco is a one of the best hosts we have encountered in many years of travel. She makes settling in very easy with very clear instructions for arrival, colour coded instructions for operations throughout the house and a personal tour of the house to understand stoves, air conditions etc. Nothing was too much trouble and she was immediately responsive and comprehensive in responding to our requests for information on everything from the sights to the best shops for gifts. We can’t thank Acco enough for making us feel so welcome and helping to make our stay in Kyoto so memorable.
5.0
Nov 2023
The house location is very convenient but on a quiet street. It is generously supplied with dishware, kitchenware, cooking oil, soy sauce, etc. The Japanese and western style mix works very well. Typical of many Japanese homes the stair to the second floor is quite steep but there is a good, strong handrail. The owner was extremely responsive and provides very helpful instructions with photos on the house and its appliances. We really enjoyed our stay which was a nice change from staying in hotels
5.0
Aug 2023
The house had a wonderful individual and artificial atmosphere, the japanese decoration was lovely. The kitchen was clean and had a good equipment ,everythig worked well and we all could sleep well. The surrounding area has a lot of good places to visit. Even to the restaurants we could walk. We are glad, that we could stay here.
5.0
Aug 2023
We adored the lovely historical house with all the modern amenities a family with 3kids would need! Location was perfect - on the way up the hill to Kiyomizu-dera, surrounded by tons of little adorable souvenir shops and cafes and history!! There are also many smaller shrines and beautiful, serene gardens all within walking distance where one can explore all week long. Even if it was 95°F+ all week, we still were able to walk everywhere, even to Yasaka-Jinja, the Kamogawa river, Nishiki Market, no problem. The house had great AC for the hot days, and a life-saving washer/dryer (a Dryer?! Unheard of in Japan!). We loved the area, and the kids loved going up and down the steep, Machiya-esque staircase and rooms, sleeping in futons and opening the shoji doors. Every detail was thought through, and Ms. Acco left clear instructions in each room (even sent an email beforehand), and left beautiful, elegant decorations all throughout the house. In every corner, a touch of Kyoto was found in her house. Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful home for almost 2 weeks! We’d love to come back again in the near future (maybe when it’s much cooler).
5.0
Jul 2023
We are a family of four with two teen daughters and we loved our 7-day stay at Acco's home. First off, Acco is a consummate professional and gracious host. From her consistent & speedy responses to her detailed and color-coded instructions to her personal tour of her home, her 15 years of doing this - and doing it with grace - is abundantly clear. She made us all feel welcome to Kyoto! Her home is located in a quiet tucked away road next to Sannezaka and down the road from Kiyomizu-dera Temple - both a 5-10 min walk. So, you are in the midst of key tourist sites but can quickly find respite from the crowds. To get to other sites in Kyoto, we used the bus (Gojozaka busstop) since that was closest (5-7 minute walk) and we were able to access all the sites we wanted quite easily. We went during Gion Matsuri and that was easily accessible by bus as well. Subway was too far to walk to during the July heat. The home itself was impeccable and it is clear that Acco has invested energy and thought into making this a home. Especially being on the road for a month, her home allowed us to spread out and have their own private space and decompress. Bed & futons were great. All rooms had AC to easily beat the July heat. Kitchen and dining room gave us a communal space and the well stocked kitchen allowed us to cook all our breakfasts and a few dinners quite easily. Combo washer/dryer was a treat and the only one I've seen that truly dries clothes. Overall, we'd come back in a heartbeat!!
5.0
Jun 2023
The property was in a great location, very walkable to a few of the best parts of Kyoto. The house itself was small but had enough room for my family of four. All of us ended up sleeping on the provided futons on the tatami floor, we all slept surprisingly well. Be warned of low doorways though, definitely bumped my head quite a few times so be careful. Also the stairs are quite steep so keep that in mind if you're bringing toddlers or small children.
5.0
Jun 2023
We had a perfect stay at the DaVinci glow and Acco and John were wonderful hosts! Acco met us at the home to check us in and we experienced a wonderful nighttime tour with John - highly recommend! The home was comfortable with a perfect blend of traditional Japanese and modern convenience. And so peaceful!! The location near Kyomozera was centrally located and in a calm and convenient area.
5.0
Jun 2023
We truly loved this very charming, authentic Japanese townhome! They did an incredible job keeping the space both historically authentic and stylish. It is on a very quiet residential alleyway adjacent to a tourist-filled shopping district that heads uphill toward the Kiyomizu Temple. Though it was so close to the action, It was incredibly quiet and the perfect spot! This side of Kyoto is so charming and quaint and the purveyors were so nice. Our hosts, Acco and David, were also very nice and accommodating. They checked on us daily and gave amazing suggestions of places to go and see as well as making reservations at local restaurants etc. We would highly recommend this rental!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Kyoto?

The average price for a rental in Kyoto is $97 per night. This rental is $123 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Prime Location - Traditional Japanese Home Away From Home. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Prime Location - Traditional Japanese Home Away From Home pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Prime Location - Traditional Japanese Home Away From Home?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and balcony / patio.

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