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Kyoto's Beautiful Machiya House Near Gion, Sleeps 4! Kyoto Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 124239

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Location: Kyoto, Japan, Asia (Central, walk to shopping, sightseeing and transportation)

Accommodations:  Traditional Japanese Townhouse, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)

Welcome to Maeniiya, a traditional Japanese townhouse known as Machiya. Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, on a small cobble stone alley in the heart of the ancient city of Kyoto, you will find your home away from home.

This beautifully restored Machiya retains its old world charm and provides insight into the old way of life in Japan. It is conveniently located for sightseeing, with many of Kyoto's famous temples and shrines, shopping, dining and entertainment districts closeby. Kyoto's main shopping area called Shijo Karasuma, is only a 10 minute walk and the main train station is only a 15 minute walk.

***CLICK OWNER'S WEBSITE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION.***

Unlike hotels or Japanese inns, our Machiya is a private, romantic hideaway, where you have the place all to yourselves. You can walk the narrow alleys, visit temples, see Geishas in the Gion district and browse the antique stores. There are lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance.

This very old, two story wooden townhouse was completely renovated in March, 2007 and is fully furnished. On the first floor, you will find a Japanese living room looking out onto a small Japanese garden called Tsuboniwa, a fully equipped kitchen and a full bath. On the second floor, guests sleep on traditional high quality down feather Japanese Futons placed on a tatami mat floor. There is also a Den equipped with a computer with wireless high speed internet. It is also possible to watch TV and DVD/CDs on this computer.

Please enjoy Kyoto's old world charm in the modern comforts of our traditional Machiya townhouse. Please visit our website Maeniiya or contact us for more information.

Vacation Rental Features

  • Amenities
    • Air Conditioning: Air Conditioning in all rooms.
    • Washer
    • Dryer
    • Linens Provided
  • Entertainment
    • Cable/Satellite TV
    • DVD
    • CD Player
  • Kitchen
    • Full Kitchen
    • Cooking Utensils Provided
    • Refrigerator
    • Microwave
    • Ice Maker
  • Outdoor Features
    • Balcony: Small Japanese Garden
  • Communications
    • Computer: DVD, CDs
    • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
  • Other Amenities
    • Coffee Maker, Electric Kettle, Hair Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board, Vaccum Cleaner, Brand New Bathroom, Western Style Toilet.
  • Suitability
    • No Pets Allowed
    • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
    • Smoking Not Allowed
  • Activities (on site and nearby)
    • Shopping
    • Sightseeing
    • Restaurants
    • Antiquing
    • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
    • Live Theatre
    • Museums
  • Other Activities
    • In a convenient area, close to the main tourists attractions such as the Kawaramachi Geisha district, Kiyomizu Temple (currently nominated for one of the new 7 wonders of the world), Koudaiji Temple, Chionin Temple, Yasaka Shrine, Nishi Honganji Temple, Higashi Honganji Temple and the Nijojo Castle are all closeby

 

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

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Jan-Dec .. $170-$245/night .. $1190~$1610/week.
Tax is included in the price.
Payment by money order, personal cheque, VISA, Paypal, international wire transfer
Please consult about the price for a long-term stay.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

  • Credit Cards Accepted:

  • Visa

Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

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Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

Property Photos

Front view of Maeniiya - Kyoto Townhouse Rental in Japan
Front view of Maeniiya - Kyoto Townhouse Rental in Japan
Japanese room looking onto "Tsuboniwa" garden - Kyoto Townhouse Rental in Japan
Japanese room looking onto "Tsuboniwa" garden - Kyoto Townhouse Rental in Japan
Foyer - Kyoto Townhouse Rental in Japan
Foyer - Kyoto Townhouse Rental in Japan
Den on the second floor
Den on the second floor
Kitchen
Kitchen

Guest Comments (19)

  • 06/14/09
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      Just writing to tell you what a wonderful time we had at Maeniiya in Kyoto. The little house and its neighborhood gave us a small taste of living in the Kyoto of many years ago but with all the modern conveniences. We were sorry to leave. It was a special time for me and my friends. Sincerely, Ellen G.
  • 12/22/08
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      thank you once again for letting your Maeniiya in Kyoto! We spent 5 wonderful days in that really beautiful machiya in the end of august. We loved to live in this nice house with all its amenities and every place was so comfortably to be reached! We sometimes wish we could come back and the only mistake was not to book the machiya for one or two days longer.
  • 10/31/08
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      spent 8 nights, single female traveller, felt very safe, a beautiful renovated machiya in a lovely little alley close to everything. would absolutaly recommend. only thing no english tv. only wanted for news so felt a bit cut off from the world. but in hindsight was able to totally "live" in beautiful Kyoto.
  • 09/17/08
    Positive Rating
    Rob Luck , Issaquah, WA
    • We had a wonderful stay here. Conveniently located near major bus routes yet tucked away on a cobblestone lane. The owner was very accommodating and his sister in law Miho received us graciously and we knew she would always be available if we needed help. It has a very traditional feel yet comes with so many modern amenities. A perfect place to rest and recuperate from our many days of temple, museum and breathtaking vistas scattered throughout Kyoto. Be aware however: after a week in such a lovely city, you may never want to leave.
  • 07/10/08
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      Just writing to say what a wonderful time we had in Kyoto, staying at your machiya. We did some fabulous things while we were in Kyoto, the ‘normal’ touristy temples as well as some fun things such as dressing the girls up as Maiko for a morning. Maeniiya was a lovely haven of peace and calm, to wake up to in the morning, and to escape to at the end of hot days. And we loved exploring restaurants in your area, especially the yakiniku restaurant Fujimori and the modern sumibi restaurant on Nishinotoin – Maeda Carbon. You might want to include those on the map you give to guests. Thank you so much for such a great experience
  • 06/22/08
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      We just wanted to say thank you for renting us your wonderful townhouse. We all fell in love with Kyoto, and having a welcoming place to begin and end each day was a significant contributor to our feeling home away from home. We will recommend it to our friends and we hope to return sometime soon. Please give Miho our thanks again for her hospitality. Warm regards.
  • 04/22/08
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      I always enjoy renting apartments in busy, tourist cities as it gives me a chance to be in a neighbourhood I would not otherwise get to see. This Machiya is no exception - the decor and furnishings are simple, but everything is very clean and functions perfectly. I especially appreciated the quick reference cards provided that helped navigate the controls for the bath, laundry and air conditioning units. A great experience - highly recommended.
  • 04/21/08
    Positive Rating
    Sara , Fairfax, CA
    • We had a great stay at this house. It is lovley and very centrally located in Kyoto. It was perfect for our family of 3.
  • 04/02/08
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      It was a pleasure to meet your sister. We had a good arrival and we were happy that we were welcomed so nice from your sister. We enjoyed Kyoto with rain and sun and especially the famous cherry blossoms. Your Machiya is so charming. Your house is a great mixture of Japanese traditions and high-tech. We enjoyed the seating area in the living room with the great view into your lovely garden. It was a pleasure for us to sleep on futons.The bathroom with the Japanese high-tech was quite interesting and comfortable. At Friday morning we are going to leave. Thank you very much for the nice time in Kyoto Best greetings
  • 03/31/08
    Positive Rating
    Amy and Kevin Chan , Singapore
    • This was our second time to stay in this beautiful Machiya, and we just love it! It's our home away from home when we travel to Kyoto on business. Miho who lives very close to the Machiya is always so cheerful and tries very hard to help us in anyway possible, and we appreciate it very much. This time, Miho arranged a driver who took us on a day trip and showed us around some of the famous temples and shrines in Kyoto. It was wonderful! We hope to come back soon and thank you as always!

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Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

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