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≪10 min to Gion≫ "Kiyomizu Bettei" Family and baby friendly near Kiyomizu temple
Vacation home with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Kiyomizu Temple
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8807.3 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Kyoto, Kyoto
- Place, Hokanji Temple3 min walk
- Place, Kiyomizu Temple6 min walk
- Place, Yasaka Shrine9 min walk
- Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Japanese tatami bedroom 2
4 Twin Futons
Japanese tatami bedroom 2F2
2 Twin Futons
Western bedroom 1F
2 Twin Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1F
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2F
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
≪10 min to Gion≫ "Kiyomizu Bettei" Family and baby friendly near Kiyomizu temple
Hello, everyone. We are Miyabi team and all staffs are Japanese.
We love to support our guests' travel.
If you want to know local information, please feel free to ask us!
We can also recommend local information and restaurants for you!
What we did as our hospitality for our guests.
・Meeting up with our guests at the house
・Send a information of events
・Making reservations of restaurants
・Making reservations of tickets of Geisha shows, Miyako Odori
・Applying tickets of SAIHOJI ( Kokedera : Moss temple )
・Helping our guests' travel plan before they arrive
・Taking our guests to the doctors
・Sending information of Typhoon and disaster information in advance
・Providing baby items ( Baby items are free: high chair, baby plates, baby potty and baby bath. ) We can prepare a baby cot for under 1 year old!
※Please contact us in advance if you need them.
・Sending stuffs our guests left
・Sending airmail with pictures
・Sending snacks which our guests asked us to send. ( Ex, One of our guests enjoyed Kyoto snacks and they sent us a e-mail that they want to eat the same snacks again for kid's birthday. )
We would like to be the best host for you!
Kyoto is famous for having been the ancient capital of Japan, dating back over 1200 years. The sheer beauty of the temples, shrines, gardens and culture imbued within, makes Kyoto one of the most revered places in the world.
Kiyomizu Bettei is one unit of Kyo Machiya Miyabi in Kiyomizu area, a big Kyoto traditional house.
Kiyomizu Bettei is being meticulously preserved with the traditional techniques that have been handed down over the centuries. While sticking to tradition is important for the architect, updating the facilities, such as a nice bathroom, high-tech toilet, kitchen, heating floor, air condition , wifi, are just as important to meet the present day needs of our selective clientele. The delicate balance between 'old and new' is what sets this apart.
You can see the large courtyard from the living room.
Kiyomizu Bettei is at the foot of Kiyomizu Temple, which has been designated a World Cultural Heritage, and is very convenient for visiting by walking distance many others famous temples, shrines, downtown, and Gion, the most famous Geisha district!
Enjoy Kyoto and the distinctive features of the local townhomes by staying in a real Machiya, feeling the natural way of living and the change of seasons which distinguishes Kyoto 's culture and its people.
City buses or rental bikes can take you to most famous sites in Kyoto within 30 minutes.
Please see our other 3 listings in the nearest place:Shofu-an VRBO#438156 & Bairin-an VRBO#438160
In Sanjo-Kamanza area other 2 listings: Shimoza-an VRBO#514790 & Kamiza-an VRBO#514588
In Aneyakoji area other 2 listings: Kaede VRBO#1077968 & Satsuki VRBO#1077956
kaede and Satsuki are rented as a whole house #1275901
Kyoto is waiting for you!
RATES:
Payments are charged in Japanese Yen.
US$ rates for reference only.
※ When you check in, please pay accommodation tax of Kyoto government.
This accommodation tax is not included in rental cost of the house.
Please pay by cash. The tax fee is depends on how much you payed for your rental cost.
If your rental cost is under 20000 JPY per person per night, the tax is 200 JPY per person per night.
(EX) If you are 3 people and you stay 3 nights, the accommodation tax will be
200 JPY × 3 people × 3 nights = 1800 JPY
If your rental cost is 20000 JPY to 49,999 JPY per person per night, the tax is 500 JPY per person per night.
(EX) If you are 2 people and you stay 2 nights, the accommodation tax will be
500 JPY × 2 people × 2 nights = 2000 JPY
⇒ [Accommodation Tax Change Notice]
Accommodation tax will change for stays after March 1, 2026
Accommodation Rates (per person per night): Less than 6,000 yen: 200 yen
Accommodation Rates (per person per night): 6,000 yen or more but less than 20,000 yen: 400 yen
Accommodation Rates (per person per night): 20,000 yen or more but less than 50,000 yen: 1,000 yen
====================================================
This listing is new on VRBO, that is why we do not have many reviews here yet.
There are some reviews we got from other website.
Please check them for your reference.
#1
This home was perfect for our family of 8. The futons were incredibly comfortable to sleep on and the bathrooms were great. It was in a very convenient location, which allowed us to explore all over the city. The convenience store is just a block away and a larger grocery store is about 3 blocks away, a very easy walk. The house was very nice and a good mix of amenities in a more traditional style home. Also, a nice touch for cold days/nights is that the floors are heated. The hosts are very attentive, and even provided directions to show the taxi from Kyoto Station, which were very helpful. We we completely satisfied and very comfortable here!
#2
Beautiful home design in a perfect location at the base of kiomizu temple. Tatami mats were surprisingly comfortable to sleep on and improved our japan experience! Easy walk out of the door to visit tons of temples and easy to catch the bus to Kyoto train station. Lots of restaurants and convenience stores just steps away. Owners were very responsive and helpful! They provide maps and have books of local sights of interest which are very helpful!
#3
The house was very nice and clean, everything are new for us to use and the services provided were excellent as well. Hope that I can come again soon!
※When the stay is shorter than 2 nights as requested Yen 5.000 is added on the total amount for extra fees.
====================================================
※Non smoking
※Check in time is 4 PM - 8 PM
(Leaving luggage before check in time (after 11:30 am) is available, please feel free to ask us if you need it.)
If you arrive later than 8pm, please let us know.
We are not always at the house, please kindly let us know your arrival time in advance.
We will wait for you at the house.
※Please let us know the number of people correctly.
If the number of people is different from the number you actually book with, we will charge you extra.
Person not registered for accommodation must refrain from staying overnight in the room.
Please feel free to ask to us for any questions.
We love to support our guests' travel.
If you want to know local information, please feel free to ask us!
We can also recommend local information and restaurants for you!
What we did as our hospitality for our guests.
・Meeting up with our guests at the house
・Send a information of events
・Making reservations of restaurants
・Making reservations of tickets of Geisha shows, Miyako Odori
・Applying tickets of SAIHOJI ( Kokedera : Moss temple )
・Helping our guests' travel plan before they arrive
・Taking our guests to the doctors
・Sending information of Typhoon and disaster information in advance
・Providing baby items ( Baby items are free: high chair, baby plates, baby potty and baby bath. ) We can prepare a baby cot for under 1 year old!
※Please contact us in advance if you need them.
・Sending stuffs our guests left
・Sending airmail with pictures
・Sending snacks which our guests asked us to send. ( Ex, One of our guests enjoyed Kyoto snacks and they sent us a e-mail that they want to eat the same snacks again for kid's birthday. )
We would like to be the best host for you!
Kyoto is famous for having been the ancient capital of Japan, dating back over 1200 years. The sheer beauty of the temples, shrines, gardens and culture imbued within, makes Kyoto one of the most revered places in the world.
Kiyomizu Bettei is one unit of Kyo Machiya Miyabi in Kiyomizu area, a big Kyoto traditional house.
Kiyomizu Bettei is being meticulously preserved with the traditional techniques that have been handed down over the centuries. While sticking to tradition is important for the architect, updating the facilities, such as a nice bathroom, high-tech toilet, kitchen, heating floor, air condition , wifi, are just as important to meet the present day needs of our selective clientele. The delicate balance between 'old and new' is what sets this apart.
You can see the large courtyard from the living room.
Kiyomizu Bettei is at the foot of Kiyomizu Temple, which has been designated a World Cultural Heritage, and is very convenient for visiting by walking distance many others famous temples, shrines, downtown, and Gion, the most famous Geisha district!
Enjoy Kyoto and the distinctive features of the local townhomes by staying in a real Machiya, feeling the natural way of living and the change of seasons which distinguishes Kyoto 's culture and its people.
City buses or rental bikes can take you to most famous sites in Kyoto within 30 minutes.
Please see our other 3 listings in the nearest place:Shofu-an VRBO#438156 & Bairin-an VRBO#438160
In Sanjo-Kamanza area other 2 listings: Shimoza-an VRBO#514790 & Kamiza-an VRBO#514588
In Aneyakoji area other 2 listings: Kaede VRBO#1077968 & Satsuki VRBO#1077956
kaede and Satsuki are rented as a whole house #1275901
Kyoto is waiting for you!
RATES:
Payments are charged in Japanese Yen.
US$ rates for reference only.
※ When you check in, please pay accommodation tax of Kyoto government.
This accommodation tax is not included in rental cost of the house.
Please pay by cash. The tax fee is depends on how much you payed for your rental cost.
If your rental cost is under 20000 JPY per person per night, the tax is 200 JPY per person per night.
(EX) If you are 3 people and you stay 3 nights, the accommodation tax will be
200 JPY × 3 people × 3 nights = 1800 JPY
If your rental cost is 20000 JPY to 49,999 JPY per person per night, the tax is 500 JPY per person per night.
(EX) If you are 2 people and you stay 2 nights, the accommodation tax will be
500 JPY × 2 people × 2 nights = 2000 JPY
⇒ [Accommodation Tax Change Notice]
Accommodation tax will change for stays after March 1, 2026
Accommodation Rates (per person per night): Less than 6,000 yen: 200 yen
Accommodation Rates (per person per night): 6,000 yen or more but less than 20,000 yen: 400 yen
Accommodation Rates (per person per night): 20,000 yen or more but less than 50,000 yen: 1,000 yen
====================================================
This listing is new on VRBO, that is why we do not have many reviews here yet.
There are some reviews we got from other website.
Please check them for your reference.
#1
This home was perfect for our family of 8. The futons were incredibly comfortable to sleep on and the bathrooms were great. It was in a very convenient location, which allowed us to explore all over the city. The convenience store is just a block away and a larger grocery store is about 3 blocks away, a very easy walk. The house was very nice and a good mix of amenities in a more traditional style home. Also, a nice touch for cold days/nights is that the floors are heated. The hosts are very attentive, and even provided directions to show the taxi from Kyoto Station, which were very helpful. We we completely satisfied and very comfortable here!
#2
Beautiful home design in a perfect location at the base of kiomizu temple. Tatami mats were surprisingly comfortable to sleep on and improved our japan experience! Easy walk out of the door to visit tons of temples and easy to catch the bus to Kyoto train station. Lots of restaurants and convenience stores just steps away. Owners were very responsive and helpful! They provide maps and have books of local sights of interest which are very helpful!
#3
The house was very nice and clean, everything are new for us to use and the services provided were excellent as well. Hope that I can come again soon!
※When the stay is shorter than 2 nights as requested Yen 5.000 is added on the total amount for extra fees.
====================================================
※Non smoking
※Check in time is 4 PM - 8 PM
(Leaving luggage before check in time (after 11:30 am) is available, please feel free to ask us if you need it.)
If you arrive later than 8pm, please let us know.
We are not always at the house, please kindly let us know your arrival time in advance.
We will wait for you at the house.
※Please let us know the number of people correctly.
If the number of people is different from the number you actually book with, we will charge you extra.
Person not registered for accommodation must refrain from staying overnight in the room.
Please feel free to ask to us for any questions.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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Check out before 11:00 AM
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Pets
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
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About the neighborhood
Kyoto
Located in Kyoto, this vacation home is in the city center. Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting.

Kyoto, Kyoto
What's nearby
- Hokanji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Kiyomizu Temple - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Gion Corner - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Yasaka Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Kawaramachi Street - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- 油そば ねこまた - 2 min walk
- Kiyomizu 京都東山 - 3 min walk
- Loose Kyoto - 2 min walk
- 京都勝牛清水五条坂店 - 4 min walk
- ICHiMARU5 - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Nov 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steven L.
Nov 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steven L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stacey H.
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stacey H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Neil S.
Jul 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A few days out in Kyoto
Neil S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin L.
Apr 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Helpful manager, great house, super location
Kevin L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eric A B.
Jul 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Eric A B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trent G.
Mar 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The customer service was excellent and feedback from staff was very quick and helpful.
Trent G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
sammy c.
Apr 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
sammy c.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ing
May 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for our Kyoto stay
Ing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
John U., Atlanta
Jul 7, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem near Kiyomizu-dera
John U.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
Stewart B.
Jun 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and good location
Stewart B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Oliver F.
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely House
Oliver F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
San T.
Aug 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kyoto stay
San T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy E.
Jul 28, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was in the perfect location and had all the amenities a group would need.
Amy E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Robert L.
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodations for a family of 5
Robert L.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eric
Aug 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Eric
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda T.
May 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, convenient. Just plain perfection.
Linda T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Justin B., Toronto
Oct 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, comfortable stay.
Justin B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melody M.
Mar 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay at a beautiful machiya
Melody M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Susarah L.
Jan 14, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to Gion area and accessible to bus stops
Susarah L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Mayumi W.
Dec 23, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Mayumi W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Hui M., HANG ZHOU
Aug 27, 2018
It`s very nice house
Hui M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
About the host
Hosted by Toshimitsu Negishi
Hello, everyone!
The team manages the townhouse.
We are 2 woman and 2 male who live in Kyoto and Osaka!
We will do our best to support you during your stay.
Your trip to Kyoto will surely be a special trip.
Please feel free to contact us anytime!
The team manages the townhouse.
We are 2 woman and 2 male who live in Kyoto and Osaka!
We will do our best to support you during your stay.
Your trip to Kyoto will surely be a special trip.
Please feel free to contact us anytime!
Why they chose this property
I liked the typical 'eel' shape as called in Kyoto (the front side is not so wide and the house extends in length). I thought it could be so nice to preserve this townhouse and make our guests even for few days to live as Kyoto people lived for centuries with traditions plus a more today comfort in the daily house use.
What makes this property unique
This house is renovated in Feb 2018, it has historical outside and modern amenities.
There is a beautiful garden in the house, you can enjoy the scenery from the living room.
It is located in off the main street so you can spend your time in quest environment and easy to find restaurant, cafe,temples and shrines and more.
When you check in, we will meet you and take a picture of you and send you the photo by airmail.
There is a beautiful garden in the house, you can enjoy the scenery from the living room.
It is located in off the main street so you can spend your time in quest environment and easy to find restaurant, cafe,temples and shrines and more.
When you check in, we will meet you and take a picture of you and send you the photo by airmail.
Languages:
English, Japanese
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