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Canal House Takasegawa

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kyōto-shi, Kyōto-fu
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Station Building
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Futons

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Canal House Takasegawa


To make your trip in Kyoto a very special one, this house, since 1925 in the heart of Kyoto along the small canal Tasegawa, canal view form the window, traditional private house(70m2), restored with the greatest respect of the traditions by craftsmen of Kyoto. Fully licensed & equipped with all the modern comforts for your pleasant stay, kitchen, bathroom, A/C, etc. Located in a historical place along the canal in a small typical neighborhood, just 10-mnts walk from Kyoto Station. More than a stay, its a unique experience!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7076775
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Kyoto

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Shimogyo Ward, a neighbourhood in Kyoto. Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling, hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Kyōto-shi, Kyōto-fu

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sanjusangen-do Temple - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kyoto Station Building - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Higashi Honganji Temple - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Shichijo Station - 4 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 12 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪マクドナルド - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kyoto Beer Lab - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Shop Amazon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ラーメンの坊歩 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪CRAFTHOUSE KYOTO 七条高瀬川 - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Canal House Takasegawa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Canal House Takasegawa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Canal House Takasegawa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canal House Takasegawa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Canal House Takasegawa located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley are also within 1 mile (2 km). Shichijo Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gojo Station is 12 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Alice K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A memorable experience at an historic Machiya with comforts of modern living with traditional Japanese charm and tradition. Close to everything. The canal outside the door is priceless!
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was lovely. She gave us information on where to shop, eat, and sights to see. The house was beautiful, comfortable and close to the grocery store, an onsen, and transportation. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A truly wonderful experience

A wonderful property in an amazing location. One of the world's top hosts who was super helpful and went above and beyond.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway in Kyoto

Lovely house where traditional Japanese meets western, much better than staying in a hotel. Beautifully presented, clean and comfortable in a nice neighbourhood. We were met by Ume, whose Grandmother use to own the house, she was a fantastic host who went beyond our expectations including forwarding a parcel I accidentally left behind to our next accomodation. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Chrystal

The Canal house is well appointed, neat, clean, contemporary renovated 100 year traditional home.

The Canal house is well appointed, neat, clean, contemporary renovated 100 year traditional home. Ume is a very thoughtful host. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Above 5 stars

This isn't your normal VRBO. Umi is above and beyond the best communicator I have ever worked with. The place is decked out, stuff in English, nice towels, bedding, spotless and darn cool. The location is stunning, I mean gorgeous quiet street with a stream and beautiful plants in the middle of a city. I have stayed at properties around the world and this is easily the best one.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gino K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing new memories made!

UME, the host, is such a wonderful person. She greeted us up on arrival and gave us a tour of her beautiful home. The home is as described and more! The stay was peaceful, & clean. We visited in temperatures between and around 30-40F. The home was well equipped in keeping us warm. The neighborhood is a sight for sore eyes. It was magical to wake up and begin each of our days as if we were a part of the city. Transit stations are walkable, which made it nice to move "from and to" destinations. Overall we had an amazing trip full of new memories that will last our lifetime. When I think of Japan I'll always remember the hospitality and home this listing has gave us! Thanks again and forever in sharing your home to us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern, yet traditional

It was such a pleasant surprise to come across this gem on VRBO. A wonderful, traditional house with all the amenities you would expect in a modern home. Even before checking in, Ume was more than accommodating. She sent very specific and thorough messages prior to our check-in date. She even included many area restaurants, bars, grocery stores, etc that she recommends. On one rainy day, I even received recommendations of indoor things too do! She's more than willing to personally welcome you and also to see that you have been pleased with your stay at check-out time. The house itself was very clean with plenty of instructions on how to operate appliances. The main bedroom downstairs has a lovely patio view that it shares with the shower. The bathroom and kitchen are top notch. There is a loft bedroom upstairs with a bonus room that can also be used as a bedroom. There is only the one bathroom downstairs. It's on a quiet canal street, but is near several bus stops and train stations. There's a convenient 7-Eleven right around the corner.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and positive review of your stay at my traditional house in Kyoto. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time here and that you found the house to be comfortable and well-equipped with all the amenities you needed for a pleasant stay. I'm also thrilled to hear that you appreciated the recommendations I provided and that you found them helpful during your stay. My goal is always to make sure my guests have the best possible experience while staying with me, so I'm glad to know that my efforts to provide detailed and thorough communication were appreciated. I take great pride in keeping my property clean and well-maintained, and it's wonderful to hear that this was noticed and appreciated by you. I'm glad you enjoyed the patio view and found the bathroom and kitchen to be top-notch. Thank you again for choosing my house for your stay and for sharing your positive experience with others. I would be honored to host you again in the future if your travels bring you back to the area. Best regards, Ume
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique appartement Kyoto

Superbe propriété et superbe localisation , hôte très gentille et généreuse de son temps pour bien nous expliquer les environs .
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara U.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

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