A trad house with garden views and open air bath
Entire home in Higashiomi, Japan
- 5 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 5 beds
- 1 bath
Rated 4.93 out of 5 stars.71 reviews
Hosted by いろは
- Superhost
- 3 years hosting
Listing highlights
Unwind in the hot tub
This is one of the few places in the area with this amenity.
Great check-in experience
Recent guests loved the smooth start to this stay.
Extra spacious
Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
Some info has been automatically translated.
You can stay in the entire building at the distance of the Omi Shangjin House.
Although it is an old house built over 90 years ago, it is fully equipped with an open-air bath, a mini kitchen, popular Balmuda appliances, floor heating, etc., so you can have a comfortable stay.
Enjoy a quiet and enriching time in the five-storey Kindo district, which is also designated as a preservation district for groups of traditional buildings.
Other things to note
We are happy to guide you to make your use of our facility more comfortable.Please acknowledge the following before you book.
●Introduction
・This property is a renovated detached building that was part of an Omi merchant's residence over 90 years old.Because it retains the charm of old houses as much as possible, there are parts that are not enough for insulation and confidentiality compared to modern buildings.In particular, it is not possible to completely block out the cold in midwinter or the entry of insects.I hope you understand in advance.
Due to the structure of the building, the sound is easier.Please keep windows and doors open, as well as noise and voices at night.
Please do not significantly change the current situation, such as moving the equipment in the room without permission.It is not allowed to take out equipment or installation equipment.
In the unlikely event of damage or loss, guests may be charged.
●Check-In and Check-Out Times
Check-in time: 4 pm - 7 pm
Check-out time: until 10:00
About your reservation if you have ●children
Adult: 12 years old or older
Children: 2-12
Infants: 0 ~ 2 years old
Children are included in the base number of people as well as adults.
Infants will sleep together and you won't be charged.
If you would like to add more futons, please let us know when your reservation is confirmed.¥2,200 (tax included) per person
About ●transportation
Parking is available below when you come by car.Please refer to the image on the reservation page for instructions on how to access the parking lot.
1. Parking lot in front of Sotomura House
It is the nearest parking lot from the hotel.Parking is about 5 cars.However, as the access road is narrow, please do not use cars other than light vehicles, compact cars, or regular cars.
2. Kondo Village entrance parking lot
It is about a 5-minute walk to the hotel.About 20 cars can be parked.Please use this parking lot for cars such as SUVs, minivans, wagons, and one-box cars.
Regarding ●Locking
At the time of check-in, the staff will hand you a key to the entrance.
About ●bathing
・We ask guests to fill the hot water tank themselves.
If you plug the bathtub and run hot water, you can get hot water in about 30 minutes.
Since there is no catch-up function, it is recommended to operate the water heater just before you take a bath.
・The bath at this facility is an open-air bath, so for a more comfortable experience in winter, please run the hot water in the shower for a few minutes before bathing to raise the temperature in the shower room.
・After use, please place towels and other items in the basket in the bathroom.
●Refrigerator, kitchen use, and eating
There is one refrigerator in the room, so please feel free to use it.
Dishes and cooking utensils are available in the cupboards, so please feel free to use them.
・Please help us sort the trash into burnable garbage, cans/bottles, and PET bottles.
●Lights and air conditioning
For lighting and air conditioning, please operate with the remote control provided on the wall for each room.Please use the switch on the wall for lighting in the living room, bathroom, washroom, and toilet.
* Please help us conserve electricity to the extent possible to reduce CO2 emissions.
Please be careful not to push the emergency ALSOK communication machine button and the remote control switch for the light.The ALSOK button will connect you directly to ALSOK and the security guards will be on hand.
About ●Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is available in the building.
About the● garden
The garden of the hotel is Omi Merchant Mansion, Nakae Jungoro Residence (hereinafter, the Museum.)It is partly bordered by the garden.
For this reason, during the opening of the museum (10 am to 4:30 pm), general visitors may stroll through the garden on the museum side.Also, please understand that the staff will be ready to open the museum from around 8 o'clock.
About ●smoking
Smoking is prohibited in the building, so please refrain from smoking.
About ●nearby restaurants
Lake Rokane: 120-year-old old private house restaurant where you can enjoy lake fish using local ingredients, fermented dishes, etc. (advance reservation required)
12-minute walk from the hotel
· Matsuken: A local Omi restaurant where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine centered on seafood dishes at shops, delivery, and take-out.(Advance booking required)
20-minute walk from the hotel
Barn grandchildren: a long-established restaurant in the five houses.There is also a duck pot and a fugu pot.(Reservation system at least 3 days in advance)
10-minute walk from the hotel
Sukiyaki Shimura: It is a long-established restaurant for sukiyaki and shabu-shabu, which only handles selected Omi beef.You can enjoy high-quality Omi beef at an affordable price.(Advance booking required)
15 minutes by car from the hotel.
· Ryori Uoishi: A secluded, hideaway-style ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurant) nestled in the town of Azuchi.You can enjoy a meal where you can feel the four seasons of Lake Country.(Advance booking required)
20 minutes by car from the hotel.
Information on where to evacuate in case of ●emergency
In case of an emergency such as an earthquake, the Anfukuji Temple, a 2-minute walk from Nipponia, is the primary meeting point, and a 6-minute walk will be the designated refuge.
Registration Details
Hotels and Inns Business Act | 滋賀県東近江保健所 | 滋賀県指令東保第12号
Although it is an old house built over 90 years ago, it is fully equipped with an open-air bath, a mini kitchen, popular Balmuda appliances, floor heating, etc., so you can have a comfortable stay.
Enjoy a quiet and enriching time in the five-storey Kindo district, which is also designated as a preservation district for groups of traditional buildings.
Other things to note
We are happy to guide you to make your use of our facility more comfortable.Please acknowledge the following before you book.
●Introduction
・This property is a renovated detached building that was part of an Omi merchant's residence over 90 years old.Because it retains the charm of old houses as much as possible, there are parts that are not enough for insulation and confidentiality compared to modern buildings.In particular, it is not possible to completely block out the cold in midwinter or the entry of insects.I hope you understand in advance.
Due to the structure of the building, the sound is easier.Please keep windows and doors open, as well as noise and voices at night.
Please do not significantly change the current situation, such as moving the equipment in the room without permission.It is not allowed to take out equipment or installation equipment.
In the unlikely event of damage or loss, guests may be charged.
●Check-In and Check-Out Times
Check-in time: 4 pm - 7 pm
Check-out time: until 10:00
About your reservation if you have ●children
Adult: 12 years old or older
Children: 2-12
Infants: 0 ~ 2 years old
Children are included in the base number of people as well as adults.
Infants will sleep together and you won't be charged.
If you would like to add more futons, please let us know when your reservation is confirmed.¥2,200 (tax included) per person
About ●transportation
Parking is available below when you come by car.Please refer to the image on the reservation page for instructions on how to access the parking lot.
1. Parking lot in front of Sotomura House
It is the nearest parking lot from the hotel.Parking is about 5 cars.However, as the access road is narrow, please do not use cars other than light vehicles, compact cars, or regular cars.
2. Kondo Village entrance parking lot
It is about a 5-minute walk to the hotel.About 20 cars can be parked.Please use this parking lot for cars such as SUVs, minivans, wagons, and one-box cars.
Regarding ●Locking
At the time of check-in, the staff will hand you a key to the entrance.
About ●bathing
・We ask guests to fill the hot water tank themselves.
If you plug the bathtub and run hot water, you can get hot water in about 30 minutes.
Since there is no catch-up function, it is recommended to operate the water heater just before you take a bath.
・The bath at this facility is an open-air bath, so for a more comfortable experience in winter, please run the hot water in the shower for a few minutes before bathing to raise the temperature in the shower room.
・After use, please place towels and other items in the basket in the bathroom.
●Refrigerator, kitchen use, and eating
There is one refrigerator in the room, so please feel free to use it.
Dishes and cooking utensils are available in the cupboards, so please feel free to use them.
・Please help us sort the trash into burnable garbage, cans/bottles, and PET bottles.
●Lights and air conditioning
For lighting and air conditioning, please operate with the remote control provided on the wall for each room.Please use the switch on the wall for lighting in the living room, bathroom, washroom, and toilet.
* Please help us conserve electricity to the extent possible to reduce CO2 emissions.
Please be careful not to push the emergency ALSOK communication machine button and the remote control switch for the light.The ALSOK button will connect you directly to ALSOK and the security guards will be on hand.
About ●Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is available in the building.
About the● garden
The garden of the hotel is Omi Merchant Mansion, Nakae Jungoro Residence (hereinafter, the Museum.)It is partly bordered by the garden.
For this reason, during the opening of the museum (10 am to 4:30 pm), general visitors may stroll through the garden on the museum side.Also, please understand that the staff will be ready to open the museum from around 8 o'clock.
About ●smoking
Smoking is prohibited in the building, so please refrain from smoking.
About ●nearby restaurants
Lake Rokane: 120-year-old old private house restaurant where you can enjoy lake fish using local ingredients, fermented dishes, etc. (advance reservation required)
12-minute walk from the hotel
· Matsuken: A local Omi restaurant where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine centered on seafood dishes at shops, delivery, and take-out.(Advance booking required)
20-minute walk from the hotel
Barn grandchildren: a long-established restaurant in the five houses.There is also a duck pot and a fugu pot.(Reservation system at least 3 days in advance)
10-minute walk from the hotel
Sukiyaki Shimura: It is a long-established restaurant for sukiyaki and shabu-shabu, which only handles selected Omi beef.You can enjoy high-quality Omi beef at an affordable price.(Advance booking required)
15 minutes by car from the hotel.
· Ryori Uoishi: A secluded, hideaway-style ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurant) nestled in the town of Azuchi.You can enjoy a meal where you can feel the four seasons of Lake Country.(Advance booking required)
20 minutes by car from the hotel.
Information on where to evacuate in case of ●emergency
In case of an emergency such as an earthquake, the Anfukuji Temple, a 2-minute walk from Nipponia, is the primary meeting point, and a 6-minute walk will be the designated refuge.
Registration Details
Hotels and Inns Business Act | 滋賀県東近江保健所 | 滋賀県指令東保第12号
Where you’ll sleep
Bedroom 1
2 small double beds
Bedroom 2
3 futons
What this place offers
Courtyard view
Garden view
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
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4.93 out of 5 stars from 71 reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value
Guests mention
Where you’ll be
Higashiomi
From the host
The Gokanosho-Kintaro district is the birthplace of the Omi merchants who laid the foundation for modern business. It was selected as an "Important Traditional Building Group Preservation District" by the national government in 1998 for its beautiful landscape where the Omi merchants' houses and traditional farmhouses are in perfect harmony.
(Highlights around)
· Koshinji Temple: A Shinshu Otani school temple. The main hall, which is also used for filming, is a nationally designated important cultural property. The waterway where the koi swim is beautiful.
Oshiro Shrine: An ancient shrine that is said to have been built during the reign of Emperor Suiko. It is often used as a filming location for TV dramas.
Omi Merchant Museum: Using videos and dioramas, the museum displays the history of the region, the business and family customs of Omi merchants, and their lives, culture, and education from various angles.
(Highlights around)
· Koshinji Temple: A Shinshu Otani school temple. The main hall, which is also used for filming, is a nationally designated important cultural property. The waterway where the koi swim is beautiful.
Oshiro Shrine: An ancient shrine that is said to have been built during the reign of Emperor Suiko. It is often used as a filming location for TV dramas.
Omi Merchant Museum: Using videos and dioramas, the museum displays the history of the region, the business and family customs of Omi merchants, and their lives, culture, and education from various angles.
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