arashiyama villa Serenitas kyoto

Entire home in Ukyo Ward, Japan

  1. 6 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 1.5 baths
Hosted by Courtesy
  1. Superhost
  2. 2 years hosting

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Beautiful area

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Mountain and garden views

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This private rental house in the Arashiyama area of Kyoto is perfect for those who want to enjoy Japan's rich cultural heritage. Located right next to the world-world famous Tenryu-ji Temple, this accommodation is a beautifully designed fusion of history and modernity, featuring a traditional wooden building renovated in a contemporary style. You can overlook the dry landscape garden of the adjacent Kobayashi residence, a designated cultural property of Kyoto Prefecture, and be soothed by the quiet scenery.

For breakfast, you will be served a special "Bread, Espresso, and Arashiyama Garden" breakfast.

It can accommodate up to 6 people, making it perfect for trips with friends and family. Enjoy the beauty of old Japan while visiting the tourist attractions of Arashiyama, touring the old temples and shrines, and strolling the paths of the bamboo forest, and enjoy the history and culture of Kyoto to the fullest at this special accommodation with modern comforts.

The space
This accommodation is a single house, a traditional wooden building with modern renovations, located in the heart of Kyoto Arashiyama (bamboo forest is within walking distance, Tenryu-ji Temple is right in front). It is fully equipped with the latest amenities, and has a comfortable living room, two bedrooms, a Japanese-style room that can also be used as a bedroom, a kitchen, and a dining area. There is a bathroom with a large stone bathtub, shower, and toilet with bidet function on the ground floor, and a shower room with a toilet with bidet function on the second floor, so it can be used by multiple groups.

The large windows on the second floor overlook a beautiful dry landscape garden, where you can feel the changing of the four seasons in Japan.
Look for the dragon that brings good luck, drawn in ink on the entrance hall, and take a memorable photo.

This quiet environment provides all guests visiting Kyoto with the best possible stay.

Other things to note
Smoking is strictly prohibited both indoors and outdoors.

Fire is strictly prohibited as there are many traditional wooden buildings in the area.

Please avoid using strong-smelling aromas and incense.

There is no parking lot, so please use public transportation.

Breakfast is delivered from "Bread and Espresso Arashiyama Garden" at 8: 30 am.
* We will ring the chime, but if there is no answer, we will enter and set it on the dining table.

No room cleaning will be done during your stay.
* For stays of 3 nights or more, we may be able to clean once every 3 nights between 11 am and 3 pm, so please let us know 2 days before your arrival if you would like this service.

Registration Details
Hotels and Inns Business Act | 京都市 | 京都市指令保医セ第 237 号

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Courtyard view
Garden view
Wifi
Washer
Free dryer – In unit
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 36 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan

Togetsu-kyo Bridge
A symbol of Arashiyama, famous for its cherry blossoms and autumn foliage

Bamboo Forest Path
An overwhelming bamboo forest that grows so densely it seems to cover the sky

Tenryu-ji Temple
The head temple of the Rinzai Zen Tenryu-ji school, the first of the five mountains in Kyoto. World Heritage Site, "Tenryu-ji Temple Garden is a must-see"

Hōson-in Temple
Many tourists visit as a famous spot for autumn foliage. The lighted autumn leaves are overwhelmingly beautiful.

You can also access many of the most popular tourist spots in Arashiyama.

Meet your host

Superhost
36 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
2 years of hosting

Courtesy is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Mari Naito

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm not reported
Exterior or entryway security camera present
Smoke alarm