Horikawa/One-family townhouse/Up to 6 people/Recommended for family trips! Great access!

Entire townhouse in Kyoto, Japan

  1. 6 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 6 beds
  4. 1.5 baths
Rated 4.73 out of 5 stars.212 reviews
Hosted by Umeno-To-An
  1. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.

Exceptional host communication

Recent guests gave Umeno-To-An a 5-star rating for communication.
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This 100-year-old Machiya (traditional Kyoto house) has been beautifully renovated and offers a peaceful private stay.

Inside are warm wooden interiors, a spacious living room, and cozy tatami rooms - ideal for families and couples. The kitchen is fully equipped for those who enjoy cooking - supermarkets, convenient stores and cafes are just a short walk away!

Popular spots like Gion, and Kiyomizu-dera are easily accessible.

Enjoy a stay that feels local, peaceful, and authentically Kyoto.

The space
A 100-year-old traditional Kyomachiya fully renovated for comfort and style.

1st Floor: Entrance, living room, kitchen, bathroom, toilet
2nd Floor: 1 tatami room, 1 bedroom, toilet

Guest access
The entire house is reserved for your private use.

Other things to note
The neighborhood becomes very quiet at night. Please keep noise levels to a minimum after 9PM, especially when approaching and leaving the property.

There is NO smoking allowed inside or outside the property. Please do not smoke on the street either, but use a designated smoking area in the city.

Registration Details
Hotels and Inns Business Act | 京都市医務衛生課 | 京都市指令保保医第413号

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
TV
Washer
Dryer
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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4.73 out of 5 stars from 212 reviews

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 81% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 14% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 4% of reviews
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  5. 1 stars, 1% of reviews

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Located in a quiet residential pocket of Kyoto’s Shimogyo Ward, this traditional machiya offers a peaceful retreat with excellent access to many of the city’s most famous attractions.

Just a short walk away, you’ll find the lively Nishiki Market - known as “Kyoto’s Kitchen” - and the UNESCO World Heritage Site Nishi Hongan-ji Temple. A pleasant 20-minute stroll also takes you to Umekoji Park, home to both the Kyoto Aquarium and the Kyoto Railway Museum - an ideal spot for families and curious travelers alike.

With multiple train and bus lines nearby, iconic destinations like Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, Yasaka Shrine, Nijo Castle, and Arashiyama are easy to access.

After a day of exploring, return to a neighborhood filled with narrow alleys, small cafés, and the timeless charm of Kyoto. Whether you’re out discovering the city or enjoying a quiet morning stroll, this area invites you to experience Kyoto like a local.

Meet your host

Host
1,623 reviews
4.62 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
Speaks Chinese, English, and Japanese
Lives in Kyoto, Japan
Hi everyone! Thank you for checking our page. I'm Chiaki, online guide and receptionist of Umeno-to-an. Umeno-to-an is the bland of a renovated traditional japanese house called machiya. We provide six houses in Kyoto city now. About our listings, please refer to my favorite page below. We remodel old machiya into emotional and comfortable accommodation. We reflected the way that our visitors come to like my precious houses and Kyoto-city in Japan. I promise that you would have an amazing experience there! So please check and find the best accommodation you are going to stay!

Co-hosts

  • Ben
  • Guesthouse Support
  • Aya
  • Naoya

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide detector not required
Smoke alarm
No parking on property