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[Azumino & Hakuba in Autumn and Winter] Entire home rental for up to 12 people | 2 types of authentic saunas
[We have an opening for 4 nights from October 30th to November 2nd] This is a private rental accommodation at the foot of the Northern Alps that can accommodate up to 12 people. Explore Nagano in autumn, and relax in the evening with two types of saunas and a cold plunge pool. From couples to families and groups, you can spend time at your own pace. November is a quiet season before winter arrives. Stroll around Azumino and Omachi, or venture further to Matsumoto Castle, Narai-juku, or Togakushi. If you stay for consecutive nights, you can visit a different place every day and return to the same lodging at night to relax. December is the season to enjoy the clear air and winter scenery of the Northern Alps. It is also convenient for going to the Hakuba area. If you are concerned about the snow or road conditions, please feel free to contact us as your trip approaches. The accommodation is equipped with a kitchen, washing machine, and bathroom dryer. It can be used for consecutive stays by small groups or for stays of up to 12 people. You can get here by public transportation, but having a car is more convenient. Free pick-up and drop-off are available from Shinano-Matsukawa Station and Akashina Station. Other pick-up and drop-off services and sightseeing pick-up and drop-off services are available for 2,000-8,000 yen (round trip) depending on the distance, within 2 hours one way. Please consult us in advance for groups of 5 or more people. Please come to Shinshu, where the season is changing from autumn to winter, and enjoy the rest of your trip.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews
[Limited to one group per day] At an altitude of 1,000 m, you can have a "real rest" in conversation with the forest.
"Forest Villa Enrei Kogen" is a hideaway for families and couples to forget the crowds of the city and tourist spots and just surrender to the quiet flow of time. A large 1,288-square-meter site with no neighbors within 20 meters.A spacious 120-square-meter Japanese-style space, a 20-square-meter terrace where you can feel the breath of the forest, and a garden deck overlooking the Alps will take you away from everyday life. 🕊 Healing, as if you were living there. It has been chosen by many overseas guests and Japanese families who love relaxing as a "resting base" between sightseeing in Japan. Wake up with the birds chirping in the morning, coffee on the view deck, and a sky full of stars.To help you enjoy this rhythm, we offer discounts for long-term stays and repeat guests. ・ 4-6 nights: 10% off · 7 nights or more: 20% off / 28 nights or more: 30% off ・ Returning guests: 10% off * (Can be used in combination with the above discounts.Once the reservation is confirmed, we will manually correct it) Important Notice: Nagano Prefecture Accommodation Tax From June 1, 2026, an accommodation tax will be implemented in Nagano Prefecture.A tax of 200 yen per person per night will be charged for your stay.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
Sanchi, a private rental inn with a panoramic view of the Northern Alps
Enjoy a trip with a view you won't find anywhere else. The former town of Aka-Akashicho, located in the northeast of Azumino, Overlooking the Northern Alps, Here, you will find "beautiful views and tranquility that you will want to stay". We renovated such an old building in Akashina, Reviving it as a retro modern space, We have created an entire inn for rent. 5 minutes on foot from our facility to Akashina station, two stops to Matsumoto station on the Shinonoi line, sightseeing in Matsumoto, It is also easy to go to Nagano. Nagamineyama, Daio Wasabi, and the Shiratobi area are also close by, so please enjoy sightseeing in Azumino. The neighborhood is not downtown, so there is nothing. Recommended for those who are interested in living in the countryside and relocating to two areas, or those who are considering it. From 2026, there will be changes to how Airbnb displays prices, and the Nagano Prefecture accommodation tax will be implemented. In the price breakdown, the guest service fee, applicable taxes, cleaning fee, etc. The price shown is all-inclusive.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 270 reviews
Kabuki stage with a view of Lake Suwa
Please check before you start ▶ ︎ This facility is a private rental, but the price varies depending on the number of guests. Please read all of the following and check the facility details before making a reservation. ▶ ︎ Children are also welcome! If you enter the number of children (elementary school age or younger), the system will calculate the total amount at the adult rate, so please do not enter the number of children under elementary school age, but let us know by message. (Example: 2 elementary school students, 1 toddler, etc.) Uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh About mawari Built in the late Edo period (1850), the rural Kabuki stage was relocated and preserved in 1982 It was inherited from a local old man and turned into a private rental space. We have renovated it to be able to accommodate guests, while keeping the rural Kabuki stage as intact as possible. We hope you enjoy the hot springs, delicious food, and pleasant mountains in the town around Lake Suwa, which you can see from the window.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews
Guest house Keyaki 欅 Only one group per day
Japanese-style and western-style rooms with Japanese garden and floors (2 beds 3 futons) And relax in the hidden space (jazz bar style) in the old warehouse. Our house has a traditional Japanese garden and Japanese style room with a dormitory floor There is also an Japanese traditional warehouse.(Jazz bar style) There are orchards and paddy fields around the house. During the harvest season, you can eat delicious fruits, vegetables and rice. This area is an agricultural promotion area There are orchards, vegetable fields and paddy fields around the house. During harvest you can eat delicious fruits and vegetables and rice.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 342 reviews
[Riverside House] A riverside villa in Karuizawa with a sauna and fireplace
We have renovated a villa along the river in the forest of Karuizawa. Great location is about 2,500 ㎡! Feel the extraordinary feeling of the garden and outdoor dining where you can run around, the living room has a large sofa and fireplace. The bathroom can also be enjoyed in the JAXSON jetted tub, a large sauna for 4 people in the metos, and a rain shower in the water bath. It is a renovated old villa in a natural environment.Please note in advance before making your reservation that insects may enter the room during your stay.If you have excessive allergies to insects, etc., please avoid booking.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Yatsugatake Minami Mountain Foothills Southern Alps View, Slow Time Space, Private Rental Semi-Open Air Bath Sauna Convenience Store Walking Distance Resort
A small house welcomes guests.Wake up to the chirping of birds and listen to the wind rustling the trees in the morning.The large windows offer beautiful views of the Southern Alps.Within walking distance are atmospheric cafes, restaurants, and the famous Rihga Hotel.There is also a ranch nearby where you can experience horseback riding and enjoy nature. It's the perfect place for those seeking tranquility.Start your morning with a cup of coffee, enjoy horseback riding or hiking during the day, and dine by candlelight in the evening.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews
House of Waltz in a Mountain Onsen Village
House of Waltz is in Kasuga Onsen, a small mountain onsen village in Mochizuki, an area with a long history of horses living alongside people. Inspired by this culture, we renovated an old wooden house overlooking horses at the nearby equestrian park. Kasuga Onsen has been a place of healing for locals for over 300 years. Soak in the hot springs, drive along quiet country roads and discover unique local shops, cafés, and restaurants. Take a peaceful break surrounded by nature and healing waters.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
Modern Luxury, Classic Style, Onsen Nearby
Nestled in the mountains of Nagano at an elevation of 860 meters (2,821 feet), this is a luxury home exclusively for those who want to escape tourist traps, experience a side of Japan rarely seen by outsiders, and do it in style. Our 3-bedroom home is 200 sq. meters (2153 sq. feet) large and is a marriage between traditional Japanese architecture and modern technology and comfort. The home is accessible from Tokyo and other major cities via the Shinkansen bullet train or Joshin-etsu Expressway.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews
Lake View House - Exceptional Views of Lake & Fuji
Charming large house - 4 bdms, 3 double beds, 2 singles, 1 bunk, backed onto forests on the hills of Shimosuwa, offering spectacular views of Lake Suwa & Mt Fuji. A large deck with amazing views, large kitchen, living-dinning, office, kids play area, piano, large TV makes for a relaxing stay. Central heating for the colder months, cooler climate in summer. Perfectly located between Matsumoto/Kiso Valley and the Yatsugatake mountain range makes Shimosuwa a great choice to stay. Cycle friendly!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 223 reviews
traditional, little private house, 2-4 ppl/max5
Good access to Shimosuwa Station! We renovated an 80-year-old Japanese house into a traditional and clean space. (New open in 2023!) You can spend a comfortable time by renting the entire building. Recommended for families, couples and small groups. This area is rich in history and nature. Suwa Taisha Shrine, hot springs, Nakasendo. Hiking in the mountains and strolling around Lake Suwa are also recommended ways to spend your time. It's also great to explore the Suwa area on a rental bicycle.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews
Private Kura on a Real Apple Farm“Yokoya Farm ”
Just 10 minutes from downtown Matsumoto, Yokoya Farm is a family-run working apple farm in the countryside. Our private kura (Japanese storehouse), next to our family home, was renovated into a guesthouse in 2018. Enjoy the unique experience of staying in a real farmer's kura with the entire building all to yourselves. Our apple orchard is about a 5-minute walk away. During the apple season (late August to mid-November), you're welcome to enjoy complimentary apple picking.
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