Stylish + Innovative Machiya in the Central Kyoto – Home 3833547 House
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- 2 nights min stay
Stylish + Innovative Machiya in the Central Kyoto – Home 3833547
- House
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- 2 nights min stay
Key Info
- Child Friendly
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from manager
Description
"SHIKOKU-an" machiya house. Situated in the heart of Kyoto is a stylish and innovative machiya house that can be identified by its dark purple hued “noren," or shop curtain, which hangs from the entrance. The name “Shikoku" refers to a dark violet color.
Located on a backstreet near the Takasegawa River, one of the most popular cherry blossom spots in Kyoto, and the popular Gion area.
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KITCHEN (1F):
• Induction Heating Cooker
• Microwave
• Toaster
• Kettle
• Rice cooker
• Cookware
• Plates, Cups & Cutlery (enough for 4 guests)
• Kitchen Cloth, Sponge, and Kitchen Detergent
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LIVING ROOM Japanese Style (1F):
• Low table with cushion seating
• View of the Tsuboniwa traditional garden
• Up to 1 Japanese-style futon bedding
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BATHROOMS (1F):
• Bathtub, shower, toilet
• Additional toilet on 1F
• Bathroom Amenities: Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Soap, Body Sponge, Hair Dryer and Razors
• Towels
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WESTERN-style Room (2F):
• 2 single beds
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JAPANESE-Style Lounge Room (2F):
• Tatami-lined room
• Up to 1 Japanese-style futon bedding
• TV
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OTHER ESSENTIALS:
• Free wifi, Washing Machine, Washing detergent, Air Conditioning with Heater Unit, Iron with Iron Board
-------------ADDITIONAL INFORMATION-------------
There will be one cellphone available at this 'machiya' -- please feel free to contact our office (24 hours a day) in case of any trouble or emergencies. An English-speaking staff member will be available for help.
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☆CHECK-IN will be at a separate location ☆ (our office that is a 6 min. walk from Kyoto Station).
We will ask you to stop by our office BEFORE heading to the machiya house.
We would love all guest to utilize this property and relax as if it were his or her own home. Therefore we expect all guests to respect the property, its furnishings, and be mindful of our neighbors. This is a NON-SMOKING property. No pets allowed
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☆IMPORTANT☆
All Payments will be charged in JAPANESE YEN.
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Please see the following details to find out more about the rates;
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- The above rates are based on 2 persons and may vary depending on the number of people, weekend/public holidays, season and length of stay. (The rates indicated on TripAdvisor have been calculated based on the exchange rate as of 2015/09/28: $1 = ¥120)
- An additional charge of 3,000 yen will apply per person / night. The maximum capacity is 5 people.
- The rate includes the bathroom amenities, towels and linens.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 2: Twin bed
Beds in other rooms: Twin bed - 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Private garden
- Internet access
- Safe
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Washing machine
- Iron
- TV
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
- There is NO parking space available. Please *do not* park on the street, or in the neighbour’s parking spot. ▶︎▶︎請注意､這裡沒有停車位｡請不要把車停在路邊或是在鄰家的停車位上｡ ▶︎▶︎请注意､这里没有停车位｡请不要把车停在路边或是在邻家的停车位上｡
About the manager
Machiya Residence Inn
Tourist License
京都市指令保保生第392号
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 23 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 13
- Based in:
- Japan
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 23 reviews
Excellent
23 reviews
- Excellent
- 18
- Very Good
- 5
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“初一棟貸切”
初めてゲストハウス？的なものに泊まりました。友人3人との宿泊でした。 立地、広さ、設備、どれもとても素晴らしかったと思います。特に自分が泊まった永松しこく庵は写真よりも雰囲気が良く、the京都という感じで宿だけでも充分に楽しめました。 チックインカウンターのスタッフの方もとても感じが良かったです！ 京都に行く際はまた利用させて頂こうと思います。… More
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“Machiya house”
This was a great experience for our two grandsons and there were some great eating places around the Inn. Bring mossie repellent as they are active and be aware bedding is very hard....especially the … More
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Response from the manager Dear jill n, Thank you for your kind review of "Shikoku-an" machiya house. It was a pleasure to accommodate you and we are glad that everyone enjoyed their experience with MACHIYA RESIDENCE INN Kyoto! We have done our best to preserve the original charm and atmosphere of this traditional machiya holiday house - we hope that you enjoyed a glimpse into traditional Kyoto life. And while we have featured authentic elements such as the tatami straw mat Japanese rooms, fragrant cypress wooden bathtubs and more, we have also updated the house with modern and convenient amenities, such as the furnished kitchen and more. We also place mosquito repellent devices throughout the house to make the house even more comfortable. Thank you for your feedback - we are always looking for ways to make stays even more pleasant and memorable for guests. As you mention, the house is located in a fantastic location - just a 6-minute walk to the Gion geiko area, Shijo-Kawaramachi, and Ponto-cho area, Kyoto's most atmospheric dining district. We hope that everyone had a fantastic time exploring this bustling and historical neighbourhood and enjoying local cuisine. Thank you for being fantastic guests and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome everyone to Japan again in the near future. Kind regards, "Shikoku-an" machiya house, MACHIYA RESIDENCE INN Kyoto
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“Location, location, location.”
Shikokuan machiya is located one street back from the canal on the quieter side of the river opposite the gion precinct. Honestly we thought the cherry blossom was just as spectacular on our side of t… More
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Response from the manager Thank you for choosing to stay with Machiya Residence Inn! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the location of the traditional Japanese house, and found the neighborhood just as charming as the house itself. It sounds as though you were able to thoroughly explore the local neighborhood, and immerse yourself in local life! Thank you again for taking the time to write us a review. It was a pleasure accommodating you in Kyoto, and we hope your time in Kyoto was made even more memorable with your stay in our machiya house. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the near future! Kind Regards, Machiya Residence Inn
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“BLISS”
We just loved this place after 15 days of travel it was so nice to have a home. The staff were fabulous in all areas. Close to everything including Gion the Geisha area. Convenience store just around … More
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Response from the manager Dear Sue, Thank you for your kind words regard your stay with Machiya Residence Inn Kyoto! It was a pleasure having you stay with us at our "Shikoku-an" machiya house, and we are so pleased to hear that you were able to utilize the house as if it were your own home. As you have pointed out, the location of this house is fantastic for those looking to walk around the neighborhood, or use the public transportation to explore Kyoto as a local. We hope that your time with us made your visit to Kyoto even more memorable. Again, it was a pleasure welcoming you into our city, and we hope to see you again in the near future. Kind Regards, The Machiya Residence Inn Kyoto Staff
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“Great first-time experience in a vacation rental.”
Our 4th trip to Kyoto but first time renting a machiya instead of a hotel room. It was a much more relaxing experience. The proximity to the cherry blossoms (our reason for this trip) made it an ideal… More
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Response from the manager Thank you for your comments and review of your stay in our "Shikoku-an" Machiya House! All staff members at Machiya Residence Inn are pleased that you were enjoy your time with us, and your experience in an authentic Kyoto house. In regards to the stairs in this house, as you have pointed out, they are steeper than stairs normally found in Western-style houses. However, in keeping with the original architecture, we have kept the Japanese-style stairs and added a hand rail for extra support. As for guests arriving later in the evening (past our guest services hours), we will take all of your suggestions into consideration to help make your and future guests arrival more smooth. We are pleased to hear that you were able to take advantage of this machiya house's location, and experience cherry blossom season in Kyoto to its fullest extent. Again, thank you again for your review, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back into our city again in the near future. Kind Regards, The Machiya Residence Inn Kyoto Staff
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“Wonderful Authentic Experience”
The machiya offers a fabulous introduction to Japanese lifestyle, has a great location and is so very well equipped, with everything you could possibly wish for (we were even provided with a couple of… More
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Response from the manager Dear PJD20, Thank you for taking the time to write a thorough review of your time here in Kyoto with Machiya Residence Inn Kyoto! We are extremely happy to hear that your stay at Shikoku-an Machiya was everything that you had expected and more. All of our staff members strive to ensure that each guests' stay is not only memorable, but comfortable enough to relax in as if it were your own home (while still experiencing the Kyoto lifestyle!). In regards to the stairs, they are slightly steeper than what western-style houses are currently designed with. However, as you have pointed out, the stairs are designed with the traditional and original structure of each machiya house in mind. If guests would like us to prepare futon bedding on the first floor (to avoid going up the stairs), we are able to provide this service also! It was our pleasure accommodating you and your guests during your visit in Kyoto. All of our staff members are pleased to hear that you had a memorable time in Kyoto, and we hope to have the chance to accommodate you again in the near future! Thank you again for your review. Kind Regards, The Machiya Residence Inn Kyoto Staff
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“Machiya Residence Inn makes our stay in Kyoto so much more enjoyable!”
From the time we made enquiries to the end of the stay; we were looked after with services above 5 star hotels. We also enjoyed the beautiful facilities and the convenient location. THANK YOU to all t… More
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Response from the manager Thank you for your review. We are glad that you were able to enjoy your stay in Shikoku-an and Kyoto. Please don't hesitate to let us know if you plan another trip to Kyoto in the future! We'll do our utmost to make your stay enjoyable! From all the staff at Machiya Residence Inn
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“What an experience!!!”
If you want an authentic Kyoto experience you must stay here. The home was beautiful, clean and had modern amenities. The location is perfect and pretty easy to get to. We loved the neighbourho… More
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Response from the manager Thank you very much for your review. We are pleased to hear that your family enjoyed Shikoku-an, and had plenty of space for everyone. Our apologies for the confusion with the location of the check-in office. We will strive to make the instructions easier to follow in the future. Thank you again, and we hope to see you again in the future! From all the staff at Machiya Residence Inn
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“Definitely the way to go for second timers to Kyoto”
Recently stayed at the Shikokuan in January 2014. We were really looking forward to this and were not disappointed. This machiya is situated in a great location. It is near to all of the action - bot… More
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Response from the manager We are delighted to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay at Shikokuan. As you mentioned, the great location makes it easy to access all the popular sites in the city, while still maintaining a sense of quiet and privacy. Since we try to preserve the authenticity of the traditional machiya, the original staircase and some of the original furniture are left intact. Thank you for bringing it to our attention that the table was a bit wobbly. It is lacquered in the traditional way so we are looking into a way of making it more sturdy. We hope that you will stay with us again on your next trip to Kyoto. We look forward to welcoming you back some time soon.
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“Authentic Living in Central Kyoto”
Wonderful central location, authentic experience, beautifully designed and decorated with taste and style, very clean. Hiro-san was very helpful with recommendations and familiarizing us with the city… More
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Response from the manager Thank you very much for your stay at Shikokuan Machiya Residence Inn. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time in Kyoto. It was a great pleasure accommodating you all and we look forward to hearing from you again next time. We now have a variety of houses to offer you for next time! Thank you very much for your comments.
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