10 min Walk to Heritage | Serene Garden Retreat

✨ At a Glance 🏡 The Home — Entire single-story Japanese house, 72m² 🌿 Peaceful historic area near Nikko’s UNESCO World Heritage sites 👥 Capacity — Up to 8 guests (best for 4–5) 🛏 Sleeping — 3 bedrooms · 3 beds · 1 sofa bed · 2 futons 🛋 Living — Tatami lounge with a river-view garden 📸 Design — Styled by a photographer host · all photos 100% real, no AI 🚶Setting — Peaceful historic neighborhood near Nikko’s World Heritage area 🗻 View — Overlooking the sacred Daiyagawa River & mountains The space 🚕 Access — 7–8 min by bus or taxi from Tobu / JR Nikko Station 🚗 Parking — Free space for 1 car 🔑 Check-in — Self check-in with lockbox 📺 Entertainment — 100-inch projector for cozy movie nights, plus nostalgic Nintendo games 🛁 Bath — Deep soaking tub · modern bidet toilet 🧺 Laundry — Free washing machine & dryer 👶 Family — Baby crib and high chair available on request 📖 Extra — Curated digital guidebook provided after booking 🕓 Times — Check-in: After 4:00 PM · Check-out by 10:00 AM ----- Escape to the calm beauty of Nikko at this traditional Japanese-style house, updated for modern comfort. Just a 10-minute walk between Toshogu Shrine and Kanmangafuchi, it rests in a quiet historic neighborhood overlooking the sacred Daiyagawa River and mountain views. Spacious rooms designed by a photographer host, double-pane windows, and a serene Japanese garden create a warm, authentic retreat for couples, families, and friends seeking a memorable stay. All photos are 100% real — no AI. ----- 🌿 Location & Surroundings Between Toshogu Shrine and Kanmangafuchi Abyss, this residence is quietly set in one of Nikko’s most historic neighborhoods, surrounded by old streets and a calm, refined atmosphere. From the garden, you look out over the sacred Daiyagawa River and soft mountain silhouettes—a view that feels private and distinctly Nikko in every season, from fresh spring greens to snow-dusted winter mornings. ----- 🚕 Access • Around 7–8 minutes by taxi from Tobu Nikko Station or JR Nikko Station • A short walk from the “Nishi-Sando-Iriguichi” bus stop Please note: taxi services in Nikko generally finish around 6:00 PM, so an earlier arrival is recommended for a smoother check-in experience. ----- ✨ Perfect for • Couples seeking a quiet Nikko retreat • Families wanting a spacious traditional home • Friends exploring Nikko beyond the tourist crowds • Guests who value atmosphere, design, and slow travel ----- 👥 Guests & Stay Style Designed for guests who value calm over crowds, this home is ideal for couples, families, and small groups seeking a more private Nikko experience. • 1–3 guests → Very spacious, hotel-suite feeling • 4–5 guests → Comfortable, with plenty of room to unwind • 6–8 guests → A little cozy, but perfect for enjoying time together (extra fee from 6 guests) Two futon sets are available for families with small children. ---- 🍽️ Dining & Local Experiences Within a short stroll, you’ll find: • A traditional sukiyaki restaurant in a classic Japanese house • A refined medicinal-spice curry restaurant • A popular local Chinese restaurant • An intimate sake bar for tasting regional sake • Pizza, soba, and other local favorites • A Lawson convenience store with quality snacks, drinks, and Nikko souvenirs After booking, you’ll receive a curated digital guidebook from your host with handpicked restaurants, cafés, and scenic spots. ----- 🏡 Residence & Layout This single-story 72㎡ residence has been thoughtfully arranged to feel like a private villa rather than a simple rental. • Spacious tatami living room with soft, indirect lighting • 2 serene bedrooms • Well-equipped kitchen • Deep bathtub and shower • Large garden overlooking the river • Complimentary parking space for 1 car The sound of flowing water, birdsong, and the changing light over the mountains create a quietly luxurious retreat after a day of sightseeing. ----- 🛋️ Living Room The living space is designed for slow, comfortable evenings: • 50" TV with access to Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube (use your own accounts) • Large dining table seating up to 6 guests • Sofa that can be used as an additional bed • A small library of English books, Japanese manga, and magazines • Board games and toys to keep both adults and children entertained ・Baby crib and high chair are available on request; as they require assembly, please let us know before your arrival. ----- 🛏️ Bedrooms Bedroom 1 • 1 double bed + 1 semi-double bed • Hotel-quality pillows plus functional pillows for sensitive sleepers • A dressing desk with bright, even lighting—ideal for make-up, getting ready, or working remotely Bedroom 2 • 1 double bed in a calm, uncluttered space designed for good sleep ----- 👩‍🍳 Kitchen & Dining The kitchen is set up for longer, comfortable stays: • IH stove, electric kettle, rice cooker • Refrigerator with freezer, microwave • Pots, pans, plates, glasses, and cutlery For hygiene reasons, we provide only a small selection of basic seasonings—individually wrapped soy sauce, olive oil, and salt—so you can bring any additional condiments you prefer. ----- 🧺 Laundry • Free washing machine and dryer available • Laundry detergent and laundry nets • Indoor drying rack, hangers • Iron and ironing board Perfect for guests traveling with children or staying several nights. ----- 🛁 Bath & Grooming • Deep bathtub and shower for a proper soak after a day in the mountains • Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap • Modern bidet toilet • SALONIA hair dryer and hair iron for easy styling before going out This home is designed as a quiet, polished base from which to enjoy Nikko at your own pace. ----- 🧳We can store your luggage on the day of check-out until 12:30, while our cleaning staff is on site. 🧹Cleaning during your stay is available for an additional fee of ¥8,000. Please let us know at least 2 days in advance. （In rare cases, we may not be able to accommodate your request depending on staff availability.） Guest access ⚪︎1The entire house is available for your use (no sharing with other guests) ⚪︎ Please do not touch the closet in bedroom 1 or the cupboard above the sink in the kitchen as they store equipment. Other things to note Check-in : After 4:00 p.m. Check-out : 10:00 a.m. ○Free parking is available for one car. Please let us know in advance if you would like to use it, and we will let you know if there is a parking lot nearby for the second car or later. ○ maximum 8 people can be accommodated, but we recommend that no more than 6 people use the room. ○Please take off your shoes at the entrance. (Please wear slippers or socks indoors.) (Please remove your slippers in the tatami rooms.) ○Since we are located in a quiet residential area, parties, loud voices, and loud music are not allowed. In case of violation, you will be asked to leave. ○The layout and accessories of the rooms may change from the pictures. ○Each person is provided with one bath towel and one face towel. ○For stays longer than one week, please note that we will visit approximately once a week for garbage collection and sheet replacement. ◯Refunds will not be issued for subjective reasons such as odor or perceived cleanliness. ○Our support hours are from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Japan time). Please note that messages sent outside of these hours may receive a delayed response or be answered the following day. We kindly ask that you complete your check-in by 9:00 PM whenever possible, and contact us before 9:00 PM if any issues arise. ⚫︎Please contact us and let us know if you have made the room dirty or broken. If the damage is malicious, we will charge you the actual cost of replacing the room. 【Please read them carefully】 In accordance with Japan's Ryokan Business Law, we request that you submit the personal information of all guests and a copy of each guest's passport (not required if you are a Japanese citizen and reside in Japan). If you do not send us these documents by the due date, your reservation will be cancelled and you will not be able to stay at the hotel. 【Penalties】 The following rules are not meant to make guests feel uncomfortable, but simply to help everyone enjoy a clean, safe, and peaceful stay. Fortunately, we have never had to request any of these additional fees from past guests. We warmly welcome respectful guests and will do our best to help you feel relaxed and comfortable during your stay. (1) The keys inside the key box are secured with a cord to prevent loss. Please do not remove the cord when using the keys. If the cord is removed and the key is lost, a replacement fee of 20,000 yen (to cover the door lock change) will be charged. (2) For any damage to equipment in the room, we will charge the equivalent cost of a new item as reimbursement. (3) If you smoke cigarettes (including electronic cigarettes) in the room, we will charge you 30,000 yen as deodorant fee. Smoking in front of the entrance is also prohibited. (4) If you dye your hair in the bathroom and make the bath dirty, you will be charged 20,000 yen to restore the bath to its original condition. (5) If you take towels, appliances, books, or other furnishings home with you, we will charge you the actual cost. Registration Details Hotels and Inns Business Act | 栃木県県西保健所 | 栃木県指令西保第010500072号