Cottage holiday rentals in Honshu

Children welcome | Entire house with sauna in a forest hideaway [for families and couples only]

Enjoy a special time with just your family in the forest. SORA is a private rental accommodation where families with children can stay without any worries.You can play, relax, and spend time with your family without worrying about your surroundings. A large TV and card games are available in the building.You can also enjoy ingredients that showcase the bounty of Shinshu, such as locally produced rice and eggs. Please enjoy a relaxing moment in the private sauna surrounded by nature. We recommend a stay of two nights or more. Enjoy the luxury of spending time without worrying about the clock in a hidden forest retreat. Please note: ▪ Not available for male guests only ▪We only allow one family to use ▪It is not available for groups such as friends or multiple families Please review the house rules in ▪advance and strictly adhere to them [Guest information] In accordance with the law, we request that you register the information of all guests. Please register using the link sent to you one week before check-in. [Accommodation tax] The accommodation tax (200 yen per person per night) will be automatically charged to the credit card you registered at the time of pre-check-in. ※ This is a tax based on Nagano Prefecture ordinances.

Ocean view private cottage! 30 m to a quiet white sand beach with bare feet! [Seasons]

It is a quiet cottage along the Sotooura coast, accessible by bus from Izukyu Shimoda Station. You can enjoy the beautiful beach view from your room all day long. There are 2 bedrooms + a fully equipped kitchen & dining room + a bathroom with a bathtub, and it can accommodate 6 people. We worked with local designers and artisans to transform a former private home into a sustainable guest house. While retaining the nostalgic charm, "I want you to enjoy the extraordinary atmosphere unique to the seaside!"This is a cottage with such a feeling. Minimalist furniture and luxurious interior, ocean views from large windows, and a spacious living room with a 100-inch projector. 30 meters to the white sand shore, you can access the beach barefoot. Perfect for private time with loved ones. There is a hot spring (700 yen per adult), a Himonya, a morning vegetable market, and a delicious bakery within walking distance. You can experience the atmosphere of an old fishing village everywhere. [Designated accommodation for people wishing to relocate] If you are considering moving, you can apply for a subsidy (4,000 yen per person per night). For more information, contact the Shimoda City Industrial Promotion Division (0558-22-3914)!

Uminomado, a private cottage surrounded by the sea and mountains, where you can enjoy yourself without any worries

Umimadomari is a private cottage (114 ㎡) located in a small inlet at the eastern tip of the Shimane Peninsula, surrounded by the sea and mountains, limited to one group per day You can enjoy your time without being disturbed by anyone. There are various situations where you can use it, such as when you want to have a lively trip with everyone, a relaxing trip with two people, or when you want to spend time alone ◯Hot pot and BBQ parties with family and friends You can enjoy hot pots and BBQs with your family and friends. Equipped with BBQ stove, Weber grill, etc. Just bring your favorite ingredients and drinks (* There is a fee for charcoal) Information on the◯ facilities The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, utensils, and seasonings. Self-catering with bringing your own ingredients Free rental bicycles (3 units) ◯Corona Virus Prevention Measures Limited to one group per day, so there is no contact with other groups The neighborhood is only natural (about 50 m to the neighboring house) Disinfect 35 touch points at every checkout Check-in and facility explanations are also available on TV ◯Visitors Non-guests are not allowed to enter the building. Thank you for your understanding. Feel at home.

Kiso Kogen Model House, Kiso, Shinshu Starry Sky, Hammock

A show home belonging to a construction company that builds wooden houses in Kiso, Nagano.Located at the entrance to the holiday home area of the Kiso-Koma Highlands, it offers a sense of openness as it blends into the natural surroundings. A boundless sea of stars.A summer resort at an altitude of approximately 900 metres. Experience the warmth and scent of wood, with Kiso cypress pillars, Kiso cypress flooring, and Kiso larch beams. In winter, heating is provided by a wood-burning stove and solar thermal energy. How about reading in a hammock? On the premises, there is an office belonging to the construction company, as well as a restaurant run by the company, where you can have lunch. There is also a desk workspace, so you can use it for business trips, remote work, etc.Enjoy working in a natural setting. When you check in, we will ask you to provide the contact details of all guests. *In accordance with Nagano Prefecture ordinances, an accommodation tax of ¥200 per person per night will be charged for stays from 1 June 2026, and ¥300 per person per night for stays from 1 June 2029.

Beautiful Mid-century Japanese Villa

THE LAYER | ITO - One of Conde Nast Traveler's top Airbnbs in Japan! This perfectly designed mid-century home has been deeply cared for since it was built by highly skilled craftsmen in 1968. If your dates are not available in ITO, we are happy to introduce our sister property, THE LAYER | ATAMI GARDEN. This beautiful, recently renovated 1930s villa with a private garden and gorgeous bath near Kinomiya Shrine in Atami is also available to book on Airbnb. Please send us a message to learn more!

Immaculate Private Family Cottage with Hot Spring

Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life at our hot spring home nestled in the foothills of Mt. Hakkoda near Towada-Hachimantai National Park. We have lovingly refurbished this little house in the woods as a relaxing getaway. Indulge in a bath that flows straight from Sarukura Onsen’s natural springs into the house or curl up for a movie on our 80” projector. Experience the incredible natural surroundings and hike the wonder of Oirase Gorge or ski-in/ski-out at nearby Oirase Keiryu Ski Resort.

Vintage lodge, private bathhouse & historic estate

Experience one of Conde Nast's 10 most beautiful rural areas in Japan. Historic Kawasemi Cottage offers a glimpse of the past with the best of modern comforts. You'll be soothed by the river below while unwinding in the private nostalgic bathhouse and tranquil heirloom garden. We'll help arrange local outdoor & cultural activities, deliver authentic bento boxes, or stock the kitchen & provide recipes to taste local flavors. Teahouse open Sat 10am-4pm. Access by train/bus. Discount for >2 nights.

Haruya Guesthouse

Our guesthouse is in a beautiful mountain village, near to it are pristine forests with beech trees and an ancient mountain path that was used to carry sea products from Japan sea to Kyoto in old days. In front of the guesthouse runs a stream that is a source of Lake Biwa and its water is crystal clear ; in early summer nights many fireflies fly over the stream. In winter, we have a lot of snow ; sometimes it reaches 2 meters from the ground! On clear nights you can enjoy the sky full of stars.

Sanson Terrace "House of Waltz" in rural Nagano

The Mochizuki district of Saku City, where "House of Waltz" is located, is known as Village of Horses and has long been a horse ranch where people and horses have a close relationship. To express our respect for these culture and history, we renovated a wooden house that offers a view of the horses spending time at a Equestrian Park. Within walking distance, you can visit Kasuga Onsen, boasting over 300 years of history and high-quality hot springs, a Equestrian Park, a tranquil park in nature.

Oceanview Deck Lodge with Open-air Bath

The warmth of wood can be felt at Atagawa Moon Lodge, which makes abundant use of solid cedar wood. Atagawa is a mecca of hot springs with numerous wellsprings. A 15min drive from the inn is a beach where you can enjoy beach activities. Located in the center of Higashi Izu, it is the perfect base for sightseeing in Izu Kogen, Ito, and Shimoda! On nights with a full moon, you may be able to see the fantastic moon road created by the moonlight illuminating the ocean from your room.

Achi – Japan’s Best Starry Sky | 1.5h from Nagoya

Experience Ultimate Luxury Under Japan’s Best Starry Sky 🌌 Starry Lodge is a private rental villa in Nagano, offering a serene escape in nature with Japan’s most stunning starry sky. Accommodating up to five guests, it’s perfect for families and friends seeking a peaceful retreat. 🚗 Easy Access – Just 1.5 hours from Nagoya ♨️ Relax in Hot Springs – 8 minutes to Hirugami Onsen ✨ Spectacular Stargazing – See the Milky Way & shooting stars with the naked eye

Lani (mountain side) - a whole rental cottage near "Kii-Kabochaya" in Setouchi National Park

OHANA is a private seaside cottage on Naoshima, known as a sacred place of contemporary art. There are two cottages, sea side and mountain side; Lani is the mountain-side cottage. Free parking is available on site. The cottage accommodates 6–8 guests and includes a kitchen and washing machine. It is a 3-minute walk to the Yellow Pumpkin and 2 minutes to the bus stop. We also offer Naoshima tours for guests. For tour inquiries, please contact us by email.