Holiday rentals in Lake Biwa

3 stops from Kyoto station 13min.Unique accommodations where you can enjoy jazz and travel like a local

If you want to enjoy sightseeing and music🎼 in a quiet town on the shores of the largest freshwater lake in Japan, in the Kyoto lifestyle area, this is the place! It is in a convenient location just three stops from Kyoto Station (about 13 minutes by train), but it is not crowded, so you can avoid the crowds and enjoy a quiet stay.Convenient access to the main tourist attractions in Osaka, Kyoto and Shiga (Fushimi Inari 35 minutes / Uji 45 minutes / Gion 40 minutes / Osaka 46 minutes, etc.).Enrakuji Temple, a World Heritage Site, Omi Jingu Shrine, and Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine are also nearby, and you can enjoy Japanese cultural heritage such as Karasaki Shrine and Sakamoto Castle Ruins, which are within walking distance, while strolling along the lake shore. The adjoining jazz bar and live performance space features a wonderful sound system and a stage.Currently, we hold jazz live performances roughly once a month (on weekend afternoons). The jazz bar is only open on weekend evenings (from 6 pm to 9 pm on Saturdays and Sundays, for about 3 hours), so please be aware of the noise from the music playing in the bar during that time.For weekend bookings, the live music charge is free, and one drink is free during jazz bar opening hours. There are also drugstores and delicious restaurants near the accommodation, making it convenient for shopping and dining.

Cozy Lake View House Near Kyoto / 家族に人気・無料駐車場

Welcome to a private modern Japanese space with panoramic views of Lake Biwa! This is a rare house along Lake Biwa, and you can rent the entire 2nd and 3rd floors. The location is also excellent, with Branches Otsukey, Starbucks, ramen shops, and MEGA Don Quijote within walking distance, making it the best place to stay for everyday convenience. Property Features: Private space: You can use the entire 2nd and 3rd floors of a 3-story building. The first floor is the owner's exclusive management area, but there is a separate entrance, so privacy is assured. 2nd floor: Spacious living and dining room with bathroom. There are bathrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors. 3rd floor: There are 2 Japanese-style rooms with tatami mats, where you can enjoy a traditional Japanese atmosphere that is different from the modern space on the 2nd floor. We offer futon bedding for an authentic Japanese experience. Other points: Relaxing environment: There is a main road in front of the house, so you can hear the sound of cars, but there are few houses around, so you can spend time with children without worrying. Convenient location: There are plenty of shopping and dining facilities nearby. Experience a relaxing stay in a Japanese space with a beautiful view of Lake Biwa.

[Koshin] Entire traditional house rental *Popular with groups* Long-term stays welcome * BBQ possible * 50 minutes from Kyoto * 10-minute walk to Lake Biwa

This is the private rental of an old house, [Kokoro]. This is a private house that is exclusively rented to one group per day, where you can feel close to the rich nature of Shiga Prefecture and enjoy rural life. It is a calm, old-fashioned space that can accommodate up to 10 guests. Please relax and enjoy your stay with family and friends. It is about an hour by car from the city of Kyoto, and if you are coming by train, it is about 20 minutes by bus from Adogawa Station on the JR Kosai Line, or about 10 minutes by taxi. It is popular with overseas guests, families, and groups. We also rent out BBQ sets (equipment) for a fee, so please feel free to ask. There is free parking on the premises. Up to 3 standard cars can be parked. For large vehicles, it may be difficult to park 3, so please contact us in advance. If you consult with us in advance, we can also rent out space for a fee. We also offer free bike rentals. There are also plenty of outdoor facilities in the surrounding area, so please use it as a base for your activities. Please also use it as a base while cycling around Lake Biwa. Information about nearby tourist attractions and facilities is also posted on social media. Instagram　@kokoro_shiga.takashima

[15% off for consecutive stays] Private log house with wood-burning stove and BBQ deck | Maximum 8 people | 10 minutes by car from Metasequoia

This is "Green View Lodge", a private log house in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, nestled in the rich natural surroundings between Lake Biwa and Mt. Hakutakan. Only one group per day. We offer a spacious space that is ideal for families, groups of friends, girls' nights out, and extended stays (up to 8 people). ■ Comprehensive facilities and features ● Wood-burning stove: In winter (December to March), you can relax in the warmth of the wood-burning stove. ● Wooden deck: You can enjoy barbecues and stargazing on the open wooden deck (free BBQ stove rental). ● Kitchen & cafe counter: There is a spacious kitchen and an atmospheric counter, perfect for cooking, dining and chatting in large groups. ● Indoor terrace: There is a bright indoor terrace where you can relax without worrying about the weather. ■ Nearby attractions and access (time required by car) Metasequoia tree-lined street: about 10 minutes by car Hakkodake Ski Resort / Parfait specialty shop: about 6 minutes by car Lake Biwa shore (Imazu area): about 7 minutes by car Makino Kogen and hot springs: about 15 minutes by car Shirahige Shrine: about 20 minutes by car Nearest supermarket and convenience store: about 10 minutes by car

Pastorale｜A private rental property near Lake Biwa, surrounded by countryside

A rural landscape as far as the eye can see. Mealtime on a Bermuda hot plate while feeling the breeze on the wooden deck. Enjoy a special theatre experience at night with a 75-inch screen and surround sound. This is a newly built private villa, completed in March 2026, surrounded by nature near Lake Biwa in Takashima, Shiga Prefecture. You can enjoy a private stay without worrying about your surroundings. In this peaceful environment, you can forget your everyday worries and enjoy a relaxing stay. It's about a five-minute walk to the shore of Lake Biwa, so please enjoy a stroll. Recommended for couples, married couples, and friends. There are also shops nearby that serve Omi beef, and we recommend enjoying teppanyaki as a memorable part of your trip. Due to the location, which is surrounded by rice fields and waterways and rich in nature, you can see many insects and other creatures (especially in summer, when there tend to be more).Thank you for your understanding.

Express train from Kyoto | Pure Japanese-style private building 8 minutes on foot from Lake Biwa, pets allowed | Biwako Arigatou House

This is a detached holiday home located a 10-minute walk from JR Omi-Maiko Station and an 8-minute walk from the nearest beach on Lake Biwa.You can see Lake Biwa from the building.You're also welcome to stay with pets!　You can enjoy local life without worrying like a ryokan, hotel, or group glamping inn.Fiber optic internet, wifi throughout the building, playroom and work desk, terrestrial and on-demand TV on a large TV.From a few nights to a long stay, enjoy life in Lake Biwa with your loved ones and pets. The floor on the 1st floor is completely solid, and it is maintained with only edible oil, so it is safe for people and pets. As a measure to prevent infection and hygiene, all rooms are in all rooms!The room is equipped with a ventilation fan (no loss) that allows air exchange with the outside and a plasma cluster air conditioner. We also have a number of fans and circulators, as well as an air purifier and an ozone sterilisation device.

Newly built log house with sauna, bath, firewood stove, and free BBQ space. Occupied area 200 Tsubo

The entire 250 tsubo property is rented! Newly built cabin built in 2024 (Bess country log) Barrel sauna, water bath, BBQ space, trampoline available Rila Takashima values a quiet environment. Loud conversations, laughter, noise, or music outdoors are not allowed. We apologise, but student groups often make a lot of noise, so we limit bookings to a maximum of 5 guests. Outdoor use is permitted until 21:00. Discounts are available for consecutive nights on weekdays.(10% after the second night) Please DM before booking.

15PPL Home | Walk to Old Town/La Collina | 2 Baths

📍 90% of local sights within walking distance. Perfectly located in the historic district. 🚶 Top Location: 10-min walk to La Collina: Most visited, iconic architecture & sweets. 7-min walk to Hachiman-bori: Top-rated canal & iconic Samurai movie site. 5-min walk to Local Market: Perfect for premium Omi Beef. ✨ Highlights: 4BR Home: Traditional layout with backyard & balcony. Modern Perks: Full kitchen w/ dishwasher & premium cookware Convenience: 4-min walk to 24h Lawson & free parking

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.

Spacious house with garden, facing a local shrine

To ensure you enjoy the stay to the fullest, I set check-in and check-out time to both 12:00 Noon. So you can stay up for 24 hours with one night booking. YAMANOTE HOUSE is accessible from major Kansai stations with 37min from Kyoto Sta. or 65min from Osaka Sta. If you come by car from Kyoto it takes less than 1 hour. The area aournd the house is once small castle town. The house is located next to the Shrine, Hiyoshi-Jinja, where the Omizo Festival is held on May 3 and 4 every year.

Kyoto Base for 10｜Near Station,2 Baths 2 Parkings

Just a 15‑minute train ride from Kyoto Station, this private house sits in a quiet residential area and offers a relaxing stay. Located in Otsu City, it’s a 10‑minute walk from Hieizan Sakamoto Station, with easy access to Gion‑Shijo, Kiyomizu‑dera, and Higashiyama. Nearby are Enryaku‑ji and Lake Biwa. The calm, clean interior feels like “another home.” It hosts up to 10 guests, or 18 with the neighboring building. A fully equipped kitchen and nearby shops make long stays easy.

Omi's Machiya "Kado" Traditional building preservation area

This is the only guest house (entire house rental) facing Shinmachi Street in an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. The streets lined with merchants' houses, built in the late Edo period to the Meiji era, give you a strange feeling as if time has stopped when you step into it. This Shinmachi neighborhood is important not only for its scenery but also as a historical site. This is a very rare accommodation where you can stay in such an area.