Holiday rentals in Shiga Prefecture

A private house within walking distance of Hikone Castle, a National Treasure/1 group per day/50 minutes to Kyoto/Free parking for up to 2 cars

Located in the center of Hikone-shi, this place is close to everything you want to visit with your family. Free parking is in front of the inn, so it is easy to carry your️ luggage! It is comfortable to stay with about 4 people, but you can stay up to 6 people if you can.It is also a great place for biwaichi around Lake Biwa by bicycle. In winter, you can reach the Gransnow Okuibuki Ski Resort in an hour.It's the perfect place to stay the night before. There is a shopping street called "Taisho Romantic Shibancho Square" within walking distance, so you can feel like you're traveling by walking.There are also various restaurants and restaurants. It is a 3-minute walk to the Hiko Nara Museum, a 5-minute walk to Castle Road, and a 10-minute walk to Hikone Castle, a national treasure.It's also a great place to take a walk with your car♪ There are many delicious morning shops nearby, so you can rest assured that you can have breakfast.♪ Located in the center of Shiga Prefecture, it is a convenient place to visit sightseeing spots such as "La Colina" in Omihachiman, "Black Wall Square" in Nagahama, and Taga's "Taga Taisha". You can access most popular tourist destinations in Shiga, and Kyoto is also an hour away by train or car.

[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

[Barrel Sauna Available (Extra Charge)] Modern-style Traditional House for Rent/Up to 8 People/Terrace with Roof Available/Tent Sauna Available

Welcome to [3Re: KEITA]! From a house without personality to a house with personality We remade an old house that had been left without any features. Re Origine (reuse what you can, don't destroy more than necessary) Re Make (reuse waste materials and give them new life) Re Meaning (Don't let them tell you there's nothing in the countryside) Based on the concept of the 3 Re's, we strive to create new value while cherishing rural roots. The concept of this facility is not just to renovate, but to remake while preserving the good qualities of old houses, to redefine their value, and to make them modern and comfortable. The facility is located at the foot of Mt. Ibuki in Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture. Enjoy a relaxing time feeling the blessings of the mountains and nature to your heart's content. We also rent BBQ grills and tent saunas, so you can enjoy an extraordinary experience while feeling at one with nature. * We may not be able to provide a tent sauna depending on availability. Please note that we are only able to lend it free of charge, and even if it cannot be used, we cannot change the amount.

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.

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.

Kyoto13min/4ppl/WideKing Bed/3minStation/Lake Area

Our place is in Ishiyama,just 13 min from Kyoto and 50 min from Osaka. It’s a peaceful town near the southern tip of Lake Biwa, with rivers, nature, and history. You can enjoy quiet stays away from the busy city, explore Ishiyama-dera Temple, or go cycling along the lakeside. Try amazing Omi Beef, one of Japan’s top 3 wagyu! Walk by the Seta River, relax in nature, and visit nearby spots like MIHO Museum, Hikone Castle and more. The room has warm lighting and a 240cm-wide bed for perfect rest.

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.

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.

然 -sikari- | A Stayable Kissa in Rural Japan

A quiet private house with a small skateable garden, one hour from Kyoto and near Lake Biwa. The handmade concrete landscape can be skated or enjoyed as sculpture. Surrounded by rice fields, with birds, wind, and clear starry nights. Renovated by the host, a Japanese painter, into a simple teahouse-like space. Ideal for writers, artists, and anyone seeking stillness. Two nights or more recommended. Not a place to consume, but to pause and reconnect with your senses.