A nearly 100-year-old traditional house (kominka) located in a serene forest near Lake Saiko in Yamanashi Prefecture, this standalone rental house boasts a spacious 580m² property with distant views of Lake Saiko. Designed with a tiled roof, unique thatched interior, and high-quality natural wood, the house incorporates traditional Japanese architectural techniques from early Japan, offering a peaceful and historic escape from the bustle of city life.
In 2022, the property was renovated and redesigned to preserve its historical charm and cultural essence while also introducing modern amenities to meet the needs of today’s travelers. Here, guests can enjoy lively family BBQs, relax in a semi-open-air bath, and appreciate the changing seasonal landscapes around them.
Come experience the elegance and historical significance of this kominka villa, where you can unwind and immerse yourself in the tranquility of a space steeped in history and culture. Enjoy a truly unique stay surrounded by the beauty of Japan’s countryside.
This traditional Japanese house has 2 floors and a courtyard. The first floor is about 126 square meters, the second floor is about 69 square meters, and the courtyard is about 150 square meters. Behind the building, we have a semi-open bath. In 2022, we partially renovated the house to improve its comfort and facilities while preserving its unique structure and its spacious space. We improved the kitchen & bathroom, added a new handmade wooden staircase & new furniture, allowing you to enjoy wonderful moments with family and friends in a more spacious and comfortable environment.
1st floor and courtyard BBQ
The first floor, approximately 126 square meters, is mainly used for living and gathering. There is an elegant living room, a spacious tatami room, a renovated kitchen, a new handmade wooden staircase, a bathroom and two separate toilets, and classical cabinetry for your enjoyment and use. The tatami room, surrounded by engawa, is connected to a deck stretching into the courtyard. It is spacious and bright, great for relaxation or rest. You can enjoy the outdoor courtyard through the tatami mats and enjoy the outdoor scenery of the lake and mountains. The outdoor courtyard can be used for BBQ, and the equipment you need is provided.
2nd floor
The second floor is mainly a resting place, with a spacious Japanese-style bedroom, a corridor, and a sitting room for gathering. Through the window in the sitting room, you can enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature with a distant view of Lake Saiko and hills.
Courtyard
The courtyard is about 150 square meters, planted with trees and flowers for all seasons. In spring and autumn, you can immerse yourself in the romance of cherry blossoms and maple leaves, and in summer there are exquisite and elegant purple sunflowers, and small yellow and green flowers on lacquer trees. In winter, in addition to the snow, you can also see the white fresh Chinese holly’s flowers.
This all-wood semi-open bath is located at the back of the building, passing through a Japanese stone path to reach this bath. The bath is equipped with a changing space, and a beautiful stone bathtub, spacious enough for family and friends to enjoy together. The bathtub is surrounded by natural grasses and flowers, and the Japanese wooden curtain design allows you to soak in peace while enjoying the outdoor breeze and the scent of grasses and trees for total relaxation.
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