Kyomachiya Kaede

Located in Kyoto, this welcoming vacation home brings it all within your reach. Let your feet make short work of the 5-minute walk to Shijo Street or easily tackle the quick 3-minute drive to Nijō Castle. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at either Nishioji-Sanjo Station, a short 4-minute walk away, or Saiin Station, 6 minutes away.

After you return, you can unwind in the garden or sip a drink on the terrace. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player.

As you settle into the place, you'll find a dining area, climate-controlled air-conditioning, a desk, and blackout drapes/curtains. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and slippers. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchenette, complete with a stovetop and a refrigerator, as well as a microwave, cookware, and a toaster. And you can even travel light because you'll have a washer/dryer.