House in Shiga, Japan
8 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
[40-minute drive from Kyoto Station ★ Entire Villa Rental]
A completely private hideaway nestled at the foot of the Hira Mountains where you won’t run into a soul. Accommodates up to 8 guests. For a limited time only, enjoy a 20% discount on our 【Special Weekday Plan for Couples】
■ 3 Unforgettable Experiences
1. The Ultimate “100-Year Sauna”
A sauna built using traditional methods with 100% cypress from the foothills of Mount Hira in Shiga Prefecture. Equipped with a top-of-the-line electric heater, so no fire management is required. You can fully immerse yourself in the scent of 100% pure cypress and the self-service löyly.
2. Starlit Jacuzzi and BBQ (until 9:00 PM)
After the sauna, enjoy blissful fresh air bathing in the outdoor jacuzzi and on the wooden deck. You can also enjoy a BBQ on an authentic American-made grill and the flickering flames of a campfire.
*To preserve the rich tranquility of the surroundings, outdoor use is limited to 9:00 PM.
3. 120-inch “Immersive Cinema”
From 9:00 PM, head to the sophisticated indoor living room. We promise the ultimate nighttime experience as you immerse yourself in the world of movies on a massive 120-inch screen that spans an entire wall.
■ Comprehensive Amenities
Enjoy the ultimate in relaxation with a fully equipped kitchen, a ReFa hair dryer, a Simmons bed, and underfloor heating throughout.
■ [3:00 PM – 9:00 PM] Our pride and joy. The “100-Year Sauna,” fragrant with cypress from the foothills of Mount Hira, & a starlit jacuzzi
The biggest highlight of Star House is the authentic sauna crafted by artisans based on the concept of “architecture that will be passed down for 100 years.”
It is made entirely from 100% cypress sourced from the foothills of Mount Hira in Shiga Prefecture. By deliberately choosing a top-of-the-line electric heater, we’ve completely eliminated the hassle of temperature control. You can immerse yourself completely in the crisp scent of 100% pure cypress and the soothing steam of a self-service löyly, which you can enjoy whenever you like.
After warming up to the limit, head to the dedicated cold plunge pool and then enjoy an outdoor air bath where you can feel the forest breeze. In the evening, enjoy a moment of pure bliss in the jacuzzi on the wooden deck, sipping champagne while gazing up at the star-studded sky.
■ [Starting at 9:00 PM] The scene shifts indoors. The “Immersive Cinema Living Room,” where you have a 120-inch screen all to yourself.
To preserve the rich tranquility of the neighborhood, use of outdoor areas such as the garden and sauna is limited to [until 9:00 PM].
But this is where Star House truly shines. Starting at 9:00 PM, move into the spacious indoor living room to begin your ultimate nighttime ritual: enjoying the “120-inch giant screen” that spans an entire wall. After your body and mind have been thoroughly relaxed in the sauna, sink into the plush sofa—with cinema-like immersion, lose track of time and enjoy the “luxury of doing nothing.”
■ The “White Wooden Terrace” that Seamlessly Connects to the Forest
Open the front door to discover an extraordinary space filled with a sense of openness, where the pure white wooden deck blends seamlessly with the forest.
Equipped with an authentic American-made BBQ grill and a fire pit where you can be soothed by the flickering flames (available for use until 8:00 PM). In addition, the property features two outdoor showers, a changing room, and an outdoor restroom. The layout is meticulously designed to allow for a stress-free flow—moving from the sauna or jacuzzi to the living area barefoot, without having to take off your shoes.
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～BBQ ・ Guidelines for Using the Fire Pit～
Hours of Use: Check-in through 8:00 PM
BBQ (includes grill, grill grate, and 6 kg, tongs) included
Campfire (1 bundle of firewood) included
☆Please bring your own food and seasonings☆
*Bringing your own BBQ grill is prohibited to prevent fires.*
*We do not provide disposable items (aluminum foil, paper towels, paper plates, etc.).
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[Information for Guests with Children]
Children under 2 years old stay for free but are counted toward the occupancy limit. (Bedding and amenities are not provided.)
🚗 Parking
We have a free, dedicated parking lot on the premises (space for 2 standard-sized vehicles) for your convenience.
Other Important Notes
To ensure you enjoy your stay at our facility to the fullest and to protect the rich forest environment, we ask for your cooperation in following these smart rules.
■ “Quiet Time” Starting at 9:00 PM ~An Evening of Silence and Cinema~
As our facility is located in a quiet forest, we have strict rules regarding noise out of consideration for our neighbors.
Please conclude all outdoor activities (BBQs, campfires, hot tubs, and conversations on the terrace) by 9:00 PM. Playing music outdoors or using speakers is prohibited at all times.
We sincerely look forward to welcoming guests who will respect these rules and enjoy a “beautiful getaway” where they can fully immerse themselves in the space and time.
[About Bedding]
For a party of 8, the accommodation consists of 4 single beds, 1 double bed, and 2 floor mats. Changes or additions to the bedding are not permitted.
If you are booking for 6–7 guests and would like to use a double bed by yourself or add a floor mat, please contact us by the day before your stay.
*Additional floor mat: 3,200 yen per mat
*For same-day changes, a 3,000 yen change fee will be charged in addition to the above rates.
We do not provide futons or amenities for children under 2 years of age.
A completely private hideaway nestled at the foot of the Hira Mountains where you won’t run into a soul. Accommodates up to 8 guests. For a limited time only, enjoy a 20% discount on our 【Special Weekday Plan for Couples】
■ 3 Unforgettable Experiences
1. The Ultimate “100-Year Sauna”
A sauna built using traditional methods with 100% cypress from the foothills of Mount Hira in Shiga Prefecture. Equipped with a top-of-the-line electric heater, so no fire management is required. You can fully immerse yourself in the scent of 100% pure cypress and the self-service löyly.
2. Starlit Jacuzzi and BBQ (until 9:00 PM)
After the sauna, enjoy blissful fresh air bathing in the outdoor jacuzzi and on the wooden deck. You can also enjoy a BBQ on an authentic American-made grill and the flickering flames of a campfire.
*To preserve the rich tranquility of the surroundings, outdoor use is limited to 9:00 PM.
3. 120-inch “Immersive Cinema”
From 9:00 PM, head to the sophisticated indoor living room. We promise the ultimate nighttime experience as you immerse yourself in the world of movies on a massive 120-inch screen that spans an entire wall.
■ Comprehensive Amenities
Enjoy the ultimate in relaxation with a fully equipped kitchen, a ReFa hair dryer, a Simmons bed, and underfloor heating throughout.
■ [3:00 PM – 9:00 PM] Our pride and joy. The “100-Year Sauna,” fragrant with cypress from the foothills of Mount Hira, & a starlit jacuzzi
The biggest highlight of Star House is the authentic sauna crafted by artisans based on the concept of “architecture that will be passed down for 100 years.”
It is made entirely from 100% cypress sourced from the foothills of Mount Hira in Shiga Prefecture. By deliberately choosing a top-of-the-line electric heater, we’ve completely eliminated the hassle of temperature control. You can immerse yourself completely in the crisp scent of 100% pure cypress and the soothing steam of a self-service löyly, which you can enjoy whenever you like.
After warming up to the limit, head to the dedicated cold plunge pool and then enjoy an outdoor air bath where you can feel the forest breeze. In the evening, enjoy a moment of pure bliss in the jacuzzi on the wooden deck, sipping champagne while gazing up at the star-studded sky.
■ [Starting at 9:00 PM] The scene shifts indoors. The “Immersive Cinema Living Room,” where you have a 120-inch screen all to yourself.
To preserve the rich tranquility of the neighborhood, use of outdoor areas such as the garden and sauna is limited to [until 9:00 PM].
But this is where Star House truly shines. Starting at 9:00 PM, move into the spacious indoor living room to begin your ultimate nighttime ritual: enjoying the “120-inch giant screen” that spans an entire wall. After your body and mind have been thoroughly relaxed in the sauna, sink into the plush sofa—with cinema-like immersion, lose track of time and enjoy the “luxury of doing nothing.”
■ The “White Wooden Terrace” that Seamlessly Connects to the Forest
Open the front door to discover an extraordinary space filled with a sense of openness, where the pure white wooden deck blends seamlessly with the forest.
Equipped with an authentic American-made BBQ grill and a fire pit where you can be soothed by the flickering flames (available for use until 8:00 PM). In addition, the property features two outdoor showers, a changing room, and an outdoor restroom. The layout is meticulously designed to allow for a stress-free flow—moving from the sauna or jacuzzi to the living area barefoot, without having to take off your shoes.
ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー
～BBQ ・ Guidelines for Using the Fire Pit～
Hours of Use: Check-in through 8:00 PM
BBQ (includes grill, grill grate, and 6 kg, tongs) included
Campfire (1 bundle of firewood) included
☆Please bring your own food and seasonings☆
*Bringing your own BBQ grill is prohibited to prevent fires.*
*We do not provide disposable items (aluminum foil, paper towels, paper plates, etc.).
ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー
[Information for Guests with Children]
Children under 2 years old stay for free but are counted toward the occupancy limit. (Bedding and amenities are not provided.)
🚗 Parking
We have a free, dedicated parking lot on the premises (space for 2 standard-sized vehicles) for your convenience.
Other Important Notes
To ensure you enjoy your stay at our facility to the fullest and to protect the rich forest environment, we ask for your cooperation in following these smart rules.
■ “Quiet Time” Starting at 9:00 PM ~An Evening of Silence and Cinema~
As our facility is located in a quiet forest, we have strict rules regarding noise out of consideration for our neighbors.
Please conclude all outdoor activities (BBQs, campfires, hot tubs, and conversations on the terrace) by 9:00 PM. Playing music outdoors or using speakers is prohibited at all times.
We sincerely look forward to welcoming guests who will respect these rules and enjoy a “beautiful getaway” where they can fully immerse themselves in the space and time.
[About Bedding]
For a party of 8, the accommodation consists of 4 single beds, 1 double bed, and 2 floor mats. Changes or additions to the bedding are not permitted.
If you are booking for 6–7 guests and would like to use a double bed by yourself or add a floor mat, please contact us by the day before your stay.
*Additional floor mat: 3,200 yen per mat
*For same-day changes, a 3,000 yen change fee will be charged in addition to the above rates.
We do not provide futons or amenities for children under 2 years of age.
Amenities at Japanese Cypress Sauna *BBQ *Jacuzzi *Fire pit *Detox Inn to enjoy nature in a spacious garden *5 min. drive to the ski slopes
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Shiga, Japan
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