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  • House
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Nearest beach 95 mi
  • Child friendly
  • Car not necessary
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed

From the owner

124 years old charming Japanese traditional wooden town house (machiya), fully renovated to a holiday rental house.

This house is located in the very center of Kyoto city. Walking distance to the Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nijo castle of world heritage, Gaisha area etc. To access all main beautiful places like Golden Temple, Kiyomizu Temple, Gion etc., takes only about 15 minutes.

There are lots of famous restaurants, cafes and bars around the house, and even you can experience Japanese traditional public bath (sento) near our house.

Our house is in a quaint back street of the city and this is the best place for you to explore the real Japanese lifestyle.

How about going to the cafe where Kyoto people gather in the morning or public bath at night in our neighborhood where you can have a chat and become friends with local people.

The surrounded area of our house is not crowded by tourists, is also a advantage for you to enjoy the calm daily life of local people.

Inside the house has been designed with the image of a Japanese tea‐ceremony room (chashitsu), to provide our guests the simple but cozy Japanese cultural atmosphere at home.

This house is a two story building with living room, kitchen, bath, toilet etc. in the first floor and two bed rooms in the second floor. we are Newly renovated and the house is very clean and new.

We have futons (beds) up to 5 guests. We of cause welcome you all and very much recommend for families with children. Since we are in the middle of a typical very friendly and strongly connected local community, you could enjoy the hospitality of Kyoto citizens.

We wish you to spend relaxed during your stay and we are very glad if you feel this place as your own home in Kyoto.

We wish your stay in Kyoto will be a one with lots of lovely serendipity. From that meaning we named this house "Serendipity @ Kyoto"

Our house "Serendipity Kyoto" is a licensed accommodation where you can stay with more trust, more safety and more security.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: 3 Twin beds
  • Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
  • 1 Family bathroom

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Air conditioning
  • Climbing frame
  • Bicycles available
  • Internet access
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Iron
  • TV
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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"Serendipity at Kyoto", traditional & modern Japanese home near Imperial palace – Home 7112154

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    Things to know

    Check in: 15:00 Check out: 11:00
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    Payment

    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
    Damage deposit: $200.00

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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    Not

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    Manager restrictions

    Minimum stay: 2 night

    About the owner

    Chie T.
    Tourist License
    REGNO1(KYOTO4THAPRIL2016)
    Calendar last updated:
    26 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    8

    Based in:
    Japan
    Languages spoken: English
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    Reviews

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    pamelaao2018
    Seattle

    Lovely Machiya Experience
    Mar 2019

    We just stayed at Serendipity a second time and enjoyed it even more than our first time. The house is very comfortable, even in cold weather. Loved the Japanese bath! Chie san is so very helpful too.… More 

    19 Mar 2019

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Pamela San, Thank you for your lovely Review. It is our honor and pleasure to host you at "serendipity". We always admire to see you enjoy Japan and Kyoto in a gracefully way. I and our family love very much looking forward to seeing you again. Please take good care of your health. wish you all the best and Good Luck!

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    pamelaao2018
    Seattle

    Lovely Kyoto Machiya
    Nov 2018

    We've stayed in 3 other Kyoto machiyas and liked this one the best in terms of spaciousness and creature comforts. The house is located on a quiet lane, close to bus stops and about a 10 minute w… More 

    3 Dec 2018

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    thank you for staying at our house "Serendipity at Kyoto" and thank you very much for your lovely comment. It is our big pleasure to have you to our place. thank you for all the good memories. we very much looking forward to seeing you again soon. please take good care of your self and wish you all the best. Chie

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Lisa H

    Great home base
    Sep 2017

    Chile's home is quiet, clean, and comfortable. It is located centrally in Kyoto with easy access to public transportation and many good sights and restaurants. Chie is also very easy to reach and… More 

    2 Oct 2017

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Thank you Lisa for your lovely review. It is our pleasure you enjoyed Kyoto. please come again we would love to host you. wish you all the best and good luck. thank you again. Chie

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    solbrittmolin
    Hovik, Norway

    Living in a Japanese neighborhood
    Feb 2017

    This is as close one gets to experience Japanese everyday life, even though we don't know the neighbors or take part in the working day.

    20 Feb 2017

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Dear Molin, Thank you for your lovely comment. During your stay It was very nice to see you were enjoying Kyoto very much. We are very much looking forward to host your family again at "Serendipity@Kyoto". Thank you again and wish you all the best with Warmest regards from Kyoto. Chie

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Susan B P

    Everything You Might Want or Need!
    Aug 2016

    Out hosts were attentive and helpful, making our trip to Kyoto easier than it might have been without them. The house felt spacious because of its exceptionally well planned layout. It was charming … More 

    19 Feb 2017

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Thank you Susan for your lovely comment. It is very nice to hear you had a present stay at Serendipity@Kyoto. We hope to welcome you in Kyoto again. Wish you all the best. Warmest regards. Chie

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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