Enso-an - Refined cozy house in heart of Kyoto

Interior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Exterior
Exterior detail
5.0
Outstanding(2 Reviews)

House in Kyoto

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental

The house was fully restored in 2017 by an architect and a designer who are both specialists in Japanese architecture. It combines modern comfort with the charms of a traditional dwelling: cob walls, shoji and fusuma (sliding doors made of rice paper or wood), rooms with tatami mats, bamboo and soft lighting.
Description of the house
As you enter the house, you can see a stone garden through the windows of the entrance. There is a large kitchen / dining room great for large groups to eat and relax together. Next to the dining room is a tatami room which is rather like a chashitsu, a room traditionally used for tea ceremony. This room can be used both as a living room or as an extension of the double bedroom. A bed can be set up in this room if needed. On the other side of the hallway is a comfortable bathroom, restroom and the laundry room with a washing machine.
Upstairs, you will find two large bedrooms, one twin room and a tatami bedroom (4 futons) as well as a small shower room and another restroom.
The house owner, a conductor living in Kyoto, has named it Enso-an. In Japanese, "Enso" means musical performance but also refers to a circle, one of the great symbols of Zen Buddhism. "An" signifies hermitage.
The neighborhood
Enso-an is the former house of a traditional doll manufacturer, located a stone’s throw from the Gion district and from ninenzaka, the most working-class area of Kyoto. In the heart of the peaceful potters’ district of Higashiyama, the house is nestled in the pedestrianised alleys beneath Kiyomizu-dera, the famous temple with Unesco world heritage status.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Garden

Map of Kyoto

Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(2 Reviews)
5.0
Jul 2024
We really enjoyed our stay at Enso-an. It was fun to experience a traditional home with good access to Kyoto sites. Bus access was easy and the house was comfortable for our group of 6.
5.0
Feb 2023
Everything was amazing

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Kyoto?

The average price for a rental in Kyoto is $133 per night. This rental is $406 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Enso-an - Refined cozy house in heart of Kyoto. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Enso-an - Refined cozy house in heart of Kyoto pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Enso-an - Refined cozy house in heart of Kyoto?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and garden.

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