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Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明

Vacation home with kitchen, near Nishiki Market

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Close to Kyoto Tower and Kawaramachi Street, Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明 provides amenities like laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明

Immerse yourself in the charm and culture of Kyoto with a stay at Machiya Mei, a beautifully restored traditional machiya house infused with modern amenities. Located in the heart of Kyoto, this exquisite property is just a 17-minute walk from Kyoto Station, with the convenience of a 10-minute journey by bus or subway, placing the best of the city right at your doorstep.

Machiya Mei is more than just a vacation rental; it's a bridge between Kyoto's rich past and its vibrant present. Whether you're exploring the city's ancient temples, wandering through bustling markets, or simply soaking in the local culture, Machiya Mei provides a perfect, centrally-located sanctuary to come home to.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

526561

About the neighborhood

Map
Kyoto, Kyoto

What's nearby

  • Nishihonganji Temple - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Higashi Honganji Temple - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kyoto Station Building - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Gojo Station - 7 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪京料理 たん熊北店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪がんこ 西本願寺別邸 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪六条新町招福亭 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪吟醸らーめん 久保田 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kati - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明 located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Nishihonganji Temple, Kawaramachi Street, and Kyoto Tower. Nishiki Market and Nijō Castle are also within 2 mi (3 km). Gojo Station is 7 minutes by foot and Tanbaguchi Station is 16 minutes.

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Shiki Homes | Machiya Mei 町家明 Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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10

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Muriel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very recommanded

Very beautiful japanese style house, with a designer decoration and with all you need inside and even more. Each room has its own air conditionner. The house is 15 minutes on foot from the train station and next to bus lines.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024