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Amber House Gion in Prime Gion Location

Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Yasaka Shrine

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
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Close to Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley, Amber House Gion in Prime Gion Location provides a garden, laundry facilities, and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • 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.

Amber House Gion in Prime Gion Location

Amber House Gion is a historic two-storey machiya house, tucked away on a residential cul-de-sac off a side street, right in the heart of old Gion. The location is just about the best you could ask for.

The back side of the house has windows that face directly into the gardens of Kenninji, the oldest Zen temple in Japan. There is no through car traffic, affording visitors a truly tranquil setting. The main sounds to be heard are the gongs and chimes from inside the temple, the nightingales in the Spring, the cicadas in the Summer, and the crickets in the Fall.

The house was built in the Meiji Period, over 100 years ago, by a local architect, whose distinctive style sets this house apart. “Ochaya” tea houses such as this were originally designed as exclusive places where geishas would entertain the elite members of society, in a very high-end, private setting. Amber House Gion is now set up with a living room, two spacious bedrooms, kitchen, and bath. There is a small inner garden, framed by large plates of glass for private enjoyment. Radiant heating provides warmth in the Winter, and ample air conditioning assures coolness in the Summer. There is abundant natural light, since the house faces South.

The house has been meticulously decorated with a high-end combination of antique and stylish modern elements, and was designed with the comfort of Western visitors in mind. Whenever possible, natural and locally sourced materials have been used, and synthetic materials avoided. Many elements have been made by hand in Kyoto by local artisans.

The house can accommodate two to four persons. Two spacious tatami mat bedrooms offer sleeping on either an extra-wide double bed, or a double futon. There is plenty of storage space. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you might need if you were to cook at home every day. There is free high-speed wifi, however, there is no TV.

Easy walking distance to the downtown area, Kiyomizu Temple, Maruyama Park, the Kamo River, and a wide selection of places to eat, shop, and just wander around. Easy access to public transportation and taxis.

Our friendly and attentive English-speaking staff is at our nearby office to help with any needs you may have during your stay.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Minimum age for children is 7.

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

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What's nearby

  • Gion Corner - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nishiki Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 10 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 15 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ギオンコーナー(Gion Corner) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ホテルバー近江栄 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪真ん中つるる - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Full House Cafe & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪祇園ほそみ - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Amber House Gion in Prime Gion Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amber House Gion in Prime Gion Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amber House Gion in Prime Gion Location?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amber House Gion in Prime Gion Location located?

Located in Gion, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Yasui Konpiragu, Yasaka Shrine, and Shijo Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Kawaramachi Street are also within 15 minutes. Sanjo Keihan Station is 15 minutes by foot and Higashiyama Station is 16 minutes.

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