Vacation rentals in Ako

220-year-old Blue Merchant's Mansion with Seasonal Vegetable and Fruit Harvesting Experience

KAIWA NO SATO This old house is an indigo mansion built in the first year of the Bunsei era (1804) during the heyday of indigo. The main house and the sleeping area (a barn where indigo was stored) have been demolished due to aging, but the historic living room and garden have been preserved to allow guests to experience a little bit of that time, and it is used as a farmhouse inn. In the old days, "Indigofera" grew on the fertile land of the Yoshino River basin in Tokushima Prefecture, bringing great wealth to Tokushima Prefecture (Awa Province). Ancient documents on indigo, including cultural properties, are also available for viewing. Enjoy the charm of that era and Indigofera. ＝＝＝＝ Feel free to pick and eat seasonal fruits and vegetables from the adjacent fields. * Please enjoy as many figs as you like in summer and autumn. Fruit examples: Spring: sweet summer Summer: Watermelon, Green Bowl (Melon) Fall: figs, pomegranates, sweet potatoes [Vegetables example] Spring: potatoes, corn, bamboo shoots, butterbur sprouts, konjac Summer: Japanese ginger, bell peppers, eggplant, tomatoes, chili peppers, cucumbers Fall: potatoes, konnyaku Winter: Daikon radish * Please contact us in advance if you have any requests, as the harvest and timing may change depending on the weather. ＝＝＝＝

ABURARI Only 9 minutes from Kansai Airport, an old private house with a popular mossy Japanese garden (same price for up to 3 people)

It is 9 minutes by train from Kansai Airport, and 5 minutes on foot.We rent out the entire traditional Japanese merchant's mansion (ancient house).Aburi is a name that has been passed down through generations in our family. It is not just a guest house, but a place where you can enjoy a Japanese trip with family and friends, without worrying about other groups. This inn is very popular with those who are interested in traditional Japanese culture and fans of anime such as Demon Slayer and Naruto.It is an old house, but everything has been renovated so that guests can have a comfortable stay. It can be used extensively for families and groups of one to 10 people.(The price will not change for up to 3 people) [Best hospitality not found in other guesthouses] The spacious 12-tatami mat inner parlor and the Japanese garden that spreads out between the veranda are the essence of traditional Japanese architecture.Relax in the spacious tatami room while looking out at the Japanese garden. The living room, which is a converted rice warehouse, can take you back in time 200 years. [For long-term stays] Desk, chairs and whiteboards are provided.It can also be used as a working space.We also have discount plans for guests staying 28 days or more.

Cottage near "Koukabocho" in Setouchi National Park - Kai (ocean side) - Entire cottage rental

This is a rental cottage by the sea on Naoshima, a sacred place for art.There are two buildings, one on the sea side and one on the mountain side, and Kai is the sea side building.Free parking is available on site, which is rare in Naoshima. The building is a separate two-story building, with 6 beds in the ground floor bedroom and up to 2 futons in the Japanese-style room on the second floor, so you can stay between 6 and 8 people. There is a family-type kitchen and washing machine, so it can be used not only for family and friends, but also for student training camps, seminar trips, etc. It is a 3-minute walk from OHANA to Kikaburi, and a 2-minute walk from the nearest bus stop, making it an ideal base for sightseeing while staying in Naoshima. Enjoy a relaxing time on Naoshima Island in an interior that uses plenty of wood from local construction shops. We have also started a Naoshima sightseeing tour for guests of Ohana.There are many places where you need to make reservations in advance, such as museums in Naoshima, and I hope to provide you with more fulfilling Naoshima sightseeing, such as arranging tickets, transfers by car, and sightseeing in Naoshima by bicycle rental. You can contact us by email for tours.

＊Ryu-chan House＊ Japanese house for rent: National Park at the foot of Yashima: Near public transportation station: Up to 5 people: Parking available

This is a rental of a Japanese house at the foot of ▶Yashima, along the Sangai River.Ideal for those who enjoy Shikoku Pilgrims, those who want to relax away from their daily life, or work remotely. At the ▶guest house, you can enjoy the traditional Japanese life of tatami mats and shoji.In addition, the kitchen, bath, and toilet are modern and functional, and fully equipped with wifi. ▶ The guest house faces a lush garden, where you can fully enjoy the beauty of the four seasons in Japan. ▶Check-in is from 15: 00 to 19: 00.The host will guide you to the guest house. If it is later than 19:00, please check in by yourself. In that case, the entrance of the guest house will be opened and the key will be left in a predetermined place in the guest house. If you come by car, ▶please enter the premises and park in front of the white car halt in the space on the right. ▶ After check-in, please record the names, addresses, and contact information of all guests in the guest register. Children under ▶2 years old do not charge an accommodation fee (futons, towels, etc. are not available).Please let me know when you request to book. ▶ We rent out barbecue supplies (rental fee 1,000 yen per person).

Sakura-sou/Naoshima Guest House Sakura-so, a 50-year-old house, whole house rental, 2-6 guests

I've updated the photos of the room. The bunk bed in the Western-style room has been removed and replaced with two single beds. The maximum number of guests has been changed to 6. If you already have a reservation for 7 or more people, you can stay with the same number of people without any changes. Naoshima has become a tourist destination not only for Japan but also for the whole world. What changes, what doesn't. Each blends naturally, and the air flows in a way that can only be experienced in Naoshima. You'll feel it even more by staying on Naoshima. Sakura-so opened in the summer of 2014. It is a guest house with a nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere. 5-minute walk from the center of Naoshima's Miyanoura. It is located in a very quiet place. There is a Japanese-style room with futons (up to 4 people) and a Western-style room with 2 single beds (2 people). You are renting the entire property. We welcome everyone from small groups to families. Updated June 26, 2024

[155-year-old traditional Japanese house] Spacious garden/Private rental/Renovated and comfortable/Up to 10 people/3 bedrooms/Fully equipped parking lot

[Sanuki inn old house Okamoto] traditional Japanese-style house. It has quaint atmosphere Renovated a 155 year old house. We offer cozy, well-equipped rooms. It takes about 5 to 10 minutes by car, and there are many restaurants and supermarkets. We welcome guests with stylish interiors and beautiful Japanese gardens Relax and heal in a quiet, peaceful atmosphere You can enjoy it. In the large garden, it is in harmony with nature. At night, the starry sky is special I promise you a luxurious stay. Free luggage storage available before☆ check-in (After 12 pm)

HANATSU: Stylish, Comfortable Gateway to Naoshima

Hanatsu means 'let go'. We designed this place so you can relax and let go in the busy-ness of travel through the ideal of "shibui" (subdued and simple). Here we are proud to offer the feeling of Japan in a comfortable private whole house; the beauty of tatami, earthen walls, sliding doors, tile and washi (Japanese paper). The Uno port ferry is 3 min by nearby train (14 by EA bike) so we serve as an ideal gateway to the Inland Sea islands, including of course Naoshima, Teshima and Inujima.

Haus2354: 5 minutes walk to Ieura Port

Haus2354 is within 5 minutes walking distance from Ieura Port, the main gateway of the island. It is also very close to Teshima Yokoo House and is in the area where you can find small shops and eating places. Haus2354 is a Japanese style house with Japanese style floor bedding, and we rent out a whole house during your stay. There are direct boats from Teshima to Shodoshima, Naoshima and Inujima. This place could be your base for island hopping considering its good access to the port.

Tsukushuku Tanaka residence is an old house built over 100 years ago facing Himeji Castle. (Barrel sauna in the courtyard)

☆A traditional house built in the Edo period. ☆This is a supervised traditional house by the owner's architectural design office. ☆It has been restored and renovated without destroying the atmosphere of a town house. ☆Please experience a space that feels like you have slipped back in time to the Edo period. ☆There is a well-equipped kitchen, so it should be satisfactory for long stays or families. ☆It is adjacent to a castle, making it suitable for sightseeing around the castle.

【Teshima’s Ocean View Retreat Tokuto】King Villa

Tokuto is a newly renovated private mansion built in the 1940s on Teshima. It is conveniently located about 15mins walk from Ieura Port. Enjoy the luxurious architecture of the past, such as the authentic hand blown window glass, Onigawara (Japanese gargoyle roof tiles), and the beautiful gardens with an abundance of stone lanterns. The building consists of 2 villas, King Villa & Queen Villa. As a measure against infectious diseases, we accept one group for each building.

iikazegafuku.｜It's a charming small inn on Teshima

It’s located in a village called Karato Oka. You’ll find the Teshima Museum and rice terraces within a short walking. The guesthouse is a Japanese wooden house with only one room, so you can use privately. The room on the second floor has a slightly lower ceiling, giving it a cozy cabin or tea room feel. From the window, you can see old houses, mountains, and persimmon trees, with the morning light streaming in. Experience an extraordinary space and time.

【MUJIBASE】Art featured old house renovated by MUJI

MUJI BASE TESHIMA is located in Teshima, a small island in Kagawa Prefecture where rich nature and art color the entire island. Although it is a world-famous art sanctuary such as the Teshima Museum of Art, the nostalgic cityscape and the heartwarming daily lives of the islanders overlap well. In Teshima, a place where modern culture and island life are mixed, a new base has been created where you can spend "extraordinary, everyday life on the island".