Spacious townhouse
Enter this townhouse and be greeted by a spacious front room with 'koshi' lattice windows. The counter with a sunken floor is the ideal place to have a cup of tea while planning the day ahead.
Heian Shrine
’Akane-an’
A 120-year-old traditional townhouse just a 5-min. walk from the majestic Nijo Castle, a UNESCO world heritage site.
About this townhouse
'Akane-an' townhouse: a traditional Kyoto holiday house (vacation rental) ideally located in central Kyoto, just a 5-min. walk to Nijo Castle, a UNESCO world heritage site.
Immerse yourself in the tradition and beauty of this 120 year-old townhouse. As you walk through the front door, marvel at the sky-high ceiling and exposed wooden architecture above. A classic feature of townhouses, this open space leads you into the kitchen and Japanese living room adorned in calming 'akane' red. Gather with your guests in the living room, and admire the hand-woven 'ajiro-tenjo' wicker ceiling and look out onto your very own private 'tsuboniwa' garden.
Relax in the bathtub reminiscent of a traditional wood bathtub, and in the bedroom upstairs with high ceilings and classic woodwork. The 2F features a Western-style bedroom with exposed ceiling beams, and a small Japanese tatami room. This renovated Kyoto townhouse also includes modern facilities such as WiFi, IH stovetop, washing machine, and more.
The house
Rooms & capacity
- Guests
- Up to 4
- Bedroom
- 1
- Single Beds
- 2
- Futons
- 2
- Bathroom
- 1
- Toilets
- 2
Facilities & amenities
Inside the house
Inspired by 'akane' red
Gaze out onto the Japanese garden and the 'ajiro-tenjo' ceiling, a hand-woven wickerwork pattern from the low table, a traditional feature of Japanese homes. ・Up to 2 x Japanese futon bedding ・Washing Machine with Dryer Function & Laundry Detergent
Sky-high ceiling
A space that once ventilated the kitchen below now fills the townhouse with sunlight. Enjoy this openness as you prepare a light meal using the furnished kitchen.
'Tsuboniwa' garden
'Tsuboniwa'garden Japanese plum, cedar trees and a'tsukubai' stone basin complete the design of this traditional garden. It is your quiet and peaceful oasis during your stay at "Akane-an".
Western-style bedroom
Exposed ceilings and wooden beams reveal the architecture of this townhouse. Sliding 'shoji' paper windows allow natural light to fill the room and illuminate the textures of the woodwork. ・2 x Twin beds ・TV
Bathroom
Take in the view of the garden while soaking in a relaxing bath or refresh under the shower. ・2 x Toilets (1F)
Floor plan
Rates & availability
Book direct for the best available rate on ’Akane-an’. Availability, nightly rates and the reservation calendar are handled by the official booking system.
Reservations are accepted up to 8 months in advance, including the current month.
