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≪10min walk to Kiyomizu≫"Kiyomizu Bettei" Modern Machiya, Family & Baby friendly

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A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, stepping stones, and various plants.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and large windows.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bench, and a view of autumn foliage through a large window.
A wooden sliding door leading to a kitchen with wooden flooring.
A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Kiyomizu Temple

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Kyoto, Kyoto
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Japanese tatami bedroom 2

4 Single Futons

Japanese tatami bedroom 2F2

2 Single Futons

Western bedroom 1F

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1F

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2F

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Kyoto

Located in Kyoto, this holiday home is in the city centre. Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting.
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Kyoto, Kyoto

What's nearby

  • Kiyomizu Temple - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kodai-ji Temple - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gion Corner - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shijo Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 13 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 20 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪油そば ねこまた - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Loose Kyoto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ザ・ホテル青龍京都清水 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪京都勝牛清水五条坂店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪一寸法師 - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ≪10min walk to Kiyomizu≫"Kiyomizu Bettei" Modern Machiya, Family & Baby friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ≪10min walk to Kiyomizu≫"Kiyomizu Bettei" Modern Machiya, Family & Baby friendly?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at ≪10min walk to Kiyomizu≫"Kiyomizu Bettei" Modern Machiya, Family & Baby friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ≪10min walk to Kiyomizu≫"Kiyomizu Bettei" Modern Machiya, Family & Baby friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ≪10min walk to Kiyomizu≫"Kiyomizu Bettei" Modern Machiya, Family & Baby friendly located?

Located in Higashiyama Ward, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Hokanji Temple, Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine. Shijo Street and Gion Corner are also within 15 minutes. Higashiyama Station is 20 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 21 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay for a small group or family. Conveniently located and hosts were easy to contact and very accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Thank you for your great review. We are so happy to hear that. I hope you enjoyed staying at the house. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2026
Thank you for your review. We are so happy 5 star. I hope you enjoyed staying at the house. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property for a family of 6 adults. Walkable to Gion with many restaurants nearby. Best Ramen of our trip was at a local restaurant recommended by host. Communication was always very fast and property had everything we needed. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2026
Thank you for your review. We are so happy to hear that. This is very encouraging and makes all of our staff very happy. I hope you enjoyed staying at the house. I'm glad to hear you found your favorite ramen. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Please take care!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place. Convenient location; walking distance to everything! It was simple to check-in, and 2 people greeted us at arrival and explained everything about our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Thank you for staying with us. I hope you enjoyed staying at the house. It's in a very convenient location. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A few days out in Kyoto

Check-in process was great, house was immaculate and in such a nice location - we all really enjoyed our stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Thank you for staying with us. I hope you enjoyed staying in Kyoto. We are very happy to receive a very good review. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto,please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very kind hosts who went above and beyond to help us with shipping our luggage around Japan! The property was beautiful and well cared for.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2025
Thank you for staying with us. I hope you enjoyed staying at the house. I'm glad that I was able to help you. I'm sorry that I had some trouble with the courier service. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Please take care. Arigato!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Helpful manager, great house, super location

Tucked away and quiet, but with good walking access to the city. House was well apppointed and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2023
Thank you for taking your time to review our house. We appreciate your wonderful comment. We hope you had a wonderful time and great experience during your stay. We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Walkable to many things. Also surprisingly quiet in a good way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2024
Thank you for staying with us. Thank you also for the great review. I hope you enjoyed staying in Kyoto. We are looking forward to seeing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All I can say is wow. The townhouse is tucked away on a small side street close to a busy road, but we never heard any of the traffic noise. We were met upon arrival and shown how to use everything. The place is beautiful. Walking distance to the Gion district, temples and tons of restaurants. If you have a family this place is far better than renting hotel rooms. It was our first visit to Japan and we felt completely comfortable. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely glad to hear that you and your family had such a comfortable and memorable first visit to Japan. We are so glad you enjoyed the quietness of our townhouse, as well as its convenient location near Gion, temples, and restaurants. Knowing that our place felt like a home away from home for your family truly means the world to us. We would love to welcome you and your family back anytime you return to Kyoto! Arigatougozaimashita!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem near Kiyomizu-dera

The whole process was seamless. The owners were very responsive and helpful. It was a great location to sample Kyoto!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking your time to review our house, we appreciate your great comment. Also thank you for looking after our house during your stay. We look forward to seeing you again on your next trip to Kyoto!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The customer service was excellent and feedback from staff was very quick and helpful.

Modern Japanese style house, very clean. Small neighborhood. Very close to Kiyonizu and the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review. We are so happy to read your review. I hope you enjoyed staying at the house. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean and good location

Our family of 8 really enjoyed the stay. There are many things to like about this home. To be clear, the “barbecue grill” is a tiny cooking drawer in the stove (not an outdoor grill) and the outdoor space is rock garden (not a usable area for the family) as a zen visual area. Overall we would consider staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Thank you for staying with us. I hope you enjoyed staying at our house. Thank you very much for your advice. We will improve it so that you can stay better based on the feedback we receive.If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful home. Great location. Pricely, but well worth it. We had difficult in finding the house. More detailed instruction, a map, and picture will be helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2025
Thank you for staying with us. I'm very happy that you understand the value of the townhouse. I'm very sorry that it was difficult to find the way. Basically, our staff will be waiting for you at the house, so if you show the taxi driver the taxi guide we sent you, I think the directions will be smooth. We only provide photos and other information to those who check in by themselves. We will take this into consideration as an area for improvement in the future. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time! Arigato.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kyoto stay

We had a wonderful time in Kyoto despite train delay due to typhoon! Our host was very easy to communicate with. The house was perfect for 3 couples . Clean . Location to restaurants and sightseeing perfect! Getting Uber rides also very easy! We wished we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2024
Thank you for staying with us. You arrived late due to the typhoon, but we were glad to see you safely. I hope you enjoyed staying in Kyoto. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot for our Kyoto stay

On our recent Japan trip (Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka), we chose this VRBO spot for the Kyoto segment. The other cities were in 5 star hotle properties (Intercontinental and Conrad). Unlike the hotel, this place added to the authentic feel of a quaint Japanese residential neighbourhood situated close to the main attractions without behind inside the hustle/bustle areas. Our party had 7 people and his spot accomodated all of us comfortably. I would recommend this place without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
Thank you for staying with us. I hope you enjoyed staying at the house. We are glad you were able to experience the atmosphere of a whole house rental, which is different from a hotel. While it cannot be compared to a luxury hotel, our facility also has a unique building that is characteristic of Kyoto. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This home was in the perfect location and had all the amenities a group would need.

I was a little hesitant as this is the first time I have traveled to Kyoto. Truly the home sits less than five walking minutes to several of the places one would want to see on a first visit. Out of the way, safe, quiet, clean, brand new, easily accessible to all types of transit and easy to check into. I would highly recommend it to anyone with a group of 5 or more.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking your time to review our house. We appreciate your honest and detailed comment. It was our pleasure to host you and your family. We hope all for you had a wonderful time and great experience during your stay. We look forward to seeing you again on your next trip to Kyoto!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was beautiful and very cultural of Kyoto. Lots of local shops and restaurants within walking distance. The house is right down the street from the famous Ninenzaka and a short walk from the Kiyomizu Temple. The staff was also very friendly and accommodating. I needed a ticket printed out and they were very quick in printing it out and delivering it to the house. I would highly recommend this place and would definitely stay again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect accommodations for a family of 5

My wife and I and 3 adult kids enjoyed staying at Kyo Machiya. It's a very traditional Japanese house with Tatami mats in the bedrooms and futons on the floors of the (2) 2nd floor bedrooms. The house is very clean, modern furnishings and in a great location for visiting Kyoto. Only recommendation would be to provide a larger coach somewhere on the 1st floor for relaxing at the end of the day, but we were so tired after walking all day that this was not a problem for us. We will definitely stay at this house the next time we are in Kyoto.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2024
Thank you for staying with us. I hope you enjoyed staying in Kyoto. We are so happy to read your review. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely House

Everything was great. Easy check in. Clean. Lots of space. It's a traditional Japanese residence in a typical residential neighborhood. So it's all beautiful and feels authentic - down a tiny little alley - because that's what Japan is. It's accessible by a couple of bus lines that are pretty frequent but they are busses and often crowded. That's about the only downside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Thank you for staying with us. We are so happy to read your review. I hope you enjoyed staying at the house. The buses are always crowded, so it's a good idea to take into account the time you'll have to wait in line. I think it's best to assume the train will be crowded. The house is located at the back of an alley so it may be difficult to find, but I hope that even this aspect will give you a taste of the Kyoto atmosphere. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful, convenient. Just plain perfection.

From online booking to check in it went very smooth. I was a bit nervous as it was my first international booking (from USA). Only issue we had was on our part and our google map - had us 2 doors down. Host graciously came to our rescue. House was clean, up to date. Host made sure we knew how to use everything. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2023
Dear Linda, Thank you for staying with us. We are so happy to read your review. I hope you enjoyed staying at Kyoto. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto again, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you again. Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, comfortable stay.

This home was spotless, well suited for a family of 4 and in a great location for exploring Kyoto. The hosts were very helpful w booking taxis and dinner reservations. You can walk to many Kyoto sites within 30 minutes or less. Getting out early is highly recommended to avoid massive crowds, this house is very well suited for that. The house itself is simple yet beautiful. It was our first time in Japan so a few things surprised us but we got used to them very quickly and in fact even enjoyed the "minimalism" after a couple of days (no couch, single beds, one pillow per bed etc.). Overall a great stay in a quiet and clean house with comfortable beds in a 10 out of 10 location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you for your stay in our house and your review. We are really glad that you enjoyed your first stay in Japan and liked our house. Your review is so helpful for us as well. If you have any chance to visit Kyoto again, please choose our house again. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible stay at a beautiful machiya

The host(s) of this Vrbo were extremely helpful and communicative before, during and after our stay. We just wish we had stayed here longer! We have always wanted to stay at a machiya home and this one was beautiful crafted with shoji screens and tatami rooms. The best part of our stay was watching snow fall from the living/kitchen area into the garden/atrium area. What a sight that was! A huge bonus was the close proximity to bus stops, convenience stores, and yummy food/restaurants. It was a bit crowded near the Kiyomizu-dera area nearby but the location was off the main path so we were able to enjoy peace and quiet at the house. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2024
Thank you for staying with us. I hope you enjoyed staying in Kyoto. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you! Thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was in a great location, on a quiet street in the middle of the busy Gion area. Ideal for wandering around early morning or later in the evening without crowds.The place itself was very clean and had all the amenities one could want. Toilets were easy to use, a new experience for us North Americans!The hosts were incredibly responsive and helped recommend restaurants, arranged a walking tour of Higashiyama, and even helped try to find a store to fix my cell phone!It was very comforting having great communication with the host in a new city with my young family.We spent 7 nights here and it was fantastic.I would definitely encourage staying at this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2026
Thank you for the excellent review. We are so so happy to read your review. We are very happy that I was able to be of help. We understand that traveling abroad with young children can be very worrying. We did everything we could to help make your trip as stress-free as possible. If you have a chance to come to Kyoto, please stay at our house again. We are looking forward to seeing you next time. Arigato!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Close to Gion area and accessible to bus stops

The house is very accessible to bus stops which helps a lot in going around Kyoto. It is also walking distance to Gion area. The house is very comfortable for our family five. The owner is also very helpful and prompt when answering our questions. The only thing that I find negative is when they put our bags and things out already when we came from our walk even if we still have 2-3 minutes to spare before 11:00am. I felt we were evicted out of the property and that kind of ruined my Kyoto experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your great review. We appreciate your wonderful comments. We are really sorry to make you feel uncomfortable on your check out, because of our cleaning stuff misunderstood your checking out schedule. That was totally our fault. Despite of that we really hope you had a wonderful time and great experience during your stay. We look forward to seeing you again on your next trip to Kyoto!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice

We are from overseas and really enjoyed the accommodation. It was very comfortable and easy to get around the sightseeing locations. Overall it was very pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your great feedback. We appreciate your comments on our Machiya house and also we appreciate you took good care our house, it was left clean and tidy after your check out. We hope to see you again on your next trip to Kyoto. You are welcome back any time!
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