Kyoto monthly rental house
Welcome to Shinnyo house, a spiritual abode located between Kyoto university and philosopher's path.
A refined house in a elegant area
Shinnyo means the true nature of things in Japanese.
The Shinnyo vacation monthly rental house is a haven of peace and silence, with no party walls with other houses. It is entered via a picturesque pedestrian walkway lined with flowers, plum trees, cherry trees and Japanese maples.
This machiya, of which a shikkui wall remains on the south side, the Shinnyo house was completely renovated in 2023.
A world of art
The japanese-style, washitsu, rooms are covered in tatami mats and equipped with fusuma (sliding panels), shoji (rice paper screen in front of the windows), tokonoma (decorative alcove) and oshiire (sliding-door wardrobe).
Those rooms are decorated, lit and furnished with traditional, antique elements, with a few contemporary accents.
The large room on the 2d floor has a double bed and offers a charming view of the traditional rounded and decorated tiled roofs of the houses in the district of Jodoji (near philosophy path).
The 2 bedrooms on the ground floor have comfortable futons. One of them can be used as a living room, with its Mujirushi sofa and a kotatsu, a traditional heated low table, enjoyable during cold season from autumn to spring.
There are also antique furniture and accessories from the Meiji, Taisho and Showa periods.
A convenient daily life
The kitchen, also a living area, is new and functional, fully equipped and has everything you need to enjoy time with family and friends. The bathroom has a shower and a furo, a deep bathtub for real Japanese bathing (with electronic timer). The separate toilet has an electronic washlet, a Japanese toilet seat that doubles as a bidet.
You can wash your laundry with the washing machine.
The 5G Internet connection makes it easy to use the Internet for personal or teleworking purposes.
Within a 5-minute walk, you'll find everything you need for convenient living: a 24-hour supermarket, pharmacies, drugstores, hair salons, doctors, dentist, a post office, banks... Foodies will delight in the area's diverse restaurants and cafes, including some renowned as Kyoto's finest.
Shinnyo House offers easy access to many of the city's most popular sites. On foot, it's a 5-minute walk to the Philosopher's Path, 10 minutes to Ginkaku-ji, 15 minutes to Kyoto University and Demachiyanagi district. There, the Keihan train and metro station connects you to the entire Kansai and Japan rail network.
Living in this house is a unique experience at the heart of Japanese culture.
Electronics : Refrigerator / Freezer / Rice Cooker / Electric Kettle / Microwave and Oven / Hair Dryer / Washing Machine / Clothes Iron / Ironing board / Vacuum Cleaner / Fan / Air Conditioner in all rooms / SMART TV 50"
Furnitures : Dining Table Set / Sofa / low tables
Amenities Cleaning Tools / Cooking Utensils / Tableware / Beddings / Towels
Internet Free WiFi
It will be easy to park bicycles safely in the patio of the house.
A Sanctuary for Peaceful Slumber
The master bedroom features a queen-size bed (160 cm) with a pocket-spring mattress for excellent support. For added flexibility, a removable foam mattress topper allows you to adjust the firmness to your liking.
The bedding is inspired by the refined standards of Sofitel hotels sourced from their official store, offering a touch of 5 stars luxury hotel during your stay.
The air conditioning unit has been carefully positioned to ensure it does not blow air directly on you while you sleep, allowing for a more peaceful and comfortable rest.
A Quiet and Serene Ambiance: The house is exceptionally quiet, providing the perfect environment for restful sleep and complete relaxation.
The two bedrooms on the first floor are furnished with four thick and comfortable single futons, which can be freely arranged.
Other testimonies from our golden book :
Maria (mai 2024)
Our stay at Xavier and Chika's house was wonderful. The house is very clean, spacious, beautifully decorated and in a lovely neighborhood full of nice restaurants and cafés. There's a 24hour supermarket round the corner and it's really close to the Philosopher's path and Ginkaku-ji Temple. The walk to the center is doable (30/40 minutes) but you can easily take one of the many buses if you don't feel like walking. Kyoto's most famous tourist attractions can be overcrowded so it was great to just walk around our neighborhood and enjoy a more relaxed side of the city. Thanks again for letting us enjoy your home and your city.
Antiques objects in Shinnyo house
We like the Japanese conception of objects. Old objects have a memory, they have a presence. They are like bridges between the past and the present and help us to situate ourselves in time.
Staying here felt like living in a museum—it’s such a beautiful and unique building. We really enjoyed admiring the historical decorations. Despite being an old Japanese building, the stay was very comfortable. The kitchen was spacious and easy to use. We highly recommend this place to anyone interested in Japanese culture!
Un grand merci à Xavier et Chika pour leur accueil. Nous avons passé, dans une maison de rêve, typique japonaise et très confortable, un très agréable séjour en famille à Kyoto! C'est avec plaisir que nous les accueillerons à Madrid ou en Andalousie. Si l'occasion se présente, nous retournerons chez eux avec un immense plaisir! Le Japon est un pays extraordinaire, et Kyoto un veritable joyau!
Mille mercis Xavier et Chika!
When I first stepped in Maison Shinnyo I could not believe my eyes. Xavier and his wife have done an incredible job at renovating this old house. It still has a traditional feeling, however it comes with every modern amenity you could think of. Every small detail is taken care of, and the superb decoration of the house will transport you back to the Edo period. I thoroughly enjoyed my 11 day stay and I look forward to visiting again.
I stayed in April at Maison Shinnyo, and I already want to come back. I was the first user after a renovation where everything was brand new and worked out perfectly. The neighborhood is magical for those who search serenity. My weeks there were amazing as I discovered Kyoto, explored by bike, and learned more about the Japanese Culture. I recommend this house for those who have appreciation of Japanese traditions, aesthetics, and want to submerge in a truly Japanese neighborhood. The hosts are very helpful so landing in Japan for what concerns the basics: supermarket, moving around and spotting the local places was seamless. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️