Niwamori_org

Nara, Nara, 292 Furuichicho, Japan
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Niwamori_org

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Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
11 reviews

Offering free bikes and garden view, Niwamori_org is situated in Nara, 23 km from Iwafune Shrine and 25 km from Higashiosaka Hanazono Rugby Stadium. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.7 km from Nara Station. With free WiFi, this guest house offers a satellite flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and toaster. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. Guests at the guest house can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Guests at Niwamori_org will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nara, like hiking. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Suehiro Park is 27 km from the accommodation, while Nozaki Kannon Shrine is 27 km away. Itami Airport is 54 km from the property.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
4 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.2

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Yibo
    China China
    “This is a traditional classical house with a history of 100 years. The owner was the local land lord and even had a shrine beside the house. The garden is terrific and rooms are big. Although the train stop is 30 minutes from the house, the bus...”
  • Karen
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    “Jerome and Hana are super chill and friendly hosts, we feel very welcomed in their home :) We also enjoyed helping them with gardening and also the dinner with their garden volunteers!”
  • Carolyn
    Japan Japan
    “Gorgeous property beautifully decorated with an admirable purpose. Very, very helpful and communicative hosts. Stunning amount of room. Very quiet and dark for fabulous night's rest. Rustic building but all the best amenities -- full kitchen,...”
  • Leighton
    United States United States
    “I really enjoyed the traditional Japanese home and space. I also enjoyed the host, Jerome, showing me the garden and allowing me to pick vegetables with him to cook. The place is well stocked with needed amenities, and the host did a great job...”
  • Jeffrey
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “La chambre, qui est en réalité un appartement sur un étage entier, est magnifique, avec vue sur le jardin japonais et la forêt de bambou. C'est une expérience unique de sejourner dans une demeure traditionnelle d'une beauté exceptionnelle. Jérôme...”
  • Danielle
    Canada Canada
    “This property had everything we needed. It was comfortable and quiet. The hosts were friendly and helpful. They really made us feel welcome in their home. They shared their time and their knowledge and experiences as well as tasty treats from...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Jerome and Hanako

8.9
8.9
Host review score
Host review score
Jerome and Hanako
Enter the house of a 20th generation local lord, enjoy privileged Japanese life. Staying at our renovated 400 years old property will allow you to get a good night’s rest in comfortable tatamis rooms, meditate in our Japanese garden, explore the city with our 2 bicycles, access tailored Nara suggestions you can't find online. This house features soothing nature views with garden birds, upscale furniture, art and "ittobori" wood carver works. All this just 15 minutes by bus from Nara station.
Sustainable eco-farmer World biodiversity improver Permaculture educator Well traveled (over 45+ countries) with an international mind Fun, erudite, spiritual but non dogmatic. I decided to make my life in Japan 6 years ago and live in Nara with my wife and family. I am an Eden gardener. I try to heal mother Gaea. I am very aware of the upcoming collapse of techno-industrial gasoline fueled civilization and the 6th extinction... but being awake doesn't break my spirit, I remain a happy soul. Here in Niwamori, we try to build the community resilience, one tree at the time, one new organic farmer at the time, sharing best practices. My current project is to make Nara city a transition town, independent in food through community supported organic agriculture. I'm starting with a model food forest in my backyard. Wish me good luck and help us if you can! You have KarmaToo
The house is almost surrounded by our food forest while being just 10min by bus from the deer park. Very easy to access from Nara station. There is an open supermarket until 10pm and other good price shops around here. It is also just beside the village shrine ⛩, a very special location indeed. This part of town has been 'feeding' Nara for centuries and there are numerous rice fields starting just a few houses away from us. The sunset seen from the rice field is also wonderful.
Languages spoken: German,English,French,Italian,Japanese,Chinese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Niwamori_org
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV

Internet
Good free WiFi 42 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Concierge service

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Mosquito net
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Interconnected room(s) available
    • Chapel/shrine
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Wellness

    • Yoga classes

    Languages spoken

    • German
    • English
    • French
    • Italian
    • Japanese
    • Chinese

    House rules
    Niwamori_org takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 19:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 11 years are welcome.

    Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    13+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    ¥4,500 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Niwamori_org in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    License number: M290020341

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Niwamori_org

    • Room options at Niwamori_org include:

      • Family

    • Check-in at Niwamori_org is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Niwamori_org is 2.8 miles from the centre of Nara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Niwamori_org offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Pub crawls
      • Yoga classes
      • Bike tours

    • The prices at Niwamori_org may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Niwamori_org is popular with guests booking family stays.