Offering free bikes, Niwamori_org provides accommodations in Nara. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The accommodation features full-day security and a concierge service for guests. 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. Yoga is available at the property. Guests can also warm up near the outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Nara Station is 2.9 miles from the guest house, while Iwafune Shrine is 14 miles away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 34 miles from Niwamori_org.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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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

  • Leighton
    United States of America United States of America
    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...
  • 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...
  • 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,...
  • 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...

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Hosted by Jerome and Hanako

8.9
8.9
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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

Area info

Amenities of Niwamori_org
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • 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
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting 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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Concierge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & 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
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Interconnecting room(s) available
    • Chapel/Shrine
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Spa
    • 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 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 11 are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, 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
    Must-know information for guests at this property

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

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    License number: M290020341

    FAQs about Niwamori_org

    • Check-in at Niwamori_org is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The prices at Niwamori_org may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Niwamori_org include:

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

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

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

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bar crawls
      • Yoga classes
      • Bike tours