Renovated Traditional House in Sakamoto, Otsu City

This renovated traditional house is located in the historically rich area of Sakamoto, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. Situated at the foot of Mount Hiei, the property offers views of the mountain and is near Lake Biwa. The house was fully renovated in February 2019, including new plumbing (bathroom, kitchen, toilet, washbasin), roof replacement, exterior wall repairs, new fittings, interior renovation, flooring replacement, and garden landscaping.

The property features a 4LDK layout with a garden and courtyard. The western side retains traditional elements with two adjoining Japanese-style rooms featuring tatami, a tokonoma (alcove), and an engawa (veranda) overlooking the garden. The eastern side has been modernized with a bright LDK that opens onto a courtyard. On the second floor, there is a spacious Western-style room with impressive exposed beams, offering views of Mount Hiei. The entrance hall features a high ceiling, and the front door is finished in Bengara (red iron oxide) paint.

The property is located in a quiet alley, and the surrounding area is known for its Anoshu-zumi stone walls. It is a 5-minute walk from Sakamoto-hieizanguchi Station on the Keihan Ishiyama Sakamoto Line and a 10-minute walk from Hieizan Sakamoto Station on the JR Kosei Line. The property is currently operating as a simple lodging facility and has the necessary permit. The property is connected to city water, sewer, and city gas.