Vacation rentals in Gero

Good Design Award Winner, Storehouse (with Theater), Free Parking Traditional old private house · 1 building rental (up to 8 people)

Location Opened in May 2024. Located in the heart of Takayama's historic district, Makoto-ya Ojin is a stylish inn in 1-chome, Ojin-cho, Takayama City, where the good old Japanese landscape remains. In front of our house, which is sandwiched between the Hida-Buri Highway that connects the former Toyama and Takayama, there are the Nissho-bu Mingei Kan and the Yoshima residence, which are important cultural properties that show the rich cultural assets of Japan, and this area is designated as a preservation district for traditional buildings. You can enjoy the old town and beautiful scenery while experiencing historic buildings. It is a 2-minute walk to Miyagawa Morning Market and a 5-minute walk to Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine, the site of the autumn Takayama Festival. The festival stall in this area is called Hōmeita, and it has a variety of decorations such as a palanquin and sculptures (1-minute walk to the stall). Enjoy Takayama's history to the fullest in an excellent location. <Building and Hida master carpenters> Built 145 years ago by a master craftsman from Hida, this building has been revived here by modern craftsmen. The house retains a glimpse of the good old days, with features such as a storehouse, mud walls, and a dirt floor. Please relax in the spacious 195 ㎡ space. *Winner of the 2024 Good Design Award

Free parking / 2-minute walk to the morning market / Double bedroom for couples / Sleeps 2

12-minute walk from Takayama Station (towards the center), 1-minute walk from Kajibashi Bridge, famous for the Miyagawa Morning Market. This is a 2-room boutique hotel in a convenient location for sightseeing in Takayama. We've designed it to be cozy and comfortable so you can relax in the evening. The name of the hotel is Kajibashi French hideout (cachETTE) It is a compound word combining the two. This building was once the most stylish beauty salon in town. Over time, it has become a hotel that makes the most of the textured parts, and feels nostalgic and refreshing. It is a convenient place for sightseeing, close to Miyagawa Morning Market and the old town, It is also a city where you can enjoy a stay like living there, such as tasting fresh local ingredients obtained from shops that have been loved by locals for many years in your room, or eating at nearby shops. It's a hidden gem that's loved by guests and locals alike, incorporating the warm, welcoming atmosphere of a shopping district. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or requests.

Spend time in an architect's villa nestled in the forest. /Luxurious Entire Accommodation/Maximum 5 Guests [Sumiya Otaki]

A house that embodies the architect's free-spirited idea of "loving nature and enjoying it to the fullest" is available for rent. This house, built by artists as a place of creation, has been renovated as a rental accommodation. At an altitude of 1000 m, surrounded by beautiful forests and clear streams, this villa is full of the playfulness of the architect, allowing you to fully enjoy the light and wind of the seasons. Please enjoy your stay without worrying about anyone else. Rakusuitei is featured in the official Airbnb commercial as a location.

2 min walk to Old Town, cozy house w/terrace, den

Maple Haus is situated in the heart of Takayama, a 2 min. walk away from the old town. The Hida area boasts many alluring day trip destinations, including the World Heritage Site Shirakawa-go, a mere 50-minute drive from Takayama, as well as beautiful mountain tours to Kamikochi and Mt. Norikura, trekking, skiing, traditional onsens, etc. Maple Haus offers discounts for consecutive nights starting from the second night to allow you to explore longer and enjoy the Hida region to its fullest.

Traditional Townhouse & Garden in Quiet Castletown

Experience the charm of traditional Japan with all the senses in this finely crafted townhouse & surrounding garden. Gujo Hachiman is known as the “City of Water”, and owner & architect Yuri Fujisawa has lovingly restored this charming residence to embody the spirit of water. Located below the town’s medieval castle, this neighborhood was reserved for high-ranking samurai. While the historical streetscape is well-preserved, it remains an authentic neighborhood inhabited by friendly locals.

【Koto House] 5 mins from Station! Free parking!

【Koto House】 A relaxing house where Japanese and Western tastes are blended together. A private lodge for up to 4 people. You can have an entire house to yourself. Koto House is located in a very convenient place. 　5 minute-walk from JR Station (East Exit) and Nohi Bus Center 5 minute-walk to the old town 30 seconds to the convenience store! A living room with furniture made in Takayama. Traditional Japanese-style small garden. A free parking lot for two cars in front of the house.

百 HAKU <100-year-old Quaint Japanese Style Villa>

HAKU is a Japanese Style Villa. You can enjoy your private time as in your home. “HAKU“ is one of the readings of the character “百” which means “hundred”. Medieval Haiku poet, Basho Matsuo likened eternal passage of time to "百代の過客", a permanent traveller. In his time, a hundred years was expressed as eternal. HAKU was originally built as a farmer’s shed about a hundred years ago. It was recently relocated and renovated for another hundred years. HAKU will welcome you as traveling companions.

Rustic Stay in Nakatsugawa Tsukechi chou.

伝統的な木造建築の家をリノベーションした空間でゆっくりくつろいでいただけます。 冬は薪のストーブ、夏場はエアコンがご利用できます。 夜は沢山の星々、流れ星が見えます。 和室ならではの、床の間があり生活のなかにも『間』という空間をデザインして、季節の花木を飾り楽しんだ場もあります。 毎朝ご希望であれば、温かい朝食をお持ちします。 キッチンを利用して食事を作ったりできます。 調理器具、基本調味料（油、塩、胡椒）は用意しております。 庭でBBQを楽しんだり（バーベキューコンロ、炭、貸出1500円） 本格的な和食をご希望の方は送迎つきの ご予約もいたします。 ベジタリアン対応可能なレストランをご紹介できます。 また中山道トレイルされる方は妻籠まで送迎サービスもできます。ご相談ください こちらの家が建てられたのは60年前。 持っている山から切り出した木材を使い建てられたもの。 環境に配慮したBenjamin Moore社のペンキ塗ったりしてリノベーションをしました。 家全体の床は、檜のフローリング。 ゲストルームにはOSMOの自然塗料を使用。 壁は職人が仕上げてありま

IORI SHIROYAMA【City View & luxury space】

IORI SHIROYAMA is located on a hill overlooking Takayama and is a vila of traditional Japanese architecture, only one group per night. We have created a peaceful and high-quality space using natural materials and traditional Hida crafts. After detoxifying in the sauna, enjoy a retreat to shed your daily fatigue. A free shuttle service is available from Takayama Station. We will deliver to your house an authentic Japanese breakfast featuring Hida ingredients and other seasonal ingredients.

下呂温泉の昭和レトロ 一棟貸いろは 最大7名 駄菓子付き

Stay in a 60+ year-old Japanese house with nostalgic Showa-era decor, a dagashi candy corner, and a cozy “grandma’s home” vibe. ◆ 3-min walk to Gero Onsen town — strolls, snacks & public baths ◆ Up to 8 guests — great for families & friends ◆ Big living room for games & relaxing ◆ No onsen inside, but many nearby ♨️ Note: It’s an old wooden home with a retro bath and kitchen—not modern, but cleaned carefully. Perfect for guests who enjoy charm over hotel-like perfection 😊

Kusa no Niwa | 100-Year Machiya Lodge in Takayama

Kusa no Niwa is a traditional Japanese-style house with a courtyard and corridors that was built more than 130 years ago. The entire house with a size of 100 square meters will be lent privately to a single group with a maximum capacity of 6 persons. You will find a fusuma, a sliding door with a paper panel, painted by a famous Japanese Painter, which can be also found in the Taue’s House, an Important Cultural Property, located in Nyukawa Town.

Modern Design in 100-Year Hida Home | Hilltop Stay

A private 100-year-old townhouse in front of a quiet shrine. The first floor features a living, dining, and kitchen space with natural wood flooring and plaster walls. Upstairs are three connected tatami rooms. Located on a peaceful hill, just a 5-min walk to the old town. Surrounded by temples and greenery. Please keep quiet at night as it’s a residential area.