“Nice house in Makinohara”

Very nice house, a bit remote so I would definitely recommend renting a car. I have not seen many Taxis in the area but if you speak Japanese you might be able to get by using taxis. The next larger town is Yoshida where you can find supermarkets (e.g. Tagoju Kobeten), the next Kombini (Family Mart) as well as a "Rest Stop" (Sorattomakinohara) with a farmers market attached can be found in Sakabe, about 10 mins away. Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport is close by and you can hear planes taking off about 3-4 times a day but it is not at all disturbing. It is however convenient if you plan to come by flight. Beaches, e.g. Katahama Beach, are easily accessible and are about 20-30 mins away. The house is really well designed and appointed, with nice open living room, nice large and functional kitchen as well as a nice bathroom. The house has really all amenities, including a good washing machine and a dishwasher (which is rare in Japanese holiday houses). The outdoor area is very nice to enjoy on a warm day. Around he house you have lot of farms, tea plantations and greenery, which make for a nice setting. Although a road runs by the house it is very quiet and you enjoy bird and cricket songs throughout the day. The owner is a designer with his own brand and the house is tastefully appointed. There are some very unique collectibles in a display case around the dining area. The dining area has a floor heater which is great for colder days. The beds are on the 2nd floor and are very comfortable, although the pillows are on the smaller side. The owner makes it a point to receive guests in person to explain everything, which is really nice and far from the norm. We will definitely come back!

“Very nice!”

This is a Spacious and comfortable selection for a family in the quiet area. The garden is a plus. The owner Gossa San is very helpful and easy to communicate. Thanks for hosting us and we did enjoy our stay.