Another beautiful Machiya, located in my favourite area Nakagyo ward (I really do stay in this area a lot!). Restored and renovated by Kyo no Ie (Kyoto House), they have 9 Machiya properties, some dog friendly but all beautifully renewed in more modern, luxury, minimalist vibes. Golden deep hues of light contrast with the stark concrete walls, black hues and natural wood flooring (with wonderful heated floors! perfect in winter!)

One of their smaller properties, Noboru House can sleep up to 4 guests in 2 bedrooms. A wonderful layered machiya of various levels their Ukiyuka ("floating floor") is a minimal space above from the 2nd bedroom where one can relax, read a book , meditate or just enjoy being. If you’re travelling with a larger group, next door is their other Machiya Meguru (also sleeps 4) which has a connecting door to Noboru.

Under 30mins walk are some of my favourite lunching spots in the area, AWOMB,  Honke Owariya & Cafe Bibliotic Hello!

With Kyoto sightseeing, one can enjoy a slow walking meander to spots like Byodo-ji, Nishiki Market, Chohoji, the quirky Face House, Mikane-jinja (the famous gold money shrine) and Nijo Castle all within an hour (give yourself a morning/afternoon to leisurely explore, have some lunch, afternoon drink etc)

WEB: NOBORU HOUSE INSTAGRAM: @KYONOIE