Title: Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=112178420&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts Holiday home in Saijo ## Photo gallery for Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts ![Interior - Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts (Sai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112180000/112178500/112178420/318263e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts (Sai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112180000/112178500/112178420/fcee6374.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts (Sai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112180000/112178500/112178420/ddcd821f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts (Sai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112180000/112178500/112178420/1874b78f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts (Sai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112180000/112178500/112178420/89e166ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2799 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Air conditioning - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts Anime-Inspired Countryside Retreat: A Historical Japanese Gem Step into a tranquil countryside home with a touch of anime magic. This lovingly restored house, once a local general store before World War II, offers a unique escape where history, nature, and charm blend seamlessly. A Home with History and Heart Carefully renovated to preserve its character, this house has stories to tell. For over 50 years, swallows have returned here each spring, building their nests under the eaves. If you visit during this season, you might even see adorable baby swallows fluttering around—a magical experience that connects you to nature. Your Countryside Home Away from Home Relax in cozy, rustic spaces designed to make you feel at home. Whether you’re sipping tea by the window or enjoying the peaceful ambiance, this home is your perfect retreat from daily life. Nature at Your Doorstep Nestled at the foot of picturesque mountains, this home offers breathtaking views and fresh air. Step outside to explore scenic trails, with changing landscapes that offer beauty year-round. The Best of Both Worlds While peacefully tucked away in nature, the city is just a short drive away. Enjoy the tranquility of the countryside, while being close to urban conveniences like shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Highlights of Your Stay • Historical Charm: Stay in a beautifully restored pre-WWII home. • Swallow Watching: Experience the magical return of swallows from May to August. • Rustic Comfort: Cozy interiors with modern amenities like air conditioning and WiFi. • Scenic Trails: Explore mountain paths and reconnect with nature. • City Access: Enjoy the serenity of the countryside with easy access to the city. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 2,799 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100760000/100750300/100750297/52775962.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 7 min walk from Dogo Onsen spa Private house with parking lot Guesthouse near drugstore - GUEST HOUSE DOUGOYADO KITA / Matsuyama Ehime Matsuyama - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi £115 17 Dec - 18 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=100750297&PinnedHotelID=100750297&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102220000/102215500/102215427/4d7f534e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Simple Stay Work up a sweat in the woodfired sauna and feel refreshed Relax in a rented house th / Toon Ehime Toon - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.85787,133.02336&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wvtmE_c%7CjX%3FQ%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FQ%40S%40Q%40Q%40QBS%40S%40QBQBQBSBQBQDQBQDMDSBQDQDOFQDQFOFQDOFMFQFOFMHOFOHQFOHKHMHOHOHKHMJKHOJKJKJOHKJKJKLKJIJKJKLIJKLGLILIJGLILGLILGNELILELELENELENELENGNALENCLANCNANCLANCN%3FNAN%3FNCL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%40LBN%40NBN%40LBNDN%40LFNDLDNDLDLDLDNDLHLDLFLHLFLHLFLHJHLFLJJHLJJJJHJJJJJJJJJNJJHJJNHJHLHJJNHNHLFNHJFPHNFNFLHNFPFLDNFPDNFPDPDNDPDPDRBNDNBPBPBPBRBPBPBP%40R%40R%40PBP%3FP%40R%40P%3FP%40T%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPAT%3FPAPAP%3FRCPAPARARCPCPCPCPCPCRCPENCPEPEPEPENEPGPENGPELGNGPILGNGNINGPIJGNILINKNIJILILKLIJKJKNKJKJKJKJKHKJMJKFMLMFKHMFMHMFMHMFMHMDMHODMDMDMDODMDODMDOBODM%40OBO%40OBMBO%40OBM%3FO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAO%3FOCMAOCOCOAMCOAMEOCOEMEOEMEOEMEMEMEMIOEMIMGMIMGKIMGMIMGKMMGKKKKKIMKKKKKIKKOKKKKIMKMIMIKIOIOIMIMGMIQGOIOGOGMGQGOEMGQGOEQGQEOEQCQEQEOCQEQCSCQCQCQCQAQASCSAQAQASAQ%3FQAQ%3FU%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6bDqEueKd8BUcQsT5Fcp-ABEePU=) Sai, Ehime #### What's nearby - Hyoutan Pond \- 10 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Shozenji Temple \- 10 min drive \- 4.6 miles - Hojyuji Temple \- 10 min drive \- 7.1 miles - Kichijoji Temple \- 11 min drive \- 8.1 miles - Railway History Park in Saijo \- 18 min drive \- 12.6 miles #### Getting around - Matsuyama Kume Station - 24 min drive - Matsuyama (MYJ) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪うしろのしょうめんだーれ - ‬17 min walk - ‪Coffeecub - ‬8 min drive - ‪うどん処さんぽう - ‬10 min drive - ‪カフェ姉妹 - ‬9 min drive - ‪八拾八うどん 東予店 - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts ? ### Where is Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts located? ## Have a question? 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