Close to “Yunessan”. Modern Japanese-style house overlooking the forest for up to 11 people/124 sq.m./ VOD available/ 5 bedrooms for a relaxing stay.
- Address: 439-28, Kowakudani, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture
- Access: 1 minute walk from “Kamitakanosu” stop on Hakone Tozan Bus
- Area: 124 ㎡
- Maximum number of guests: 11
- Parking: 2 spaces in adjacent lot + 1 light car on site
Two stops by bus from “Kowakien”, which is home to Yunessan, Hakone’s representative hot spring facility.
“MUSUBU” HAKONE KOWAKUDANI is a renovated Japanese-style house nestled in the quiet Hakone forest, with a Japanese atmosphere and modern space.
When you open the yukimi-shoji screens in the living room and bedroom, you will see the forest of Hakone. Enjoy a private moment with your family or friends while listening to the rustling of trees, the singing of wild birds, and savoring the delicious air.
There are four independent bedrooms and a futon in the living room, which can accommodate up to 11 people. The kitchen is fully equipped with cooking utensils and tableware, making it convenient for self-catering. In winter, you can enjoy cooking one-pot meals.
The property does not have a hot spring, but you can enjoy the hot springs of Hakone with Yunessan and “Morinoyu” just a short distance away. Buses provide easy access to them as well as Lake Ashinoko and Hakone-Yumoto.
Parking is available for two cars in the lot next door. The location on a national highway allows even those who are not confident in their driving skills to come to our office.
Please be considerate of our neighbors and enjoy a wonderful stay in Hakone. We look forward to welcoming you.
Facilities
The house is located in the lush Hakone forest at an altitude of 650 meters. We hope you will all enjoy your stay in the fresh highland air.
While summers are pleasant, winters can be cold, so all rooms are equipped with air conditioners with heating functions. In addition to gas heaters in the living room, there are portable heaters in the changing rooms.
The house also faces National Route 1, so there is the sound of cars and lights, but you can also watch the Hakone Ekiden relay race up close!
[Living]
The living room is designed for a large group to gather for meals or watching movies. Since it is connected to the kitchen, you can enjoy cooking your own meals as if you were having a home party.
- 50-inch TV (with Android TV)
- Dining set for 6 persons + sofa for 2 persons and single board coffee table
- Air conditioner (for heating and cooling) and gas heater Two sets of futons in the closet
- Cell phone charging cord, spare batteries and light bulbs
[Bedroom 1] Japanese style 8 tatami mats
- A queen-size bed with two semi-single mattresses side by side
- One set of futon bedding
- Low chair and coffee table
- Air conditioner (for heating and cooling)
[Bedroom 2] Japanese style room 6 tatami mats
- Single bed
- Sofa bed (you are requested to make up the bed by yourself using the sheets in the closet)
- Air conditioner (for air-conditioning and heating)
[Bedroom 3] Western style room
- Two single beds
- Low chair, coffee table
- Air conditioner (for heating and cooling)
[Bedroom 4] Western style room
- Two single beds
- Cushions for sitting comfortably
- Work desk
- Air conditioner (air-conditioning and heating)
Kitchen
- Three burner gas stove and grill
- Kitchen counter (can be a table for 3 people)
- 3 chairs
- Refrigerator, microwave oven, kettle, rice cooker
- Kitchen knife, cutting board, kitchen tools
- Pots, induction stove
- Frying pan set
- Chopsticks, cutlery
- Dishes, cups, coasters
- Salt, pepper, oil
- Counter cloths
Bathrooms and dressing rooms
- Bath chair, bath tub
- Bathtub (with reheating function), shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body soap (made by POLA, famous for POLA Museum)
- Washing machine, laundry detergent
- Wash stand, toothbrush stand, toothpaste cup (please bring your own toothbrushes)
- Bath towels and face towels (one pair per person)
- Hair dryer, hair iron
- Portable ceramic heater
Entrance, hallway
- Slippers
- Insecticide
- Entrance cameras (installed in accordance with the law and used for check-in confirmation and security purposes)
Neighborhood Information
The house is located on Route 1 toward Lake Ashinoko from Kowakien, where Yunessan is located. You can easily visit Kowakien, Lake Ashinoko, and other major areas of Hakone by car or bus.
Kowakien is only two bus stops away, making it convenient for dining, shopping at convenience stores, and bathing. In addition to Yunessan, a day spa called Morinoyu, and restaurants, Kowakien also has a vast Japanese garden called “Horai-en”, which is free to explore.
Also, a 10-minute walk up Route 1 will take you to a set restaurant where you can enjoy gibier cuisine and other dishes. There are also several restaurants at Lake Ashinoko, Ninotaira and Gora.
Access
One minute on foot from the “Kamitakanosu” bus stop. It is accessible from Odawara Station East Exit, Hakone-Yumoto Station, Moto-Hakone Port, etc. The “Yunessan-mae” bus stop is two stops away.
If you are coming by car, it takes about 5 minutes from Kowakien on Route 1. Parking is available in an empty lot along the national highway next to our inn (please do not park near the fire hydrant, but park along the forest).
House Rules and Precautions
Check-in time is available from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and check-out time is 10:00 a.m. Please consult with us in advance regarding the storage of luggage prior to check-in and after check-out.
Cancellation Policy
Free of charge until 31 days prior to check-in. After that, 100% will be charged.
[Notes.
- The property is located near a national highway, so you may be affected by the noise and lights of cars.
- Smoking is only allowed on the balcony. Please put cigarette butts in the cigarette butt receptacle.
- Please keep quiet between 21:00 and 7:00, as there are residences nearby. No parties are allowed.
- Fireworks, open flames, smoke, and odors are prohibited.
- Pets are not allowed.
- Please use the same amount of bedding as the number of guests. Additional bedding will be charged at 5,000 yen per set.
- If you forget something, we will send it to the address you specify at a later date, but please bear the shipping cost.
- Please wear studless tires or chains in winter. It is dangerous to use normal tires due to the possibility of icy or snowy roads.