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Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding door leading to a garden.
A tatami mat room with a low table, a chair, a TV, and a traditional Japanese screen.
A compact kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dishwasher. There are two small trash bins and a window providing natural light.
A staircase with wooden balusters leading to a landing.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, a tiled roof, and a red gate.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sai, Ehime
  • Place, Shozenji Temple
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Hyoutan Pond
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Hojyuji Temple
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Matsuyama (MYJ)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Saijo

At this holiday home, you'll be 7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Shozenji Temple and 9.5 km (5.9 mi) from Hyoutan Pond. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen and a washing machine. .Home features 1.5 bathrooms, a TV and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a microwave, a stovetop and a dishwasher. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Saijo holiday home include Hojyuji Temple and Kichijoji Temple.

What's nearby

  • Shozenji Temple - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Hyoutan Pond - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Hojyuji Temple - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Kichijoji Temple - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Imabari Ichihiro - 22 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Matsuyama Kume Station - 24 min drive
  • Matsuyama (MYJ) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffeecub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪マクドナルド 東予丹原店 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪豚太郎 東予店 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪ラーメンショップ 川内店 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪MARUBUN 小松本店 - ‬9 min drive

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

Remote Retreat Shikawa – Your Private Countryside Home in Ehime

Welcome to Remote Retreat Shikawa, a spacious private traditional Japanese home in the peaceful countryside of Saijo, Ehime, at the foot of the Shikoku mountains.

Whether you're planning a family vacation, friends' getaway, motorcycle touring trip, or group adventure, the entire home is yours to enjoy. It's especially well suited for groups who want to stay together, relax at their own pace, and experience a more authentic side of Japan.

Ideal for Families, Friends & Groups

Traveling together is easier when everyone can stay under one roof. Enjoy meals together, relax after a day of sightseeing, and make the house your home base while exploring Ehime and Shikoku.

Whether you're traveling with family, a group of friends, fellow riders, or a combination of both, Remote Retreat Shikawa gives you the space and privacy to enjoy your trip together — sleeping up to 6 guests across three bedrooms.

A Traditional Japanese Home with Modern Comforts

Our historic home combines the charm of traditional Japan with the conveniences travelers appreciate today. Relax in comfortable Japanese-style tatami rooms, gather with family and friends, prepare meals in the kitchen, or simply enjoy the peaceful countryside atmosphere.

The home includes:

Private use of the entire house
Traditional Japanese tatami rooms
Comfortable living and dining areas
Fully equipped kitchen
Wi-Fi
Washer and dryer
Air conditioning
Space for up to 6 guests

Remote Work Friendly

Need to get some work done during your trip? Remote Retreat Shikawa offers a quiet countryside setting with reliable Wi-Fi, plenty of table and living space to set up a laptop, and the flexibility to work from home base before heading out to explore. It's an easy way to extend your stay, mix work with travel, or simply enjoy a change of scenery for your workday.

Perfect for Motorcycle Touring

Remote Retreat Shikawa is also a great base for exploring Shikoku by motorcycle. A dedicated covered motorcycle parking area is available, with space for approximately 4–5 motorcycles depending on bike size.

After a day riding through Shikoku's scenic mountain roads and countryside, come back to your own private home, relax, and enjoy the quiet surroundings.

Experience the Japanese Countryside

Wake up to fresh countryside air, mountain views, rice fields, and the peaceful sounds of rural Japan. At the same time, Saijo's restaurants, shops, hot springs, and other conveniences are within easy reach by car.

Use Remote Retreat Shikawa as your home base for exploring Ehime, the Shimanami Kaido, Dogo Onsen, the Setouchi area, and the beautiful mountain roads of Shikoku.

Slow down, explore more, and experience Japan together.

Remote Retreat Shikawa
Saijo, Ehime, Japan

Motorcycle-friendly | Family-friendly | Great for groups & friends | Countryside experience | Entire private home | Remote work friendly

Make Remote Retreat Shikawa your home base for an unforgettable Shikoku adventure.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • 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

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,799 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Frequently asked questions

Does Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts ?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts ?

No, Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Remote Retreat Shikawa - Spacious house with modern comforts ?

No, pets are not allowed.