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Offering a garden and mountain view, OldbutNew 蔵 is set in Hara, 10 km from Sansan Hiroba and 17 km from Raikyuji Temple. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 7.4 km from Shigemori Mirei Kinenkan. The apartment features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a washing machine. The unit is soundproofed and is comprised of a parquet floors as well as a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area. Takahashi Folk Museum is 17 km from the apartment, while Anshoji Temple is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Okayama Airport, 21 km from OldbutNew 蔵.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.5
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  • Hikaru
    Philippines Philippines
    The host provided guidance on how to use the facilities available. I appreciate the extra effort of the host personally instructing us on how to use the electronic locking system. An added feature in the form of a personally managed fireplace I...
  • Shen
    Singapore Singapore
    Place was very clean and beautiful. Host couple was very friendly and hospitable. I highly recommend this place to everyone. The environment is full of nature and relaxing. Would have wanted to stay one more night but it was unfortunately sold out...
  • Monique
    Australia Australia
    The host couple was extremely hospitable and welcoming. They went above and beyond for us, taking our luggage up the hill and leaving fresh farm picked vegetables and home made chocolate cake for us to enjoy. I highly recommend this stay to anyone...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Toshiyuki&Chie

10
10
Host review score
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Toshiyuki&Chie
A new accommodation facility with 100 years of history has opened between the human village and the forest. The solid and beautiful mud-walled building, which has protected people's food for a long time since the warehouse was built, has been transformed into a healing space that offers tranquillity and peace of mind to visitors. And this storehouse also has enough new comforts added to it that you can't get from just being old. From the total design to the furniture, the design and production was done by the hosts, who are first-class architects. There you will find a refrigerator, a microwave oven, an induction hob, coffee tools for coffee lovers, a toaster for bread lovers to bake delicious bread, and many other things to help you enjoy your stay in elegance. In winter, you can also enjoy the red-hot wood-burning stove. Enjoy quiet moments in an old and new space, feeling the air of the forest and the presence of wildlife close at hand. We hope that you will feel the richness of having everything in the midst of nothingness.
We moved from Tokyo to the satoyama of Okayama, where we live a self-sufficient lifestyle in a rich natural environment. The guesthouse where you will be staying was renovated from an earthen storehouse that has withstood the elements for over 100 years, and we have painstakingly created everything from the fittings to the furniture. My wife and I live in the main house on the same site. If necessary, please contact us via social networking sites and we will respond immediately.
The area is surrounded by quiet, beautiful satoyama, a truly original Japanese landscape. In spring, the Makiya Dam, which faces the inn, is covered with cherry blossoms. Rape blossoms, lotus flowers and wild flowers bloom here and there, and wild vegetables such as bracken and Japanese knotweed also appear. In summer, the rice in the terraced rice paddies shimmers green and there is a river where fireflies can be seen. The inn is located at the entrance to a forest, so you can stay cool even without an air-conditioner. In autumn, the sight of the bright red manjushage flowers by the rice paddies attracts amateur photographers. If you are lucky, you can spot a variety of wild birds and animals. Also nearby is Gogeiji Temple, famous for its autumn foliage. Although the area is rich in nature, it can also be used as a base for sightseeing, with the town of Soja, which is said to have many delicious bakeries, Kurashiki, Bicchu Kokubunji Temple and Bicchu Matsuyama Castle all within a 30-minute drive. Buses are available as public transport, but only two services a day are available. Two free parking spaces are available along the roadway, 200 metres from the guest house.
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of OldbutNew 蔵
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Fast free WiFi 515 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Dressing room
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Fireplace
    • Desk
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Terrace
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
      Additional charge
    • Garden
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Miscellaneous
    • Adult only
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules

    OldbutNew 蔵 takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 12 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    1 extra bed available upon request.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and older are allowed)

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform OldbutNew 蔵 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    License number: M330029926

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about OldbutNew 蔵

    • The prices at OldbutNew 蔵 may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • OldbutNew 蔵 has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at OldbutNew 蔵 on this page.

    • Check-in at OldbutNew 蔵 is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • OldbutNew 蔵 is 3 miles from the centre of Hara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • OldbutNew 蔵 can accommodate the following group size:

      • 3 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • OldbutNew 蔵 offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):