Off market classic Machiya in Gion!

A beautiful, classic Kyoto Machiya in an absolute perfect location; five minutes walk to Gion, 4 minutes walk to the river and downtown Kyoto, set on a private, no-through street in complete tranquility.

The property itself is what is called a Merchant Machiya; two houses with an ornamental garden in between them. In the old days, the house facing the road would be the place of business, and the owners lived in the house in the back. This Machiya, though, has not one but two gardens, and a lovely wooden walkway combining the two houses. All the original features are still in the house, the sand rendered walls, the atrium, the beautiful timber works, the bamboo rafters, everything is still here.

Carefully restored to its former glory, this Machiya has the potential to become a wonderful residence, holiday home and investment. As it is in a preservation area, you will not get a Ryokan license, but (subject to approval) a Minpaku license should be granted.

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