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Kounso

2.5 star property
Lakefront guesthouse in Yamanakako with free parking

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Exterior
Spring water tub, free toiletries, slippers, towels
Front of property
Reception
Staircase
Lake Yamanaka provides a peaceful backdrop for Kounso Guesthouse, offering genuine relaxation. The terrace offers perfect views, and the lobby fireplace creates a welcoming atmosphere for unwinding or playing billiards. Free WiFi and self-parking add convenience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Japanese-Style Room with Shared Shower | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

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Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - single
Spring water bathtub
Bidet
2 bathrooms
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Twin Room with Sofa Bed, Shared Bathroom | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Sofa Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
2 bathrooms
Spring water bathtub
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
235-3 Yamanaka, Yamanakako, Yamanashi-ken, 401-0501

What's nearby

  • Mishima Yukio Museum - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Yamanakako Hot Spring Benifuji no yu - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Yamanakako Hananomiyako Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Lake Yamanaka Community Plaza Kirara - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Lake Yamanaka - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Fujiyoshida Gekkoji Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪甲州ほうとう 小作 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪庄ヤ - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪THE PARK - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪ZEIT BAKERY CAFE - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪山中湖畔のステーキ酒場 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kounso

Guesthouse near Lake Yamanaka Community Plaza Kirara
Near Lake Yamanaka, Kounso provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a billiards/pool table, and a TV in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Kounso boast perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • 2 bathrooms with spring water tubs and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Additional fees may apply to children age 3 and under for extra bedding.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

Kounso Inn Yamanakako
Kounso Inn
Kounso Yamanakako
Kounso
Kounso Japan/Yamanakako-Mura
Kounso Guesthouse
Kounso Yamanakako
Kounso Guesthouse Yamanakako

Frequently asked questions

Is Kounso pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kounso?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kounso?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kounso?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kounso located?

Situated on a lake, this guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Tenshinomori Angel Museum and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Yamanaka. Mishima Yukio Museum and Yamanakako Lake Teddy Bear World Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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