Geihoku Hijiri Lakeside Stay House (Short-Term Stay)

[Information]
Check-in will be handled at Alpen-ya. After completing the check-in procedure, we will guide you to the Geihoku Seiko Lakeside Stay House and hand you the keys. For more details, please refer to "◎Check-in Procedure" below.

"Geihoku Seiko Lakeside Stay House" is located within the Royal City Geihoku Seiko Lakeside Resort, which lies in the Special Area of the Nishi-Chugoku Sanchi Quasi-National Park, one of the most beautiful scenic spots in northwestern Hiroshima Prefecture. Surrounded by deep forests of deciduous broad-leaved trees such as oak and maple, enjoy a relaxing slow life at this lakeside destination rich in untouched nature and natural hot springs.

[Request for Booking]
Reservations must be made at least 7 days in advance.

① When making a reservation, please include the number of children who will use bedding. If you have children who will share a bed, do not include them in the reservation count. Instead, inform us by message after the reservation is confirmed.

※ After the reservation is confirmed, we will ask for the following guest information:

Full name, age, gender, and address of all guests

Phone number for the primary contact person on the day

Whether there are any children sharing beds

② We cannot store your luggage prior to your arrival. Thank you for your understanding.

◎About the Accommodation Plan
Only one group per day. Maximum 4 guests. Entire house can be rented for up to 5 nights.
The accommodation fee is for the entire house, not per person. The total cost per night, including tax and service fees, is ¥26,000.
※ Meals are not included in the accommodation fee.

◎About the House
The building is a two-story 2LDK (total floor area 150.91㎡).
Enjoy your stay in a house nestled in the forest, complete with a spacious wooden deck.

#Living/Dining/Kitchen
From the windows in the living room and the large wooden deck that extends from it, you can view the greenery of the forest and feel its aroma, experiencing a sense of forest bathing while indoors.

The kitchen is equipped with an IH stove, microwave, toaster, refrigerator, and basic cooking utensils, allowing you to enjoy cooking.
Please note that seasonings are not provided. Please bring your own.

#Bedrooms
There are two bedrooms: a master bedroom on the first floor and a Western-style room on the second floor.
1st floor - 8 tatami mat Western-style room: 1 semi-double bed, 1 single bed
2nd floor - 8 tatami mat Western-style room: 2 single beds

#Bath (Hot Spring)
At Geihoku Seiko Lakeside Stay House, you can enjoy natural hot spring water in the bath.
The spring quality is alkaline simple hot spring, suitable for relieving nerve pain, fatigue, and lower back pain.

※ During snowfall, snow removal may be required by the guests. Thank you for your understanding.

●About Meals
・For guests who wish to cook: You may use the kitchen in the facility.
※ Use of fire, such as BBQs on the wooden deck or in the garden, is strictly prohibited.
・For guests who prefer eating out: Recommended nearby restaurants are listed below. (Please check business hours and days yourself.)

Shoujikimura: A lakeside café known for curry and beef stew. Enjoy meals and tea time with views of the beautiful Seiko.

Kario Chaya: A handmade soba restaurant located in the Hachimanbara Highlands.

●Supermarkets and Convenience Stores
There are no supermarkets or convenience stores within walking distance.

Lawson Togouchi: approx. 30 minutes by car

7-Eleven Togouchi: approx. 30 minutes by car

◎Check-in Procedure
Please complete your check-in at Alpen-ya. After check-in, we will guide you to Geihoku Seiko Lakeside Stay House and hand you the key.
Please note that you cannot enter the property by going directly to the house.

We will inform you of Alpen-ya’s location after the reservation is confirmed.

Check-in time: 15:00–17:00
Check-out time: 0:00–12:00
※ If you wish to check out before 9:00 AM, please consult us at check-in.
※ Please be punctual.
※ Early check-in before 15:00 and late check-out are not available.

◎Access
※ For convenience in sightseeing and shopping, we recommend arriving by rental car or private vehicle. No shuttle service is available.
・From "Hiroshima Station" (Sanyo Main Line/Shinkansen): approx. 90 min by car
・Iwami Kotsu Bus, Shin-Hiro-Masu Line: Get off at "Hachimanbara Bus Stop", 35 min on foot
(From Hiroshima Shinkansen Exit) Take bus bound for Masuda Station – approx. 1 hr 53 min
(From Masuda Station) Take bus bound for Hiroshima Shinkansen Exit – approx. 1 hr 7 min
・From Hagi-Iwami Airport: approx. 70 min by car
・From Hamada Station (Sanin Main Line): approx. 60 min by car

[Area Information]
#An area where you can directly feel untouched nature and the breath of the forest
Geihoku Seiko Lakeside Stay House is located in the special area of Nishi-Chugoku Sanchi Quasi-National Park, which spreads across northwestern Hiroshima Prefecture. Mt. Garyu, with its primeval beech forests representing the southernmost point in Japan, the scenic Sandankyo Gorge with its clear streams, rocks, and greenery, and Seiko Lake, reflecting the mountains on its clear surface. This is a treasure trove of countless flora and fauna, and an area where you can feel the breath of the forest.

●Recommended Nearby Spots
・Seiko: An artificial lake with varied shorelines featuring coves and capes
・Hachimanbara Wetlands: Approx. 10 min by car – Famous for groups of wild irises (best viewed late May)
・Sandankyo Gorge: Approx. 25 min by car – Known for its five grand views (Kurobuchi, Sarutobi, Nidan Falls, Sandan Falls, Mitsu Falls), this is a nationally designated special scenic spot with dramatic gorges
・Mt. Shinnyu: Approx. 18 min by car – A gentle 1,153m high mountain east of Sandankyo where Hiroshima’s largest spring fire festival (yamayaki) is held every year
・Yawata Highland 191 Resort: Approx. 5 min by car – A snow resort with a variety of courses and a kids’ slope, enjoyable for families and experts alike
・Osorakan Ski Resort: Approx. 30 min by car – A ski area in the Nishi-Chugoku Sanchi Quasi-National Park on the slopes of Osorakan (1,346m)
・Ini Rice Terraces: Approx. 40 min by car – Selected as one of Japan’s top 100 rice terraces by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries

●Rules and Prohibited Actions
・Smoking is not allowed inside the building.
・Guests other than those registered in advance are not allowed to stay.
・After using the provided tableware and cooking utensils, please wash them thoroughly and return them to their original place.
・You may freely use the provided furnishings and appliances, but please handle them with care.
・We are not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or loss/theft of personal belongings inside or outside the house. Thank you for your understanding.
・Please separate your garbage into designated bags and bring them to the reception.
・Unlike hotels or inns, this is a self-service accommodation.
・During snowfall, snow removal may be required by guests.

[Prohibited Actions]
・No use of fire such as BBQs or fireworks
・No use for parties or events
・No hair dyeing or leaving water running
・No pets or dangerous animals allowed

The bedrooms consist of two rooms: the master bedroom on the first floor and a Western-style room on the second floor.
First floor – 8 tatami-mat size Western-style room: 1 semi-double bed and 1 single bed
Second floor – 8 tatami-mat size Western-style room: 2 single beds