Enjoy the spectacular view, BBQ, trampoline｜Private one-story house on the hill (heated floor, barrier-free)

A 2-hour drive from Tokyo. Perched on a hill with a panoramic view in Takayama Village, Gunma Prefecture, “Penpen House” is a barrier-free, single-story cottage available for exclusive rental.

With south-facing views of the sky and mountains, Takayama Village—home to an observatory—is also famous for its clear night skies.
Enjoy a leisurely barbecue in the garden while taking in the breathtaking views day and night, or watch the children romp on the large trampoline and in the kids’ room…
Let the serene scenery soothe your soul and allow the “bonds” with your family and friends to deepen naturally—we hope you’ll enjoy moments like these.

⚪︎Barrier-free design: No steps from the car park to the interior. All doors, except for those in the bathroom and entryway, are at least 81 cm wide.

⚪︎Underfloor heating in every room: Even in winter, the bathroom and changing room stay nice and warm.

⚪︎Spacious living room & kitchen: Open-concept space with a face-to-face kitchen. A wide variety of cooking utensils and tableware are provided.

⚪︎Kids’ Play Area: We’ve stocked it with plenty of toys to keep your children entertained. There’s even a space that feels like a secret hideout.

⚪︎Backyard with Trampoline & BBQ Set: Equipped with a patio umbrella, table, and chairs. You can even set up a home swimming pool in the summer!

Lot size: Approx. 710 ㎡／ Building: 126 ㎡
Parking: Space for up to 3 cars

Western-style Room 1 (12 tatami mats): 2 single beds + 2 futons

Western-style Room 2 (11 tatami mats): 2 single beds + 2 futons

All rooms equipped with air conditioning and floor heating／ Smart TV and record player in the living room


[In-Room Amenities]
⚪︎Kitchen: Refrigerator / 3-burner IH cooktop / Toaster oven (Aladdin) / Microwave / Rice cooker (3-go capacity) / Electric Kettle / Coffee Maker / Portable Gas Stove (with gas canister)

⚪︎Cooking Utensils: 4 types of pots / 2 types of frying pans / Colander / Bowl / Cutting Board / Kitchen Knife / Spatula / Ladle / Cooking chopsticks / Tongs / Rice paddle / Peeler / Scissors / Grater / Wine opener / Can opener / Bottle opener

⚪︎ Tableware: Chopsticks / Children’s cutlery / Forks / Knives / Spoons / Large, medium, and small plates / Serving plates / Soup bowls, rice bowls / Wine glasses / Glasses / Sake glasses / Tea cups / Plastic plates for BBQ / Mugs / Coffee cups

⚪︎Kitchen Supplies: Cling film / Aluminium foil / Paper towels / Dish soap/Sponges

⚪︎Seasonings: Oil/Miso/Sugar/Salt/Soya sauce/ Seasoned salt and pepper/Vinegar

⚪︎Drinks: Ground coffee/Decaf ground coffee/Tea bags

⚪︎Laundry and Bath Supplies: Washer-dryer/ Laundry detergent/Hair dryer/Bath towels/Face towels/Body wash/Shampoo/Conditioner/Facial cleanser/Hand soap/Toothbrush (with toothpaste)/Makeup mirror/Hair straightener

⚪︎Other: Smart TV / Circulating fan / Air conditioner / Kerosene fan heater / Electric fan / Pest control items / Humidifier / Records & record player / Inflatable pool

[About Your Stay]
・This is a self-check-in and self-check-out facility using a PIN code. A security camera is installed at the entrance, and we will verify the number of guests and other details.

・After check-in, we will provide you with the owner’s phone number, so please feel free to contact us. You can also contact us via email.

・The owner’s family lives a 4-minute walk from the property. Please feel free to contact us if you need anything.

・For guests staying multiple nights, we’ll stop by to collect trash and perform other tasks.

・If you’re a foreign visitor or need any assistance with your trip, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

・Every October, we harvest a vegetable called makomodake. The owner’s family grows it near the facility, so you can experience harvesting it if you’d like.

⚪︎Surroundings & Access
・About a 2-hour drive from Nerima IC
・A 15-minute drive to Rockhart Castle and the Gunma Prefectural Astronomical Observatory. Nighttime stargazing events are held at the observatory on weekends and are highly recommended.
・A 10-minute drive to a roadside station, supermarket, chemist, and 100-yen shop
・Easy access to tourist destinations in Northern Gunma, such as Shima, Ikaho, Kusatsu, Kita-Karuizawa, Minakami, and Akagi—all popular tourist destinations in Northern Gunma—are easily accessible.
・A 5-minute drive to “Otsuka Onsen,” known for its lukewarm waters and many repeat visitors. Other hot springs in Takayama Village are a 10-minute drive away.
・A one-hour drive to the ski resorts in Minakami, Kusatsu, and Naeba.

Set in a lush, natural satoyama landscape, you can enjoy a wide variety of activities, including hiking, hot springs, lakes, fishing, golf, and winter skiing and snowboarding.

⚪︎Information
・Entire property rental: You are free to use the building, garden, and car park as you wish.
・ Fully equipped BBQ: Gas grill, tongs, and tableware provided. *Please bring your own food.
・Inflatable pool available (summer): Enjoy it under the carport to avoid the sun.
・Handheld fireworks allowed: Please enjoy them away from the building. Campfires are not permitted.
・Early check-in / Late check-out: Available for 5,000 yen per hour (Advance request required)

Perfect for family trips or gatherings with friends.
Enjoy a relaxing stay where you can breathe deeply amidst the pleasant scenery and fresh air.
We look forward to welcoming you.