Gifu, Japan
Guests: up to 9 • €299 / night
Welcome to the secluded tranquility of Mori no Ibuki Cabin (Forest Breath Cabin), a rustic yet luxurious retreat nestled deep within the stunning mountainous landscape of Gifu Prefecture, Japan. This traditional-style lodge offers the quintessential satoyama (countryside) experience, with modern comforts woven into its serene atmosphere. Just a short stroll from your door is the celebrated Kamakura Onsen, a local hot spring famed for its mineral-rich waters that promise deep relaxation and rejuvenation after a day of travel. Surrounded by towering cedar and cypress trees, the cabin serves as the perfect base to embrace the Japanese concept of shinrinyoku (forest bathing), encouraging a profound connection with the unspoiled natural world of Gifu. The cabin's location has been carefully chosen to balance peaceful isolation with convenient access to local activities and transit. Guests can spend their mornings exploring the extensive network of well-maintained forest trails that lead to panoramic mountain viewpoints and hidden waterfalls. When you are ready to venture further afield, the local Nagaragawa Railway station is just a ten-minute walk away, providing easy and picturesque access to the charming cultural towns of the prefecture, such as Gujo Hachiman. This convenient public transportation link means you can explore Gifu's historical sites, traditional craft shops, and gourmet dining without the need for a car, making for a truly stress-free and immersive Japanese mountain holiday.