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Description
Zenrinso Overview
Zenrinso is a beautiful chalet nestled at the foot of the Japanese Alps, practically opposite the Happo One slopes. This impressive chalet is the ultimate base for exploring Hakuba ski valley to the fullest – though you might be tempted to spend many a night in, enjoying the warm glow of the fireplace and admiring the graceful elegance of the chalet. Zenrinso’s architecture will leave you feeling inspired. The entrance hall with its split-level floor and glass staircase offers a stunning first impression which the upper floor living areas more than match. Even the bunk bedroom wows with its minimalist modern look that feels undeniably Japanese. Everywhere you turn, you’re greeted by stunning angles and endless windows, with plenty of room to gather up for movie nights, gourmet meals and apres-ski drinks. Without question, Zenrinso is one of the most impressive chalets in the valley.
Sleeps: 14 guests (16 max)
Size: 438m²
Features
- Centralised heating
- Kitchen
- Nespresso machine
- Bunk beds
- Smart TV
- Fireplace
- Stereo
- In-room safe
- Laundry
- Parking
Inclusions
- Property manager
- Housekeeping
- Towels / linen
- Toiletries
- Airport transfer assistance
- Scheduled shuttle to ski fields and supermarket daily
- Hakuba train / bus station transfers (on arrival / departure)
Extras
- Baby cot and high chair JPY ¥3,000 per night
- Ski / snowboard rentals
- Ski / snowboard lessons
- Lift passes
- Car rental
- Airport transfers
Hot Deals
Last Minute & Early Bird Bookings
Contact our Villa Specialists to find out if your dates are eligible for our Last Minute and Early Bird discounts.
Zenrinso Living
Thanks to full wall windows and a clever floorplan, Zenrinso exudes an abundance of space and light. A natural and neutral colour scheme allows the premium materials to shine and for the beautiful scenery to take centre stage. The undeniable highlight is the large living room that sprawls over the upper floor. The open floor plan makes this the heart and soul of the chalet, a space where everyone will naturally gravitate to after a long day of skiing. There is nothing quite like cosying up by the fire after a hearty meal, surrounded by all your favourite people, watching as the snow falls outside your window.
Living Room
The chalet’s upper floor living areas are a thing of beauty. This fluid space is crowned with a high slanted ceiling and surrounded by floor to ceiling windows. The main seating area features ample sofas and armchairs arranged around a sleek modern fireplace, with full wall windows framing views of the surrounding forest. If you feel like bingeing a movie instead of gazing at the fire, move over to the “cosy corner” that’s tucked to the side of the room. This plush area features a generous sofa that’s angled towards an 86-inch TV mounted on the wall.
Dining Room
The dining area is also incorporated to the generous living room that takes up most of the chalet’s upper floor. The square dining table is positioned to the centre of the room, inviting everyone to gather up for long and lavish meals. The dining table can easily seat a group of 10, with more seats available at the breakfast bar that separates the dining area from the kitchen. A bubble chandelier adds a dreamy quality to the dining area, one that’s amplified by the snow-covered views stretching out behind the windows. The open plan kitchen is fully setup for gourmands and coffee lovers alike, with appliances including an espresso machine, rice cooker, milk frother and more.
Zenrinso Bedrooms
Zenrinso features six bedrooms. With their light timber walls, streamlined furniture and large windows looking out to the surrounding forest, the rooms feel like soothing Zen sanctuaries. The bedrooms also offer ample space and great flexibility. Four bedrooms feature king-sized beds, three of which can be converted into two singles if needed. Two rooms feature bunk beds – one room has two sets of bunks, while the other has a single set.
Bedroom 1
The first bedroom is located on the ground floor. It occupies a corner and features generous windows on two sides. The room is furnished with a king-sized bed that can also be converted into two singles should guests prefer. The ensuite bathroom features a shower/bathtub, vanity and toilet.
2 Guests
1 King Bed or 2 Singles
Bathroom (Bath + Shower)
Bedroom 2
This room is located next to the first bedroom. Like the neighbouring room, this one also offers the choice between a king-sized bed or two singles – whichever suits you best. The adjoining bathroom features a shower, vanity and toilet.
2 Guests
1 King Bed or 2 Singles
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 3
This is the first bunk bedroom. It’s located on the ground floor, right next to the second bedroom. The room is furnished with two sets of beautifully designed bunk beds which can sleep up to four guests. An ensuite bathroom fitted with a shower, vanity and toilet completes the setup.
4 Guests
2 Bunk Beds
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 4
The fourth bedroom is located upstairs, next to the living and dining room. The room features a king-sized bed though this can also be converted into two single beds. The ensuite bathroom features a shower, vanity and toilet.
2 Guests
1 King Bed or 2 Singles
Bathroom (Shower)
Bedroom 5
Also located upstairs, this is the largest bedroom in the house. The room is furnished with a king-sized bed and features glass doors leading out to a scenic balcony that runs the full width of the chalet. The room is adjoined by a walk-through wardrobe that leads to the ensuite bathroom. The spacious bathroom features a Japanese style bath, a separate shower, twin vanities and a toilet.
2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Bath + Shower)
Bedroom 6
This compact bedroom is located downstairs on the ground floor. The room is designated as a “maid’s” bedroom. It features a set of bunk beds and it’s adjoined by an ensuite bathroom that features a shower, vanity and toilet.
2 Guests
1 Bunk Bed
Bathroom (Shower)
Zenrinso Layout
Zenrinso is a six-bedroom chalet that’s built over two floors. The ground floor houses four bedrooms and the chalet’s ski room. The upper floor houses the living and dining areas, a generous balcony and two bedrooms.
Zenrinso Staff
Your stay is made enjoyable by the professional staff who have been professionally trained and will do their utmost to please with their warm and friendly hospitality.
Property Manager
The chalet’s experienced and knowledgeable manager is responsible for the overall operation of the chalet. The property manager will oversee and coordinate the staff and property and assist you during your stay.
Housekeeping
Our chalets in Japan often have housekeeping 1 – 2 times per week depending on the property. Each chalet will have their own cleaning schedule.
Location
Zenrinso is located in the ski region of Hakuba in Japan. The chalet is positioned in the Wadano Mori neighbourhood, a prestigious area dominated by verdant forest and upscale chalets, with a handful of restaurants dotted in between. The Happo One ski lifts are just 10 minutes away on foot or less than five minutes by car. If you’re looking to explore further afield, the Hakuba ski valley is home to 10 ski resorts with over 200 ski runs to explore. Foodies will appreciate the chalet’s proximity (less than 10 minutes driving) to the Echoland dining district.
Bookings
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Need to Know
- Min stay: Saver Season: 2 nights, Powder Season: 5 nights, Peak Season: 5 nights
- Our rates include Government tax and services. Other websites add this on at the end of the booking!
- We offer the best rates online and offer a price guarantee to prove it!
- A deposit of 50% of the total amount must be paid at the time of booking
- Final payment is required 60 days prior to arrival
- Check-in time: 3pm – Check-out time: 10am
- Payment can be settled by credit card or PayPal (3% payment processing fee)
- Payment can be settled by bank transfer in your preferred currency (AUD / EUR / GBP / JPY / NZD / SGD / USD)
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Sara O’Shea –
What a fantastic new chalet. High ceilings, plenty of space in the living room, comfortable bedrooms and views looking through big glass windows. Fun bunk bedroom for kids!
DNA DNA –
Best accommodation in Hakuba!
Google Reviewed January 2024
ななさん（まるさん） –
It was my first time staying here. Zenrinso, a luxurious rental villa in Hakuba It was a memorable stay and I was very satisfied ^ ^
Anyway, stylish and fashionable! ! The interior and space design are both sophisticated and beautiful no matter where you look, so I took lots of photos.
A luxurious yet homely and extraordinary space. It was truly a dream-like stay. There was a snowy landscape outside, and the view from the window was beautiful both in the morning and at night.
The room has large windows and a high ceiling, but there is also floor heating, so it was very warm even in the harsh winter. There were 6 bedrooms, which were spacious enough, and the beds were very comfortable. Kitchen utensils such as tableware and rice cookers were also fully stocked.
Also, the bath is wonderful, so I recommend bringing your own bath salts! (I forgot) There was also a drying room for boards etc. and a washing machine ^ ^ This is a wonderful inn where anyone can have an impressive and satisfying stay. It has become my favorite inn and I highly recommend it when staying in Hakuba. Please let me stay again ^ ^
Next time I would like to stay for about a week! I’m really thankful to you.
Google Reviewed April 2023
Aya OGAWARA –
I’m a snowboarder who goes to Hakuba at least 5 times every season🏂, but I usually only stay at accommodations that cost around 5,000 yen. This was my first time staying in a luxury villa of a different order of magnitude 🏠
Of course it’s a nice and luxurious space, but what surprised me the most was that it wasn’t cold at all!
The large window on one wall is a picture window with a view of the snowy scenery, and it’s so beautiful! But wouldn’t it be cold if the opening was removed like that? 🤔
The living room with its high atrium has a great sense of openness! But wouldn’t it be cold if the ceiling was this high? 🤔 There were no such worries. You can feel the airtightness and insulation properties of the fittings, and the floor heating provides a warm and cozy atmosphere. It’s rather hot lol. It was so comfortable that I couldn’t believe it was winter in Hakuba. After all, luxury villas are built differently…🤗
Some vacation rentals have only one shower or bath and you have to wait in line, but here you don’t have to worry about that because each bedroom has its own shower or bath. However, if I come to Hakuba, I’ll go to a hot spring. The kitchen has all the cooking utensils, there’s a washer/dryer, and the bedding is absolutely fine. There was no “I wish I had that”. This is said to be more comfortable than my own home…😇
For someone like me who skis a lot, I think it’s best to stay at a cheap hotel and go to eat at Echoland, but I thought it would be nice to have a luxurious stay like this once in a while. If you stay outside of high season or if you stay with up to 14 people, the price per person will be more reasonable, and if you have 14 people, you won’t be able to go to a restaurant easily, so you can all make your own meals in the villa! There are so many ways to enjoy it.
I would like to incorporate it into my future Hakuba stays while making some ingenuity 😉
By the way, if you use Google Maps, you will be directed to the side of the Happo slope, but be careful as you cannot access it from the Happo side. Enter from Wadano Forest. There is an alley to the right of Hakuba Grand Apartments, so go through it and go around north of Hakuba Grand Apartments to arrive. We recommend setting your navigation to Hakuba Grand Apartments. Also, snow plows cannot enter the driveway of Wadano Forest, so it gets bumpy when it snows, but if you go slowly you should be fine.
Google Reviewed March 2023
木村祐介 –
It was my first time staying at this villa, and it was truly a comfortable villa to live in! Great location where you can go to Happo One Ski Resort in 5 minutes! ! I really recommend it for going snowboarding. It was a wonderful combination of sophisticated space and homey feel. It was a fun day and I could feel the care put into each and every tableware and decoration with an Asian-style design!
Sorry to bother you again.
Google Reviewed February 2023
m k –
This is a luxury resort condominium that you will definitely want to use again! Zenrinsou just opened in January 2023. I used it with 14 friends in February. The interior is chic and stylish, the living/dining room has an open feel, the island-shaped open kitchen, the fireplace and large sofa make you feel soothed just by looking at it, and I knew I didn’t want to leave the moment I arrived (lol).The view from the large windows and balcony. The snowy scenery is also very beautiful, making it perfect for people who want to work away in an unusual space. There are 6 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 14 people♪ There are ski resorts, hot springs, and saunas nearby, so it was great to be able to enjoy leisure activities unique to Hakuba!
Google Reviewed February 2023
とさち –
It was the best. The first surprise when you walk in the door. The ceiling is higher than what you see in the photo and the interior is sophisticated. “Maybe it’s even better than I imagined?”, my expectations swell. When I went up the stairs and saw the living room, I was even more surprised. wide. It’s spacious anyway. The floor is wide, the sky is also wide, and it is high. It’s not a very large space, but it’s a warm, comfortable and rich space, and I spent most of my time in the living room during my several nights there. It’s also nice that the floor plan allows you to continue communicating with your companions while cooking.
The room had all the elements you would want in a villa. The quality of the bedding was good, and the sheets felt great against my skin. Thanks to you, I fell asleep faster than usual and slept longer than usual.
What was unexpectedly nice was the outside view.
When you look out the window of another villa or luxury hotel, you can see neighboring villas and facilities, making it impossible to fully appreciate the unreality. However, in this villa, you can see neighboring buildings from the bedroom, but you can only see nature outside the living room window. I watched in a daze as small birds gathered in a nearby tree. These elements are also important when immersing yourself in an extraordinary experience, and I felt truly refreshed.
Google Reviewed January 2023