Great stay for a family of 5

We had a great stay at the Pencil House, perfect for a family of five and in a great location. Ashley was awesome, meeting us at the house and helping us get settled in and helping us navigate the area.

We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for being awesome guests. Come back and visit us again. 

A very "sharp" pencil indeed!

My husband and I truly enjoyed our brief stay at the Pencil House. It was in a great location and was equipped with everything a traveler might need. I was impressed with how clean and well-maintained it was.I wish we could have stayed there longer!

Margaret - we are thrilled you enjoyed your stay at the Pencil House. I will let the cleaners know how well they have performed - they love to know that they are appreciated. 

Ideal location for central Tokyo!

The pencil house is located on a ideal place if you want to be in the center of Tokyo and want to be close by one of the biggest districts. (15 minutes walk to Shinjuku and 20 minutes walk to Shibuya). The hosts are very friendly and give you a personal welcome with all the info you need and way more! I would really recommend this place!

Pencil House stay was a pleasure!

From the moment Ash met us to when we continued with our travels a few days later, staying at the Pencil House in Shinjuku was a pleasure. The host explained everything thoroughly when we arrived and was in regular communication via messaging during our stay. The 3-bedroom, 3-storey home was spacious and had every amenity we could want. The location was a short 20-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, but the connecting Hatsudai station was only a 5-minute walk. Good food/convenience locations nearby as well, and with the heart of Shinjuku only 20-minutes away by food we wanted for nothing. Our Canadian family unreservedly recommends staying at Pencil House, and thanks Ash for his great hosting.

Central Location

Great location near Hatsudai train station. Location is quite central to get anywhere by train, taxi, on foot or bicycle. Host greets at the train station and showed us the house. Very a good stay in a cute 3 storey pencil house for our group of 3 adults. There is room for 4 adults + 2 kids (bunk bed) to sleep plus a small kitchen and one bathroom. Very clean and as per the pictures. Thanks Ashley and Tracey!

Spectacular 5 star stay!

Our stay at this Airbnb in Tokyo was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted by our host who made us feel right at home in this bustling city. The location is superb — nestled in a quiet neighborhood yet just a short walk from vibrant streets and convenient transportation links, allowing us to explore Tokyo with ease. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The kitchen was well-equipped, perfect for preparing breakfast before heading out, and the bathroom was spotless with excellent water pressure in the shower. One of the highlights was the breathtaking view from the balcony, where we enjoyed sipping our morning coffee or unwinding with a glass of wine in the evening, taking in the mesmerizing city lights of Tokyo. Our host was excellent, providing us with detailed local tips and recommendations that made our stay even more memorable. They were responsive to our questions and went above and beyond to our needs.

Pencil House was perfect for our family of five!

Pencil house was perfect for our family of 5 to enjoy a week in Tokyo. Close to subway stations, bus stops and only a 50 minute walk to, for example, Harajuku. House was small but arranged in a way you could still sit down as a 5 and have dinner, and it was clean with a good shower bathroom. Co-host Richard was a legend, and Tracey was around to message if you needed anything. Strangely militant about not checking in slightly early but can understand this. Thank you!!!

Great for group stay!

I would absolutely recommend The Pencil House to any group/family traveling to Tokyo. There's a subway station well within walking distance, and an ever-critical 7-11 just around the corner. The space itself was tidy and cozy; just right for our group of four, but with room for another one or two guests if that's what folks need.

Amazing Place; Great Hosts

The Pencil house was a fantastic place to stay - close enough to walk (with older kids) to Shinjuku, and super close to the subway! The house met all our needs, and was great to have a washing machine and kitchen! Ashley and Tracey are the most amazing, helpful hosts, and I would highly recommend both Tokyo Family Stays AND the Pencil House. Can't wait to come back!

Unique accommodation and location

It was our first visit to Japan and we loved staying at the Pencil House in Shinjuku. My 7 year old son especially loved the different levels and the staircase. We had our own rooms and lots of space that you don't get if staying in a hotel room. It was great to be able to cook dinner and have breakfast at home. The house is fully equipped and has everything you need. We also did lots of washing! The location was perfect. Close to shops, 7/11 & train lines. It was easy to get around. We loved the Chuo Park which was a few blocks over. It's a beautiful green space for kids to play and adults to relax. We will be coming back for another visit to Japan - hoping to get out of the city this time. Look forward to staying at other properties.