This was my favorite place I stayed in all of Japan!! It felt like being in a mountain hut in the Alps - cozy, homey, and comfortable. There were lots of photos and cute quirky pictures/signs everywhere, and it just had a good feeling to it. The staff were INCREDIBLE, and were the highlight for me. They spoke basic English and I was able to have more in depth conversations with Google translate. They were so friendly and helpful - it made it sad to leave on my last day. The room was very comfortable and clean and had strong air conditioning (very important in Furano in the summer). I stayed in a room with multiple bunk-style beds and a couch, and it had a really wonderful view outside. The shared bathroom was always clean and the shower room had a small onsen in it! The location is very good if you have a car. It’s right by Farm Tomita and a 12 minute drive to Furano and a 25 minute drive to Biei. Plus of course, there’s a donkey!!

Only downside for me was there weren’t a ton of restaurants nearby - though there are a lot more if you drive 12 minutes to Furano. Also I wouldn’t recommend if you don’t plan to rent a car. (But Hokkaido is an amazing and easy place to drive in even as a foreigner, so you should really consider renting a car!)

Comments here are specific to our booking of the stand-alone cabin. Cabin size is big with 4 beds (and another folded one) so it will be appropriate for family/ group. Notes (not like nor dislike): Kitchen was well-equipped but equipment ran on gas (open fire) e.g. even the water kettle was not electric. We had enquired whether there was a dryer in the cabin as it came with a washing machine, the answer was 'no', but we found out that the washing machine was a washer/ dryer so this was convenient. Bathroom was small and the separate toilet was on the other corner of the cabin, oddly right at the cabin door entrance.

Comments here are specific to our booking of the stand-alone cabin and not the rooms at the main house where the reception is. In the interaction with the pension owner/ staff, on checking in, we were given keys to a room and this was corrected only when we said we had booked the stand-alone cabin. The cabin was on a separate lane from the main house and you would need to drive over. The lane to turn in to was not labelled nor named in google maps and was also not lighted. So if you are booking this cabin, suggest that you get there in daylight so that you are familiar with the way. We had to do this as we wanted to see the Lavendarfest which was a night event.

It was a beautiful pension, clean and comfortable. The place was a bit far from the busy city so it was very relaxing. We saw their friendly pet Donkey and a Fox! The staff were very accommodating and nice. The breakfast was superb, best tasting salad. We would want to be back!

It is more convenient to have a car since public transportation is difficult but the kind staff was able to drive us to the station, we are so thankful. Maybe a toilet at the 2nd flr would be better incase you want to pee at night.

It is a very unique, owner lead house with private dorms, a nice and cozy rest/breakfast/dining area. A mixture of European and Japanese Breakfast is served everyday. Dinner on reservation. There are two bathrooms with shower and really hot bathtubs — very relaxing after a long day outside. Everything is very kind and calm and thoughtful. Three are further donkeys in the yard, you can pet and —if you wish— feed together weiter the staff. Just beautiful

Really the only point of criticism are the very few commonly used sanitary facilities. 2 toilets for women, 1 toilet and 1 urinal for men. 2 lockable shower rooms. If the house is fuller, there will certainly be longer waiting times here.

Located 2mins walk down to the lavender farm using the green nature pathway. The staff were all very helpful and friendly. Cleanliness of the room and bathroom was great. Feeding and combing the donkey was an additional delight experience. Overall was a great stay!

Was a 30 mins walk from the JR station to the property. Before the property was an upslope. Suggest to take a cab/taxi if you have luggages. Other than that, everything was really great experience!

I really enjoyed my stay here. It was only for one night on my way to snowboard in Furano. I had hired a car so it was easy for me to get there. It was very peaceful and the scenery was beautiful in winter. The area to eat breakfast was lovely and homely it had a nice feel. The staff were very welcoming and friendly, especially as I speak very little Japanese. The room was very comfortable and clean. I would definitely stay again. There is a cute donkey on the property as well!

Located about 15 mins from Furano - very convenient since we had a car. I liked that it was a quiet place. Loved the breakfast and the coziness of the whole place with the wood stove. The bed and pillows were comfortable. Helpful, friendly hosts. Donkeys! Great onsen nearby at Furano La Terre.

I love the property, the Donkey theme and the staff out there. We reached Naka Furano station late evening and the Property staff were gracious enough to pick us up. The breakfast is must try.

Gorgeous pension with welcoming staff and an amazing breakfast ! The staff were so helpful; they booked restaurants for dinners and found us bikes to cycle round the town on.

Wonderful location - it is very peaceful and the donkey is so cute. The staff was incredibly helpful, the room is comfy and the breakfast delicious. Remember to order lunch in advance if you want to eat there.