White House Miyakojima | A Large Whole-House Villa for Groups (Irabu, Miyako)

White House Miyakojima is a large whole-house villa standing in the Kuninaka village in the centre of Irabu Island. Boasting a size of 10 bedrooms, two storeys and about 400 square metres (about 4,300 sq ft) of floor area, it can accommodate up to 28 guests with 8 beds and 20 futons. With a kitchen, washing machine, free Wi-Fi and two separate bathrooms, it is fitted for group trips, club camps and corporate training trips. With good access from Miyako Shimojishima Airport, and with a car it is an easy location to head to popular spots such as Toguchi-no-Hama, Sawada Beach and 17END. Check-in is 15:00 to 21:00, operated by Palm Resorts. It is a whole-house-type stay welcome for a trip where you want to fully enjoy island time at leisure in a large group. Please confirm rates and availability on the official site or booking sites.

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Basic Information

Location (Island)Irabu Island
AddressAza Kuninaka 432, Irabu, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Hours / Opening timeCheck-in 15:00 to 21:00 / check-out around 10:00 (varies by booking site). Inquiry reception 9:00 to 21:00
ClosedNone (year-round; by booking status)
FeeWhole-house rental (up to 28 per house). As the rate varies by season, number and booking site, confirm on the official site or booking sites
ParkingAvailable, free (self-parking on the grounds)
ContactTEL: 050-2018-7883 (reception 9:00 to 21:00) / https://www.palm-resorts.com/whitehouse

Visiting tips & what to bring

Being a whole-house rental, confirming the place and time (15:00 to 21:00) for check-in procedures in advance is reassuring. Located within the village with some distance to the beaches, a hire car is convenient for sightseeing and beach-hopping. When enjoying self-catering or barbecue in a large group, procure ingredients on the main-island Miyakojima side or at island supermarkets (such as Kuninaka Shoten and Nakayukui Shoten). As some sections have few streetlights at night, drive with care.

For families with small children

Sleeping up to 28 with many futons and handling infant co-sleeping, this large whole-house rental suits large-group trips with children, such as three generations or mum-friend groups. With a kitchen and washing machine, the ease of self-catering and laundry even with a baby is reassuring too. However, there is no pool or play equipment, and being within the village, beach play presumes travel by car.

FAQ

Q.How many can stay?

A.A 10-bedroom, about 400-square-metre whole-house rental with 8 beds and 20 futons, sleeping up to 28. Infant co-sleeping is handled for up to 8.

Q.What is the check-in time and place?

A.Check-in is 15:00 to 21:00. As the procedure place may differ from the site, confirming with the operator (050-2018-7883) after booking is reassuring.

Q.Is there parking?

A.Available and free. There is self-parking on the grounds, convenient for visiting by hire car.

Q.What is access to nearby sightseeing spots?

A.In Kuninaka in central Irabu Island, you can head to Toguchi-no-Hama, Sawada Beach and Shimojishimas 17END in around 20 minutes by car. It is also close to Miyako Shimojishima Airport.

Q.Can you self-cater?

A.It has a kitchen, so self-catering is possible. Ingredients can be bought at island shops such as Kuninaka Shoten and Nakayukui Shoten, or at supermarkets on the main-island Miyakojima side.