Dashuwan Stone Houses

大树湾石屋群

A must-see on the Ring Road, the Dashuwan Stone Houses are a characteristic building of Dongfu Island Mountain.
The stone houses are built along the hillside, forming a patchwork of fishing villages. From a distance, the entire stone village resembles a huge castle, mysterious and solemn. Today, most of the stone houses are abandoned and uninhabited, quietly guarding the seaside.
The unique stone houses built by the sea to withstand typhoons have become the most distinctive attraction of the Dongji Islands. They help fishermen survive typhoon seasons and also bring surprise and admiration to tourists.

Attractions Location: Dongfushan Island, Dongji Island, Dongji Town, Putuo District, Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province

Opening hours:
All day (Monday to Sunday, January 1st - December 31st)

Transportation:
In Zhoushan, you can take bus No. 3, 6, 7, 9, 13, 15, 20, or 29 to Banshengdong Station, and then walk a few minutes to Shenjiamen Banshengdong Wharf, where you can take a boat to Miaozihu Island.
Shenjiamen-Miaozi Lake
The boat departs from Shenjiamen at 8:30 every day and returns at 11:00.
The lower cabin ticket is 100 yuan, the middle cabin ticket is 130 yuan, and the upper cabin ticket is 150 yuan.
Miaozi Lake-Qingbang-Dongfushan
The boat departs from Miaozi Lake at 7:30 and 11:00 every day, and from Dongfushan at 8:30 and 12:00, stopping at Qingbang on the way.
One-way fare: Miaozi Lake - Qingbang 20 yuan, Miaozi Lake - Dongfushan 30 yuan.
After arriving at Higashifukuyama Island, you can walk directly to

Time reference: 1-3 hours


Recommended itinerary for Dashuwan Stone Houses tours

1-Day Itinerary: Dashuwan Stone Houses Exploration

Spend a day exploring the unique stone houses of Dashuwan, enjoying the coastal scenery and local village life.

  • Morning: Arrive at Dashuwan Stone Houses – walk around the village, photograph the historic stone architecture, and enjoy seaside views. (Transport: Taxi or private car from Zhoushan city center, ~1 hour)
  • Afternoon: Stroll along the coastal paths and visit small fishing docks nearby.
  • Evening: Return to Zhoushan city for dinner – enjoy fresh local seafood such as steamed fish, clams, and prawns.

Accommodation/Food: Stay in Zhoushan city hotels or local guesthouses near Dashuwan. Recommended dishes: fresh seafood, stir-fried clams, braised fish.

Souvenirs: Dried seafood, seaweed, handcrafted miniature stone houses, local artwork.


2-Day Itinerary: Stone Houses + Nearby Villages

Two days allow a combination of Dashuwan exploration and visits to nearby fishing villages for cultural immersion.

  • Day 1: Follow 1-day itinerary.
  • Day 2 Morning: Visit Nearby Fishing Villages (~20–30 min taxi) – experience traditional houses, local markets, and village life.
  • Day 2 Afternoon: Optional hike to coastal viewpoints for photography (~1–2 hours).

Accommodation/Food: Stay near Dashuwan or Zhoushan city. Recommended dishes: seafood hotpot, steamed fish, clams, local snacks.

Souvenirs: Dried seafood, seaweed, handcrafted mini stone houses, postcards, local crafts.


3-Day Itinerary: Stone Houses + Villages + Small Islands

Three days allow exploration of Dashuwan, nearby villages, and small islands for a richer coastal experience.

  • Days 1–2: Follow 2-day itinerary.
  • Day 3 Morning: Take a ferry or boat (~30–40 min) to nearby small islands – explore coastal scenery and fishing docks.
  • Day 3 Afternoon: Return to Dashuwan for sunset photography or leisure walk along the shore (~30 min drive).

Accommodation/Food: Stay near Dashuwan or Zhoushan city. Recommended dishes: seafood hotpot, fresh fish, stir-fried shellfish.

Souvenirs: Dried seafood, seaweed, local crafts, miniature stone house souvenirs, scenic postcards.


4-Day Itinerary: Stone Houses + Villages + Islands + Temples

Four days allow a more immersive experience including Dashuwan Stone Houses, villages, small islands, and coastal temples.

  • Days 1–3: Follow 3-day itinerary.
  • Day 4 Morning: Visit Small Coastal Temples (~15–20 min drive) – experience local religious culture.
  • Day 4 Afternoon: Leisure walk along Dashuwan coastline or revisit favorite viewpoints (~1–2 hours).

Accommodation/Food: Stay near Dashuwan or Zhoushan city. Recommended dishes: steamed seafood, clams, fish, local snacks.

Souvenirs: Temple souvenirs, dried seafood, seaweed products, miniature stone houses, postcards.


5-Day Itinerary: Complete Coastal & Cultural Exploration

Five days provide full exploration of Dashuwan Stone Houses, nearby villages, islands, temples, and coastal paths.

  • Days 1–4: Follow 4-day itinerary.
  • Day 5 Morning: Optional revisit to Dashuwan Stone Houses for sunrise or photography (~30 min walk).
  • Day 5 Afternoon: Explore Zhoushan city cultural streets for souvenirs and local snacks (~1 hour taxi).

Accommodation/Food: Stay near Dashuwan or Zhoushan city. Recommended dishes: seafood hotpot, fresh fish, clams, braised seafood dishes.

Souvenirs: Dried seafood, seaweed, handcrafted mini stone houses, local crafts, postcards.


6-Day Itinerary: Stone Houses + Villages + Islands + Temples + Coastal Trails

Six days allow a slow-paced, immersive tour combining nature, culture, and coastal scenery.

  • Days 1–5: Follow 5-day itinerary.
  • Day 6 Morning: Hike along lesser-known coastal trails near Dashuwan (~2 hours).
  • Day 6 Afternoon: Visit small nearby islands or fishing docks (~30–40 min ferry) before returning to accommodation.

Accommodation/Food: Stay near Dashuwan or Zhoushan city. Recommended dishes: local seafood, shellfish, freshwater fish, forest vegetables if available.

Souvenirs: Dried seafood, seaweed, miniature stone houses, temple crafts, postcards, local snacks.


7-Day Itinerary: Full Dashuwan & Surroundings Immersion

A full week allows thorough exploration of Dashuwan Stone Houses, surrounding villages, islands, temples, and coastal scenery.

  • Days 1–6: Follow 6-day itinerary.
  • Day 7 Morning: Optional sunrise visit to Dashuwan Stone Houses (~5–10 min walk) or photography along the coastline.
  • Day 7 Afternoon: Explore Zhoushan city cultural streets and tea markets (~1–1.5 hours taxi) before departure.

Accommodation/Food: Stay near Dashuwan or Zhoushan city. Recommended dishes: seafood hotpot, steamed fish, clams, local snacks, fresh shellfish.

Souvenirs: Dried seafood, seaweed, miniature stone houses, local handicrafts, postcards, temple souvenirs, local snacks.


User Reviews

By TIC Watermelon |

Houses everywhere are covered with plants

Very nice, but time is running out

No one shot

These houses are really cool.

Those huge rocks in the back are pretty cool too

So, don’t you want to go in after seeing this? !

Hahahaha I couldn't help but go in

However, it is not recommended for people to go in alone!

1There's no one around! It's scary

2 There are basements inside and you may accidentally step into the empty space.

3 buildings are considered dangerous buildings

4 I think there are usually homeless people living here

but

The structure inside is very confusing, haha

1. There is a basement (unfortunately I don’t dare go down there)

2 stairs are in the middle of the house and are very small

The doors on the 3rd floor are all very slender and beautiful haha

4 Round windows

I don't know if it's because it's the easternmost

The sun rises early, so it sets early too.

So friends who are playing should remember to leave early

Safety first

By Your city, my famine |

The place where local residents live is very primitive, but very beautiful

By Little Pig Man |

The result of the waves constantly hitting the rocks is a masterpiece of nature.

By Nan Yuxi |

The Dashuwan Stone Houses are a must-see on the Ring Road. They are a unique architectural feature of the East Fukushima Mountains and have a very old feel.

By Dawn Star |

The photos taken are very beautiful and distinctive.

By Thirteenth Section |

The stone houses in Dashuwan have gone through many storms and still stand firm in the torrent of time, guarding a forgotten corner of the island and waiting for old friends to come.

Although the stone house is no longer inhabited, the summer bathing spot is irresistible.

By Shuishui |

This is an uninhabited village with only a large number of stone houses. However, all of them are deserted, leaving only a dead city.

By Hey! goblin |

The Dashuwan Stone House Group is a former village. Later, the villagers moved away and the houses were abandoned. Anyway, the roads on their island are not wide enough for cars and there are no demolition teams. But this place really looks like a combination of the island map and the desert map in PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds. I was suddenly inspired and couldn't hold it back.

By Ann Jing |

The stone house was not uninhabited as others said. In fact, there was an old man living there.

By Classmate Ni Ni |

When we arrived at the Dashuwan Stone Houses, the sun was almost setting, and the soft light effect was at its best, so any photo we took looked great.

By Carrot, you're a Carrot |

The stone houses at Dashuwan are spectacular, representing the places where people used to live. I even saw a puppy and a lamb. The houses are covered in vines, which is truly stunning. It's definitely worth a visit! I recommend walking along the trail after sunrise; it can be a bit spooky if you go after dark. A friendly reminder: there's an area infested with sea cockroaches.

By Walking Stars 🌟 |

They are all ruins made of stones, but no one lives there anymore, so they have become a group of abandoned stone houses covered with ivy.

By Sex |

Those with ample time can take their time to frame the scene, making it a great place for photos. The crudely built shops in the middle of the stone houses are an eyesore, so avoid them. This area of stone houses is now deserted, so you can go inside to capture the view, but be careful.

By Dreamy old girl |

This place is still very beautiful when viewed from a distance. The houses are now covered with ivy, and the ivy is particularly beautiful when photographed. The Dashuwan Stone House and Elephant Trunk Peak can be seen on the road around the island.

By Pine. |

The houses are built along the hillside, forming a patchwork of fishing villages. From a distance, the entire stone house looks like a huge castle, mysterious and solemn. Today, most of the stone houses are abandoned and uninhabited, quietly guarding the seaside.

By Authentic good girl |

It's primitive, quiet, without tourists, quiet and beautiful. If I were alone, I would definitely be scared.

By Palm of Sorrow and Desolation |

Although no one lives there, it still looks very impressive from a distance.

By Ah Hao |

Dongfushan Island is filled with the charm of fishing villages. Dark green fishing nets hang in front of the houses, and every home is built with the island's original stones. Stone houses, stone walls, and flagstone paths create a world of stone. Perhaps to prevent strong winds from blowing away the roof tiles, rows of stones are placed on top of them.

This unique seaside stone house built to withstand typhoons has now become the most distinctive attraction in the Dongji Islands. The stone house helps fishermen survive one typhoon season after another, and also brings surprise and admiration to tourists.

By VVJVV |

The island became popular after the movie "See You Tomorrow". It has beautiful scenery and is suitable for hiking around the island.

By Little Ghost |

The stone houses are built on the cliffs by the sea. The people who used to live on Dongji Island and the army on the island are worth seeing.

By Miss Jia is on the way |

I didn't feel anything when I was traveling around the island, but I was a little shocked when I climbed up to a high place and looked down.

By It's Awen |

It was already evening when we arrived here on foot. These houses are probably a history of the development of Dongfushan. As a scenic spot in Dongfushan, it is recommended to experience it. It is not far from the pier.

By 👦Freedom_EVZ ⭐️ |

Must recommend, it's worth it after a long walk

By Sunny day little G♊︎ |

A major feature of Dongfushan Island, a must-see on the island hiking route

By Orangeらmm |

This is a good place to take pictures and cool off. There is also a beautiful beach behind it.

By Wong✌️ |

It is a must-go place on the road around the island. It should be accessible by fishing boat. There is a small beach below where tourists rent boats to play in the water.

By Halo_Gu Bei |

The wall covered with ivy looks desolate

By Niu Niu |

By the time we reached the Dashuwan Stone Houses, the sun had already set low in the sky. The fog was so thick above the sea that it seemed the sun was about to disappear.

By Cat taking a walk |

The Dashuwan Stone Houses are located on Dongfu Island. They are a group of stone houses that were once inhabited by the island residents. Now they are abandoned. Green vines are growing all over these houses, forming a beautiful landscape that is very suitable for taking fresh photos.

By Sea breeze boat |

The Dashuwan Stone House is located in a bay northeast of Dongfu Mountain. Built entirely of stone, it overlooks a meteorite waterfall. It's largely deserted, though a few guesthouses operate during peak season.

By doris |

The scenery and sea around the island are the most beautiful

By The Catcher in the Rye |

It's very unique. I heard that this was a village before.

By fox |

The abandoned tree houses covered with moss are very local.

By Han Fei Home |

Approaching these scattered stone houses, I discovered that most of them were abandoned, creating a solemn and awe-inspiring atmosphere. I imagine these stone houses were built to withstand the constant strong winds from the sea. At this moment, the view is filled with the vicissitudes of history.

By Light |

The stone houses are also hidden in this area. The grandeur of the ruins reborn is tinged with sadness. This is the scenery. Here I have to complain about the mineral water bottles. They are almost piled up like a mountain. Is there anyone who can clean them up?!

The bay under the stone houses is very beautiful, a pleasing blue. Tourists are taking their children to play in the water. Behind them are deserted houses that have been abandoned for a long time. The overall picture is surprisingly harmonious.

By Shibazi really |

The old stone houses were once home to people who lived here decades ago. It's a large bay entrance, and the stone houses are well-preserved, showing little damage over the years. They're said to be typhoon-resistant. Swimming is possible in the summer at the bay entrance, and I saw swimsuits for sale, but now it's filled with garbage in the winter.

By King of the World |

Let me explain this key point. I first saw it from a distance on a fishing boat. The scenery was very beautiful, and there were children playing in the water. Then I decided to go ashore and walk to see this spot. The pier can be reached in 30 minutes, and the scenery along the way is nice.

By M~M |

I went around Dongfu Mountain and it was beyond my expectation. I thought it was great. The stone houses in Dashuwan retain a lot of natural atmosphere, and the creeping ivy is all over the house.

By Zhang Xiaozhier |

The Big Tree House is a place I've been wanting to visit since I read the guide. After breakfast on Dongfushan Island, I was eager to quickly reach that popular destination. Aside from the annoying mosquitoes, everything was great. I loved taking photos with that backdrop. I love places with a retro feel, especially since they've built a small beach near the Big Tree House. It's fun, and we enjoyed playing in the water there too. It's a beautiful view. Recommended!

By MsRudy |

The stone house is the closest attraction to the residence and is very distinctive. If you don’t want to walk around the island for most of the day, you can walk here and stay for a while everywhere along the way. Any beauty must be felt and experienced by someone.

By Dai-Egg |

It has been abandoned for a long time. The whole house is full of leaves and next to the sea, it looks very beautiful.

By Split Gemini daughter Cheng Cheng |

The unique buildings on Dongji Island are the old houses left behind by the former residents. There is a strong sense of mystery and inexplicable sadness. You don't know why they left, just like you don't know this is the end.

By The dream of 318 is on the way |

The Dashuwan Stone Houses, located on the east side of Dongfushan Island, are among the island's more primitive dwellings and a famous attraction.

By brave heart |

On the mountain road around Dongfushan Island, there is a large area of abandoned stone houses. The locals have moved to the main island, and only one or two families are left.

By yoli |

Abandoned houses. A bit of a run-down feeling.

By Jago |

Most of the good photos of Dongji Island are taken at the Dashuwan Stone House in Dongfushan.

By orange |

The stone houses at Dashuwan are arranged in a staggered pattern, following the slope of the mountain and using the rocks as a backdrop. It's a pity that the ancient people have departed by ship, leaving only the stone houses.

By " href="/u/59396892.html" target="_blank">֪Knowing the Autumn Leaf |

The stone house complex is very impressive. You can imagine the life of the fishermen who lived here in the past. They all lived in rooms with unbeatable sea views.

By c Robin Hood |

It was a sunny day and I forgot to bring sunscreen. Sun protection is very important. At the same time, I want to say that the scenery is more impactful under the strong sunlight.

By early summer |

The most beautiful section of the eastern route. There's a beach where you can go down and experience the water. The rocks were swarming with insects, so trypophobics should be careful. They scatter so quickly wherever people approach, I couldn't get a photo. Later, after arriving at Miaozi Lake and searching on Baidu, I learned they're called sea cockroaches, which have two other names. Even more disgusting, hahaha, but they're not as annoying as cockroaches.

By Two people looking at the world |

The houses where the original islanders lived are now mostly abandoned. They are all stone buildings, very unique and worth seeing.

By Jackie |

Cross the mountains and ridges to see Dashuwan, it looks very spectacular from a distance

By Yixue |

One of the most surprising sights I saw while traveling around the island... Although it took us 5 hours to travel around the island, I was still amazed by the amount of scenery I saw.

By Sam--Waiter for a while |

Look at the picture above and see how beautiful it is! It’s worth a visit! It’s so beautiful!

By Niu Niu |

It's about a 30-minute walk from the inn to this point, and you'll find yourself in a vast world of stone, known as the Dashuwan Stone Houses. This is arguably the easternmost village on Dongfushan Island, and even the easternmost village in mainland China.

Since daily access is limited to small fishing boats or, as we did, walking along the mountain trails, the area is now largely deserted. It's said that only two elderly families remain. The coastline between the stone houses is relatively flat, with signs indicating that it's a good place to go in the water.

There are several large buckets on the stone roof of a house on the shore, which can be used by tourists to shower and wash after playing in the water, but of course they need to pay.

In front of the room, a small square table stood with a cup on each side. Two middle-aged men sat comfortably on reclining chairs, occasionally stirring their coffee with a spoon. Behind them, on the stone wall, a piece of cardboard was scribbled with the words: "Authentic Italian Freshly Ground Coffee."

The stone houses are built along the sunny side of the coastal indentation, and they look spectacular when viewed from the shade.

By Piglet 1995~ |

It's worth a visit. You can see the houses where people used to live on the island. They look very spectacular from a distance. The houses are covered with ivy. You can also swim here. The water is very clean and the sound of it hitting the rocks on the shore is very pleasant. I also caught a lot of small crabs and accidentally found a sea urchin.

By Flowing Wind |

After breakfast, we continued our island tour. The weather was perfect, but the sun was already blazing hot at 7 or 8 a.m., burning our skin. But the sun was well worth it. The sea in the distance was a vibrant turquoise (the day was sometimes cloudy, sometimes sunny, with the clear days skewed towards blue, more often towards green). Feeling the sea breeze made us want to get close to the ocean. We had a blast playing in the water, surfing, catching crabs, and taking photos.

By Rebecca |

This is the only place where you can play in the water. There are a lot of mosquitoes, but you can see many old houses where the original residents lived.

By laugh |

I remember sitting by the stone house, thinking quietly.

By Two taels |

A deserted village, but the scenery is okay

By Walking snail |

There is no water store after the Dashuwan Stone House!!! You have to go all the way to Baiyun Temple to get water.

By Juntian |

The Dashuwan Stone House Group is located in a bay northwest of Dongfushan. The stone houses are built on the hillside and connected together to form a well-arranged fishing village. From a distance, the whole group of stone houses looks like a huge castle, mysterious and solemn. The stone houses here have been abandoned and no one lives in them, so the stone houses quietly guard the ancient style of the seaside, forming a beautiful island landscape.

By My childhood |

About 30 minutes later, we arrived at the Dashuwan Stone Houses, a village of stone houses built by people who had been evacuated. It's a unique and charming stone world, a wonder to behold at the intriguing human existence.

By heilla |

It is so beautiful that photos cannot describe the most worthwhile place to visit.

By Tanya's C Kitchen |

The stone house in the big tree hole is quite spectacular. The scenery is very beautiful.

There are really very few people.

By Butterflies Flying |

The stone houses are very distinctive and look simple and quaint, but most of them are empty and beautiful.

By Huaijin |

This scenic spot is relatively close to the First Dawn Viewing Point. The scenery is beautiful and various vines are climbing all over the walls of the houses.

By Liu Lang Earth |

The stone houses in Dashuwan are now mostly deserted. The scenery is average, but it is a must-see on the island tour.

By Fish a Yu |

The place where the residents of Dongfushan Island used to live is now only inhabited by an elderly man (as of April 27, 2015). It has now become an abandoned village with mottled stone houses that have a sense of history.

By Travel, travel, travel |

The scenery is really unique, with uninhabited stone houses facing the sea.

By Forest of Fireflies |

The houses on Dashuwan Island are all made of the original stones on the island. They are very strong and can withstand typhoons. They look very spectacular.

By The fairy dad is walking his baby |

The Dashuwan Stone Houses are perhaps the most striking feature of Dongfudaoshan. Dashuwan might be the name of the bay, as the houses here are all built of stone. Perhaps due to its distance from the pier and the convenience of living, the houses are now largely deserted, with only two or three houses visible and the occasional barking of dogs. It's not just Dashuwan; many ancient villages are disappearing step by step.

By YY Teaching-Hey Hey Hey |

Walking along the main road of Dongfu Island, you can see these stone houses abandoned on the roadside. The traces of life have been taken away by the sea breeze. It would be quite creepy to walk here in the middle of the night.

By Hayley |

It is estimated that it was built a long time ago and there are still people living there. The island is still relatively primitive. It feels particularly good. I hope this primitive feeling will not be destroyed.

By Sky Captain |

It is more beautiful when it is full of green plants in summer. Some of the ancient houses that existed in the Ming and Qing Dynasties have collapsed. What a pity.


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