A secluded courtyard in the mountains and bamboo forests
by Lucas74 Ward_
Jan 7, 2025
The designer of the Maolin Xiuzhu Homestay has preserved the original undulating topography, allowing the building to grow naturally from the land. The most commendable thing is the "bamboo element" that runs through the homestay — bamboo-woven lamps project warm spots of light, bamboo furniture exudes a natural fragrance, and even the door numbers are engraved on bamboo slips.
All guest rooms have 180-degree panoramic views, and the built-in bathtub faces the distant mountains, making bathing feel like being in a natural painting. All rooms are made of natural materials: linen bedding, handmade pottery, and solid wood furniture, and even the toiletries are a custom bamboo charcoal series. The smart home system coexists harmoniously with the rustic style, and the floor heating system makes the cold winter as warm as spring.
The restaurant especially recommends the "All Bamboo Feast": the bamboo rice exudes a faint fragrance, the fresh bamboo shoots and chicken soup are clear in color, and even the desserts are ingeniously made of bamboo honey and osmanthus jelly. Breakfast includes freshly baked whole-grain bread, honeycomb honey, and freshly squeezed goat milk.
In addition to the standard hot spring pool and bamboo forest SPA, the homestay also offers a number of special experiences: the "Bamboo Forest Tai Chi" in the morning is led by a professional instructor to stretch your body and mind on the terrace; the "Bamboo Art Workshop" allows you to learn how to make bamboo lamps or bamboo-woven crafts.
Maolin Xiuzhu Homestay is telling a beautiful story about nature and the essence of life in its own unique way. This is not just a place to rest your feet, but an ecological aesthetic practice that awakens the senses.
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