Little Forest Guesthouse

The B&B's location is fantastic, right across from the lower dock of Shenxi Rafting. You can just walk there, and after rafting, head straight back to shower. The courtyard has a drying rack for clothes, which is super convenient. The room was clean and tidy, with a beautiful view outside the window. For breakfast, they had congee, buns, and bread – definitely enough to fill you up. The owner was very friendly and even helped with our luggage. We had a really enjoyable trip.

Let's start with the downsides: I haven't seen anyone mention this in reviews, but it's not quiet and can be noisy. There's a pump house right outside the entrance, which is a source of noise at night. The hotel is located on a small road, and even though there aren't many cars, they tend to drive quite fast, so you need to be careful. Next to the main entrance, there's another guesthouse under construction, which will likely add to the noise. Also, Xiaosenlin isn't a standalone property; there's another guesthouse called 'Shanxia Xiaozhu' still under construction within the same compound. I think the guesthouse should have mentioned this; I specifically came during the off-season hoping for a peaceful place to stay with my dog. Most reviews mention it's convenient for rafting in the summer. The room itself has some issues: the floor is uneven, the furnishings are a bit old and not well-maintained, and it's a bit damp. The showerhead provides a fine spray, but the water pressure is weak. There are quite a few mosquitoes, especially if you open the door – they'll all fly in. You need to keep the lights off inside to avoid them. The refrigerator door opens in an awkward direction and is placed in the corner of the sink area, causing the door to hit the mirror cabinet next to it. The staff who checked us in didn't even plug it in; the owner had to come and plug it in herself. The power outlets are also very hard to find and plug into. Now for the positives: The overall layout has a very 'small forest' feel, with well-arranged spaces. The glass cafe on the second floor is very elegant and nature-themed, probably the one featured on Ctrip's homepage. The terrace on the second floor offers a nice view. There's a large, very gentle and cute Labrador. Surprisingly, there's a refrigerator, which many guesthouses lack. The switch for the fan/AC was a bit hard to find, and when the remote control ran out of batteries, the owner quickly replaced them. She also recommended a fantastic noodle place in the nearby town and a quiet walking trail along the river, which is almost car-free and about 4km long, winding through streams, bamboo forests, and tea plantations. Overall, the value for money is quite good, especially when traveling with a dog. The fact that they didn't charge an extra cleaning fee for the dog was a really nice touch.

This Anji Little Forest B&B is perfect for travelers with furry friends! They don't charge a deposit or a pet cleaning fee. The owner has a Labrador named Koala 🐨, who's a really gentle big brother and played happily with our dog. The courtyard is surrounded by bamboo, and the air is incredibly fresh. If the sun were to shine through the leaves, the whole atmosphere would be so relaxing. Unfortunately, it rained when we were there, so we got to listen to the rain falling on the bamboo. Our room had a terrace and an outdoor bathtub 🛁, which I would have definitely used if the weather hadn't been so cold. The owner is very easygoing and pet-friendly; our dog had an absolute blast. When traveling with a dog, I always prioritize B&Bs run by fellow dog owners – if you know, you know. The surrounding attractions are all pretty close and easily accessible by car. The best part is the bamboo chicken stew here in Anji – it's incredibly fragrant and delicious in every bite! You can search Gaode Maps for local restaurants that locals frequent. I'll definitely come back next time! We also went to a paragliding base cafe on the hillside, but things were a bit pricey, and the view wasn't great due to the rain. Hopefully, I'll have a chance to come back in the summer to enjoy some water activities.

The room was very spacious, and I really appreciated the disposable bath and hand towels. The owner was super nice, and I'd definitely stay here again next time.