Highly recommended Tonglu homestay! I can't praise it enough! It's just so, so, so comfortable!

At the end of February, I took a self-driving trip to Tonglu for a weekend. The popular homestays were quite expensive, and I didn't really like the room design and amenities from the pictures online. I stumbled upon Xiangxiang Luts on Ctrip. I was worried about the few reviews and potentially making a bad choice, but it turned out to be an unfounded concern, as it completely exceeded my expectations! I booked the No.1 Courtyard Scenic Suite, which had an unbeatable view. The floor-to-ceiling windows faced the Fuchun River, which was incredibly healing. The homestay is nestled in the mountains by the river. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery right from the balcony. The bedding is comfortable, with heated toilet seats, and complete toiletries... The overall decoration of the homestay is not superficial like those internet-famous homestays; you can feel the thoughtfulness in the details and the attitude rooted in the mountainous lifestyle. The homestay has its own cafe, which is also open to the public. When the weather is nice, you can sunbathe on the cafe's terrace. The lady of the house prepares Basque cakes for sale the next day after closing each night. Before going to bed, as I went upstairs to my room, I could smell the delicious scent of the cakes wafting through the air, making me feel warm and happy. Early to bed, early to rise for breakfast. The breakfast is different every day. There are Tonglu specialty pastries, scallion oil noodles, fish ball soup, soy milk, milk... The daily combinations are very thoughtful. Lunch and dinner also offer a wide variety. There are homegrown bean sprouts, fragrant pork, fresh bamboo shoots... A mix of meat and vegetables, and every meal comes with a full bowl of fragrant rice. The restaurant also sells white wine, red wine, sparkling wine, etc. Even in the mountains, you can enjoy a quality life. The homestay also sells local mountain products, which make great gifts for family and friends. Next to the homestay, there's also a snack shop. If you're lucky, you might meet the homestay's own little cats. Seeing their round bellies, you know the food at the homestay is good. The homestay provides butler service. If you have any problems, you can communicate with the butler for a solution. The staff are very friendly, solving problems quickly and patiently. You can also drink tea and rest in the comfortable chairs in the lobby of Courtyard No.3. You can also go to the homestay's own pier, enjoy the breeze, read a book, and enjoy some quiet relaxation time. The homestay cooperates with the surrounding village farms, and there are related posters in the store. An additional gain was using the acca white moss shampoo provided by the homestay, which made my hair so fluffy! I placed an order online before even checking out. Nestled in the mountains, are the nights filled with deep dreams...