Xiangshan Hanshe | A Warm and Healing Homestay Hidden on an Island

📍 Dongmen Island, Xiangshan · Hanshe · 「Why We Recommend」 🌊 The sea is right at your doorstep, with endless blue waves greeting you 🏡 Wild-charm courtyard + humanistic warmth to heal urban stress 🍤 Freshly caught seafood feast + authentic fisherman-style breakfast 🚤 Go fishing on a boat / Cycle around the island to unlock local island experiences ✦ Location Nestled on Dongmen Island in Xiangshan Backed by green mountains, facing the East China Sea Wake to the sound of waves in the morning, sleep under the glow of sunset in the evening The sea breeze carries the rustic charm of the fishing village Offering a "no-rush" spiritual harbor for city dwellers ✦ Design The courtyard follows the "natural growth" philosophy Flowers and plants sown by the hostess grow freely No rigid trimming, only seasonal surprises The terrace seamlessly connects to the rocky beach With rattan chairs and tables, it becomes a natural "sea-and-sky" living room 7 uniquely styled rooms indoors Wooden furniture paired with linen bedding, warm pendant lights creating a cozy ambiance Open the window to see the sea meeting the sky, close your eyes to smell the fragrance of plants ✦ Cuisine Breakfast is the hostess’s "heartfelt mystery box" Soft rice buns, eyebrow-raisingly fresh seafood noodles, freshly ground coffee Ingredients sourced from local fishermen, unpretentious yet full of rustic flavor Lunch and dinner can be customized as seafood feasts The host buys freshly caught shrimp and crabs from the dock every morning Cooked by the hostess into local dishes like "soy-braised seafood" and "stir-fried rice cakes with crab" You can also bring your own ingredients for a "island-style picnic" in the homestay kitchen ✦ Experiences ・Seaside slow living: Sip tea on the terrace, swing in the courtyard, stroll along the beach collecting shells ・Authentic fishing experience: Join a fishing trip and turn your catch into a "trophy lunch" ・Cultural exploration: Participate in island sea rituals, listen to the host’s fishing village stories, learn to make "food rolls" with the hostess ・Family-friendly activities: Children’s sand tools provided for beachcombing and observing fishermen mending nets ✦ Amenities ・7 rooms, each with private bathroom, 24-hour hot water, AC, and TV ・Common areas include a tea room, game room, study, and laundry ・Complimentary welcome fruit and breakfast; lunch/dinner available upon reservation ・Parking space in front; 3-hour drive from Shanghai, 1.5-hour drive from Ningbo Here, time seems to slow down with the sea breeze — No need to rush to attractions or fuss over appearances Just sit on the terrace and watch the clouds drift by Let "slowing down" be the true essence of your vacation 🌿