Liuyang's Hidden Gem! Stay in a Fairy Tale Forest Like Miyazaki’s, This Is the Ultimate Relaxation Experience

Who would have thought! Hidden in Liuyang is a “real-life Miyazaki fairy tale world” — the Daoganchong forest homestay perfectly blends natural wild charm with comfortable living. Whether vacationing with family or gathering with friends, you can unlock an overflowing sense of relaxation and romance here!

🌿 Living in the forest, every second is healing

The homestay is nestled in the embrace of Daoganchong, a Chinese intangible cultural heritage ecological village. Looking around, you see lush greenery everywhere, as if stepping into a fairy tale picture book. Woken by birdsong in the mountains at dawn, opening the window reveals curling smoke from village kitchens, and heavy fruits and vegetables hanging on the ridges — the natural beauty full of everyday life instantly dispels all fatigue.

The rooms here hold the tenderness of old times — mostly converted from old houses, retaining the authentic earthen walls. The mottled textures reveal the passage of time, and every snapshot tells a story. Several wooden cottages are the highlight, with natural wood-colored roofs and staggered eaves hidden among the trees. Sunlight filters through the leaves onto the cabins, making you feel like you’ve stepped into a scene from a Miyazaki animation — romantic and healing.

The most captivating feature is the infinity pool! During the day, it reflects the blue sky and green trees, making every photo a “forest-style masterpiece.” When night falls, it becomes a perfect stargazing spot. Lying by the pool and looking up, the sky is filled with countless stars, their twinkling light transporting you back to childhood summer nights — so romantic you can’t look away.

🎡 Full of fun! Perfect for families and friends to enjoy

This is never just a “place to lie down” homestay; it hides countless joyful activities!

- Friends’ gathering time: Sit around with friends and start a BBQ party. The sizzling aroma of grilled meat over charcoal fills the air, paired with chilled drinks. Chatting and feeling the mountain breeze is pure bliss;
- Fun for kids: Children can immerse themselves in intangible cultural heritage — try ancient papermaking methods by hand and watch the pulp turn into paper; paint their own oil-paper umbrellas, sketching out childhood fun stroke by stroke; explore movable type printing and feel the millennia-old charm of Chinese characters; also experience handmade tea production, from picking to processing tea leaves, unlocking new skills that are both fun and educational;
- Photographer’s paradise: The homestay’s own photography base is stunningly beautiful, with plants freely sprawling, vines twisting, and flowers dotting the scene. Every shot is a forest-style masterpiece. The surrounding mountains and waters serve as natural frames, where every plant and ray of light can be captured as a heart-stirring image.

Post by EllaKoskinen | Oct 27, 2025