Xiaodong River Morning Mist Must-Visit
by Chloe567_Ward
Aug 23, 2025
Driving through winding mountain paths, when the wind turbines appear faintly along the ridge, you know—you’ve arrived at the “hidden retreat” in Yangtian Lake.
🌳 The healing feeling of staying in a “forest capsule”
The moment you open the door to the homestay, you’re amazed by the greenery through the full-length window! Bamboo groves and cedar trees cover the hills right outside, and when the wind blows, the leaves rustle like waves. Lying in bed feels like being embraced by nature🌿.
The room is decorated in a minimalist wabi-sabi style, with cotton and linen bedding, solid wood furniture, and small green potted plants in the corners, all exuding a relaxed vibe that invites you to “slow down.” The bathroom features black and gray stone with smart fixtures, allowing you to enjoy a refined ritual even in the wilderness~
🎐 The “slow time script” inside the homestay
I originally thought I was just finding a place to stay, but here I unlocked many mountain and forest activities:
- Floral crafts: Choose a blue-and-white porcelain pot from the wooden shelf, add some succulents, and personally arrange your own little mountain scene🌵;
- The resonance of tea and calligraphy: Sitting around the wooden table with my bestie, she grinds ink and writes calligraphy while I brew tea and savor the aroma. Sunlight streams through the wooden-framed window, making time feel gentle;
- Listening to the wind and watching the clouds: Sitting in the room’s leisure corner with a cup of local tea, watching the distant wind turbines turn slowly, daydreaming all afternoon without getting bored.
🌄 The “mountain and forest surprises” just outside the homestay
The homestay itself is hidden in the scenery, and every step around it is healing:
- Waking up to birdsong in the early morning, standing on the balcony to catch the golden light of sunrise, dyeing the entire village warm yellow;
- Walking up the path into the “territory” of the wind turbines, with blue sky and green trees framing the white turbines—every snapshot looks like an Instagram masterpiece;
- Wandering aimlessly through the forest, bamboo groves, cedar trees, and unknown wildflowers... every breath is a celebration of negative ions.
🏡 A “heartfelt summary” about this homestay
If you want to find a place to “recharge” outside the city, this place is truly recommended:
- Perfect for nature lovers and those seeking niche experiences, far from crowds, enjoying the tranquility of the mountains and forests;
- The homestay host is very thoughtful, sharing hidden spots around Yangtian Lake and offering local specialty home-cooked dishes;
- Whether you come alone to relax or with friends and family for a small gathering, you can find your own “mountain and forest rhythm.”
Next time you come to Yangtian Lake, don’t just dive into the crowds~ Staying in this mountain forest homestay and living life like poetry is the right way to experience Yangtian Lake~
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