Hangzhou Qiushui Villa | Stay in the Poetic Landscape of a Republic-era Garden

This year's first stop is reserved for Qiushui Villa by West Lake—where the silhouette of Baoshi Mountain greets you through the window, the glimmering lake lies below, and even the breeze carries a soothing touch.

Once the "Beloved by the Waterside" villa built by Shi Liangcai for his wife Shen Qiushui, this romantic Republic-era retreat hosted luminaries like Eileen Chang, Xu Zhimo, and Hu Shi. Each of its 8 lakeside suites tells a story: "Rose Romance" immerses you in old Shanghai from *Red Rose and White Rose*, with vinyl records and velvet couches whispering of bygone dreams; "Cambridge Love" channels Xu Zhimo’s poetry, while "Evening Serenity" reflects Li Shutong’s Zen philosophy... Every room unfolds like a book, with themed details even in coffee cups and bookmarks.

The garden is pure magic! Rockeries, winding streams—it’s a living replica of *Dream of the Red Chamber*’s Yihong Courtyard, exclusive to guests. Sit on stone benches listening to trickling springs, gaze at West Lake’s mountain reflections, and let your breath slow into poetry.

Rooms blend minimalist Republic-era elegance with discreet luxury—German Dornbracht faucets, Swiss Laufen baths, and Dyson hairdryers make lounging irresistible. The rooftop infinity pool steals the show: water-drop ceiling design merges with the lake through floor-to-ceiling windows, inviting you to float under drifting clouds—this is vacation perfected.

Skip the West Lake crowds! Tucked along Beishan Road, Qiushui Villa offers lake views at every turn, with air thick with history. This summer, step into the shoes of a Republic-era aristocrat.

(Address: No. 38 Beishan Road, Qiushui Villa)

Post by _TI***e3 | Jun 12, 2025