A Retro Secret Realm Hidden Among the Pine Forests

Detailed Address:
No. 2, Bamuqiu, Sandu Town, Jiande City, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province

🚗 Transportation Guide:
- High-speed Rail: Depart from Shanghai/Hangzhou, take the high-speed train to Jiande Station (about 2 hours), then taxi or drive for 1 hour to reach the destination (the guesthouse offers pick-up and drop-off by appointment).
- Self-driving: About 2.5 hours from Hangzhou, the mountain road offers stunning scenery but has many curves to watch out for.

🌟 Highlights:
- Retro Old House Design: Preserves elements of the old house with exposed wooden beams, cement walls, and pine furniture, paired with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. Open the window to see pine forests and a sea of clouds, as if living under the moonlight of the Qin era.
- Immersive Nature Experience: Pick seasonal wild fruits, fish in the mountain reservoir, explore streams and play in the water. Summer features a swimming pool and a transparent popular photo-worthy boat.
- Fun Activities: Outdoor lawn movies, pet interactions, indoor board games—perfect for family or friends gatherings.
- Smart Details: TOTO smart toilets, automatic curtains, high-end bedding (Sealy mattresses from the USA), combining rustic charm with comfort.

⛱ Hotel Environment:
- Hidden at an altitude of 700 meters on a mountain peak, surrounded by pine forests and wild cherry blossoms, peaceful like a paradise away from the world.
- 13 themed rooms (such as "Pine Shadow" and "Stargazing"), some with round bathtubs for soaking while stargazing.
- Transparent glass treehouse restaurant serves wild mountain breakfasts (Pujiang wheat cakes and native chicken soup are must-tries), with ingredients sourced locally.

💰 Average Cost:
- Room rates around 1500+ RMB/night (including breakfast for two), lunch/dinner 150 RMB per person (wild dishes like native chicken and stream fish).

📌 Tips:
1. Recommended Seasons: Lush greenery in spring and summer, colorful forests in autumn, cozy by the stove watching snow in winter—suitable all year round.
2. Pet Friendly: Pets allowed with an extra fee.
3. Nearby Attractions: Stop by Meicheng Ancient Town (20 minutes by car) or experience Jiande’s “139 Guesthouse” special tour line (including food, accommodation, and transportation).
4. Booking Notes: Some room types are in high demand; it’s recommended to book 1-2 months in advance. Drive carefully on mountain roads.

This is not just a guesthouse but a healing journey away from the city—pine winds, bright moonlight, mountain smoke, even the air tastes like freedom!

Post by KHLOE BARNETT | Jul 19, 2025

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