Nestled in the 17℃ mountain waters, book a riverside villa

When it comes to summer retreats in Zhejiang, Tonglu offers seclusion, while Qiandao Lake boasts vastness. Yet Jiande has carved its niche with the essence of "coolness": the Xin'an River, carrying the refreshing chill of Qiandao Lake, flows at a constant 17℃, its surface veiled in mist that further cools the senses.

Finding a cozy spot to laze away the days is the ultimate antidote to summer heat. Jiande Country Villas—with their pools, courtyards, riverside villas, and breathtaking sunsets—present an irresistible proposition that beckons immediate departure.

Perched at the confluence of three rivers, this ancient fishing village faces Wulong Mountain, Jiande's highest peak, and enjoys a prime location opposite the historic Yanzhou Ancient Town and the twin pagodas of Nanfeng and Beifeng across the river. This makes the villas not just a place to stay, but a scenic destination to explore.

Jiande Country Villas sit at the intersection of the Xin'an, Fuchun, and Lan Rivers. If Erhai Lake is the soul of Dali, then these three waterways are the lifeblood flowing through Sandu. For centuries, they have nourished this land, fostering a half-mountain, half-water Jiangnan paradise.

Navigate to Jiande Country Villas·Shankai, and you'll find it hidden within a scenic area transformed from a fishing village. Known as the "Nine-Surname Fishing Village," legend has it that its ancestors were deemed "lowly" by Ming and Qing rulers due to historical reasons, forced to live on boats without rights to settle ashore, take imperial exams, farm, or intermarry—restricted solely to fishing or transport.

The village flourished here thanks to the strategic confluence of three rivers. It wasn't until the 1950s that the government resettled these waterborne communities, allowing the Nine-Surname fishermen to finally come ashore.

They still preserve ancestral traditions like water weddings and the "Nine-Surname Nine-Flavors" cuisine. If interested, catch a grand Nine-Surname water wedding at the Sanjiangkou Pier every Sunday at 10:30 AM.

The fishermen's painful past has evolved into a unique cultural heritage, while their once-forced settlement—now blessed with stunning landscapes—has been reborn as a chic resort.

The riverside embankment offers unbroken beauty, with the villas occupying prime unobstructed views. Towering green mountains, rolling river waters, shifting sunlight, and misty rainscapes all unfold before your eyes.

In summer, the spectacular sunsets are the most anticipated "once-in-a-lifetime" moments.

The space here isn't overly polished or luxurious—it's rustic, warm, and comfortable. Like at a friend's or your own home, you can laugh loudly, relax freely, or gaze at the scenery through your window, savoring unconstrained moments. As the sign says, "unrestrained ease" is always the most moving.

Post by Brooklyn Simmons Michael | Jul 9, 2025