Taizhou｜A Neglected Hidden Boutique Secret

In Wenling, a treasure land surrounded by mountains and sea, I encountered the most romantic sunrise of my life—staying in Room 201 at La villa en l'île Yile Island B&B. Every morning at 5:30, I was kissed awake by the golden sunlight leaping over the horizon, feeling like the lord of a garden castle! This South French-style castle built on the peak of a sharp mountain hides surprises around every corner🪔

🌅 God's Perspective Viewing Platform
• Located at the highest point of Shitang Town, Room 201 features 270° unbeatable sea view floor-to-ceiling windows, with terraced gardens neatly arranged below. On sunny days, the clouds look like you can reach out and tear a piece off (remember to set your alarm for 5 AM to catch the sunrise; the light will spread along the waves to the foot of your bed)
• Secret photo spot: the cast iron chair on the room’s terrace + backlit silhouette at dusk, photos look like screenshots from the movie "Call Me by Your Name"
• Rush to Qilin Mountain before 5 AM to catch the sunset! A 15-minute walk leads to a popular viewing platform where you can watch fishing boats returning to port, drawing golden lines on the orange sea surface

🏛️ What’s it like to live inside a painting
• The owner brought a South French town into the mountains and sea: dried flowers on a vintage fireplace, bone china cups in a retro cabinet, even the bathroom fragrance is verbena-scented
• Super clever design: arched corridors and green plant walls on the building’s exterior, casually leaning against the wall in a French dress makes for a magazine-worthy shot
• Room details are exquisite! Italian matte shampoo and conditioner sets, 600-thread-count Egyptian cotton sheets perfect for rolling around in

🍽️ Chef-level heartwarming treats
• Woken up by embedded cake in the morning: Taizhou-style glutinous rice wrapped with scrambled eggs and shrimp, paired with homemade osmanthus rice wine balls (remember to reserve a seaside terrace seat)
• Hidden menu: mention you want seafood in advance, and the owner will recommend Linjia Taiwanese cuisine’s new boiled mantis shrimp, the stir-fry sauce is absolutely amazing

🚗 Shitang Exploration Guide
• A 5-minute walk to “Luxury Wilderness” infinity pool, order a Tutu Coffee coconut Americano and soak the afternoon away
• Must-visit route: B&B → Wedding Ring Viewing Platform (20-minute hike) → Colorful Xiaoru Village (15-minute taxi)
• Rainy day bonus: on typhoon days, cozy up in the attic to watch a projector; the owner will gift homemade bayberry wine

⚠️ Key Tips to Highlight
• Room selection secret: 201/301 are the only two “Lord’s Rooms” with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows; book at least one month in advance during peak season
• Transportation: 1.5-hour taxi from Wenzhou Airport, or take the high-speed train to Wenling Station and book the B&B shuttle (fee applies)
• Strong UV rays by the sea! Bring sunscreen spray + straw bag; French-style sun hats are available to borrow at the B&B

Standing on the terrace as the morning mist spreads, I finally understand why the B&B is called "Villa on the Island"—it truly turns the entire coastline into a private garden. Next time, I want to try Room 301 with a heated soaking pool; they say you can see the Milky Way reflected on the sea under the starry sky✨