1-Hour Getaway from Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai! The Ultimate Free Water Play Spot "Zaoxi Village" Tested Guide
by Andrew
Rivera | Jul 7, 2025
🏞️Zhuji|A hidden hotel surrounded by 1,500 acres of wilderness! Family hiking + DIY baking is so addictive!
🍃Escape the city plan accomplished! Discovered this magical hotel in Zhuji, with a window view full of greenery~
📍Address: Yaoshun Valley Resort, Zhuji City, Shaoxing
🚗Travel tip: Self-driving recommended (about 1.5h from Hangzhou), the hotel has free parking
🌿Must-try activities:
1️⃣ Wilderness hiking
Exclusive mountain trail of the hotel! A super friendly 2km route, easy to complete even with kids. You’ll encounter many wild chestnut trees along the way, perfect for a family chestnut picking experience!
2️⃣ Family baking workshop
DIY bread oven open every afternoon! The instructor will teach traditional kiln-baked bread step by step, kids will have so much fun they won’t want to leave~ (Book your time slot in advance at the front desk)
3️⃣ Infinity pool check-in
A transparent pool hidden in the bamboo forest! Remember to bring your swimsuit for Instagram-worthy shots, the sunset view in the evening is amazing
🍽️Food highlights:
· Must-try Yaoshun Valley seasonal wild vegetable feast
· Freshly baked bread with hand-poured coffee set
· Hidden menu: wild chestnuts cooked in mountain spring water
⚠️Notes:
· Large temperature difference in the mountains, remember to bring a jacket
· Baking activities require booking 1 day in advance
· Trails will be temporarily closed on rainy days
Post by BRADLEY BECKER | Oct 1, 2025


















