It feels like stepping into one of Europe’s top five must-visit European-style manors for a memorable stay.

By MOOK Travel Editorial Team

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the desire to stay in unique, exotic homestays, with more and more people seeking the charm of European-style architecture. In fact, Taiwan is home to many European-style manors and countryside-themed guesthouses. Here, we’ll introduce five dreamlike castles and Dutch windmills in Taiwan, allowing you to experience a European aristocratic

1. Yilan – A Little English Castle
The owner of the castle fell in love with Europe through traveling, which sparked the dream of owning a castle. The furniture, bedding, and more were personally imported and selected by the owner from Europe.

2. Yilan – Liangxian Muting Manor
Located in the fields of Jiaoxi, this Dutch-style windmill castle stands out. Each room in the inn is themed after one of the twelve zodiac signs, with most roofs made of red brick tiles. The surrounding rice fields change scenery with the seasons—lush greenery in spring and summer, and crimson maple leaves in autumn. The homestay also offers a barbecue area, family game room, foot soaking zone, and a small play area.

3. Tainan – Zoumalai Farm European-Style Lodge
Operated wholeheartedly by the Tainan City Farmers' Association, Zoumalai Farm is a leisure farm surrounded on three sides by the Tsengwen River and embraced by branches of the Alishan Mountain Range, forming a tranquil paradise. The farm offers a wide variety of services including dining and accommodation, camping, gatherings, agricultural experiences, eco-guided tours, and environmental education—making it an ideal destination for families and friends.

4. Nantou – Provence Manor
Located near Qingjing Farm, Provence Manor boasts a romantic perfume rose garden, bright yellow mountain villas, and classic British Tudor-style rural buildings, all quietly nestled within a grove of tall, lush metasequoia trees. It provides a private, comfortable, and luxurious holiday space.