A Countryside Retreat in the Peach Blossom Spring – ZhuoYe Cottage in Miaoli

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Network Editorial Team
 

The natural scenery of Sanyi in Miaoli always leaves every visitor feeling refreshed and serene. There are many uniquely styled homestays here, among which “ZhuoYe Cottage,” which combines typhoon-resistant design, nostalgia, and rural charm, surrounded by lush greenery and even offering the chance to see fireflies, attracts many tourists seeking a taste of rare rural life.

The renowned boutique homestay ZhuoYe Cottage is nestled along a pathway shaded by banana leaves. As soon as you enter the resort, the dense groves and rows of wooden buildings make you feel as if you’ve stepped into a time tunnel, arriving at some unnamed mountain village. The homestay owner purchased over 1,800 pyeong of mountain forest and made this place their home. Unlike modern homestays that pursue contemporary aesthetics and fashionable décor, ZhuoYe Cottage takes a step back in time, imitating the single-story bamboo houses commonly seen in Taiwanese rural villages of the 1960s. The resort is designed to recreate the concept of a traditional rural settlement. The cozy and charming barn-like dwellings may have reinforced concrete structures inside, but the window frames, porches, and roofs are all made of wood and bamboo, giving them the authentic look of old farmhouse homes.

The cottage is not only full of character, but its natural surroundings also embody the homestay’s philosophy of living in harmony with nature. It offers organic and healthy meals, and wastewater is filtered using eco-friendly methods. In line with energy-saving principles, fuel is made from construction waste, deadwood, and bamboo segments, and red turtle cakes are steamed over a traditional hearth. Guests can also experience the joy of rural life. Moreover, the design minimizes exposure to strong winds and reduces electricity and gas usage, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in nature.