【Stay at a Homestay on Tuesday】

Walking up the narrow stone staircase, a golden four-faced Buddha comes into view. The bold and vibrant orange is the main color scheme of VILLA115, setting it apart from Japanese or Chinese-style homestays by bringing a lively Southeast Asian vibe to the mountainside of Jiufen. The living room features rattan chairs and installation art, while carefully curated music plays from the speakers at the bar, making you feel as if you’ve truly arrived on a Southeast Asian island. The owner has utilized the space under the stairs to place a Western-style heater. At first glance, it may seem a bit out of place, but it gives the area its own unique character, often drawing smiles from guests. Many assume it’s just for decoration, but the owner explains that during cold snaps, charcoal is burned inside for radiant heat circulation.

 

VILLA115 expresses its philosophy on life through simple design and uses colors to distinguish its rooms: the green room features floral table lamps and leaf-like shell lamps, resembling a forest from a fairy tale; the red room combines fiery red hues with iron-framed furniture for a passionate yet cozy vibe; the elegant purple room is a dreamy favorite among girls; and the visually cooling blue room offers the sensation of lounging on a VILLA115 beach, creating an incredibly refreshing atmosphere.

Beyond the Southeast Asian-inspired design, even the breakfast carries a taste of the region—toast spread with authentic buttery spreads, Western-style scrambled eggs sprinkled with zesty Southeast Asian spices, and drinks that aren’t coffee but rather sweet, creamy, and milky Teh Tarik, marking a fresh new chapter in your journey.