It’s simply a fairyland!/ Taiwan’s top three high-mountain farms surrounded by sea of clouds

Reported by Yu Jiayun / Comprehensive Report

Want to see the ocean? You don’t have to head to the coast — you can witness the surging sea of clouds on a high mountain too!/ From an elevated vantage point on these high-altitude farms, watch as mist slowly gathers into a magnificent sea of clouds, enveloping the mountain feet, mid-slopes, and even the peaks, seemingly taking all your worries away./ This article introduces three high-mountain farms located in Hsinchu, Taichung, and Miaoli that not only offer meals and accommodation but are also perfect spots to admire the sea of clouds.

▲The Mountain Home tucked away in Hsinchu’s deep mountains. (Photo / fromthe Mountain Home Forest Farm fan page)

Hsinchu Mountain Home Forest Farm

Nestled in the Goose Helmet Mountain of Hsinchu’s Wufeng Township, Mountain Home is not only remotely located but also famously hard to reach — but once you arrive, you’ll find it’s absolutely worth it!/ From Mountain Home, 360-degree views reveal continuous mountain ranges, with breathtakingly emerald scenery that looks like a painting!/ The drifting sea of clouds surges through the valleys, stunningly beautiful from day to dusk.

▲The homestay is surrounded by cherry blossoms, offering a bird’s-eye view like a fairyland. (Photo / fromthe Mountain Home Forest Farm fan page)

▲In winter, when covered in snow, it resembles a cottage from a fairy tale. (Photo / fromthe Mountain Home Forest Farm fan page)

Mountain Home
No. 5, Lane 468, No. 23, Daxia Village, Wufeng Township, Hsinchu County
(03)585-1376

Taichung RuoYin Farm

Located on the Daxue Mountain, RuoYin Farm is a must-visit spot for photography enthusiasts, offering exceptional panoramic mountain views with over 270-degree visibility stretching from Nantou and Changhua to Taichung Harbor and Sanyi, showcasing the beautiful sceneries of Shigang Reservoir and Dongshi Forest Farm./ Sit in the open-air dining area and feel the mountain mist gently rolling in from the base of the mountain, as if you're standing above the clouds — the dreamy atmosphere is simply otherworldly!/

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RuoYin Farm
No. 2-12, Zhongkeng Lane, Zhongkeng Road, Zhongkeng Li, Heping District, Taichung City
(04)2597-1218

Miaoli Orchid Leaf Homestay Farm

Located at a high altitude of 1,250 meters with exceptional views, this spot is close to the trailhead of Mount Jiali, making it a popular resting place for many avid hikers every year./ In addition to meals and accommodation, there is also an ecologically cultivated area meticulously maintained by the farm owner./ Summers here are cool both morning and night, making it a great place to enjoy meteor showers./ Of course, the sea of clouds, cascading like a mighty river, is a common and splendid sight at Orchid Leaf — wouldn’t it be the ultimate pleasure in life to brew a pot of tea and quietly admire the ever-changing sea of clouds?/

▲At the high-altitude Orchid Leaf Farm, sea of clouds is a common sight. (Photo / fromthe Orchid Leaf Farm Fan Page)

▲Visitors can enjoy tea and sea of cloud views at the open-air seating area. (Photo / fromthe Orchid Leaf Farm Fan Page）

Yiye Lan Farm
No. 21-1, Deer Farm, Donghe Village, Nanzhuang Township, Miaoli County
(03)782-1012
0927-610-610