By MOOK Scenic Spots Home / compiled report
The fast pace of the city can be overwhelming, and everyone needs time to breathe some fresh air. Actually, hidden within the mountains of Greater Taipei are many charming homestays. Take a weekend to head into the hills, slow down your pace, and enjoy the healing that nature brings to the soul.
Offers a distant view of Jiufen Mountain City, Keelung. (Photo / Jiufen Mountain City Yijing)
1. Jiufen – Mountain City Yijing
Just a few minutes’ walk from Jiufen Old Street, yet it enjoys a quiet and secluded environment. The homestay owner put a lot of thought into the architectural design, using refined materials paired with five-star facilities, creating a room atmosphere and texture that are extremely comfortable.
The room offers a wide view — enjoying afternoon tea by the window is sheer bliss. (Photo / Jiufen Mountain City Yijing)
The homestay is located atop Jiufen Mountain City, offering an expansive view. All rooms feature large windows, allowing you to gaze at Keelung and the entire Jiufen mountain scenery during the day, and enjoy the tranquility of Jiufen at night.
The interior decoration of the homestay is very elegant, and the space is large enough to accommodate three or four families. (Photo / Maple’s Smile)
2. Yangmingshan – Maple’s Smileの微笑
A homestay located on Taipei’s Yangmingshan, surrounded by maple trees. It features a terrace, courtyard, café, ballroom, and meeting room, making it perfect for families to come together for a relaxing vacation.
Many maple trees are planted around the homestay. (Photo / Maple’s Smile)
Surrounded by Jingxi Stream and maple trees, walking through the butterfly-filled courtyard feels like stepping into a peaceful utopia, cut off from the world. Through peaceful coexistence with diverse ecosystems, it conveys educational significance about sustainable development of nature.
The interior design of the homestay is simple, comfortable, yet retains a sense of quality. (Photo / W&W House)
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