【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, which differs from Japanese or Chinese-style homestays by bringing a lively Southeast Asian vibe to the mountainside of Jiufen. The living room is furnished with rattan chairs and installation art, while carefully selected 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 and often brings smiles to guests. Many assume it’s just for decoration, but the owner reveals that during cold snaps, charcoal is burned inside for radiant heat circulation.

 

VILLA115 expresses its attitude toward life through simple design and uses colors to distinguish its rooms: the Green Room features floral table lamps and leaf-like shell lamps, creating a fairytale forest vibe; the Red Room combines fiery red tones with iron-framed furniture for a passionate yet cozy feel; 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, providing a refreshing and uplifting experience.

Besides its “Southeast Asian” design, even the breakfast carries a taste of the region. Toast is spread with authentic buttery spreads, Western-style scrambled eggs are sprinkled with zesty Southeast Asian spices, and instead of coffee, you’re served sweet, creamy, and non-cloying teh tarik, marking a fresh new chapter in your journey.