Laiye·12 Beast Designer Private Tang Homestay

The room was well-equipped and soundproofed, so I had a very peaceful sleep.

The rooms are spacious and clean, and the garden on the basement floor features an adorable deer that adds a touch of liveliness, creating a charming and inviting atmosphere. The service is exceptionally attentive, meticulous, and warm. The food is delicious, and every dish reflects careful preparation. It's a perfect place to relax, unwind, and enjoy tranquility!

Upon entering the guesthouse, a subtle fragrance greeted me. This time, I stayed in the snake room of the Chinese Zodiac series. The silver room was incredibly stylish, with its silver tones and artistic geometric designs creating a sophisticated atmosphere. The afternoon tea was also meticulously prepared; the drinks and pastries were both visually appealing and delicious, beautifully arranged.

The environment is absolutely stunning! The thoughtfully designed space perfectly blends natural charm with artistic flair, making you feel completely relaxed. The adorable cat, Zongzi, is a delightful surprise; every encounter is a delightful surprise. The sofa area in the common area is perfect for chatting and drinking tea with friends, and the view from the windows is so picturesque, every snapshot is a masterpiece. The service is also incredibly attentive, making the entire check-in and check-out process exceptionally comfortable.

When visiting Zhejiang and Shanghai, a staycation is an unmissable travel experience. This time, I chose the Laiye Twelve Beasts Designer Homestay in Heping Town, Wuxing District, Huzhou. The entire homestay is nestled among tea gardens surrounded by mountains, with a strong sense of design. There are 12 rooms on 3 floors, each named after a Chinese zodiac animal. Each room has a different style, with some offering tranquil views of vegetation by the window and others offering views of green tea mountains. Each room has its own unique charm. This time, my family and I experienced the rat, sheep, ox, and dog staycations. Each staycation gave me a different feeling. The homestay's own sika deer was the children's favorite, and there was also a silver shaded dog named Zongzi that was very friendly to the guests.

This stay was extremely disappointing. The scenery was soothing, but the value for money was terrible, not worth a special trip. The room rate was two to three thousand yuan per night, but the actual experience was completely overpriced. The photos looked beautiful, but upon arrival, I found numerous problems: the walls were dirty and damaged, the plants in the room were withered, and the pool was unclean. Even more absurdly, the air conditioning controls were located outside the room, requiring me to contact the front desk to adjust them each time, which was extremely inconvenient. The butler service was not as advertised. The afternoon tea and bedtime milk included in the reservation were never proactively mentioned, and I missed them both. The food was even more disappointing. Dinner was mediocre, even worse than instant noodles, and most of the breakfast food was cold. Moreover, I had to search for staff every time I ate. The most unacceptable thing was that they scheduled a commercial photoshoot on Sunday, directly occupying public space without any prior notice to guests, which was very disruptive. In summary: The advantages are indeed beautiful scenery, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of tea plantations and mountains, a large bathtub, and decent toiletries. However, the overall service and facilities were completely disproportionate to the high price. The stay was anything but comfortable; it felt like being ripped off to help the guesthouse recoup its costs. If you're only interested in the view, consider other options; but if you're willing to spend this much, I sincerely recommend choosing a five-star hotel – it would be far more worthwhile.

This is a very stylish guesthouse nestled in the mountains, a great choice for those who want peace and quiet and a chance to unwind. The service was also quite good, with friendly and proactive staff. However, the complimentary travel photography was a bit disappointing; the photography skills were terrible, resulting in typical tourist photos. They weren't even as good as the ones I took, haha!