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August 17, 2025
Location and View: Sea views from your window, fall asleep to the sound of the waves.
Chunfengli Homestay is located in Caicun, on the upper section of the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor. The lakeside walkway is right outside, and it's just steps away from the popular S-shaped bay. It's also close to Dali Old Town, Tianlongbabu Film City, and the March Street Market. In the morning, you can get up early to the rooftop to watch the sunrise and see Erhai Lake transform from a hazy purple-green to a vibrant golden yellow. At night, the room's giant screen projector transforms into a private cinema, with the starry sky and the sound of the waves providing the perfect background music.
- Service Exceeds Expectations: The owner proactively contacts you and drives to pick up your luggage in advance. The first floor is a restaurant where you can sit in the courtyard or by the bed and enjoy coffee and delicious pastries made by the staff.
- Local Experiences: Try the Bai ethnic minority auntie's handmade breakfast and the rice noodles made with bone broth by the young lady. For a more in-depth experience, the homestay owner can arrange a local driver for a tour around Erhai Lake, avoiding the crowds and enjoying the sunset on the eastern shore.
🚴 Immersive Erhai Lake Life: Cycling, Coffee, and the Vibrant Atmosphere
- Cycling Freedom: A 15-minute bike ride north along the ecological corridor leads directly to Panxi S-Bend, while heading south explores the wetland boardwalk and the "Lonely Tree" 🌲. Visit popular photo spots like Longkan Wharf, accompanied by wheat fields and Cangshan Mountain, stopping frequently for photos.
"Living amidst the scenery, and even more so, living amidst the life." Here, there's no alienation like in a standard hotel, but rather a fusion of design aesthetics and local culture: wake up to the sound of waves and witness a sunrise; spend the afternoon cycling through picturesque fields; and project your own romance into the night. The guesthouse owner is like an old friend, offering a cup of tea to help you understand that Dali's "slow" pace isn't just about speed, but also about the relaxation of the soul.
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