Under The Maple

Under the Maple Tree in Wuyuan | An Artistic Cat-Loving Courtyard Across the River from Xiangao Ancient Town For an in-depth tour of Wuyuan, I wholeheartedly recommend this idyllic guesthouse hidden at the foot of Huangling Mountain – Under the Maple Tree! The location is amazing, the experience is perfect, and you won't want to leave! The guesthouse boasts its own tranquil courtyard, unpretentious and exuding a natural and refreshing style. Sitting in the courtyard, the gentle breeze carrying the scent of grass and trees instantly dispels travel fatigue, leaving you wanting only to quietly enjoy this tranquility. The first floor houses a charming café, brimming with artistic atmosphere. Warm, soft lighting complements the elegant furnishings, and thoughtful details are evident in the small decorative items scattered throughout. Sipping a coffee, reading, chatting, or simply daydreaming is incredibly pleasant; every snapshot is a masterpiece of artistic style, the ambiance is simply irresistible. The upper floors are the accommodation area. The rooms are spotless, simply furnished, and comfortably decorated with excellent natural light and ventilation. There's no clutter, making for a peaceful and comfortable stay, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The guesthouse also has several adorable cats, all gentle and affectionate. You can spend your free time petting them, watching them lazily roll around and snuggle against you – it's incredibly heartwarming and therapeutic. The most surprising thing is its superb location! It's ridiculously close to Xiangao Ancient Town, just across a small river, about 100 meters away as the crow flies. You can easily walk around the ancient town, without rushing, allowing you to leisurely experience the charm of the old village – super convenient for getting around. Combined with Wuyuan's mild climate, the air here is crisp and sweet, with the constant chirping of birds. There's no urban hustle and bustle, only the beautiful harmony of nature and everyday life. Here, you can spend your days lazily in an artsy café, or stay in a clean and comfortable place with beautiful Huangling scenery right outside your door. It's the perfect place to stay when visiting Wuyuan.

Overall, the days spent under the maple trees were very happy. The owner's family has many adorable cats that roam freely. In the morning, I tried the coffee from the "Seeking the Wind" project. Both [Summer Dream Rose] and [Jiang Jiang Hao] were very good. The guesthouse is only 300 meters from the ancient town of Xiangao. In the evening, I went out to see the fish lanterns in the ancient town.

The room was a complete mess. I even forgot to leave a review. This industrial-style room was terrible. Just look at the dust on the windows – it looks like it's a hundred years old! The window latches were broken. The walls were covered in patches of yellow stains I couldn't even identify. The bathroom doormat was filthy and covered in hair. The floor was even worse – incredibly dusty. The whole room was a disaster. I was sharing with a friend. Her room looked much better than mine. I didn't really want to stay here, but I didn't want to bother my friend, so we moved together.

A very nice little guesthouse right on the river, surrounded by chickens and cats. Modern, youthful furnishings and a personal touch. Ideal as a base for day trips in the region.

Great hotel. Stayed for the weekend, agreed on a transfer, which the hotel provides for free. The hotel driver (a nice, tactful person) drove me around beautiful surrounding places for the next 2 days, which are too long to get to by public transport, and some are impossible. If I had the opportunity, I would have stayed in this hotel longer: clean, modern interior, all the amenities, a spacious bright room, various little things in the room that make the interior cozy, quiet. Excellent staff. They gave me a charger for my phone (the sockets are Chinese!) A beautiful courtyard with a front garden and a coffee shop, a cozy lobby. Again - cats of different colors. Good Wi-Fi.