Dali Xihe Homestay | The Ideal Residence by Erhai Lake

| The ideal residence by Erhai Lake. On your journey in Dali, encountering Xihe Homestay means truly touching the soul of Erhai Lake. It lies quietly by the Caicun Erhai Ecological Corridor, turning the wind, clouds, and shimmering waves of Erhai into a daily companion✨ 🌊 Location: "Zero distance" dialogue with Erhai Lake The homestay is right next to the Caicun Erhai Ecological Corridor. Open the window and you see the Erhai panorama🌅 In the morning, watch the sunrise gild the lake surface with fragments of gold; in the evening, listen to the waves hitting the shore under the sunset glow. Want to get close to Erhai? Step out and cross a small path to reach the ecological corridor, where you can cycle or stroll, letting the sea breeze brush your hair and surrender your body and mind to this blue and green world. 🏠 Rooms: Framing Erhai Lake in the window The lake view rooms are truly an "Erhai viewing platform"💫 The extra-large floor-to-ceiling windows act like giant picture frames, capturing Erhai Lake, Cangshan Mountain, and cyclists on the ecological corridor. When sunlight pours in, lie on the soft bed and watch the clouds drift across the lake; at night, fall asleep to the sound of Erhai’s waves, with dreams shimmering like the water. Room details are full of care: tidy bedding, exquisite Marshall speakers (perfect for playing folk songs🎵), a stylish bathroom space, and thoughtful, practical facilities like a washing machine and smart toilet, making it easy to "recharge" even on long trips. 👨💼 Hotel Service: Warm like a friend The homestay host is a true "Dali expert," offering "treasure services" from the moment you book: - Before your trip: Communicate your itinerary in advance and receive customized guides for Caicun and surrounding areas, including the best cycling routes on the ecological corridor (avoiding crowds, secret small docks to check in), and clearly marked best spots to watch the Erhai sunrise📝 - During your stay: Enthusiastically recommend local Caicun delicacies, such as the beef rice noodles in the alley (rich broth, solid beef) and grilled milk fan at the village entrance (milky aroma wrapped in rose sauce, sweet and fragrant)🥢 They also help arrange bike rentals and car hires, making trips to Xizhou and Shuanglang easy and well planned. - Special experiences: For a deeper Dali experience, the host can take you to Caicun market to pick fresh Erhai fish and local mushrooms, or try tie-dyeing to add a "blue and white memory" to your trip🎨 🚴 Nearby Guide: Have fun along the ecological corridor - Ecological corridor cycling: Rent a vintage bike from the homestay and leisurely ride along the corridor. Pass wetlands, flower seas, and Bai villages, stopping to take photos of captivating scenery. When tired, find a small waterside shop to drink plum wine and watch boats sway🍶 - Caicun exploration: Get up early to visit Caicun dock, watch fishermen haul nets, buy freshly caught Erhai fish for the homestay to prepare, and taste the freshest lake flavors; browse Caicun’s creative shops for handmade silver jewelry and tie-dye coasters to bring home Erhai’s artistic vibe. - Cangshan and Erhai connection: Spend a day—morning along the ecological corridor admiring Erhai, afternoon take a taxi to Cangshan, ride the Gantong cableway to enjoy the green mountain forest, hike the Yudai Cloud Tour trail, and feel the beautiful echo of "Cangshan snow, Erhai moon"🌄 🍜 Local specialties: Dali on the tip of your tongue At Xihe Homestay, follow the host to taste Caicun’s local flavors: - Breakfast: A bowl of Weishan braised pork rice noodles, soft and glutinous noodles in milky meat broth, sprinkled with scallions and chives to start a vibrant day🍜 - Lunch: Try Caicun’s sour and spicy fish, fresh Erhai fish flavored with local sour papaya, tangy and spicy, paired with stir-fried water spinach (a unique Erhai aquatic plant, fresh and tender)🥗 - Dinner: Gather with travel companions in the homestay courtyard for a barbecue. The host helps buy fresh ingredients. Grill meat, drink Fenghua Xueyue beer, and watch the night deepen over Erhai—this is the true way to enjoy Dali🍢 Staying at Xihe Homestay is to understand what it means to "live by Erhai Lake." It’s not just accommodation but a window to immerse in Dali and embrace Erhai. If you want a place to quietly listen to Erhai’s stories and engrave Dali’s blue and white, warmth and beauty in your heart, Xihe is definitely the best choice❤️