[2025 Yuyao Hotels] Travel Guide for Sonder Inn (Updated Jul)

Here is a comprehensive guide to Ningbo Siming Lake, covering transportation, attractions, food, and accommodation: Transportation By car: From downtown Ningbo, take the Huxi Line, which takes about 1.5 hours. If departing from Hangzhou, navigate to "Siming Lake Resort," with a driving time of approximately 1.5 hours. Public transport: First, reach Yuyao city, then take a minibus (e.g., Route 503) from Yuyao South Bus Station toward Liangnong to reach the vicinity of Siming Lake. Attractions Siming Lake Metasequoia Wetland: A free attraction where fiery-red metasequoia trees reflect on the clear lake, creating a stunning photo spot. In autumn and winter, the trees turn from green to red, resembling flames mirrored in the water—a breathtaking sight. Shanye Plan: A perfect spot to overlook Siming Lake and the distant mountain ranges, ideal for relaxing, sipping coffee, and taking photos. You could easily spend an entire afternoon here. Jade Rabbit Island: The largest island in Siming Lake, covering about 270 acres and shaped like a rabbit. The island is lush with pine trees, bamboo groves, orchards, and tea plantations, now home to the Siming Lake Resort. Baishuichong Waterfall: After parking, a short 7–8 minute hike leads to the waterfall, where you can witness the spectacular sight of water cascading down the mountain stream. Nearby ancient villages: For example, Zhongcun Village, with a thousand-year history, features well-preserved landmarks like Baiyun Bridge and Xiansheng Temple’s ancient stage. Xiaolu Stream is great for water play, making it a perfect spot for families and couples. Food Recommendations Liangnong Dago: A traditional pastry from Liangnong Town, Yuyao, exquisitely shaped with a soft, sweet, and non-greasy taste, often adorned with auspicious patterns. Lake delicacies: Siming Lake is rich in fishery resources, offering dishes like steamed perch, braised turtle, and stir-fried shrimp, showcasing the fresh flavors of the water town. Yangming Cake: Made with local wine lees and minced pork, it boasts a rich and savory taste. Other treats: Grilled rice cakes, Sanxian Guoqiao, claypot chicken, as well as local snacks like Lubu Crispy Bean Candy and Yuyao pickled mustard tuber. Accommodation Options Siming Lake New Century Resort: Beautiful surroundings with complete facilities for a comfortable stay. Unique homestays: For example, Yuyao Yijia Homestay, lakeside and budget-friendly; Yuanxuanlu Guanpei Homestay, a traditional Chinese-style retreat nestled in the mountains, ideal for those seeking tranquility; Little Elephant Inn, near the wetland, offers affordable rates. Itinerary Suggestions One-Day Trip Morning: Head to Siming Lake, first visiting Shanye Plan to enjoy panoramic views and a coffee break. Then explore the Siming Lake Metasequoia Wetland, strolling and photographing the scenic metasequoias. Noon: Savor local specialties like Liangnong Dago and lake delicacies at a nearby farmhouse restaurant. Afternoon: Visit Jade Rabbit Island for a walk amid its natural and cultural landscapes. If time allows, stop by Baishuichong Waterfall to admire its grandeur. Evening: Before departing, find a lakeside spot to enjoy Siming Lake’s sunset. Two-Day Trip Day 1: Depart in the morning and arrive near Siming Lake by noon. After lunch at a farmhouse, visit the Siming Lake Metasequoia Wetland. In the afternoon, explore Zhongcun Village, wander its ancient streets, play in Xiaolu Stream, and admire landmarks like Baiyun Bridge. In the evening, enjoy the night view near the village’s covered bridge and experience local night markets. Day 2: Wake early to admire the morning scenery of Siming Lake, then visit Shanye Plan or Siming Mountain Viewing Platform for a bird’s-eye view of the lake and mountains. After lunch, head to Maohuo Ancient Tree Park or Shilin Village to marvel at nature’s wonders or enjoy fruit-picking before returning in the afternoon.

Deep in the mountains of Yuyao, Zhejiang, lies a dreamlike place called Guanpei Village. Here, emerald mountains overlap, and streams murmur, as if time has stood still for a millennium. Walking along the tree-shaded path into this ancient village feels like stepping into a natural summer retreat. Amidst these green mountains and clear waters hides a unique homestay—Yuanxuanlu·Guanpei. Located at No. 285, Waiguanpei, Jinguan Village, Lizhou Street, Yuyao, it is surrounded by famous attractions like the Jiaohu Ancient Trail and Wang Yangming's Former Residence. Whether by car or high-speed rail, it's easily accessible, making it an ideal choice for a weekend getaway! The homestay offers 10 guest rooms, each no less than 40 square meters, spacious and comfortable, including stargazing rooms, family rooms, and king-size rooms. Every room boasts a unique view of pristine mountain forests. The interior design is minimalist, with warm tones that feel cozy and healing, harmonizing perfectly with the natural surroundings. The rooms are adorned with natural elements like bamboo weaving and pebble-washed walls, and are equipped with Dyson hair dryers and APPELLES toiletries. The homestay serves local-style meals made with fresh, home-style ingredients. While the selection isn't extensive, guests seeking more diverse culinary experiences may need to explore nearby options. The surrounding area is rich in attractions, including Wang Yangming's Former Residence, Yuyao Museum, and numerous scenic spots in the Siming Mountains, such as the "Little Jiuzhai of Eastern Zhejiang," Danshan Chishui, Wulongtan, Siming Mountain National Forest Park, and Siming Mountain National Geological Park, offering a wealth of travel experiences. Yuanxuanlu·Guanpei is more than just a place to stay—it's a way to return to nature and find inner peace. Here, I rediscovered long-lost tranquility and redefined the meaning of travel. 🏠Homestay: Yuanxuanlu·Guanpei [RoundNails]Address: No. 285, Waiguanpei, Jinguan Village, Lizhou Street, Yuyao, Zhejiang

Deep in the mountains of Yuyao, Zhejiang, there is a dreamlike place, Guanpei Village. The mountains here are green and the streams are gurgling, as if time has stopped here for a thousand years. Following the tree-lined path, step by step into this ancient village, it seems to have entered a natural summer resort. 🌿💦 Hidden among these green mountains and green waters is a unique homestay, Yuanxuanlu•Guanpei Homestay. 📍This homestay is located at No. 285 Guanpei, Jinguancun, Lizhou Street, Yuyao, surrounded by famous attractions such as Jiaohu Ancient Road and Wang Yangming's Former Residence. Whether it is self-driving or high-speed rail, it can be easily reached here, making it an ideal choice for weekend vacations! 🚗🚄 Entering Yuanxuanlu, I was attracted by its design at first sight. The building designed by NEOSSPACE studio retains the simplicity of the village, uses a large amount of stone, bamboo weaving and rice paper, and perfectly integrates natural and humanistic elements. 🏰The entire courtyard covers an area of 200 square meters and is equipped with outdoor courtyards, reception lobbies, restaurants, bars, cafes, book bars, tea rooms and rooftop terraces. The hundred-year-old boxwood tree in the courtyard is lush, the sky is pouring, and it is like a quiet landscape painting. 🌳☀️ The homestay only has 1⃣0⃣ rooms, each of which can enjoy the stream view🌊 or bamboo forest🎋. The interior design of the room is simple and warm, and the natural wooden furniture exudes a warm atmosphere. Each room has a different view, as if every time you open the window, it is an intimate conversation with nature. 🏞Here, you can enjoy various activities. In the morning, do yoga in the courtyard🧘‍♀️, breathe fresh mountain air; in the afternoon, stroll along the Jiaohu Ancient Road and feel the historical charm of the ancient village for thousands of years; in the evening, sit on the terrace and taste a cup of fragrant tea🍵 or wine🍸, Look up at the starry sky🌌 and relax. In addition, the homestay restaurant offers authentic Zhejiang cuisine🥗, and the room rate also includes a hearty breakfast. Nearby attractions such as Wang Yangming's Former Residence, Yuyao Museum, and Siming Mountain are also not to be missed travel experiences. If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, come to Yuanxuanlu•Guanpei Homestay and start a cool mountain trip! 👍

In Yuyao, Zhejiang, there is a village called Guanpei, which is a mountain and wilderness vacation secret spot for self-driving tours in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai. 🚗 It takes only 40 minutes by high-speed train from Hangzhou, and only 2 hours by car from Shanghai. 🕙 This thousand-year-old village was built during the Xining period of the Northern Song Dynasty, and it retains a large number of ancient relics, ancient buildings, and cultural legends. 📜 Yuanxuanlu·Guanpei Homestay is located here. The village is surrounded by lush mountains and waterfalls, truly embodying the idea of 'living in the world but without the noise of carriages and horses.' 💫 The name Yuanxuanlu likely aims to present this feeling. The homestay complex, located at the top of the village, includes 10 guest rooms and a 200-square-meter courtyard. 🏡 Facing a landscape of green mountains and clear waters, it offers a highly therapeutic view. The exterior design incorporates the concept of stone walls and flying eaves, cleverly utilizing the terrain to outline a poetic landscape painting. 🖼️ Only 10 guest rooms have been created, including starry sky rooms, family rooms, and king-size rooms, starting at 40 square meters. Each room offers a unique view of the pristine mountain forest. 🌳 The interior design is simple, with warm tones that are very comforting and harmoniously blend with the natural surroundings. The public area is spacious, with an outdoor courtyard, reception lobby, restaurant, bar, café, book bar, tea room, and rooftop terrace all available. 🎉 This treasure city in eastern Zhejiang is a natural oxygen bar, far from the hustle and bustle. Surrounded by streams, waterfalls, mountains, and bamboo forests, it brings endless coolness in the height of summer. 💦 It's the perfect place to stay for a summer retreat. Come here and start a refreshing summer journey! 💖💖💖

A low-key summer retreat hidden in a thousand-year-old village, surrounded by mountains and streams~ 'Yuan Xuan Lu' is located in a thousand-year-old village--Guan Pei Village in Yuyao, a treasure town in Zhejiang; Here the mountains are stacked with greenery, surrounded by waterfalls and streams, along the road shaded by green trees, with endless coolness; "Hangzhou high-speed rail 40min, Shanghai driving only 2h can reach this mountain secret. Homestay: Yuan Xuan Lu·Guan Pei Homestay Address: No. 285 Guan Pei, Jin Guan Village, Li Zhou Street, Yuyao, Zhejiang Overall environment: 'Yuan Xuan Lu', as its name suggests, is located in a higher place, surrounded by mountains and streams. In the courtyard of 200m, there are outdoor courtyards, reception halls, restaurants, bars, cafes, book bars, tea rooms and rooftop terraces. In the courtyard, the hundred-year-old boxwood tree is lush with branches and leaves, and the sky light is pouring, flowing like water in the space. The aesthetics of the East are fully embodied here, not only the style of the architecture itself, but also the clever integration with the scenery.

Come to the mountains to escape the gray air in the city You can breathe fresh air, see the beautiful scenery of the sun shining on the hilltops, play with your children without worries, and listen to the crackling sound of the bonfire... The boss is generous and interesting, and has set the tone of this homestay in a warm Japanese and Chinese style, such as the rain chain by the door and the exquisite courtyard... The parent-child room is really suitable for children to live and play. After the baby enters the room, he doesn't stop for a moment and keeps playing on the slide, stairs, and room. With the blessing of floor heating and hot air conditioning, the room is still comfortable even on the side of the mountain. The sharp corners in the room are all edged, and there is a low-level washbasin, which is very thoughtful! Really recommend for families with children!