At Yushan Xiangshe in Yangshuo, I actually lay down amidst the mountains and the fragrance of flowers

Don’t squeeze into those trendy spots in Yangshuo! Yushan Xiangshe is the real “laid-back vacation” experience. The courtyard isn’t big but full of surprises everywhere. Climbing roses cover half of a white wall, and when the wind blows, the pink and white petals sway. Squatting under the flowers in the early morning to pick up a fallen petal feels so gentle. No need to deliberately find an angle—just sit on the rattan chair in the courtyard, let the sunlight fall on your shoulders, and every photo you take naturally captures the “unfiltered feeling of life.” The room is exactly my favorite style, with an extra-large floor-to-ceiling window framing the mountain view like a moving painting. Woken up by birdsong in the morning, you open the curtains to see misty green mountains. Walking barefoot to the window, even your breath feels lighter. The facilities are very thoughtful: USB charging ports by the bed, a dry-wet separated bathroom, and even the shower gel has a light osmanthus scent, making the stay comfortable and worry-free. The guesthouse is fully equipped, 🈶 the most beloved swimming pool for summer, and also offers free ethnic costumes for photo shoots and check-ins in the courtyard~ It’s close to all the major attractions, so no need to rush your itinerary. Spend the day sunbathing in the courtyard, and in the evening sit by the window watching the sunset on the mountain peaks. This kind of Yangshuo is the relaxed vacation I want.