Five-Star Cottage: By the Rice Wave Pond, Grilling the Rustic Charm

😭 The competition in the homestay industry is really intense— you compete on decoration, I compete on service, he competes on cost-effectiveness, and every place is racking their brains to create unique features! We can’t come up with anything new, so we decided to take a different path and prepared two kinds of barbecue setups— one by the rice waves, the other by the pond. Anyway, staying comfortably is a basic requirement, so why not let everyone gather and have fun grilling together. The barbecue area by the rice fields is a popular gathering spot. When the string lights on the bamboo fence light up, the warm glow wraps the whole area. Tables and chairs are neatly arranged, and the grill has been cleaned and is waiting for guests. The evening breeze carries the fresh scent of rice ears, gently brushing the golden rice against the table edge, as if warmly greeting you. But this rice field is a seasonal scene; at this time every year, the fields turn into heavy golden rice stacks. If you want to enjoy barbecue accompanied by the fragrance of rice, you’d better seize the opportunity. Even more thoughtful, free fishing rods are provided here, so if you didn’t bring enough ingredients, you can easily catch some fresh fish to add to your feast. The barbecue area by the pond offers a more relaxed waterside vibe. The glow of red lanterns spills over the tables and chairs, creating a particularly cozy atmosphere. Free fishing rods are also specially provided by the pond, so guests can fish leisurely during their downtime, which is both a pastime and a way to add fresh ingredients to the barbecue. The orange bamboo chairs are cooled by the pond breeze, perfectly dispelling the warmth near the grill. Sitting here, you can feel the evening breeze on your face with a simple lift of your hand. Occasionally, dragonflies skim across the water surface, and the ripples they create seem to celebrate this moment of ease. Oh, and here’s a practical reminder to keep in mind: it’s recommended to prepare your barbecue ingredients in advance. The nearby market is busiest in the early morning and gradually closes after noon. If you want to entrust the homestay to help prepare, be sure to communicate in advance, or else the owner will have to ride a bike to the city to buy supplies.