Been to Beilu Island, photos of the deluxe rooms

Bailu Island became popular due to being a filming location for a movie by Xue Zhiqian. This island hidden in the Jiangnan water town combines the artistic film filter with the original wild charm. A two-day, one-night itinerary takes you to check in at filming locations, unlock niche activities, and experience the "Xue-style aesthetics" amid the smoke of daily life and poetry. Day 1: Tracing movie scenes, encountering waterfront dusk Morning: Explore the main filming locations on the island • 08:30-09:30 Take the high-speed train from Suzhou/Shanghai to Huzhou Station, then charter or share a car to the dock (about 1.5 hours), and take a ferry to the island (10-minute boat ride). • 09:30-12:00 Head straight to the core filming locations—the abandoned lighthouse and reed marshes (navigate to "Bailu Island West Bay"). The mottled gray-white tower and swaying reeds restore the lonely yet healing scenes from the film. Scattered around are stone steps from the movie, perfect for atmospheric photos in plain-colored long dresses. Afternoon: Immersive pastoral slow life • 12:00-13:30 Dine at the islanders’ self-operated [Lupan Tea House], recommended dishes include steamed white fish and stir-fried water caltrop with pork (local seasonal dishes), with the shimmering lake right outside the window. • 14:00-17:00 Stroll along the island’s green trail, encounter the red brick old warehouse featured in the movie (now an art studio), or rent a bike to ride to the East Beach Wetland, crossing lotus ponds on wooden boardwalks—perfect for shooting "lotus leaves reaching the sky" scenes in summer. Many homestay owners on the island are familiar with filming spots and can guide you to hidden angles. Evening: Sunset golden hour • 17:30-19:00 Head to the Guanlantai (the island’s highest point) to wait for the sunset to dye the lake amber, with fishing boats dotting the distance, like the gentle final scenes of a movie. After descending, try fresh-caught shrimp and crab at [Fisherman’s Small Restaurant], about 60 RMB per person for a full meal. Day 2: Unlocking hidden activities, bidding farewell to the artistic journey Early morning: Island whispers in the mist • 05:30-07:00 Wake early to watch the morning mist (best in spring and autumn), the lake covered in a light veil, the lighthouse silhouette like an ink painting. Homestays offer freshly ground coffee with simple breakfast. Morning: In-depth cultural exploration • 08:00-10:00 Visit the century-old banyan tree cluster in the island’s heart, where villagers sell handmade bamboo crafts and lotus seed pod paintings—great for souvenirs. Then explore the abandoned Republic of China-era school site (advance reservation required), with mottled blackboards and faded desks holding stories of time. • 10:30-12:00 Take a boat to nearby Bird Islet (extra fee required), a migratory bird stopover where egrets can be seen fluttering in autumn and winter. Xue Zhiqian’s team once filmed aerial shots here. Afternoon: Leisurely return • 12:00-13:00 Enjoy your last meal at the [Lake Fresh Food Stall] near the dock, must-try dishes include steamed silverfish egg custard and stir-fried snails in sauce. Take the 14:00 ferry off the island, ending a movie-like journey. Tips • Transportation: Driving to the dock is more flexible on non-holidays; bring mosquito repellent in summer and a transparent umbrella on rainy days (great for photos). • Accommodation: Prioritize lakeside homestays (such as "Bailu Tingtao"), some rooms face the lighthouse, offering scenic views right from the window in the morning. • Season: Best in spring and autumn (March-May for rapeseed flowers, October-November for ginkgo), winter frost scenes are uniquely beautiful. This island has no noisy commercialization, only the poetic legacy of the film and the tranquility gifted by nature, waiting for you to personally interpret your own "Xue-style romance."