Kunming｜Feels like living in the Land of Oz

This time in Xinping, I stayed at a hidden treasure guesthouse deep in the Ailao Mountains—Shuji Mountain Lodge (Yunhai Sunrise Viewing Deck branch). This place is truly a spiritual refuge for city dwellers. Open the window and you’re surrounded by century-old trees, reaching out your hand to touch the sea of clouds 🌿 ✨【Location】 The guesthouse is located in Zhujiazhai, Yaonan Village, Jiasa Town, with a mountain and water setting that gives it a magical aura. The best part is the viewing deck, where every morning you can witness the spectacular sea of clouds rolling in (don’t forget to set your alarm!). Far from the city noise, only the rustling of leaves and occasional bird calls can be heard, instantly healing your soul... 🏠【Design Aesthetics】 • The entire building looks like it naturally grew out of the forest, with modern design cleverly incorporating natural elements like wood and stone. Every corner reveals stunning details. • The courtyard is full of blooming flowers, perfect for forest-style photos. My favorite is the floor-to-ceiling windows in the rooms, where you can watch the sunrise and sunset while lying down. • The guesthouse is also home to a corgi named "Chouchou," friendly and adorable, adding a lot of fun to the mountain life. 💝【Butler Service】 • The butler contacts you thoughtfully before check-in and helps carry luggage up the mountain (the mountain road really requires some strength). • On rainy days, they serve warm brown sugar ginger tea, and handmade yogurt is unlimited at breakfast. • The staff are super enthusiastic, chatting like old friends with no commercial vibe at all. 🌌【Must-Do Experiences】 1. Get up at 5:30 AM to wait at the viewing deck for the sea of clouds sunrise (best in autumn). 2. Have afternoon tea in the courtyard at dusk, enjoying homemade snacks from the guesthouse. 3. During starry night talks, the butler shares local Yi ethnic culture stories. 4. Be sure to try the wild mushroom hotpot from the mountains—so fresh it’ll blow your mind! 🚗【Nearby Activities】 • Drive 20 minutes to Shimen Gorge Scenic Area and walk the primitive forest trail. • Experience tea picking and making at a tea garden (the butler can help book). • Visit Jiasa Town market day to buy fresh mountain produce. ⚠️【Tips】 • Self-driving is recommended (there are many mountain roads). Navigate to "No. 3 Zhujiazhai, Yaonan Village, Jiasa Town." • Bring a windbreaker due to large temperature differences between morning and evening. • Remember an umbrella during the rainy season; the sea of clouds is more likely to appear after rain. • The guesthouse restaurant requires advance reservation; don’t miss the wild mushroom season. During my three days and two nights here, I completely cured my phone addiction. Every day was just watching clouds, listening to the wind, playing with the dog, and drinking tea... If you want to temporarily escape the city, Shuji Mountain Lodge will definitely fulfill all your dreams of a secluded life 🌄