[2025 Qingyuan Hotels] Travel Guide for Shanke Guesthouse (Updated Oct)

1️⃣ There are not many attractions, so you can give up your obsession with checking in! The attractions are all around Taohua Lake. If you want to have a full day of activities, then Taohua Lake is not suitable. However, it is suitable for people who don't like socializing, people who don't like making plans, and people who suddenly want to go for a walk around the area. If that's the case, don't hesitate, come to Taohua Lake~ 2️⃣ Don't come to Taohua Lake if you're not staying overnight It's hard to appreciate the beauty of Taohua Lake without spending a day there. In order to protect the ecology of Taohua Lake, development has been prohibited. There are not many guesthouses, but they are very exquisite. Everyone loves and cherishes the natural environment here. Choose a guesthouse with a direct view of Taohua Lake, and you can start a poetic day of lying down. Each room at Shanke Guesthouse has a different layout, but they all have a large floor-to-ceiling window with a direct view of Taohua Lake. Look at the rolling hills on the lake, the lush trees, and quietly feel the waves of the lake blown by the autumn wind🎑 3️⃣ There's always something to keep you here Many tourists who come to Taohua Lake choose to stay here for one night. Shanke's courtyard also attracts tourists' attention. Unlike the distant Erhai Lake, Guangzhou is only a two-hour drive away. Unlike the bustling Guilin, its tranquility and seclusion are really hard to find a substitute~ I think this is the Peach Blossom Spring described by Tao Yuanming. Leave behind your various identities in the world, don't ask about the world, be a leisurely guest in the words of the ancients, and the only thing that disturbs your mind is the gentle breeze🍃 🏡 Shanke Guesthouse 📍 Taohua Lake, Jintan Town, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City

Stumbling into a Peach Blossom Paradise! This mint-green lake embraced by karst peaks offers ink-painting-like scenery with every snap! 🌊 📍【Location】 Taohua Lake (formerly Longxudai Reservoir) in Jintan Town, Qingxin District, Qingyuan. Named after thousands of peach trees planted around the lake. A 2.5-hour drive from Guangzhou—navigate to "Taohua Lake Eco-Tourism Zone." 🎡【Must-Visit Spots】 1. **Cave Exploration** (Boat ticket: ¥80/person) Cruise through an underground river into a karst cave where stalactites glow like a crystal palace under lights! Flash photography creates cyberpunk-style shots. Bring a light jacket—it's chilly inside. 2. **Longxudai Reservoir Viewing Deck** Best shooting time: 6:30–7:30 AM! Morning mist blankets the lake, with the distant "Sleeping Beauty Mountain" faintly visible. A telephoto lens captures a "Mirror of the Sky" effect. 3. **Lakeside Hike** Try the "Hengban Village–Taohua Island" route (~5km), passing bamboo groves, rice fields, and rustic villages. Spot local grannies washing clothes by the shore—a heartwarming scene. 4. **Swallow Rock (Yanziyan)** A free limestone cave 1km from Taohua Lake. At dusk, golden sunset hues paint the cliffs—perfect for silhouette shots. 🍽️【Food Guide】 ✔️ **Local Pork**: Juicy and firm—try pan-fried pork belly paired with rice wine! ✔️ **Jintan Tofu**: Silky and fragrant—stuffed tofu or mapo tofu are must-orders. ✔️ **Spring-Water Duck**: Tender meat in clear broth, served with plum sauce. ✔️ **Top Picks**: Lakeside Restaurant at Huxi Yunzhan B&B (book ahead); Taoyuan Farmhouse (¥60/person). 🏨【Stay Recommendations】 1. **Taohua No.1 B&B** (~¥800/night) 270° glass rooms (some with stargazing tubs). Rustic exterior meets modern minimalism inside—super photogenic. 2. **Cloudside Lakeview Suite** (~¥1,200/night) Features telescopes and private hot springs. Rent Hanfu outfits for ancient-style photoshoots. 3. **Qingyuan Mountain Guesthouse** (~¥600/night) Automated floor-to-ceiling windows for sunrise views. Cozy fireplace area for rainy-day tea sessions. 🚗【Transport】 ✅ **Drive**: Guangzhou–Qingyuan Expressway → Qinglian Expressway → Jintan exit (~2.5h). ✅ **Public Transit**: 1. High-speed train from Guangzhou North to Qingyuan Station (~30min). 2. Taxi to Taohua Lake (~1h, ¥150). 3. Bus 208 from Qingyuan to Jintan Town, then moto-taxi (~¥20). ⚠️【Tips】 1. Summer bugs? Pack repellent. 2. Weak signal? Download offline maps. 3. Slippery trails post-rain? Wear grippy shoes. 4. Some B&Bs lack elevators—alert staff for heavy luggage. 💡【Sample Itinerary】 **Day1**: Guangzhou → Cave Adventure → Taohua No.1 Afternoon Tea → Lakeside BBQ. **Day2**: Hengban Village Sunrise → Lakeside Hike → Tofu-Making Demo → Cloudside Hot Springs. **Day3**: Swallow Rock Visit → July Peach-Picking → Return. Dubbed "Guangdong’s Little Guilin" by CCTV, this spot rivals Erhai’s views and channels Tao Yuanming’s idyllic poetry. Escape the city for a weekend as a "Taohua Yuan local"! 🌿

| Enter a fairytale forest cabin. It turns out that fairytale forest cabins really do exist🥹 I spent two days and one night here, as if I had entered a fairytale dream. The morning light penetrates the glass room, casting swaying spots of light on the wooden tables and chairs. The clinking sound of a spoon against a porcelain cup, the shadows of green plants waltz with the sunlight🌿. Following the light filtering through the trees onto the terrace, I touched noses with a stretching orange cat. In the distance, the emerald fields are shrouded in mist, even my breath is tinged with the scent of grass☁️💐. As dusk settles, the rosy sky paints the white walls in watercolor hues. The moment the Tyndall light beams pierce the clouds, it's as if I hear the door to the fairytale world opening✨. In just two days, I spaced out, read, made tea, strolled by Peach Blossom Lake in the morning, and cooked dinner with everyone in the house in the evening. The ordinary things in life became extraordinarily interesting because of the beautiful scenery here. 🏡Shanke Minsu 📍Peach Blossom Lake, Jintan Town, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City 🚗2h drive from Guangzhou downtown ————————————

This winter break, avoid the crowds and take a 2-hour drive from Guangzhou to the back garden of the city - Taohua Lake in Qingyuan. "Back to childhood" The homestay is located by Taohua Lake, surrounded by mountains and water. The sky is dyed by the sunset, the air is fresh, and you can learn about plants and make friends with insects and small animals in the mountains. Take your kids back to the starry night of your childhood and find some different childhood fun. "Mountain cabin" There are 4 guest rooms. We recommend the [Sun Chasing Family Room with Balcony] and [Star Picking 270° View Room] for families. The rooms are spacious and equipped with a large bed and a tatami bed to meet the needs of children for activities and sleep. The homestay has a miniature mountain view. You can enjoy the beauty of the mountains at any time by opening the curtains. The courtyard is decorated with small grass and stone paths. The homestay has a small courtyard where children can play and have fun. 🏡 Shanke Homestay 📍 Taohua Lake, Jintan Town, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City 🚗 2-hour drive from downtown Guangzhou ————————————

Peach Blossom Lake in Guangdong is known as "Little Erhai Lake" and is a beautiful hidden gem nestled in the mountains and rivers. Whether it's the morning mist or the evening glow, this place always makes people forget the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse themselves in the embrace of nature. Let me take you to this dreamlike paradise and start a healing journey! 📍Location and Transportation📍 Peach Blossom Lake is located in Taoyuan Town (now merged into Jintan Town), Qingxin District, Qingyuan City, Guangdong Province, about 1 km from Yanziyan. This place is best for self-driving tours, about 1.5 hours from Guangzhou and Foshan, and about 2 hours from Shenzhen. Navigate to "Qingyuan Peach Blossom Lake" to easily find this fairyland. 🏞️Attraction Introduction🏞️ • Lake and Mountain Scenery: Peach Blossom Lake is vast, with clear water like a mirror, surrounded by mountains. The typical karst landform makes it look like a painting. Standing by the lake, you feel like you are in a fairyland. • Boat Tour: You can take a boat tour of the caves in the lake, where the water leads to the caves, and enjoy the unique scenery inside. The boatman sits at the stern, wearing a raincoat, while you stand at the bow, feeling like a hero in the martial arts world. It's also a great place for photos! • Hiking through "Little Guilin": Hike along the trails by Peach Blossom Lake, explore the karst landform's peak forest and small villages, breathe fresh air, and feel the freshness and comfort of being surrounded by greenery. • Peach Blossom Island: The island is planted with thousands of peach trees, making it a charming photo spot when the peach blossoms bloom in spring. Even if it's not spring, the scenery here is still enchanting. 🏡Accommodation Recommendations🏡 • Peach Blossom Fate Elegant Residence: This guesthouse is built on a mountain, with lake-view rooms facing Peach Blossom Lake and karst peaks nearby, giving a sense of seclusion. The guesthouse is equipped with a kitchen, living room, swimming pool, leisure area, barbecue area, and more, with complete facilities. • Peach Blossom No. 1: A small and beautiful guesthouse hidden in the mountains and rivers, divided into Courtyard No. 1 and Courtyard No. 2. Courtyard No. 1 is transformed from the original rural yellow mud house, retaining the mud house's shell style, while Courtyard No. 2 is a three-story modern small building with an unbeatable lake view. • Qingyuan Mountain Guesthouse: Located by Peach Blossom Lake, the rooms have fully automatic lifting glass windows, offering excellent views. The guesthouse has a fireplace on the first floor, creating a cozy atmosphere. 🍽Food Recommendations🍽 • Qingyuan Chicken: Known for its tender skin, tender meat, and rich aroma. • Kowloon Tofu: Made with local spring water and high-quality soybeans, it has a tender texture and a strong bean aroma. • Bamboo Shoots and Pork Belly, Mountain Water Tofu: Local specialty farmhouse dishes, simple yet full of flavor. • Farmhouse: There are many farmhouses near the guesthouse where you can taste authentic farmhouse dishes with fresh ingredients and affordable prices. 🌅Best Viewing Time🌅 • Sunrise: Recommended to go to Hengban to watch the sunrise. Park your car by the roadside and walk easily to the lake to enjoy the magnificent sunrise. • Sunset: 17:00 to 18:00 is the best time to watch the sunset. Stand by the lake, face the sunset, watch the sparkling lake, and feel the grandeur of nature. 💡Tips💡 • Bring sunscreen, a sun hat, and enough drinking water to ensure a comfortable trip. • Summer is the peak tourist season, so it is recommended to book accommodation and related activities in advance. • The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so please prepare a jacket. • Protect the environment and do not litter. • Respect local customs and cultural traditions. 🌸Conclusion🌸 Peach Blossom Lake, Guangdong's "Little Erhai Lake," has healed countless hearts with its tranquil and beautiful scenery. Whether it's a boat tour, hiking through "Little Guilin," or staying in a lake-view guesthouse to enjoy a quiet night, you can find your own peace and beauty here. Come to Peach Blossom Lake and start a spontaneous journey!

| Spend a warm Christmas in a paradise. This Christmas, I decided to escape the city and avoid the crowds. Drive 2 hours from Guangzhou to Taohua Lake in Qingyuan Spend a warm holiday with my family Christmas in the mountains is a different kind of scenery The colorful forest and sea of clouds create a mountain oil painting Hidden in the mountains and lakes Hike with friends on the trail, pick a few branches of pine and cypress, pick up a few pine cones, weave a Christmas wreath with the plants in the winter mountains, or have afternoon tea and read a book by the warm fireplace 🪵 Perhaps Christmas is not important 🎄 What is important is to expect love and warmth in winter ✨ The laughter and hugs of friends and family These will all become beautiful memories and expectations ☁️🎅🏻 🏡 Shanke Homestay 📍 Taohua Lake, Jingtan Town, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City 🚗 2-hour drive from downtown Guangzhou ————————————

| Qingyuan B&B. 🎐 Mercure Lakeside A homestay located by Taohua Lake in Qingyuan, every scene is carefully created to create a leisurely courtyard🎋 Whether you are in the courtyard or looking out the window of the room, you can see the entire Taohua Lake with a wide view. Isolate yourself from the hustle and bustle of the city, immerse yourself in the overlapping greenery and the lake, and experience two days and one night of mountain life🧺 — 🌳Guangzhou Back Garden Dali is far from Guangzhou, but Qingyuan Taohua Lake is very close to Guangzhou. It can be reached in 2 hours by car from Guangzhou. It is a suitable place for a spontaneous trip. The moment you arrive at the Shankun Expressway, your natural journey begins. Start early. You will stay for the beautiful scenery along the way, the rolling mountains, the flowing streams, the curling smoke, and the colorful trees. — ☀️Bring light into the room The restrained and gentle space has large transparent floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing sunlight to fill the bed, the antique wooden tables and chairs, and the soft tatami, all of which make the winter time warm and moist. In the afternoon, why not have a simple afternoon tea on the terrace, with some osmanthus cake, red bean cake, some fruits, and a cup of warm Pu'er tea 🍵 Holding the steaming tea, occasionally looking out the window and quietly enjoying this warm winter 🏡 Shan Ke B&B

It only takes 2 hours to drive from Guangzhou! The tourist off-season is like a messenger of tranquility. It is so comfortable to travel on weekdays in the off-season. There are four rooms in the courtyard. When no one else is staying, it is equivalent to contracting the entire courtyard~ Peach Blossom Lake in early winter is simply an ideal on earth. The B&B surrounded by woods is like a garden in the mountains, with stone paths, mottled tree shadows, kittens basking in the sun, and a corner of the courtyard with white walls and green tiles. You can feel it in every space. The beauty of the mountains🌳 There is no need for any filter rendering, and you can take pictures casually. Everywhere you go, the space is quiet, simple and elegant, without being disturbed, without the hustle and bustle of the city~ 🧺B&B configuration ✔️With its own small courtyard, 4 rooms with different layouts ✔️Cooking allowed, pets allowed, barbecue allowed ✔️You can pet cats, watch movies, hike, fish, and drink tea and coffee 🔑Room package View rooms | loft suites | coffee bar | buffet breakfast | drinks and fruits | outdoor gardens | free parking and other facilities 🏡Shanke B&B 📍Taohua Lake, Jintan Town, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City 🚗2 hours of self-driving in Guangzhou city

Every child is a brave explorer. In this colorful festival season, why not take your child to Peach Blossom Lake Resort for an authentic child-rearing experience amidst nature🌳 Children can climb mountains, pick fruits, and get close to nature. As the setting sun melts into gold and the evening sky turns crimson, take a stroll on the path and snap a family photo📷 Let the children discover the beauty of mountains and nature with their innocent eyes～ All these can be realized at Peach Blossom Lake's 【Shanke Homestay】! The homestay is located next to Peach Blossom Lake, with a standalone building that enhances the holiday vibe, offering safety and privacy that's ideal for families with children. The wabi-sabi style, combined with the original ancient architecture, and the floor-to-ceiling glass in the rooms make every snapshot in the homestay a masterpiece~ 👩‍👧‍👧Selected family rooms for child-rearing: 🏠Chasing Sun Balcony Twin Room: 🧺Room amenities: One bedroom and one living room, 1.8m king-size bed, 1.5m tatami bed, private bathroom, bathtub, balcony, sink, TV, tea room, sofa, telescope, air conditioning, toiletries, etc. The room is equipped with a terrace and a pool, perfect for kids to play in the water during summer. You can also bring water guns for an exciting water fight with the children. After a busy week of work, you can soak away the fatigue. The room has a large TV, and after playing in the water, you can put on a cartoon for the kids, which is very reassuring for parents😌 🏠Star Picking 270-degree Panoramic Room 🧺Room amenities: One bedroom and one living room, 1.8m king-size bed, 1.5m tatami bed, private bathroom, bathtub, JmGO projector, Marshall speaker, air conditioning, electric towel rack, refrigerator, sofa, tea set, air conditioning, toiletries, etc.~ During the day, the family can take a walk on the country roads, and at night, catch a few fireflies. When tired, lie under the night sky counting stars, and sleep amidst the wilderness. In the morning, enjoy the wake-up call of nature and breathe fresh air. A weekend getaway with beautiful scenery and family bonding makes time slow down🍃 🏡Homestay | Shanke Homestay 📍Address | Qingyuan City, Qingxin District, Jintan Town, Peach Blossom Lake Tourism Ecological Area (Driving distance from Guangzhou city center is 2 hours) 🏔️Nearby attractions | Peach Blossom Lake, Shiwai Taoyuan Scenic Area within walking distance, Yingxi Fenglin Corridor within 30 minutes by car

| The C-position homestay located by the Taohua Lake in Qingyuan. Guangdong! You would be foolish not to promote this place! Taohua Lake in Qingyuan has a kind of beauty that doesn't pick the weather Even in rainy weather, it is still full of fairy spirit It's like lying in a landscape painting within reach 🌸Attraction Introduction: Here is known as the Little Guilin of Guangdong It's like a paradise hidden in the deep mountains You need to watch quietly to discover its beauty No admission fee for the attraction, suitable for drone photography 🏞Recommended Play: Just need to lie flat Drinking tea and watching the scenery in the homestay is very comfortable If the weather is good, take a walk by the lake Not far from the homestay, there is a plum garden It's very beautiful for taking pictures 🏠Homestay Recommendation: Qingyuan Mountain Guest Homestay Star-picking 270-degree viewing suite The room uses fully automatic lifting glass windows Facing Taohua Lake, the view is excellent If you open the skylight at night It's really like its name It's like you can pick the stars with your hand The first floor of the homestay has a fireplace, full of atmosphere Even in the coldest season of the return to the south Burning firewood is still warm The owner of the homestay also keeps two cute cats It feels like time will slow down when you live here 🥘Surrounding Food: The homestay includes breakfast and hand-brewed coffee afternoon tea In addition, don't miss the Qingyuan free-range chicken when you come here You can eat it at the nearby special farm 🚗Self-driving Route: day1: Guangzhou-T3 Tea Garden day2: T3 Tea Garden-Taohua Lake day3: Taohua Lake-Guangzhou (Picture 1.29 real shot)

A spontaneous weekend trip, Guangzhou can be reached in 2 hours by car. Yes, I found another treasure homestay in Taohua Lake👌🏻 🐶The key point is that it is pet-friendly During the holidays, you can take your dog to travel the mountains and rivers together! It was still cloudy in the afternoon, but unexpectedly the clouds dispersed in the evening and the sunset was so beautiful! ! 🌇🌇A little shock! The homestay includes breakfast. In the afternoon, the owner was very kind to help us make tea. We enjoyed the tea and the scenery in the courtyard. It was so leisurely! Recommend a few filming locations📷 ①The courtyard of the B&B, take photos from the second floor ②Go up a little from the B&B to the location of the first photo (Xixizi is on the slope, you can’t afford to stay for a few thousand per night. The scenery is actually similar, both are around the lake) ③The sunset at the dam is so beautiful, don’t miss it to take photos

Qingyuan Mountain Guesthouse, The entire homestay retains the original architectural style of tiled houses, small courtyards, and wooden beams. It not only preserves the memory of rural feelings but also incorporates modern simplicity and Japanese style. At dawn and dusk, the mist on Peach Blossom Lake brings a pleasant mood. Whether it's day or night, the homestay always gives you a sense of living in seclusion. Gather a few close friends, spend a day in a homestay, admire the mountains and lakes, enjoy the sunset, cook a simple but satisfying dinner - it's a great choice for a relaxing weekend. Sitting by the window, it feels like being surrounded by mountain and lake scenery. Reading a book, listening to favorite songs, is the beauty I imagine. Sitting on the bench in front of the door, watching the distant sunshine gradually disappear on the green lake surface, easily taking photos of full and beautiful scenes. Homestay for rent with 4 bedrooms, (can accommodate around 8 people) including a large tatami living room. Poetry fireplace lounge, modern kitchen utensils, dining room, attentive butler service, observation deck for stargazing. Qingyuan Mountain Guesthouse