[2025 Xiapu Stay] Travel Guide for Xiapu Yunshang Fuyao Homestay (Updated Jun)

The first time I saw photos of Yunshang Fuyao, I was instantly struck by its breathtaking presence suspended between mountains and sea. Returning from abroad, I wanted to take my family on a getaway. After a two-hour drive from Fuzhou Airport, when the homestay’s silhouette finally came into view, all my fatigue turned into awe—it looked like a white garden growing out of the cliffs, floating between clouds and emerald waves. The butler was already waiting at the door and gave us a tour after check-in. Every turn revealed a new surprise. The most captivating feature was the 270° panoramic viewing platform, with cliffs beneath and the vast East China Sea stretching ahead. Time slowed down here. In the afternoon, I picked a favorite book from the shelf. At dusk, I strolled along the nearby viral seaside path, listening to Xiapu’s ocean breeze. The 180° romantic round-bed room I stayed in was practically made for photos! Floor-to-ceiling windows let me wake up to waves and fishing boats drifting below. The homestay’s owner is a perfectionist with an eye for aesthetics, evident in every detail. On the second day, I woke up at 5 AM in my pajamas to catch the sunrise. When the first rays pierced the clouds, the entire sea turned into flowing gold foil, with fishing boats as silhouettes. This scene was ten times more beautiful than all the travel photos in my collection. After breakfast, my family relaxed in the homestay’s game room playing mahjong, while I wandered around snapping pictures. The place was incredibly photogenic—my social media posts had friends thinking I’d jetted off to another international getaway right after returning home. Xiapu’s summer is romantic and enchanting, reminding me once again that slowing down is what makes a trip truly meaningful ✈. Homestay: Yunshang Fuyao Cliffside Aesthetic Homestay Address: No. 7, Dongbi Village, Sansha Town, Xiapu County

Leaving work two hours early on Friday, a few friends and I set off from Fuzhou by car, heading east along the Shenhai Expressway. During the two-and-a-half-hour drive, the scenery outside the window gradually shifted from city skylines to rolling mountains, and finally to Xiapu's iconic coastline. Our navigation led us to the "Cloud Soaring" homestay in a village clustered with guesthouses—a pristine white structure perched between green mountains and the sea, likely offering the highest vantage point in the area. Upon check-in, the host served us the distinctive white tea of eastern Fujian, steam rising from the glass, instantly washing away the fatigue from the journey. After settling in, hunger struck. Remembering the yakitori food truck we'd passed earlier, we walked to the viewing platform where the stall was set up and indulged in a feast. With drinks included, the cost per person was around 80 CNY for the girls. Back at the homestay, our "270-Degree Ocean View Room" featured floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides. During the blue hour, the light and the small boats gliding across the water formed a natural, ever-changing painting. A friend leaned against the glass railing, savoring the sea breeze with a contented sigh. The next day, we woke naturally to birdsong and enjoyed a seafood congee breakfast before retreating to our favorite spots—my friend claimed the hammock to continue her novel, while I brewed coffee to jot down travel notes. We lazed until 11 AM when an unexpected coastal shower arrived. Cozying up in the homestay’s tearoom, we steeped a pot of aged white tea, paired perfectly with the host’s freshly baked savory snacks—crispy and fragrant. The rain soon passed. As clouds parted, we stepped outside to watch light play across the homestay’s infinity pool, where the water seemed to merge with the sea at the horizon. With other guests out exploring, we had the entire homestay to ourselves, snapping photos nonstop. Just then, a flock of seagulls soared over the ocean, drawing gasps of delight—a moment of pure magic. Only at checkout did we realize we’d never left the homestay. Yet the dancing light, gentle sea breeze, and sound of rain on the pool had already woven Xiapu’s essence quietly into our journey. Accommodation: ~250 CNY per person. Meals: flexible budget. Parking: Free roadside parking allowed on the seaside of the homestay’s street. Fuzhou to Xiapu: 90 CNY tolls, 0 fuel costs (thanks to our electric car—haha!).

Departed from Shanghai by high-speed train at 9:30 AM on Saturday. When the scenery outside the window began to show marine aquaculture scenes, after four hours and twenty minutes, I arrived at Xiapu Railway Station. Took a taxi straight to Sansha East Wall Village in the homestay area, about a half-hour drive. Checked into a seaside homestay at the eastern tip of the village—Yunshang Fuyao. Opening the window revealed the shimmering sea, and the warm sea breeze greeted me. Chose a romantic round bed room I liked and ordered my favorite special drink. With such great weather, I peacefully waited for the sunset at the homestay that afternoon. The sunset was stunning; the entire sea turned into an orange ocean. At that moment, my mind was completely empty. The next day, I woke up naturally, had breakfast, and set off at 10 AM. A half-hour drive brought me to Yangjiaxi Banyan and Maple Park. The park in the mist looked like an ink painting. I sought out the 800-year-old "King of Banyan Trees," whose rough bark was marked with the traces of time. Standing under the giant umbrella-like canopy, the ancient banyan’s roots intertwined, and the hanging aerial roots swayed gently in the wind. It made me feel so small. I couldn’t resist taking a special photo with a small basket. Banyan and Maple Park and Yangjiaxi Park are two separate parks with separate entrance fees. Rafting, zip-lining, and slides require additional fees. Due to limited time, I only had a brief visit. Tossing stones into the creek, splashing water, startling a few dragonflies. Children played, their laughter echoing through the woods. The weather was still a bit hot. Left Yangjiaxi Park around 3 PM. After an hour’s drive back toward Xiapu County, I stopped at Taikang Road Food Street for snacks and desserts, then slowly and sweetly headed back. I want to especially praise the homestay for thoughtfully planning the tour details and arranging transportation, making the whole trip smooth and time-saving.