This summer, why not escape to a secluded standalone courtyard in the mountains just 1.5 hours from Beijing?

For restless souls like me who always want to explore but dread the summer heat 😥, this is the perfect getaway. I recently discovered this hidden gem of a vacation-style homestay, brimming with Instagrammable resort vibes. The blue pool paired with the minimalist white villa and the Japanese-style private hot spring in the backyard 🛀🏻♨️ will wash away all your fatigue ✌🏻️ 🌟 Homestay Overview √ Features 5 two-story villas sharing a large courtyard with a swimming pool, stylish seating, a dining area, and a kids' trampoline. √ Each villa has its own spacious backyard for barbecues, complete with a private hot spring and a stunning mountain view! √ The homestay has a clever border collie named "Wang Zulan" who loves playing with guests and never barks unnecessarily. 📸 Photo Ops 1. The pool comes with a unicorn inflatable—bring your swimsuit for Bali-style Instagram shots. 2. Meet the super-obedient border collie in the yard who’ll not only play with you but also pose for photos. 3. There’s an underground photo area where you can capture underwater-style shots. 4. Don’t miss the villa’s backyard—lush greenery makes the perfect backdrop for laid-back photos. 🌟 Room Details √ We stayed in Villa No. 7, featuring a stone-built circular private hot spring and free kimonos for that authentic Japanese photo op. √ The two-story villa includes a living room + kitchen + 1.8m master bedroom downstairs, and two upstairs rooms sleeping 3 and 4 people, plus a large balcony overlooking the courtyard. √ Each room has an ensuite bathroom with full amenities. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking—pots, pans, and seasonings included. 🏠 On-Site Activities: 🀄 Play mahjong with friends or go hiking by day. 🍸 Soak in the private hot spring, barbecue, or watch movies by night. 👘 Dress up in kimonos for a photoshoot with your girlfriends! 👉🏻 Nearby Attractions ❶ Qingshan Garden 1km (10min) ❷ Yongning Ancient Town 10km (15min) ❸ Longqing Gorge 20km (25min) ❹ World Garden Expo Park 21km (40min) 🍽 Dining: We brought our own pot and ingredients for a family hotpot feast! The homestay provides full kitchenware, but you can also order their signature "iron pot stew" if you don’t feel like cooking. ⛰ Navigation: Dayin Yushi • Jingyin Nanshan 🚕 Address: Shannangou Village, Liubinbao Town, Yanqing District 🅿️ Parking: Free lot at the village entrance 🎫 Booking: Better deals on Trip.com (packages are more cost-effective) 📖 If you found this guide helpful, don’t forget to like, save, and follow! Your support fuels my updates. See you in the next post~