Above Erhai Lake, I found a tranquil haven at this designer homestay

"Huai Jiang" is the name of this homestay's terrace courtyard king room—spacious and grand. For this getaway, I chose Manshu·Taotangzhiqiu Seaview Hotel (Dali Erhai Branch) and immersed myself in the artistic vibe of a designer homestay ✨ 💫 Reasons to recommend: 1️⃣ The homestay is located at the end of a small alley in Shuanglang Dajianpang Village. Stepping inside feels like entering another world—whether it's the rustic log cabin 🏡 design of the front desk and minibar, the Chinese-style courtyard with green banana leaves and red maple leaves 🍁, or the stone-paved restaurant with its raw texture 🪨, every corner exudes artistic charm 🎨. 2️⃣ The homestay embraces a wabi-sabi aesthetic while incorporating local Bai ethnic elements like white walls and gray tiles, adding historical depth. Here, you’ll feel as if you’ve traveled through time, sensing the passage of history in every tile. 3️⃣ The rooms are fully equipped with modern, high-end amenities: Marshall speakers, Dyson hair dryers, giant-screen projectors, separate wet/dry bathrooms, refrigerators, capsule 💊 coffee machines, bathtubs 🛁, air conditioning, safes, and smart toilets. 🏡 Recommended room: The Huai Jiang Terrace Courtyard Room (the same one Ma Tianyu stayed in!) is my top pick. Visiting Dali doesn’t always mean chasing sea views—experiencing one of the most competitive homestay markets in the country is an adventure in itself. This room is exceptionally quiet, with a massive starlit terrace perfect for sipping wine, enjoying barbecue, feeling the breeze, and heartfelt conversations 💕—pure bliss. 🌈 Services include: Welcome fruits, breakfast, afternoon tea, goodnight milk, butler service, travel guides 🗺️, parking, and photo-shoot experiences. The butler’s attentiveness made me feel right at home—this stay was truly exceptional‼️ For bookings, I recommend reserving about 10 days in advance. Wishing you a wonderful journey too 💗