[2025 Dushan Hotels] Travel Guide for The Heart of the Mountains Jiaxiuyan Homestay (Updated Jul)

Tired of the hustle and bustle of city life? This time, I chose to stay at "The Heart of the Mountains - Jiafengyan," a secluded guesthouse nestled deep in the mountains of southern Guizhou. It turned out to be a soul-cleansing journey! Starting from Dushan County, a two-hour hike through canyons and waterfalls leads you to this hidden retreat. With no cell signal, you're completely cut off from the outside world, but in exchange, you're surrounded by lush greenery and the soothing sound of flowing water, as if stepping into a poetic painting. The guesthouse is a renovated 1960s house with only four themed rooms: the simple elegance of the Tao Yuanming Room, the grandeur of the Dante Room, the vibrant colors of the Rilke Room, and the modern brightness of the Eliot Room. Each room is lined with bookshelves, and the windows open to views of streams and forests. At night, the sound of chirping insects lulls you to sleep, offering a complete escape from the chaos of the world. Although transportation is inconvenient, the housekeeper will help transport your luggage on horseback, and the chef's locally sourced dishes are absolutely exceptional! If you're tired of standardized hotels and want to experience true "poetic living," this is undoubtedly a hidden paradise. Note: Be sure to book in advance, as you might have to wait up to two years for a reservation!

Must-visit in early summer in Qiannan! Poet's handcrafted cliffside stargazing homestay🌿✨ 🚗 After a 2-hour drive from Guiyang and a 3-hour hike, we finally discovered this hidden gem on the cliffside! The entire village has only about a dozen Bouyei ethnic families, who greet you with warm smiles—instant heartwarming vibes～🏡 The homestay was actually built over 6 years by a poet, carried up piece by piece on backs and horses. All four suites are named after poets—we stayed in the "Dante Room," a two-story space for four people with mountain views right from the bed. At ¥1,880/night, it's worth every penny! 🍳 Meals feature tomatoes and cucumbers straight from their garden, and free-range chicken cooked fresh. Wake up to birdsong and fall asleep under a sky sprinkled with stars like sugar🌌 Nearby, wade in the creek, visit waterfalls, or buy honeycomb and honey from villagers as souvenirs🐝 Heads up! Signal is weak in the mountains, so pack enough snacks and drinks for late-night chats by the fire with friends under the stars—this is the true escape from city life～ Early summer in Jiafengyan brings cool mornings and evenings, perfect for short sleeves during the day and sipping wild tea on the terrace at dusk, listening to the wind rustle through the trees, with the scent of greenery in the air🌿 Want to experience a "real-life paradise"? Book "Heart of the Mountains" homestay now!

|The only B&B hidden in the forest without access to the road. About B&B~. Location: Jiafengyan Village, Yingshan Town, Dushan County, Qiannan Prefecture, Guizhou Province. There are 4 rooms in total, and the various styles and characteristics are named after poets. About transportation: The high-speed rail can reach Dushan East or Duyun East. Get off the high-speed rail and take a taxi to Jiafengyan Scenic Area, and then walk and play for about an hour to the store, check in, the housekeeper will contact in advance and greet you in the store. About dining: Due to the special location and environment, there are no restaurants nearby. The housekeeper will contact in advance. Inform the housekeeper in advance and you can meet your dining needs~ In addition to feeling the warm service of the housekeeper, the unique The architectural style and modern facilities are comfortable, and you can also experience the charm of nature. Recommended nearby activities Hiking up the waterfalls, exploring the mysteries of the canyon, and communicating with the Buyi villagers. It is comfortable and joyful. Drink iced beer and fruit in the stream, and pick fruits and vegetables yourself. In the summer, listening to the chirping of insects, sitting by the stream, and feeling the breeze with an average temperature of 25 degrees blowing in the wind, it makes people feel extremely comfortable. It is not only a place to live, but also a place where you can linger, full of natural wonders and surprises, a place to relax and harvest happiness and memories.