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Chongqing · Sixia Mountain Hidden Homestay Along a Century-old Mountain Path

Nestled deep in Hufeng Mountain of Zengjiazhen in Chongqing's Shapingba District, this homestay neighbors an ancient temple and lush forests, exclusively enjoying the serene sanctuary of "Chongqing's Little Jiuzhaigou." Located in a valley next to University Town, you can navigate directly to "Sixia Mountain Hidden" to arrive. When driving, pay attention to forest road signs along the verdant journey, like entering a painting of a hidden paradise; for taxis, it's recommended to book round trips in advance as there's no direct public transportation to the mountain, though hiking allows you to experience the wild charm of pine breezes and birdsong. With "seclusion" as its soul, designers transformed an old house with remaining rammed earth walls into a modern aesthetic space with steel frame and glass structure. The old walls carry the vicissitudes of time, while transparent glass curtain walls bring mountain forests and sea of clouds indoors—where history and nature dance together as light and shadows shift. The terrace features a glass-covered water feature reflecting the sky and trees, where you can watch clouds gather and disperse, capturing forest-themed photos effortlessly. Rooms are cleverly named after everyday pleasures and scholarly pursuits like "Listening to Music by the Firewood," "Playing Chess with Rice," and "Toasting with Vinegar," ingeniously blending daily life with literary elegance. Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows in each room face directly toward the forest—open them in the morning to see rolling clouds, and at night sleep under starry skies. Smart door locks, bathtubs, custom tea sets, and high-thread-count cotton bedding show the exquisite attention to detail and warmth of mountain living. Morning breakfast: Choose between Chinese and Western options, with recommended local handmade noodles with soft-boiled eggs, accompanied by a bowl of wild mushroom porridge to awaken your taste buds. Hidden Kitchen: The menu changes seasonally, with the chef incorporating seasonal ingredients from Hufeng Mountain—matsutake stewed with free-range chicken, wild bamboo shoots with cured meat stew—every bite is nature's gift. Afternoon tea: Don't miss the "Highland Clear Dew Drink" and osmanthus frost dessert—osmanthus jelly served in crystal cups, delicately sweet with both visual appeal and delightful flavor.
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