This guesthouse in Dali｜Only those on the same wavelength understand this “slow time wrapped in the fragrance of tea”

Opening the wooden door to Fanshe Tea Garden, the wind carries the scent of roses, and the copper bells at the eaves jingle—turns out “Zen and tea are one flavor” is not just a slogan, but a life woven into every tile and every cup of tea✨ The guesthouse is nestled in a quiet corner of Xinyi Village, where black-tiled white walls meet old wooden houses, radiating the warmth of time. The handmade old wooden horse in the courtyard gently rocks, sunlight filtered through bamboo blinds dances on the bluestone slabs, and the straw-woven lantern strings hanging under the eaves sway lightly in the breeze… Even the air is infused with the deep fragrance of ancient tree tea, and the cats lazily lounge on the tea table— Here, there is no tourist noise, only the sound of the wind, the stream, and the rustling of turning pages. The rooms feature a Japanese-style natural wood design, and you can change your shoes right at the door (both indoor and outdoor slippers are provided!). Linen curtains hang down over the tatami mats, and the tie-dye cushions are soft and cozy~ The biggest surprise is the tea table: honey-scented golden buds and Baihao Yinzhen paired with a full set of tea utensils, and even a healing little book like "365 Days" is ready— Just curling up on the tatami to copy sutras, drink tea, and read can fill an entire day☀️ ▪️15 minutes to the South Gate of Dali Ancient City, avoid crowds and enjoy plum-carved rice cakes ▪️5 minutes cycling to Panxi S-bend, rent a family bike to chase the Erhai breeze ▪️Walk to Panxi Ecological Corridor to watch red-billed gulls skim the water ▪️The inn also shares secret tips: Mother stone slab barbecue, Bai cuisine… even your meals are well planned! “In Dali, meeting Fanshe Tea Garden is like meeting an old friend who understands you” No need to rush your itinerary, no need to check in deliberately, Brew a cup of tea, play with the cats, watch the kids laugh like little bells on the old wooden horse—this is what Dali should really be like~ 🏨Hotel: Fanshe Tea Garden. Ancient Style Zen Courtyard 📍Address: Xinyi Village, Dali (drive into the village and park roadside, then walk 20 meters) 💡Tips: For families with kids, it’s recommended to book a family room; the tatami plus loft space is super spacious~ “Living here, even time learns to slow down”