The pinnacle of homestays in southern Shaanxi, fully booked upon opening, and I got to stay there!

⛰️If you're looking for a place in Shaanxi worth visiting every year, it has to be Hanzhong—the closest area to the Qinling Mountains, with endless mountain vistas, breathtaking natural wonders, and newly opened homestays each year. ⛰️In recent years, Hanzhong has seen a surge in homestays, especially in popular spots like Liuba and Zhenba, but the quality has been hit or miss—except for today’s recommendation: **Huanxi Mountain**. ⛰️This homestay just opened this year but is already set to be southern Shaanxi’s top pick. Even before its launch, it caught the attention of the variety show *Wild Planet*, with stars like Wang Anyu and Wei Daxun staying here. —————— 🏠**Homestay Info** 🌳**Name**: Secluded Countryside · Huanxi Mountain Homestay 🌳**Location**: Qiligou Village, Zhenba County, Hanzhong, Shaanxi 🌳**Transport**: Self-driving recommended for easier exploration 🌳**Room Types**: Forest cabins, private courtyards, scenic guest rooms, etc. 🌳**Amenities**: Infinity pool, cliffside restaurant, forest oxygen bar, etc. 🌳**Nearby Attractions**: Tianxuan Tiankeng (sinkhole), Lixiping, Bashan Forest Farm, Baitianhe Gorge, etc. —————— 🌟**Highlights** ✅**Warm Service & Thoughtful Amenities** 👉From arrival, a butler greets you and escorts you to your room via shuttle. Nestled among trees, the stay exceeds expectations. 👉We stayed in the **Wooden Cross Star** cabin—a two-story wooden suite with 2 bedrooms and 1 living room, perfect for friends. 👉The room amenities are top-tier: welcome fruit, free minibar, pour-over coffee, even sunscreen and straw hats! 👉Luxury toiletries, Dyson hairdryer, and ora² toothpaste—all rivaling five-star hotels. 👉Evening desserts delivered to your room, with cicada songs lulling you to sleep—pure bliss. ✅**Stunning Scenery & Rich Surroundings** 👉The communal areas are fantastic—the infinity pool offers mountain views, a prime photo spot. 👉The cliffside restaurant serves a lavish breakfast; dinner options include the homestay or exploring the old town. 👉The property itself is a vast forest park, ideal for day-long relaxation, with a free-to-use tea room. 👉Nearby, the famous **Tiankeng** (highest-latitude sinkhole cluster in China) and over 300 caves await exploration. —————— ❤️**Stay Tips**: 1️⃣Pack a light jacket—mountain nights are chilly. The bedtime sweet soup ensures sound sleep. Crack the window for cicada lullabies (but keep screens closed—bugs!). 2️⃣Take unused minibar drinks, tea, and coffee. Ask the butler for extra toothbrushes—they’re better than store-bought! 3️⃣Plan a **3-day, 2-night** stay to fully enjoy the area. Must-see: Tiankeng. For off-the-beaten-path vibes, try Bashan Forest Farm and Lixiping.