Falling Asleep Under the Stars at Huolu Mountain｜This Guangzhou Homestay Cured My Monday Blues

OMG, you guys! Guangzhou actually has this "healing homestay tucked halfway up the mountain" — Deshe Life! Just a 20-minute drive from Tianhe to Huolu Mountain, and the moment you step in, the mountain breeze instantly washes away your stress. Escaping the city for the weekend and sleeping under the stars until dawn—this is the weekend every hardworking soul deserves! 🌿 📍Perfect location! 20 minutes to downtown, with mountain views right outside your window The homestay is nestled in the back hills of Huolu Mountain—just search "Deshe Life" for navigation. A 20-minute drive from Zhujiang New Town (or get picked up by the butler from Zhihui Cheng Station on Line 21!), and as you wind up the mountain road, your phone signal fades, replaced by birdsong and the rustling wind. Say goodbye to the city's hustle in an instant! 👋 🌟Starry skylight rooms + spacious terrace! Romantic galaxy-gazing from bed This time, we stayed in a two-bedroom standalone villa (54 sqm + super spacious!). The two king bedrooms on the second floor are a detail-lover’s dream—featuring a freestanding tub, Hermès bath amenities, a Dyson hairdryer, and even Instagram-worthy wooden combs. But the showstopper? The skylight on the top floor! On clear nights, open it up, and the entire starry sky "falls" right into your room 🌌✨. My bestie and I bundled up in blankets, counting stars from bed, feeling like we’d stepped into a fairy tale. ☕️The homestay radiates "slow living" vibes! Coffee, tea, and booze all included The property is divided into the "homestay area" and the "lifestyle hub," connected by a 15-minute forest trail. The hub has a book nook, coffee bar, and cocktail lounge. We arrived in the afternoon and immediately indulged in the complimentary afternoon tea (cake + fruit, so elegant!), savoring every bite with the mountain breeze—even the air tasted sweeter. At night, we sipped wine to live guitar music. Now that’s how you do weekends right! 🍷 🍲Worn out? Feast on authentic farmhouse dishes next door Right beside the homestay is a farmhouse restaurant (highly recommended by the owner!). Their mountain-water tofu melts in your mouth, and their free-range chicken is so flavorful you’ll lick the plate clean—all for just 50+ RMB per person. After eating, take a stroll in the courtyard to digest, and let the mountain breeze carry away any lingering food smells (lol) 😂. 🎨Hidden gems nearby! Like Guangzhou’s own Jiaochangwei Huolu Mountain’s surroundings are packed with artsy studios and cozy bars. Wandering along the mountain path, we stumbled upon a handmade ceramics shop (the owner patiently taught us pottery wheel techniques) and a coffee truck hidden under the trees (iced Americano for just 5 RMB!). If you have time, hike up Huolu Mountain (moderate difficulty, beginner-friendly~). 💡TIPS: ① Every room comes with a free minibar (snacks and drinks on the house!); ② The villa offers shuttle service (just let the butler know in advance~); ③ Bring mosquito repellent in summer (mountain bugs are no joke⚠️); ④ Weekends get busy, so book early (trust us, peak season sells out fast!). 📍Deshe Life Homestay, Guangzhou