Nestled in a tranquil mountain hollow of Dongcun Ancient Village on West Mountain of Taihu Lake, this retreat embodies the poetic Jiangnan philosophy of Sleeping with flowers, living by the lake, offering a secluded, healing escape from the world.Push open your window to see rolling tea plantations and mist-shrouded Taihu waters. A 5-minute drive takes you to the thousand-year-old lanes of Dongcun, the historic Qixian Lane Gate a relic of Da Yus flood control efforts, and the Xu Family Ancestral Halla century-old heritage site once destroyed during the Cultural Revolution, now restored with government funding, designated a protected cultural unit, and open to visitors free of charge. Youll also find Jingxiu Hall, home to the legend of Emperor Qianlong hiding his beloved in a private mansion a story as dramatic as the hit Chinese drama My Fair Princess. In winter, flocks of black-headed gulls gather on the lake, blending wild natural beauty with rich cultural heritage. Far from urban noise, only mountain breezes, bird songs, and lake waves remainmaking it the perfect place to heal and recharge. Design SpaceCentered on New Chinese style modern wellness-focused design, the resort preserves the texture of traditional Jiangnan dwellings with white walls and black tiles, while incorporating warm, gentle elements like solid wood, linen, and floral arrangements. Every guest room features full-view windows that let sunlight and lake views flow in naturally. The public areas include a courtyard tea lounge, fire pit tea station, shared living room, and observation terraceideal for solo relaxation or gatherings with friends, where every corner reflects the poetic minimalism of Huakai Banji Half-Blooming Flowers. Guest Rooms ExperiencesRooms are named after flowers and Song Dynasty ci poetry tune names e.g., Qingzhi, Yulinling, Zuihuayin series, equipped with premium bedding, smart bathrooms, and custom aromatherapy to ensure you sleep soundly surrounded by flower fragrance and lake breezes.The resort offers authentic local experiences mountain hiking, Taihu fishing, tea brewing, courtyard barbecues, and fruitvegetable picking. You can also book customized Hanfu photoshoots in Dongcun Ancient Village. Led by the hosta descendant of the Xu family, the original owners of Xu Family Ancestral Hallyoull explore the ancestral hall to uncover its century-old secrets, wander Jingxiu Hall with its royal legend, and in winter, spot flocks of black-headed gulls on the lake, immersing yourself in West Mountains unique culture and wilderness.Escape the hustle and bustle of the city, come to Huakai Banji Zhenhuamian, and drift off to sleep in the mountains and lakes of West Mountain, Taihuawakened by the scent of flowers and the whisper of lake breezes.