Travel Guide: Puli House, Nantou County

Tucked in the mist-shrouded foothills of central Taiwan’s Nantou County, Puli House is a charming boutique homestay that puts the laid-back magic of Puli Town at your fingertips. For travelers craving a quiet, comfortable base to explore Taiwan’s scenic heartland, this cozy property delivers all the essentials you need for a relaxing getaway, far from the crowds of Taipei or Taichung.

Hotel Overview

Puli House is located at No.22, Dacheng 3rd Lane, a quiet residential lane in central Puli Town, walking distance from local night markets and transit hubs. Every room is designed for simple comfort: all are smoke-free, fitted with air conditioning, tile flooring, and free high-speed WiFi to keep you connected during your stay. Each room comes with all the basics you’ll need for an extended stay: coffee and tea-making facilities, a flat-screen TV, a desk, a wardrobe, clothing racks, and a mini fridge stocked with space for local snacks and drinks. The en-suite private bathroom includes a rainfall shower, free toiletries, a hair dryer, soft towels, and slippers, making it easy to unwind after a day of hiking or sightseeing. Note that the property does not offer on-site parking, so travelers arriving by car will need to arrange for public parking nearby, and the staff communicates primarily in Chinese.

Nearby Local Attractions

Three standout attractions are all within a 30-minute drive of Puli House, perfect for day trips. First, Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan’s most iconic alpine lake, is just 25 kilometers away. Rent a bike to cycle the 30-kilometer loop around the lake, take a boat tour to the idyllic Lalu Island, and stop at the Wenwu Temple for panoramic views of the water. Second, Puli Brewery Factory is 10 minutes from the homestay, where you can learn about Taiwan’s famous shaoxing wine production, sample aged brews, and pick up sweet rice wine snacks to take home. Third, Cingjing Farm is a 40-minute drive up the mountains, a high-altitude sheep farm where you can feed grazing sheep, walk through rolling meadows, and enjoy cool mountain breezes and dramatic views of the Central Mountain Range.

Travel Tips

Since there is no on-site parking at Puli House, if you’re renting a car, book a spot at the public Dacheng Street parking lot 5 minutes’ walk from the property in advance, especially during peak holiday seasons. Puli’s weather is mild year-round, but mountain excursions to Cingjing can get cool in the evenings, so pack a light waterproof jacket even in summer. For meals, walk 10 minutes to Puli’s downtown night market to try local specialties like wild mushroom soup, pineapple cake, and Puli’s famous osmanthus jelly. If you don’t speak Mandarin, use a translation app to communicate with the friendly front desk staff, who are happy to share local hidden hiking trails and dining recommendations.