Ming Yueju ^中文版

Introduction

Tucked into the rolling green hills of Nantou’s Guoxing Township, Mingyueju (明玥居) is a quiet pet-friendly mountain escape that trades the crowds of Sun Moon Lake for slow, nature-focused relaxation. Far from the buzz of Taiwan’s major cities, this intimate homestyle guesthouse puts you within easy reach of Guoxing’s best hidden gems, making it ideal for family getaways, romantic retreats, and pet-friendly holidays alike.

Hotel Overview

Located at 15-3, Zhangshuang Lane, Changfu Village, Guoxing Township, Nantou County, Mingyueju delivers comfortable, unpretentious accommodation tailored to slow travel. Every room has a private bathroom with a deep bathtub, free toiletries, a hairdryer, and slippers, with select rooms boasting unobstructed views of surrounding mountains, the on-site children’s pool, or the property’s lush flower garden.

The guesthouse is fully pet-friendly—there’s no extra fee for bringing your four-legged companion, just advance notice is required. On-site facilities include a shared fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator and electric kettle, a sun terrace, free barbecue facilities (a small surcharge applies for terrace access), a picnic area, and a cozy on-site coffee shop. Families love the dedicated indoor and outdoor children’s play areas, board games, children’s books, and shallow children’s pool for hot summer afternoons. Free Wi-Fi covers the entire property, and free private parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For active guests, there are on-site badminton equipment, darts, and organized walking tours to explore nearby trails. All rooms are soundproofed, air-conditioned, hypoallergenic, and fully non-smoking, guaranteeing a restful night’s sleep.

Attractions

Three standout local attractions are all within a 20-minute drive from Mingyueju:

• Beigang River Waterfront Park: Just 10 minutes away, this scenic river park features gentle walking trails, grassy picnic spots, and cool shallow pools perfect for wading on hot days. It’s a popular spot for wild bird watching, and the open riverbanks make it ideal for letting dogs run off-leash.
• Guoxing Coffee Plantation: Nantou is famous for its specialty Taiwanese coffee, and this working hillside plantation offers free tastings and guided tours of its coffee groves. You can pick up freshly roasted beans to take home, and the hilltop viewing platform boasts sweeping views of the Dapu River valley.
• Baodiao Temple Waterfall: A short 15-minute drive from the guesthouse, this hidden 30-meter waterfall is accessed via an easy 20-minute forest walk. The pool at its base is clean and cool for a quick swim, and the shaded trail is perfect for casual hikers of all skill levels.

Travel Tips

The guesthouse only accommodates check-in and check-out in Mandarin, so have a translation app ready if you don’t speak Chinese. If you’re travelling with a pet, be sure to notify the property at the time of booking. Pack comfortable hiking shoes for local trails and layers—mountain temperatures drop significantly in the evening even in summer. For the best experience, visit between late autumn and early spring, when the weather is cool and the mountain views are clear of summer haze.