Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
ing the
house
( Mao Zhuxi Xiatachu; 126 Moganshan)
where Chairman Mao
rested his chubby limbs.
Containing
Ta Mountain
( Tashan) in the northwest, the
Da Keng Scenic
Area
( Dakeng Jingqu) is great for rambling.
For information on
hikes
or for suggestions for activities on Moganshan,
contact well-informed Mark Kitto, author of the riveting
China Cuckoo,
at
Moganshan Lodge (he may appreciate it if you buy a coffee there).
Sleeping
Moganshan is full of hotels of varying quality, most housed in crumbling villas.
Room prices peak at weekends (Friday to Sunday); if you come off-season (eg
early spring) you can expect good discounted rates, but be warned that many
hotels either shut up shop or close for renovation over the winter.
MOGANSHAN HOUSE 23 $$$
( 23 Moganshan Hangliao 23 Hao; 803 3822;
www.moganshanhouse23.com
; 23 Moganshan; 23 weekday d & tw ¥900,
weekend 2 nights ¥2400; )
This exquisitely restored villa hits the
Moganshan nail squarely on the head, bursting with period charm, from art
deco-style sinks, black and white tiled bathroom floors, wooden floorboards
and the original staircase to a lovely English kitchen. It's also kid friendly with a
family room, baby chairs and swings in the garden. With only six rooms, book
well in advance, especially for weekend stays (when it's a minimum two-night
stay). Breakfast is included in room price. Also ask about the two other
Moganshan properties (House 2 and House 25) run by the same owners.
Hotel
Farm Houses
NAKED HOME VILLAGE $$
( 021-6431 8901;
www.nakedretreats.cn
;
329 Moganshan; 329 per person
weekday lodge/bungalow ¥350/520, weekend ¥450/750; )
Naked Retreats
is at the top of a gully below the village, offering a selection of eco-lodges,
farm houses and bungalows enveloped in bamboo forest sleeping anything
from a couple to a crowd; lovely views. Rates are for a minimum double occu-
pancy.
