A Year at HuaYi
Nestled in Dianshan Lake, Shanghai’s largest freshwater lake, and embraced by rice fields, ancient water towns, and the East Asian–Australasian bird migration route—come and experience a quieter side of the Shanghai countryside.
Spring
Willow trees signal the start of spring, releasing catkins that cast a white mist over the lake.
Summer
Summer paints the hills with wildflowers;
Cicadas buzz and frogs croak, weaving the air into summer’s symphony.
Autumn
Autumn arrives softly. Rice plants shift from green to golden, standing tall and ready for harvest.
Winter
The air is biting, yet the sun pierces through, offering brief moments of warmth.
In the countryside, food is dried and stored, while the fields lie quiet, waiting for spring’s return.
Check out the activities you can do while being with us:
OUR ACTIVITIES
We invite you to explore this place at your own pace.
Go fishing by the lake. Ride a bike through the fields. Watch the birds as they come and go with the seasons.
Spend the morning walking with your pet, or enjoy a quiet picnic among the pine trees with family.
Swim in our indoor pool by the lakeside, and as evening falls, gather by the bonfire and look up at the stars.
Activities around us:
Jinze Water Town
Wander through the enchanting Jinze Water Town, where history comes alive amid ancient streets and picturesque canals. Cross timeless stone bridges, admire traditional architecture, and explore the historic buddhist temple.
Kayaking on Dianshan Lake
Paddle through what locals call the “Qingpu Amazon,” where tree-lined waterways weave across historic water towns. Drift in and out of dappled shade, take in the lakeside scenery, and experience a different rhythm of the countryside— one full of discovery.
OUR PEOPLE
Our team comes from the nearby Jingze villages,
bringing with them the warmth, humility, and sincerity woven into everyday life here.
They welcome each guest with quiet care — not formal, but familiar
— offering thoughtful service that feels natural and close.
It’s the kind of hospitality that isn’t taught, but simply shared — like home.
