Baihe Wharf Inn  

Perched under the Tusi Bridge in Furong Town, this century-old inn sits beside the Bai Shui Tan and is just about 50 meters from the big waterfall. Expect cliff-style houses, small bridges and flowing water right outside the door — a truly scenic, historic waterfall-side hideaway.

Housed in a transformed century-old residence, the place blends Xiangxi folk charm with Republic of China gentry touches. Rooms are warmly decorated with local-style influences and include a TV and slippers, while the property channels a rough-yet-refined, aged-yet-elegant vibe inspired by Shen Congwen’s world.

There’s a lively bar, a restaurant serving local dishes, a shared kitchen, karaoke, a library and a picnic area. Practical perks include laundry, ironing and a concierge, plus free airport pick-up and help arranging discounted tickets to nearby scenic spots.

On-site restaurant dishes up local flavors from the region and the bar sets a relaxed evening mood. The shared kitchen gives you the option to cook your own meals.