Unbelievable Miaoli Escape: Hemerocallis Country House Awaits!
Okay, buckle up buttercup, because we're diving headfirst into the utterly enchanting, potentially slightly chaotic world of the Unbelievable Miaoli Escape: Hemerocallis Country House Awaits! This isn't just a hotel review; it's a full-blown experience. Prepare for a bumpy, beautiful ride.
First Impressions & the Accessibility Shuffle:
Alright, let's be real. Finding Hemerocallis feels a little like a quest. You'll wind your way through Miaoli's rolling hills, and the anticipation builds. The first thing you need to know is about Accessibility. Now, I'm not in a wheelchair, but I'm always checking, because, frankly, it's 2024, and everyone deserves a good holiday! They do mention Facilities for disabled guests. Which is great! But the specific details? A wee bit elusive. Best to call ahead and triple-check. I'm not seeing specific details on the website, but this might be because the Country House is tucked away in such a secluded location and may not be fully accessible. Still if you have any access needs, checking in advance is essential. This is an area where I'd love to see them beef up the information (and maybe even hire a consultant to take a critical look).
Internet, Glorious Internet (and the Lack of a Landline Era):
Okay, let's get to the modern stuff. I'm a digital nomad, so Internet is LIFE. Thankfully, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! is a massive win. The Wi-Fi in public areas seemed decent, too. I'm happy to report Internet [LAN] is an option as well. This is a real throwback, although I did not use a LAN cable, seeing as I have an aversion to that extra cable. The actual "speed"? Pretty solid, I could at least video chat without pixelating my face into oblivion. Yes, I need the whole world to see me!
Things to Do, Ways to Relax (and Maybe Overthink Your Existence):
This is where Hemerocallis shines. Seriously, I found myself actually RELAXING. The Pool with a view? Stunning. I spent a shameful amount of time just floating, gazing at the mountains the whole time. It's a perfect place for ways to relax. I'd say, if you need a body scrub, body wrap, fitness center…that's just a bonus! Maybe if I'd felt even more energetic in the mornings, I might have used the Gym/fitness facilities.
The real showstopper? The Spa. I'm talking Massage, Sauna, Spa/sauna, Steamroom. I practically lived in the steamroom. Just me, the steam, and my existential worries. The experience was amazing.
Honestly, the whole place encourages you to unwind. The outdoor swimming pool is a perfect place to start the day, and the foot bath is just what I needed.
Cleanliness and Safety (Because Post-Pandemic Anxiety is Real):
Okay, let's be responsible and talk about the boring stuff, but it's important! The team is apparently incredibly serious, so I felt like I was in a bubble. The site states they use Anti-viral cleaning products, provide Hand sanitizer, and have Daily disinfection in common areas. There's Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, and they even have Rooms sanitized between stays. This is all brilliant and should give you peace of mind. Other safeguards include Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment, and even Sanitized kitchen and tableware items. All in all, super reassuring.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking (Prepare to Indulge!):
Now for the fun part, eh? The food. Let me just say this: Hemerocallis does not skimp on the deliciousness.
- Restaurants: They have multiple restaurants! A la carte in restaurant, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Buffet in restaurant, International cuisine in restaurant, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast! I could not stop eating!
- The Bar: They have a Bar! Yes! (They seemed to be having a Happy hour too.)
- Coffee/Tea: I was in heaven with Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop!
- Poolside and Snacks: There is a Poolside bar that is very good and a Snack bar.
Services and Conveniences (The Little Things That Matter):
Here's where Hemerocallis shows its true colors. They've thought of everything.
- The Essentials: Air conditioning in public area, Concierge, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Elevator, Facilities for disabled guests, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Safety deposit boxes. You're covered!
- Conveniences: Cash withdrawal, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Dry cleaning, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop.
- For the Special: If I were planning a wedding, which I'm not, I'd consider it. The Meeting/banquet facilities, Seminars, Outdoor venue for special events, Indoor venue for special events, Meetings.
- Other Notes: There's Room service [24-hour] which is essential. Invoice provided, if needed, and they even offer Babysitting service and Family/child friendly facilities.
For the Kids (Or the Kid in You!):
There are Kids facilities and a Kids meal. The place seemed super family-friendly.
Rooms (The Cozy Nook of Your Dreams):
Okay, the rooms. Let's just say, I could happily live in one.
- The Basics: Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Mini bar, Non-smoking, Private bathroom, Refrigerator, Satellite/cable channels, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.
- The Extras: They have Internet access – wireless, they have an On-demand movies option, and Interconnecting room(s) available.
Getting Around (Because You Have to Leave Eventually):
They offer Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Taxi service, and Valet parking.
The Imperfections (Because Perfection is Boring):
Look, no place is perfect. I did have a minor issue with the room service one night (took a bit longer than expected), and the signage could be a little clearer.
The Anecdote that Sums It Up:
So, I was at the pool, which is stunning, and I was thinking… just thinking. And I overheard a couple arguing about what restaurant to eat at. Because, yeah, the options are that good. The point is, this place is that kind of getaway. It's a place where you can either argue about dinner, or forget what you were arguing about.
Quirky Observation:
They have these tiny, adorable teacups in the room. It's a small thing, but it just makes you feel… pampered. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t like being pampered?
Emotional Reaction:
Leaving was hard. I actually felt a pang of sadness. This may or may not have involved actual tears.
My Opinion:
Unbelievable Miaoli Escape: Hemerocallis Country House Awaits! is amazing. It's a true escape, a place where you can unwind, recharge, and indulge in the good life. It's not pretentious. It's not stuffy. It's just… wonderfully inviting. And while improvements could be made on the clarity of accessibility, the overall experience is truly special.
The Offer (That's Designed to Make You Swoon and Book!):
Craving a Miaoli Escape? Unbelievable Miaoli Escape: Hemerocallis Country House Awaits!
Tired of the same old thing? Yearning for a true escape? Then pack your bags and prepare to be utterly enchanted by Hemerocallis Country House! Forget the grind and embrace the tranquility of Miaoli's rolling hills.
Here's What Awaits You:
- Breathtaking Views: Wake up to stunning mountain vistas and soak in the beauty of the landscape.
- Spa Bliss: Indulge in a massage, melt your worries away in the sauna, and emerge feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
- Culinary Delights: From authentic Asian cuisine to international favorites, delight your taste buds in our diverse dining options. Enjoy a happy hour, or take in a snack at the snack bar!
- Unrivaled Comfort: Relax in our luxuriously appointed rooms, complete with all the amenities you could desire. *
Alright, buckle up buttercups. We're going on a wild ride to Hemerocallis Country House in Miaoli, Taiwan. Forget pristine itineraries, this is the real deal. Think less 'organized travel blogger' and more 'slightly caffeinated, perpetually-lost travel companion.'
Hemerocallis Country House: A Miaoli Mess (But in a Good Way)
Day 1: Arrival of Chaos (and Delicious Dumplings)
- 9:00 AM (ish, who's counting?): Land in Taoyuan. Wow, the humidity hits you like a wall! Immediately I'm regretting wearing my fancy, travel-ready cargo pants - I swear they're already soaked.
- 10:00 AM (more or less): Finding the airport train. Oh god, I hate navigating public transport in a new country. I swear, the signs are mocking me. "To Miaoli? Eventually." Good luck with that. Finally, got it.
- 11:30 AM (hopefully): Train ride to Miaoli. Admiring the scenery. Rice paddies whizz by, a green blur. I'm pretty sure I saw a water buffalo, or maybe it was just a particularly grumpy-looking dog. The journey is punctuated by the occasional rogue noodle from my breakfast (yes, I ate noodles for breakfast. Don't judge me.)
- 1:00 PM (ish): We arrive at Miaoli, wow, getting off the train and the realness setting in, I wonder how will I get to my country house? This is where my (highly questionable) mapping skills kick in. After a lot of circling and a slightly aggressive encounter with a scooter-riding grandma who clearly knows the area better than Google Maps, we locate a taxi. "Hemerocallis Country House, please!" I shout, feeling like the most adventurous person in the world.
- 2:00 PM: Arrive at the heavenly Hemerocallis. It's like stepping into a fairy tale… if the fairy tale had a slightly overgrown garden and a chorus of cicadas singing the theme song to my existential dread. Check-in is easy enough, but the real action starts now.
- 2:30 PM: Room Sweet Room: The room at Hemerocallis is incredible. Big windows, so cool, comfortable, and I'm relieved.
- 3:00 PM: Indulge in some Taiwan snacks. I'm heading into the nearby town, in search of something authentic to eat and the shopkeeper gives me some pineapple cake. Delicious, but the sugar rush might make me crazy.
- 4:00 PM: Snack break at a little shop I find in town. Oh, the dumplings! So delicious, I devoured them so quickly I almost choked. Okay so I did choke, I coughed for a solid minute, attracting the concerned gaze of a local eating noodles at the table next to me. He asked me in Mandarin if I was ok. I just coughed and pointed at the dumplings, which earned a genuine laugh from him. He smiled. I smiled. Food brings people together.
- 6:00 PM: I attempt a short stroll, but the heat is making me feel like a wilted lettuce leaf. I retreat to the AC, with a book and a cold drink. I'm already exhausted, and then I realize I didn't pack a book…
- 7:00 PM: Dinner at country house, I'm hoping for some local specialties. I will be happy if I don't choke again.
Day 2: Blossoms, Butterflies, and Minor Meltdowns
- 8:00 AM (ish): Woke up and slept like a log. Breakfast is announced, and I find breakfast with local items.
- 9:00 AM : Explore the surroundings. This is the day I visit the Hemerocallis flowers (day lilies). I go through the trails. The scenery is gorgeous, I'm a sucker for hills and forests.
- 10:00 AM: Now comes the real journey. I'm searching for the butterflies, mentioned in the brochure. After another episode with a very grumpy mosquito, and failing to take the perfect photo I'm slowly losing it and start feeling overwhelmed.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch. The food is good again. Thank god. I don't know how I can keep exploring with an empty stomach.
- 1:00 PM: I'm back to the trails, determined to see the butterflies, so I give up on this quest. I don't think I'm cut out for this adventure! Where are the butterflies? How many pictures of flowers do I need to take before I find myself?
- 2:00 PM: I go back in the room and cry.
- 3:00 PM: I'm going to the pool. I need to relax, soak in the sun, maybe cry a little less.
- 5:00 PM: I'm back in my room, and the sun is setting. I see that the day might not be as bad as it seemed. I eat some snacks and think about how I will cope with the next day.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner. I eat with the other tourists.
- 8:00 PM: Back in my room, sleeping to be at peace.
Day 3: Farewell, Miaoli, You Beautiful Mess.
- 8:00 AM: Farewell breakfast. Lots of tasty things and happy faces.
- 9:00 AM: Last walk around the grounds of Hemerocallis. I can finally appreciate the beauty.
- 10:00 AM: The taxi arrives. I'm leaving with a suitcase heavier with snacks. Goodbye Hemerocallis, goodbye crazy flowers. Goodbye Miaoli.
- 12:00 PM: Back on the train. I have a feeling this isn't goodbye, but "see you later." One thing's for sure, I'll be back.
Post-Trip Thoughts (aka The Real Recap):
Okay, so Hemerocallis might not be a perfectly polished, Instagram-ready experience. It's messy, it's beautiful, it's got its quirks. The butterflies? I never did find them. But the dumplings? The kindness of strangers? The beauty of the hills? That's what made the trip real. Don't be afraid to wander, to get lost, to almost choke on a dumpling. Embrace the chaos, because that's where the best stories are found. And hey, maybe next time, I'll actually pack a book.
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FAQ: Miaoli's Unbelievable Escape at Hemerocallis Country House - (Because Seriously, You Need This)
Okay, so... Hemerocallis. Sounds fancy. What *is* it, exactly? Is it even worth the hype?
Alright, picture this: you, fried from city life, desperately craving... *something*. Peace? Nature? Instagram-worthy photo ops? Hemerocallis Country House, nestled in Miaoli, Taiwan's hills, is kind of all of the above. It's not Disneyland, mind you. And that’s a *good* thing. It's a collection of charming, rustic cabins amidst a sea of... well, mainly daylilies (that's the 'hemerocallis' part – fancy, right?). And the hype? Yeah, it's mostly deserved. I went expecting... well, I don't know what I was expecting, but it blew me away. My inner grumpy cat *almost* forgot to judge everything (almost!).
Daylilies? Really? Is this going to be a floral nightmare? I'm allergic to pollen! (Also, are there bees?)
Okay, deep breaths. Daylilies. Yes. *Lots* of daylilies. But, and this is HUGE, they're mostly the non-pollen-triggering varieties, according to the staff, at least. I didn't sneeze once! The bees... well, they *are* there. Buzzing about, doing their bee thing. Think of it as nature's background music. I, personally, am petrified of bees. Like, full-on hide-under-the-table level terrified. But honestly? They mostly kept to themselves. Probably because they saw the sheer terror in my eyes. I kept my distance, they kept theirs, we had a fragile peace. Just don't flail around wildly -- the bees are really just trying to get to work, not attack you.
The cabins... what are they like? Cozy? Cramped? Hotel-y?
Cozy is the key word. Not *cramped*, thankfully. They're cute, seriously. Think wooden walls, a balcony that practically begs you to sip tea while watching the sunrise (which I did, by the way – huge win!), and enough space to actually, you know, *breathe*. Don't expect the Ritz. They're rustic, remember? But they're clean, comfortable, and have everything you need. The air conditioning works... thank goodness. The bed was actually pretty amazing. And I've slept in some terrible hotel beds. It’s kind of like staying in a really well-loved cabin, not a cookie-cutter hotel room. And the *smell* of the wood... bliss. It made me want to become a lumberjack (briefly, because, you know, bugs).
Food! What's the food situation? Do I have to pack snacks? (Because I totally would).
Okay, listen up. The food *alone* is worth the trip. Seriously. They offer meals, and they're phenomenal. Think fresh, local ingredients, cooked with love. They have these homemade dumplings... I still dream about them. And the vegetables! Everything tastes like sunshine and happiness. You *have* to try the local dishes. I'm not even a huge vegetable person, but I ate everything. Everything! (Okay, maybe I left a few leaves, shhh...) They cater to dietary restrictions if you tell them in advance – which is awesome. No need to pack snacks, unless you're like me and have a bottomless pit for a stomach. (I may or may not have snuck a bag of chips into my cabin, shhh...again!)
What is there *to do* besides eat and sleep? Get specific, please!
Right, so, this isn't the place for a wild party. It's about unwinding. You can wander the daylily fields (obviously). There are walking trails of varying difficulty… (I chose the easy one. My knees thanked me). They have a beautiful tea house, where you can sip local tea and stare at the view. Honestly, just sitting on your balcony, doing absolutely nothing, is a perfectly acceptable activity. I spent a whole afternoon reading a book. I haven’t done that in years. I felt like a different person. There's a small shop with local crafts and jams (highly recommend the guava jam!). You can go for a swim in the nearby creek if you're feeling adventurous. (I was not. See: bees.) It's perfect if you want to escape the madness of modern life. If you're looking for constant stimulation, this might not be for you. But honestly, I came back feeling… *lighter*. And that's priceless.
Okay, so... is it actually "unbelievable"? What's the catch?
Unbelievable? Well, mostly. It's *beautiful*. And the food is *divine*. And the peace... is truly *present*. But, and there's always a but, right? The drive there is a bit winding. Okay, it's *very* winding. If you get motion sickness, pack the Dramamine. And the internet… well, it’s iffy. Embrace the digital detox! Also, you're in nature. So expect… nature things. Like the aforementioned bees (again, I'm sorry I keep bringing them up. I'm working through it). And the occasional bug. And maybe some unexpected rain. BUT, the staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating. It might also get a little pricey, it's not a budget trip. But overall? Absolutely worth it. I'd go back in a heartbeat. Even with the bees. (Maybe with a beekeeper suit... just kidding... mostly.)
What's the *worst* part? Be honest!
Okay, the worst part... hmm... probably the lack of reliable internet (but, as I said, that's also a blessing). I desperately needed to check my email. I almost had to face my to-do list! It turned out okay in the end. I was forced to actually relax. And... okay... I admit it... I kind of hated the mosquitos at night (I swear they *knew* to target me). I forgot insect repellent. Rookie mistake. But even those little nuisances couldn’t ruin the overall experience. The sheer beauty, the quiet, the FOOD... it all overshadows the minor annoyances. And honestly, after a while, I just embraced the digital detox and the mosquito bites. It's all part of the adventure, right?
Anything I should *really* know before I go? One last tip?
Bring comfortable shoes – you *will* be walking!. Pack insect repellent! And most importantly… bring an open mind. Don't expect perfection. Embrace the beauty, the peace, and the slightly quirky charm of HemCozy Stay Spot
