I'm leaving this review because my week here was incredibly meaningful and happy.
The house condition is not just the same as the photos—it's even better than the pictures. It was more comfortable than home.
First, it's a view gem and an air quality gem.
The view outside the window shown in the photos is real. Please also check my photos. With its elevated location, you can see all of Yangpyeong downtown—it's a true view gem.
The air is clean. In the city, if you leave a chair outside for just an hour, you'll wipe it with tissue and black soot comes off. There's none of that here. Every time I wipe it with tissue, it's always clean. No exhaust fumes at all, and it's quiet. The bird sounds are amazing. When I open the windows wide in the morning and evening, cool natural breezes flow in. Of course, there's air conditioning and a ceiling fan, but nothing beats natural air. I did sunbathing and forest bathing on the terrace.
Right behind is Baekun Peak. The hiking trail entrance is just 10 minutes away. There's a forest bathing area in the mountains and a shallow valley too. I regret not being able to hike every day. It's only a 10-minute drive to Yangpyeong Station, so I even commuted to Seoul for work one day. There are large markets in the downtown area.
Second, it's clean. The host swept and cleaned right before check-in. The house is like new construction. The wallpaper, flooring, furniture, and fixtures are all clean and pleasant.
No bugs or mosquitoes. It's not that insects are repelled with artificial chemicals. I think it's because of the elevated location. The host takes such good care of the garden and vegetable patch that just looking at them is healing.
Third, the house is really spacious. The photos don't capture it all. The ceiling height is high. Not only the living room but both bedrooms are spacious too. There are three bathrooms, which is so convenient. This creates a sense of openness and makes you feel relaxed.
Fourth, the sofa, bed, TV, dining table, bathroom, kitchen, and all other facilities are comfortable and high-end, as if custom-made. The outlets and fixtures are arranged according to daily movement patterns, making it feel like my own home. The bed is so good I didn't wake up once all night.
Fifth, I was moved by the host's character and kindness. Thank you for the quick responses. The host told me to pick and eat vegetables from the garden, and they're so fresh. I'm expressing my gratitude for this week, albeit in a short review.