Gather Summer's Bounty Amidst the Sea Breeze and Starlight of Laoshan Mountain

Qingdao's romance lies partly in the red-tiled roofs and verdant trees of its old town, and partly in the waves and mist of Laoshan Mountain. On this trip, I avoided the crowds and retreated to a homestay at the foot of Laoshan Mountain where you can experience the sea – Xishe Gathering Sea Headquarters · Castle Homestay (Laoshan Scenic Area Branch). For three days and two nights, I chased the tides to dig for clams and catch crabs during the day, and listened to the sound of the waves to eat seafood and count stars at night. Only then did I understand what is meant by "slow living between the mountains and the sea" 👒✨. 🏡Hotel Style: 1. A red-walled courtyard with a rustic-style room, this homestay has a castle-like interior with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the sea. Wake up to the sunshine and the sound of the waves every day. 2. Upon entering, the sunlight streams through the floor-to-ceiling windows, filling the entire space. The wooden floors are clean and new, reflecting the swaying shadows of the trees outside. The bedding is white and fluffy, with a fresh, sun-dried scent, and every wrinkle is carefully smoothed out 💛💚💜. ✨Hotel Features: 1. The restaurant offers Chinese and seafood cuisine, serving three meals a day with a wide variety of options. Enjoy fresh seafood to your heart's content 😋! 2. The surrounding scenery is pleasant and the environment is very beautiful. Just cross the road and you're at the beach, where you can go catch small crabs at night, which is a lot of fun ☺️! 3. The seaside KTV is amazing!!! I didn't expect that the homestay would have a small KTV. After a tiring day of playing outside with friends, we came back to the homestay to sing 🎤. What a pleasant mood! 💡Check-in Tips: 1. Try to choose the "Sunrise King Bed Room" with a sea view, the view is invincible. 2. Ask the owner in advance about the low tide time of the day (the best time to catch the sea is 2 hours after low tide). 📸Photo Spot Recommendations: 1. The black reef on the east side of the beach (super dreamy at sunset, many beautiful girls take pictures here 📸). 2. The rooftop terrace of the homestay (with the mountains and sea as the background, you can easily take great photos, and there are few people). [Nearby Activities: The A and B Sides of Laoshan Mountain] 1. Classic Route: Take the cable car at Yangkou Scenic Area and visit the "Longevity Peak" and "Mitian Cave." 2. Niche Route: Hike the coastal trail of Taiqing Palace and encounter wild tea fields. 3. Foodie Route: Buy steamed buns and seafood at Wanggezhuang Market, and enjoy a hot pot at the homestay! [Guide Summary: How to Replicate This Happiness] ✅ Season: Best from May–October (suitable water temperature, plump seafood). ✅ Equipment: Non-slip Crocs, sunscreen, gloves (sharp reefs!). ✅ Hidden Skill: If it rains the night before going to catch the sea, the next day's harvest will be doubled (seafood will be washed ashore). ✅ Avoid: Don't buy the "high-priced sea catching" service in the scenic area, it's more fun to play on your own! In Laoshan Mountain, time seems to be redefined by the tide – busy at low tide, dazed at high tide. ✨Is your sea catching plan on the agenda? I'll pick a fan in the comments section to give away a sea catching salt bottle.