Karina, who recently returned from UC San Diego (California, USA), is an outdoor enthusiast. She loves backpacking & hiking, and would love to show their guests what Taiwan’s mountains have got to offer. “Email us your plan and which nearby mountain you want to go. My friend and I can give you an in-depth and unforgettable backpacking experience in Taiwan,” She adds with eyes sparklingly. The mother & daughter together knead local produce and natural ingredients (eg. persimmons, cherry blossoms, roses, beet roots…) into their breads, and served daily in the breakfast buffet. “At 16°C and with mountains in the eyes, we make our breads wholeheartedly, and welcome our guest with utmost sincerity,” Daisy & Karina say proudly.

Located at the altitude of 2,000M, The Cotswolds Villa is just 500M away from Cingjing Farm, and 20M from the bus stop. With gas station, restaurants, and a 7-11 nearby, getting around is easier than one might expect. The hosts—Daisy & Asungo, who planned to emigrate their family to Canada in the late 90s, founded the property that resembles the Cotswolds of the UK. The Cotswolds Villa is the first building in Cinjing built to be earthquake resistant (SRC). From the chimney caps handcrafted by the local pottery master, the vintage furniture carved from mahogany, to imported French paintings, Daisy & Asungo carefully decorate the property in and out, and surround the villa with various cypresses, maples, and cherry trees—with a hint of European rusticity. To ensure travelers the homey comfort, Daisy enrolled and has passed the professional training program to be a certified baker. Her daughter, Karina, who was working in semiconductor industry at TSMC, advances further and has got the highest certification as both bread & pastry chefs.