Title: Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) Travelers find the perfect balance of natural tranquility and urban accessibility, starting each morning with breakfast served in a garden setting ## Photo gallery for Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) ![Property amenity - Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) (Tonglu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104570000/104567400/104567341/4940a98e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room - Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) (Tonglu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104570000/104567400/104567341/1e6cbb28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity - Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) (Tonglu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104570000/104567400/104567341/c222789b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden - Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) (Tonglu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104570000/104567400/104567341/6b23c486.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) (Tonglu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104570000/104567400/104567341/bc1bbf4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Shishe Fanghu Guesthouse blends natural surroundings with convenience. 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[Visit our Hangzhou travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hangzhou.dx6084457) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.64140%2C119.72680&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WTBX01Kg9DLgta_HR27BNKQbXMo=) Shishe Village, Fuchunjiang Town, Tonglu, Zhejiang, 311504 ### What's nearby - Baiyunyuan Scenic Area 21 min drive \- 10.6 miles - Daqishan National Forest Park 26 min drive \- 16.5 miles - Jiangbin Park 31 min drive \- 17.9 miles - Tongjun Mountain 33 min drive \- 18.7 miles - Meicheng Ancient Town 54 min drive \- 39.5 miles ### Getting around - Yiwu (YIW) 82 min drive ### Restaurants - 三只蜗牛 - 石舍洒秀咖啡馆 - Soul Paradise 10 min drive - 石舍香樟 3 min walk - 村天里 (cun tian li) 4 min drive ## About this property ### Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) Property highlights You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a conference centre at Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store). 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Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Breakfast available for a fee - A coffee shop/cafe ### Conveniences - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Multilingual staff ### Business services - Conference centre ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area ### More - Built in 2015 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Children's slippers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Mobile payment options include: Alipay and WeChat Pay This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Shishe Fanghu Guesthouse Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) Hotel Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) Tonglu Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) Hotel Tonglu ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is parking at Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store)? ### What time is check-in at Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store)? ### What time is check-out at Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store)? ### Where is Two mus of Banvilla Tangquan Meisu (SHISHE Store) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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