We took our friend from Oz to Rosestone, expecting to spend the night in an old style Chinese building. Upon arrival we were stunned by the sheer size of the complex (ie buildings). It sits on a large block of land, and is made up of an outer wall, a large Chinese garden at the front, 4 rows of buildings with inter-connecting rooms being used for different purposes (reception, art displays, dinning halls, and accomodations). The guest rooms are located in two wings separated from the main buildings. On one wing you need to cross an arched bridge over a fish pond to reach your room.

The host is an avid art collector and has fitted out the whole complex with antique Chinese furniture. Our room has a large sitting room decorated with a Chinese painting from his collection and a few ancient woodcrafts.

Despite the size Rosestone is incredibly homey. We wondered from room to room, appreciating incredible art works as if they were our own. We also chatted with the entire family of the host - all 3 generations of them and were treated like family members.

Overall a very unique experience. Despite their own uniqueness, I couldn't remember the past B&B's I ever stayed in. I can say Rosestone will be one that I remember well into the future.

P.S. We do not have any photos of Rosestone due to a flat camera battery. Visit their website for pictures. [--]