Completed in 1861, this elegant garden villa was built as a private retreat for a wealthy Qing Dynasty silk merchant. A fine example of Chinese aesthetics in which the manmade and natural blend in harmonious balance.
The main hall and courtyard are built in a traditional Zhejiang style, arranged to face the waters of West Lake. Facing the Su Causeway, the villa is also within view of Southern Screen Hill and the Baochu Pagoda. The villa is divided into two sections: the residential quarters and the "Sky in the Mirror" Garden with its pond surrounded by bridges, artfully arranged rocks, trees, flowers and elegant walkways.