Naked Stables Private Reserve: The Latest in Luxury Eco Travel

By Kyle Patrick Long

There’s nothing quite like waking up to views of tea terraces and lush, rolling hills from a private, tree top villa complete with floor to ceiling windows. A huge kitchen and living space, along with a spacious patio with Jacuzzi and barbecue ensure you never really have to step outside to enjoy the scenery. Butler service is included with each architecturally stunning villa, making it truly the ultimate in luxury and relaxation.

Building on Naked Resort’s experience offering guests a simple, stripped down, return to nature, Naked Stable Private Reserve, which opens mid-October, raises the standard to new heights. Private cars are not allowed on the resort property, so electric golf carts will whisk you to your villa and then to the infinity pools, clubhouse, African-inspired restaurant Kikaboni or wherever else your heart desires. Guests may choose to walk, and the distances are not too far, but this vacation is all about being pampered.

Naked is just an hour’s drive from the Hangzhou railway station, or about a three hour drive from Shanghai, and a short trek to famed Moganshan. Hiking, biking and horseback riding are all at your fingertips. Make the trip entirely hassle-free by arranging car service directly from your Shanghai home or office.

The resort is offering a buy one night, get one free promotion for October and November. Web: www.nakedretreats.cn/naked-stables-private-reserve