
Everything you need to know about Sansawon
Stay at Bonghwa Mountain Retreat, a boutique hotel housed in a restored grain warehouse just a 7-minute walk from the Traditional Rice Wine Museum Shanxian Courtyard. The rooms blend Korean wooden architecture with modern minimalism, offering serene views of the wine cellar garden and seasonal mountain landscapes.
Guests enjoy complimentary access to the on-site local rice wine tasting lounge and exclusive weekend handcrafted rice wine workshops. The hotel also provides free shuttle service to Bonghwa Art Village and nearby cultural sites. For availability and special rates, book via the HopeGoo app.
Yes, Bonghwa Mountain Retreat is located just a 7-minute walk from Shanxian Courtyard Museum. This former granary turned boutique retreat offers panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the museum’s courtyard and surrounding mountains.
Each morning, guests can join a complimentary guided tour through the museum’s traditional brewing exhibition, learning about Korea’s rice wine heritage and tasting rituals. The on-site restaurant features dishes crafted with locally produced rice wine, and HopeGoo through HopeGoo grants access to exclusive breakfast packages for an enriched cultural experience.
Guests at Bonghwa Mountain Retreat can participate in the exclusive "One Day Master Brewer" experience, including crafting your own mini bottle of rice wine, mastering traditional clay jar sealing techniques, and attending a stargazing wine ceremony in the museum’s garden.
Led by veteran brewers, the session includes seasonal snacks and storytelling behind each fermentation stage. Private early-morning or twilight tours of the museum are also available for quiet reflection and deeper insight. Reserve your spot through the HopeGoo app, ideally two days in advance to secure your preferred time slot.
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