Nếp House, more than just a place to stay the night near Van Long, Ninh Binh

Nestled in a small valley in Lang Van village, Lang Noi hamlet, Gia Vien district, Ninh Binh province, Nếp House came to life from the concept of "the origin of happiness," which is the place where generosity, love, warmth, and hospitality commence. From the moment you walk through the door, this homestay will undoubtedly make you feel at home.

The birthplace of Nếp House

Gia Vien district, the home of Nếp House, is an ancient land steeped in history. This district is known to be the motherland of King Dinh Tien Hoang, the king who founded the Dinh dynasty in 968 and chose Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh as the capital of the country. This historical land is also the hometown of Zen Master Nguyen Minh Khong (more commonly known by the title Ly Quoc Su), who is revered as Saint Nguyen for his large scale of contributions to the country during the Ly dynasty as an apothecary and a Zen master. 

Coming to Gia Vien, not only will you be able to immerse yourself in an authentic Vietnamese ancient atmosphere exuded by this land, but you will also be surrounded by sensational natural settings. Gia Vien is blessed with diverse terrains such as mountains, forests, plains, rivers, and lakes. Hence, besides its history, the land is famous for its spectacular landscapes as well. 

Here are some sites you can drop by if you come to this land some day : 

- Saint Nguyen Temple

- Van Long Nature Reserve

- Thung La Temple

- Dich Long Pagoda

- Bai Dinh Pagoda

Gia Vien is only 34 minutes and 37 minutes by car from Tam Coc and Trang An respectively, therefore you can totally visit these two sites as well. 

Take a step inside Nếp House

What Nếp House pursuits

Born from the idea of where happiness begins, Nếp House endeavours to be beyond merely a place for visitors to stay. What Nếp House ambitious for is becoming a true home where visitors feel like they are family members who return after a long adventure. Consequently, the charm of Nếp House exudes from the rustic and homely atmosphere of its people, space, and surroundings.

Come to Nếp House and you will engage in stories about Vietnamese villages that are told through ceramic, embroidery, and wood. With a desire to revive and develop traditional craftsmanship that is progressively fading away, furniture and utensils in Nếp House are all crafted by the skillful hands of artisans coming from Bat Trang Pottery Village, Lang Van Embroidery Village, and Ngoc Than Carpentry Village. 

Other than conveying messages of kindness and happiness to anyone who ever drops by, Nếp House has another mission, which is to help improve the lives of local middle-aged women. Nếp House reaches out to local embroideresses, organizes production, and purchases their outcomes. Not only does this create jobs, thus revenue for local women, but the village’s long-standing craftsmanship can be preserved in tandem. 

By choosing Nếp House, you will not be merely a taker who takes benefit from the pleasant atmosphere, delicious meals and goodnights’ sleep. On top of that, you are the giver who joins Nếp House in creating true values of kindness and in ensuring the endless flow of happiness. 

What Nếp House offers you 

Rooms at Nếp House 

Nếp House offers 6 rooms in total, including 2 triple rooms, 2 twins rooms, and 2 double rooms. Inspired by the essence of “Rice”, the rooms at Nếp House tell a story about the Wet Rice Civilization. 

Room “Mạ” (Mạ means Seedlings)

This room located on the 2nd floor of Nếp House, measures 28m2 and has large windows which create an airy space that receives maximum natural light. 

- Room Type : Twin

- Amenities :

+ Air conditioner
+ 2 single beds
+ High-quality spring mattress
+ 2 types of pillows (2 sizes)
+ Shower
+ WIFI
+ Hair dryer

- Extra services :

+ Self-service laundry, free use on the rooftop
+ Free herbal foot soak
+ Free coloring plasters for children

- Price : 50$ + + (Price includes breakfast.)

Room “Lúa” ( Lúa means Rice Plant)

Room “Lúa” has an area of 35m2, three large windows and a 17m2 common balcony on the 2nd floor. This room is equipped with a sofa that can be used as an small bed for kids under 6 years old, which makes it suitable for a family trip. 

- Room Type : Double

- Amenities :

+ Air conditioner
+ One king-size bed
+ 1 small sofa
+ High-quality spring mattress
+ 2 types of pillows (2 sizes)
+ Shower
+ WIFI
+ Hair dryer

- Extra services :

+ Self-service laundry, free use on the rooftop
+ Free herbal foot soak
+ Free coloring plasters for children

- Price : 50$ + + (Price includes breakfast.)

Room “Thóc” (Thóc means Paddy Seeds)

The room is 35m2, two large windows and is located right at your left hand as you walk up the stairs to the second floor. There are two beds in room “Thóc”, which makes it adaptable to a small group of friends or family.

- Room Type : Triple

- Amenities :

+ Air conditioner
+ One queen-size bed and one small bed
+ High-quality spring mattress
+ 2 types of pillows (2 sizes)
+ Shower
+ WIFI
+ Hair dryer

- Extra services :

+ Self-service laundry, free use on the rooftop
+ Free herbal foot soak
+ Free coloring plasters for children

- Price : 65$ + + (Price includes breakfast.)

Room “Gạo” (Gạo means Rice)

Familiar to room “Lúa”, room “Gạo” is a double room that has an area of 35m2, three large windows to take in the most natural light possible, and is also equipped with an additional sofa that can be used as a small bed for children under 6 years old.

- Room Type : Double

- Amenities :

+ Air conditioner:
+ One king-size bed
+ 1 small sofa
+ High-quality spring mattress
+ 2 types of pillows (2 sizes)
+ Shower
+ WIFI
+ Hair dryer

- Extra services :

+ Self-service laundry, free use on the rooftop
+ Free herbal foot soak
+ Free coloring plasters for children

- Price : 50$ + + (Price includes breakfast.)

Room “Rơm” (Rơm means Straw) 

Located on the third floor and familiar to room “Mạ”, room “Rơm” has an area of 28m2 and offers large windows, creating a spacious and airy space. 

- Room Type : Twin 

- Amenities :

+ Air conditioner
+ 2 single beds
+ High-quality spring mattress
+ 2 types of pillows (2 sizes)
+ Shower
+ WIFI
+ Hair dryer

- Extra services :

+ Self-service laundry, free use on the rooftop
+ Free herbal foot soak
+ Free coloring plasters for children

- Price : 50$ + + (Price includes breakfast.)
 
Room “Rạ” (Rạ means Rice Stubble)

Pretty much the same with room “Thóc” on the second floor, room “Rạ” is a triple room that has an area of 35m2. The room also has 2 large windows and is located on the third floor.

- Room Type : Triple

- Amenities :

+ Air conditioner :
+ One queen-size bed and one small bed
+ High-quality spring mattress
+ 2 types of pillows (2 sizes)
+ Shower
+ WIFI
+ Hair dryer

- Extra services :

+ Self-service laundry, free use on the rooftop
+ Free herbal foot soak
+ Free coloring plasters for children

- Price : 65$ + + (Price includes breakfast.)

In addition to the above rooms, Nếp House possesses a spacious rooftop with a view of a church. The rooftop is furnished with a big coffee table, loungers, and umbrellas, allowing guests to enjoy some fresh air. his rooftop shares the same floor as the laundry room, where guests can do the laundry by themselves without incurring any charges.

Meals at Nếp House

Nếp house offers hearty home-cooked meals according to the daily menu. All the Vietnamese dishes are prepared from fresh, local ingredients to ensure meal quality and are decorated on beautiful crockeries that come from Bat Trang ceramic village. Therefore, having meals at Nếp House, you will get to taste authentic Vietnamese dishes that are not only appetizing but also visually appealing, prepared by warm-hearted ladies.

People at Nếp House

People working at Nếp House are always enthusiastic and attentive. These down-to-earth people will always respond to you with a smile and try their best to ensure every moment you spend at Nếp House is filled with happiness. 

Activities at Nếp House 

Bike ride around the village

Nếp House offers bicycles in a variety of sizes and some are even equipped with baby seats. From Nếp, you can start your cycling journey that weaves through the village, alongside dikes, and crosses paddy fields to admire the spectacular Meo Cao limestone mountain while appreciating the unspoiled natural setting of Van Long Lagoon. 

Enjoy herbal foot soak 

Nếp House understands that after a long day full of adventures, a relaxing herbal foot bath is what you need to wrap up a perfect day. This little treat from Nếp will help you ameliorate the quality of your sleep and, hence, your health. 

Paint plaster figurines

Nếp House provides free plaster figurines to children (or anyone with a child at heart) to paint. This is surely a fun and enjoyable recreation activity as it allows people to bring out their inner creativity. 

Nếp House is a new homestay in Ninh Binh that just started to go into operation in January 2024. Regardless of its relatively young age, this homestay continues to receive numerous positive feedback from visitors and looks at it as incentive to strive to improve.

There are still many more stories waiting for you to discover and lots of love waiting for you to spread at Nếp House.  If you want to know more about Nếp House or book this homestay for your trip to Ninh Binh, don't hesitate to visit its website: https://nephouses.com/or on booking.com (click here). See you at Nếp House ! 

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