Surrounded by a patchwork of fields as far as the eye can see, the Pindaya Farm House is a friendly, relaxed base from which to explore this rural region of Myanmar’s Shan State. The town of Pindaya, famous for its limestone caves, is a short drive away or a pleasant 30-minute stroll through the fields.

Built along the lines of a traditional Shan farmhouse and run by a wonderfully hospitable local family, this charming property feels more like staying as a guest in their family home. Delicious home-cooked Shan dishes are served in the upstairs lounge, using produce from the property's ample vegetable gardens & fruit trees, and the surrounding farms. The five rooms are snug and simple, yet homely and comfortable; three benefit from balconies that overlook the countryside. The only noise to break the serene ambiance is the sound of Buddhist chants.