Café
CAFE
House-roasted coffee, sandwiches, brunch and desserts, enjoyed at an unhurried pace.
YEONBONGRI · HONGCHEON
Stay awhile,
move a little slower
A café, bookshop, book stay and garden
under one roof in Hongcheon
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ABOUT YEONBONGRI
Where everyday life
meets art, naturally
Yeonbongri began on April 1, 2025, in Yeonbong-ri, Hongcheon, as part of a regional regeneration project.
We hope art and conversation can enter an ordinary day of coffee and books, and strangers can become easygoing neighbors.
Read the Yeonbongri archiveQ—INFO
YEONBONGRI AT A GLANCE
Hongcheon café and accommodation at a glance
What is Yeonbongri?
Yeonbongri is a local cultural space in Hongcheon, Gangwon State, combining a café, bookshop, book stay and garden.
What does the café serve?
The ground-floor café serves house-roasted coffee, sandwiches, brunch and desserts at an unhurried pace.
What accommodation is available?
The second-floor book stay has three rooms for up to two guests each: double rooms 201 and 203, and twin room 202.
Where is Yeonbongri?
It is about a 10-minute walk from Hongcheon Bus Terminal. Three cars can park at the building, with free public parking a five-minute walk away.
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SPACE & STAY
One building,
one continuous day
Begin with coffee, turn a few pages, meet the season in the garden, then return to a quiet room. Yeonbongri’s spaces flow together in one gentle rhythm.
2FBOOK STAY
Three rooms to stay
A book stay prepared for a solo trip or a slow and comfortable break for two.
1FPUBLIC SPACE
Café · Bookshop · Garden
An open space where coffee and books, people and plants naturally meet.
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BOOK STAY
Resting well
is part of the journey
The book stay is on the second floor. With room for only three parties, it is easier to protect everyone’s quiet time.
Book a stay on Airbnb View details201
DOUBLE ROOM
- Bed
- 1 double bed
- Capacity
- 2 guests
202
TWIN ROOM
- Bed
- 2 single beds
- Capacity
- 2 guests
203
DOUBLE ROOM
- Bed
- 1 double bed
- Capacity
- 2 guests
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LOCAL CULTURE
Art to be with,
not only to observe
At Yeonbongri, art is not reserved for special occasions. We hope it sits beside an ordinary day of coffee and reading.
Books & Readings
Book clubs, author conversations and intimate readings
Music & Scenes
Small concerts and evenings shared through film and music
Artists in Residence
A loose community of makers building ties with the region
The Seasonal Garden
Time to touch soil and plants and share everyday life
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HONGCHEON FIELD NOTES
Walk, taste,
and remember Hongcheon slowly
A way to make a day at Yeonbongri feel a little wider. Walk by the river or through the woods, then meet Hongcheon through a memorable local meal.
01 · WALK
Three slow walks in Hongcheon
These are gentle walks rather than ambitious hikes—three routes chosen for meeting the season around Yeonbongri.
01
Daytime walk
Across the Hongcheon River to Mugunghwa Theme Park
Cross the Hongcheon River bridge and continue toward Mugunghwa Theme Park. The sound of the river has a way of clearing the mind as you walk.
- Start · 402-1 Yeonbong-ri, Hongcheon-eup, Hongcheon-gun
- Destination · 33 Haoan-ri, Bukbang-myeon, Hongcheon-gun
Why we like itOpen riverside views followed by the park’s calm, well-kept landscape.
02
Morning walk
Namsan Children’s Forest behind Yeonbongri
A morning route loved by local residents, with level paths, gentle climbs and dense trees that bring the sound and scent of the forest close.
- Location · 101-27 Yeonbong-ri, Hongcheon-eup, Hongcheon-gun
Why we like itAn easy place to wake up the body and mind in fresh morning air.
03
Evening walk
The quiet forest of Sutasa Oxygen Trail
For deeper quiet, head to Sutasa. In the evening, soft light settles over the trail and the noise of the day begins to fall away.
- Location · San 4, Deokchi-ri, Yeonggwimi-myeon, Hongcheon-gun
Why we like itA beautiful, mostly level forest path made for unhurried reflection.
02 · EAT
Where to eat while staying in Hongcheon
Charcoal-grilled pork, Korean beef, buckwheat noodles, gondre rice, small snacks and coffee—meals that can become part of how you remember Hongcheon.
01
Charcoal-grilled pork
Yangjimal Hwarogui (양지말화로구이)
Known for gochujang- and soy-marinated pork grilled over charcoal, with an aroma that makes the wait part of the meal.
02
Korean beef
Tture Hanwoo Hongcheon (뚜레한우 홍천본점)
A relaxed choice for quality hanwoo and substantial Korean meal dishes when you want a generous lunch or dinner.
03
Buckwheat noodles
Bangatgan Makguksu (방앗간 막국수)
A makguksu restaurant created by young residents who settled in Hongcheon through the Wassup Town youth village project and work with local produce.
04
Korean set meal · Gondre rice
Tosokchon (토속촌)
A comforting Korean table of gondre rice, neat side dishes and ssambap for a satisfying taste of Hongcheon.
05
Tofu · Grilled fish
Sintoburi (신토불이)
Perilla-oil tofu and mackerel come together in a simple Korean meal that feels light but never insubstantial.
06
Korean Chinese
Mimi Banjeom (미미반점)
A local Chinese restaurant for rich jjamppong, jajangmyeon and garlic sweet-and-sour pork.
07
Coffee · Brunch
Yeonbongri Book Café (연봉리 북카페)
Stay close to home with books, coffee and a ham-and-cheese ciabatta sandwich set made for a slow afternoon.
08
Local snack
Hongcheon Chapssal Kkwabaegi (홍천찹쌀꽈배기맛집)
Warm glutinous-rice twisted doughnuts and kimchi croquettes make an easy, cheerful snack between walks.
Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check the linked map before visiting.
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LOCAL ARCHIVE
The Yeonbongri Archive
We believe a place is never truly finished. It keeps changing as it meets people and seasons, and we keep a record of those moments.
2025. 04. 01
PROJECT
The Yeonbongri project begins
We opened the next chapter of an old space, imagining a place where culture could settle into local daily life.
2025. 07
SPACE
The café and book stay open
The ground-floor café and bookshop, three upstairs rooms and backyard garden began to form one connected stay.
ONGOING
COMMUNITY
Continuing to record small encounters
Through books, music, readings and conversation, we create time for artists and neighbors to meet in daily life.
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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Frequently asked questions about Yeonbongri
Practical answers for visiting the Hongcheon café or booking the Yeonbongri book stay.
01What kind of place is Yeonbongri?
Yeonbongri is a local cultural space in Hongcheon, Korea, where a café, bookshop, three-room book stay and shared garden come together under one roof.
02What is available at Yeonbongri Café?
The café focuses on house-roasted coffee and also serves sandwiches, brunch and desserts. Check the official Instagram account for current opening days and menus.
03How do I book accommodation at Yeonbongri?
Use the accommodation button on this page to open Yeonbongri’s Airbnb host profile and choose an available stay.
04How many rooms are there and how many guests can stay?
There are three second-floor rooms, each for up to two guests. Rooms 201 and 203 have one double bed, while room 202 has two single beds.
05Who is Yeonbongri a good choice for in Hongcheon?
It suits solo travellers and pairs who want a quiet Hongcheon stay with a café, bookshop and garden under the same roof. There are only three guest rooms, and Hongcheon Bus Terminal is about a 10-minute walk away.
06How do I get there, and is parking available?
Yeonbongri is about a 10-minute walk from Hongcheon Bus Terminal. Parking for three cars is available at the building, and free public parking is a five-minute walk away.
07How can I contact Yeonbongri?
Email yeonbongri.official@gmail.com or call 0507-1393-5616 in Korea.
08Where can I take an easy walk near Yeonbongri?
Try the Hongcheon River route to Mugunghwa Theme Park by day, Namsan Children’s Forest in the morning, or Sutasa Oxygen Trail in the evening. The Hongcheon Guide on this page includes locations and route notes.
09Which Hongcheon restaurants do you recommend during a stay?
The Hongcheon Guide lists eight Yeonbongri picks, including charcoal-grilled pork, hanwoo, makguksu, gondre rice, Korean Chinese food, coffee and local snacks. Check the linked map for current opening hours.
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VISIT
We’ll be waiting
in Yeonbong-ri
25 Namsanmaeul-gil 3-gil, Hongcheon-eup, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon State 25147
About a 10-minute walk from Hongcheon Bus Terminal
- Parking
- Space for 3 cars in front of the building
Free public parking is a 5-minute walk away - Before visiting
- Please check café opening days and room availability
on Yeonbongri’s Instagram. - Contact
- 0507-1393-5616