A Safe & Zero Contact Stay at a Single-Family Hanok! Donghae Hanok Donganjae

“Donganjae” means “a cozy house in the west.” To build such a cozy house, the hanok owner read up on dozens of books on hanok architecture and visited famous hanok buildings across Korea. Four years of hard work and persistence resulted in the founding of Donganjae. The owner initially built the hanok for his family, but also wanted to share its cozy attractiveness with others. So, he built even more hanok buildings. He thought of guests like family and tried to make every hanok perfect. So, he used the same materials, including lumber and roof tiles, for all the hanok buildings.

Dongjangje’s main feature is that every hanok is a single-family house. Each hanok building has a name—Mureung, Duta, Chuam, Mukho, and Mangsang— inspired by Donghae (Korean for “East Sea”). Each hanok’s interior is nearly like twins, except that each room’s location is a bit different. The upper floor was designed so that visitors could look outside from all three sides. Only the Mangsang hanok uses a private entrance gate and is a level above other hanok buildings.

Each hanok ensures privacy and a comfortable stay. Sit back and take in the beautiful scenery from the wooden floor, and better yet, enjoy the delicate fragrance of pine trees whistling around you. The pillar, ceiling, and window frame are all made from pine wood. Even the beds and bedding show how much the owner cares about his guests. The blanket covering the floor is 7 cm thick, and the fluffy and soft goose-down blanket is arranged for guests to cover.

Not only can you experience a traditional hanok stay, but also enjoy the convenience of modern facilities. Double-glazed windows keep the rooms cool in summer and warm in winter, and a door lock is installed to guarantee safety. The bathroom is modern and classy with floor heating, and the toilet has a bidet with an automatic sensor. Geothermal heat comes up from 150 meters underground, reducing CO² emissions and fire hazards.

You can also have a blast with loved ones by engaging in traditional programs, such as wearing hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) while playing tuho (pitch-pot), yut (board game) game, jegichagi (hackysack), and paengichigi (spinning top). Even guests with mobility impairment can enjoy their stay comfortably with an accessible parking and accessible routes around the premises. Donganjae is truly a convenient hanok for all.