In today’s busy modern society, people often seek a retreat from the city -- a place where they can find peace and fresh air in nature. Chwihoga, meaning "Temple of the Tiger" in Korean, offers just that. Consisting of three private houses, the property was curated by a married couple who left the bustling capital of Seoul in 2020 to find a new home in Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province.
The couple encountered Pyeongchang during their travels and felt an inexplicable sense of peace there, as if drawn there by fate. Chwihoga is nestled in Homyeong-ri, a village perfectly situated at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level — an altitude long believed to be ideal for human health, particularly for breathing and sleeping. The village's name, Homyeong-ri, originates from an old legend about a large, imposing rock at the entrance of the village, where a tiger would often climb and emit a loud roar.
Inspired by this legend, the couple decided to build their retreat in this tranquil location, envisioning it as a place where they could live like tigers, regain their energy and find strength whenever life becomes overwhelming. Each house at Chwihoga has a unique name: "Inhale," "Exhale" and "The Calm." The Inhale and Exhale houses accommodate up to two people each, with a hinoki cypress bathtub in the bathroom and a small private yard in front.
The Calm house, where the owners once lived, accommodates up to four people and offers similar amenities, though cooking is only permitted in .