This was a gem, I was looking for a place with my 2 young boys ages 7&8 as far away from the hustle of Hong Kong as possible, just to bond and be “bored” together for a few weeks in the summer. This area is truly “old Hong Kong”, where the people are local, soft spoken, live slowly and are kind. Few people speak English and there are no “chain” stores or restaurants nearby. Still, being Hong Kong, it was still incredibly efficient with the 77K bus and 18 minibuses coming often and on time allowing one to very easily explore the area and provide connection to the MTR system. Further there is a weekday bus that brings one directly to Central, Wan Chai & Admiralty. We were able to explore small gems in Kam Tin but also venture to the Hong Kong Wetlands, bike in Tai Po Waterfront, visit the Pineapple Farm, watch a movie at YOHO Mall and visit a reptile park in Tuen Mun. Peter, Carmen and their helper Aimee were so pleasant to be with and were such a welcome help with the children. Their home has everything you need including bikes and turtles! Because of the village feel, it felt like a reprieve from the Covid 19 restrictions where we could feel normal and relax and enjoy the Hong Kong we love.