Chosim Sanbang 초심산방

Located in Oedong-eup, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk–do, Chosim Sanbang means ‘a place to have a pleasant chat over tea in nature’. The place is a leisurely space where you can meet nature and history under the spirit of Mt. Tohamsan and Mt. Maseoksan. The building of Chosim Sanbang has much cultural and historical value as it was restored at the current place by moving two traditional Korean houses from Gahoe-dong, Seoul, in 1974. The owner of this place turned it into a small museum by collecting and preserving traditional articles. Numerous items including treadmill, Jige (Korean A-frame), large mortar, cauldron, cauldron lid and saw are displayed inside and outside the museum. The site is about 3300㎡ and the wide yard and garden can be used as a walk and a ground. There are pavilions and tables for visitors to walk comfortably, take a rest and play regardless of gender and age. There are 7 rooms in total and cooking is allowed in 3 rooms. Guests in other rooms can use the communal kitchen conveniently. Breakfast is served for 6,000 won per person with Korean Set Menu with free Ramen, Kimchi, side dishes, bread and eggs. The interior of each room looks like a modern house with a rocking chair, wooden table, folding screen, wardrobe, etc. which can be used as a filming site for a drama featuring the 1970s and the 1980s. You can take the bus bound for downtown Gyeongju at the Subongjeong bus stop near Chosim Sanbang. Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto are located 5 minutes away by car.