My companion and I took a trip down here so we could take photo's for his band. I am sure this place is BEAUTIFUL to wander around during the summer but we went during the fall to witness the colorful foliage. The plus size for coming during the chilly season is less people so you don't look like a weirdo taking a ton of pictures of your friend with a bass guitar...
My favorite area was the house of the golden Buddha's and especially the Fu Dog garden. The statue's gave me life!! and I could not stop taking pictures of everything in that area. The mansion was really cool as well as the pavilion area where I assume tons of weddings happen, perfect backdrop.
The journey here is worth it.