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We don’t need to involve scientists to conclude that stunning landscapes do a mind and body good. With that in mind, boutique hotels are springing up in some of the country’s most beautiful and remote regions.
At these top destinations, opulence pairs with incredible environmental access that will connect you with nature. Being in nature is incredibly calming and rejuvenating, and people often come away feeling refreshed and renewed. Swapping city life for more natural surroundings doesn’t have to involve sleeping under a canvas.
So if you’re searching for a getaway to escape traffic in the city, we’ve found some great locations that offer nature, but without actually roughing it. Here are our top 11 picks.
Triple Creek Ranch blends the beauty of Montana’s landscape with rustic elegance that is incomparable. This vacation gives its guests gourmet food and luxury ranch cabins that provide all the comfort, relaxation, and solitude you’ll want.
It’s located in the highest mountain in the Bitterroot Mountain Range in Western Montana on the southern side of Trapper Peak. This incredible retreat also includes tons of outdoor activities in the package, making it a truly all-inclusive vacation where guests can relax and enjoy.
Whether you want to spend your day horseback riding, fly fishing, sapphire panning, or playing tennis, you have many options. Enjoy the swimming pool, dry sauna, and fitness center before settling down for an evening campfire to end a perfect day.
This safari-style glamping experience has different locations throughout the country. Still, their luxury camps will allow you to experience the splendor of the American Southwest in style. Guests can glamp under the stars in various landscapes through Under Canvas’ nomadic style. Their location line-up includes Moab, Zion, the Great Smoky Mountains, Grand Canyon, and more.
Amenities include luxurious camping accommodations complete with plush king-size beds, ensuite bathrooms with warm-water showers, wood-burning stoves in each tent for warmth, and on-site dining and drinks. Under Canvas also offers guests a luxurious dining experience that features locally sourced produce for breakfast and dinner. But don’t worry, they still provide camp classics like s’mores.
You may be looking for a peaceful retreat away from busy crowds. Well, Wild Springs Guest Habitat may be the perfect place for you. Located in Port Orford, 60 miles away from California, this eco-friendly Bed & Breakfast offers tranquil and relaxing accommodations tucked into a forest with 100ft trees.
There are cozy yet elegant cabins to stay in and a gorgeous Great Hall with floor-to-ceiling windows providing scenic views of the ocean while you enjoy free snacks, games, and puzzles. Guests can experience a delicious breakfast buffet overlooking the ocean before heading out to explore the maze in the forest.
Or, perhaps instead, you’ll find one of the hammocks and curl up with a good book. Either way, relaxation and tranquility are the names of the game at this gorgeous resort.
If you are looking to REALLY escape into nature, then Calistoga Ranch is the perfect vacation spot for you. They offer its guests a traditional Bed & Breakfast style accommodation, along with 50 freestanding guests lodges snuggled in the forests. This resort is the epitome of nature locations. They have deluxe lodges that offer every amenity to make your stay comfortable and luxurious.
The exclusive lodges even have a private rain shower on their deck, which puts nature at the forefront of your view. Cycle through the beautiful landscape, enjoy a game of Bocce ball, take part in a private painting lesson, or just enjoy a yoga or mindfulness class. The options are endless!
This isolated getaway in the Florida Keys has been declared luxurious by Forbes Travel Guide. Some of the highlights include the resort’s spa treatments, reduced human interaction, and the ability to accommodate uncommon requests. Private dining and in-room breakfasts are available upon request. This entire island has 30 suites, ensuring ultimate privacy and isolation for the visitors. Your arrival is entirely customizable, and romantic turndown services are available for couples looking for privacy.
Little Palm Island offers its guests a piece of their very own private paradise, surrounded by crystal clear blue water and white sand beaches. Guests should book a treatment and massage at their spa center or enjoy a sweat session at their fitness center. And if you’re seeking a little more adventure, the resort offers scuba diving and sailing trips.
Nestled among 110 acres of lush woodlands, Blantyre is an award-winning 5-star estate that features elegant guest services, a deluxe spa, and gourmet cuisine. This Tudor-style mansion was built in 1902 and has maintained much of its original charm while incorporating modern amenities to make your stay luxurious.
The unimaginable cuisine offered at The Bistro Restaurant provides visitors with delicious food that follows the farm-to-table philosophy, ensuring a fresh, healthy, and delicious meal. Whether you’re looking to treat yourself to a visit to their fantastic spa or be a part of the many outdoor activities offered, you are sure to come back from your stay at Blantyre feeling refreshed and relaxed.
Sorrel River Ranch fuses relaxation and adventure by offering cozy and comfortable lodgings huddled in some of Utah’s most stunning scenery, along with excellent outdoor activities to keep your days busy and full of fun activities. The resort has various guest rooms, including family suites and smaller mesa studios, all offering breathtaking views of the remarkable landscape.
Its located on the shores of the Colorado River. This 240-acre ranch provides a vast variety of outdoor activities for visitors to experience, including river adventures, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, and you can even ride in a hot air balloon! Adventure surely awaits in this place!
If you are searching for an escape to nature that combines luxury accommodations, excellent food, and gorgeous landscapes, then Brush Creek Ranch is a perfect choice. There are lots of outdoor activities for guests, including horseback riding, fly fishing, hiking, ATV adventures, and mountain biking.
The ranch and spa are located on 30,000 acres of rich landscape, providing a genuine escape to nature. Its authentic Western cabins hide the modern comforts and luxuries hidden inside to give the guests the ultimate pampering vacation. There are a variety of dining possibilities as well, ensuring your bellies are as full as your hearts!
It’s no secret that Big Sur has one of the US’s most breathtaking views. Post Ranch Inn sits atop a cliff that offers guests panoramic views of California’s famous coastline. Like most of the luxurious getaways on our list, this resort’s design highlights the natural beauty that surrounds its area. Guests can choose from 41 rooms that grant you views of the ocean or alpine slopes.
Spend a while at the Inn’s luxurious spa facilities, enjoy a four-course dinner at their restaurant, or taste some of the award-winning wines waiting for you at their wine cellar. Outdoor fanatics can enjoy the excellent hiking trails and explore Big Sur’s natural landscapes. For something more unusual, the Post Ranch Inn gives guests the opportunity to observe the ancient sport of Falconry!
Twin Farms takes cabin lodging to another level. Guests will be treated with panoramic views of Vermont’s infamous fall foliage, and it was named in Forbes Travel Guide as the most luxurious hotel of 2018. Located in the peaceful town of Barnard, Twin Farms offers guests an intimate, isolated getaway.
The place has 20 rooms and cottages, each designed with its own style, from rustic-chic to an ornate Moroccan interior, and provides guests with spa amenities and luxurious dining. Even though it’s open year-round, winter is especially great with its cozy vibe, making it the perfect getaway for the holidays as well. It’s sophisticated, surrounded by wonderful scenery, and offers fresh mountain air that urges visitors to unplug and unwind.
Twin Farms has six well-groomed trails for snowshoeing, a private ski slope, and a rink for ice skating if you’re visiting during the winter months. We recommend you make reservations in advance because autumn is the resort’s peak season.
In the hills of the Cascade Mountains, overlooking the Snoqualmie Falls, Salish Lodge served as inspiration for the show Great Northern Hotel and offers its guests a Great Northern Escape. This experience allows you to explore the land around the Lodge, snuggle up in one of the 85 guest rooms and relax with Damn Good Coffee and Cherry Pie in The Attic, or even enjoy a Dale Cooper cocktail.
With an award-winning spa and locally sourced, seasonal cuisine in The Dining Room and The Attic, it’s got a great wine list with over 50 wines and an on-site apiary. It’s a remarkable natural setting in Washington, just 30 minutes from Seattle, and you can also enjoy skiing, hiking, mountain biking, river rafting, and fishing.
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