Glamping in the Smokies with Skylight to the Stars
Talk to Liz about including our Glamping Yurt as part of your group’s accommodations, or book it yourself on her Airbnb page for it, samadhi or bliss.
Stay in one of our authentic Mongolian yurts with hand painted artwork, sky views, decks, and gorgeous nature all around. At the Heart center, we take a special interest in providing our guests with a uniquely peaceful, positive, comfortable, and relaxing experience! Whether you are laying on a hammock, walking the labyrinth, or just sitting on the deck taking in the sights and sounds, we want you to enjoy. Hot showers and bathrooms are available in the gym. Grill/firepit close to the yurt. Reiki by appt.
Space
The Heart Center, a retreat for the mind, body, and spirit, is close to all major attractions. We are less than ten minutes from the Tail of the Dragon, Cheolah River, Cheolah Lake; twenty minutes from Fontana Dam, Yellow Creek Falls, 20 Mile Ranger Station, Lake Santeetlah and Fontana Village. Also close to Joyce Kilmer and Cherohala Skyway. We have a tennis court and gym, an indoor eating cafeteria, and a large picnic area with grills and volleyball, available for groups.
Guest access
Guests are welcome to use the labyrinth, tennis court, and gym.
Interaction with guests
All of us at the Heart Center love to meet and share with our guests, however, we also respect your need for privacy and quiet time. We like a happy balance! I offer chakra energy work and Reiki on a Love offering basis.
Yurt Rentals in the Smoky Mountains
Mongolian Yurt Rental in the Smoky Mountains with Skylight
at the "Samadhi (Bliss)" or the "Shalom (Peace)" Yurt
​Talk to Liz about including our yurt rental as part of your group’s accommodations, or book it yourself on her Airbnb page for it by hitting the buttons below.

Stay in one of our authentic Mongolian yurts for rent with hand painted artwork, sky views, decks, and gorgeous nature all around. At the Heart center, we take a special interest in providing our guests with a uniquely comfortable, peaceful, restorative and joyful experience! Whether you are laying on a hammock, walking the labyrinth, or just sitting on the deck taking in the sights and sounds, we want you to enjoy. Hot, clean showers and bathrooms are available in the gym. The yurt rental includes Grill/firepit close to the yurt and we offer coffee and tea in the mornings. Reiki energy healing is available by appt.
Click Here to Rent this Mongolian Yurt on AirBnB »
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Western Yurt Rental in the Smoky Mountains at the "Highlander" Yurt
This yurt rental is a cozy bedroom - light, bright and warm! Come enjoy the smoky mountains and reconnect with nature while staying in a beautiful 15′ yurt with lots of windows and surrounded by nature. Grill at the firepit/grill and don't forget to bring the smore supplies. Fall asleep looking at the stars through the sky dome and awaken to the sound of birds chirping.
There is a very special energy in the yurts and our guests really love it! Designed by yurt lovers, built by yurt lovers, for yurt lovers.
Bathrooms are available in the gymnasium a short walk past the labyrinth. There is a Porta Potty available close to the yurt. This is truly primitive camping with comfort! Parking is available just outside the yurt.
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Sanctuary amenities include outdoor labyrinth, tennis court, covered group eating area, group picnic area and fire pit, volleyball, gymnasium, basketball court, and peaceful, private relaxation spots.
Talk to Liz about including our small Western yurt rental as part of your group’s accommodations, or book it yourself on her Airbnb page called "Magical Escape into the Woods." Hit the button below to access the yurt rental page.
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Click Here to Rent this Western Yurt on AirBnB »
The Space:
The Heart Center, a retreat for the mind, body, and spirit, is close to all major attractions. We are less than ten minutes from the Tail of the Dragon, Cheolah River, Cheolah Lake; twenty minutes from Fontana Dam, Yellow Creek Falls, 20 Mile Ranger Station, Lake Santeetlah and Fontana Village. Also close to Joyce Kilmer and Cherohala Skyway. We have a tennis court and gym, an indoor eating cafeteria, and a large picnic area with grills and volleyball, available for groups. You will enjoy a quiet and peaceful night in a one of a kind yurt rental decorated colorfully with your experience in mind.Other activities available in the area are: Whitewater rafting, boating, fishing, kayaking, mountain biking, hikes and tours of the area including The Smoky Mountains National Park, Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, Cherohala Skyway, the Tail of the Dragon and Fontana Dam. This is an incredibly beautiful area, very pristine and full of adventure for the nature lover, car enthusiast, motorcycle rider and adventure seeker.
Guest Access:
Your yurt rental allows you to enjoy the entire grounds, the labyrinth, picnic area, volleyball, tennis court, gymnasium with basketball court and more games.
Interaction With Guests:
All of us at the Heart Center love to meet and share with our guests, however, we also respect your need for privacy and quiet and relaxation time. We like a happy balance! We are here to connect with you, not just to offer you a yurt rental.
I am a Reiki master and assist in energy restoration and healing, as well as, meditation and self exploration techniques. Guests are welcomed to join me in a fire ceremony from India, to help heal the planet, meditation practice/discussion, or receive an energy healing on a love offering basis.
Other Things to Note:
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It is best to buy groceries before coming to the log cabins as the nearest grocery store is 25 minutes away, and to be honest, most people do not want to leave the cabin once they are here.
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Our log cabins are surrounded by trees so there is always plenty of wood laying around, however, not all of it is suitable for the fireplace, therefore, we ask that you buy firewood at the store, or our pre-cut wood.
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Cellular phone service is not available in the area.
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Wi-Fi is available near the office area.
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This area definitely requires good, reliable transportation. Most people ride motorcycles. There is a shuttle from the airport that is not terribly expensive.