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
Authentic Mongolian Experience in the Smoky Mountains with Skylight Views
from "Samadhi (Bliss)" or "Shalom (Peace)" Yurt
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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Rise up with the sun in our
quaint and cozy western yurt , the"Highlander"
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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 fire-pit/grill and don't forget to bring the s'more 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.
Hot showers and bathrooms are available in the gymnasium, a short walk from the yurt. And an additional half bath closer to the yurt. This is truly a Glamping experience with comfort. Parking is available just outside the yurt.
Call us about including our Western yurt experience as part of your group’s accommodations, or book it yourself on our 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:
We are close all major attractions being 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, we are 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 experience. 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, and peaceful, private relaxation spots.
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.
Receive a restorative reiki session from Liz, a Reiki master, and/or schedule a life path guidance or self-exploration session. Guests are welcomed to participate in yoga & meditation practice/discussion, or receive an energy healing on a love offering basis. We also offer spa services. Please check out our section in the website for more information on spa services.
Other Things to Note:
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Cellular phone service is not available in the area, however, WiFi calling is available.
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Wi-Fi is available within walking distance in the common areas.