Perched in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Art of Living Retreat Center offers restoration and renewal. Enjoy chef-crafted vegetarian meals, yoga, meditation, Ayurvedic therapies, scenic hikes, and breathtaking views. Every visit inspires relaxation, growth, and discovery in your daily life.
Our accommodations cater to diverse needs, from private hotel rooms to shared spaces or premium apartments. Each offers relaxation, with thoughtful touches like WiFi, cozy furnishings, and kitchenettes for a rejuvenating stay.
Enjoy rejuvenating yoga, guided meditation, and inspiring philosophy workshops, alongside holistic and Ayurvedic treatments. Wander nature trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains or explore spaces for rest, reflection, and discovery—it’s all here.
From North Carolina to India to the Caribbean, our vegetarian meals are inspired by local harvests and Ayurvedic principles. Prepared with love and nature’s prana, our chefs create deeply satisfying dishes that nourish both body and soul. Your stay includes three healthful meals daily.
Revel in the beautiful drive along the scenic winding road carved through the resplendent Blue Ridge Mountains as you make your way to the Art of Living Retreat Center.
With our day passes, you can immerse yourself in stunning mountain views, savor delicious vegetarian cuisine, join yoga and meditation sessions, explore Ayurveda workshops, and much more. It’s the perfect way to unwind and experience the magic of our retreat.
From our family stay guidelines to food allergies, pet policy to how close the nearest airport is, our Frequently Asked Questions will put your mind at ease. Anything else? Just ask.
If you’re a High Country resident or student, we offer an array of programs at a discounted rate that are designed to nurture and nourish. From day passes to program discounts to free Sunday yoga and lunch, find peace and contentment right in your backyard at our beautiful mountaintop center.
Bring home a piece of the retreat center with you and continue your journey of well-being. From beautiful embroidered meditation cushions to lotus seed mala bracelets, you’re sure to find a new beloved treasure.
