Our Accolades

Recognized for creating extraordinary escapes in the Blue Ridge Mountains

At Meraki Escape, we believe the most meaningful getaways are the ones that stay with you long after you leave.

That philosophy has earned recognition from respected travel, hospitality, and regional publications, along with partnerships that reflect the quality of the experiences we create. From private wilderness retreats and waterfall-side wellness to unforgettable dining and carefully curated local adventures, every detail is designed with intention, connection, and a little bit of magic.

We’re honored to share some of the recognition and features that have helped put Meraki Escape on the map.

Best Private Couples' Wilderness Retreat in North Carolina

LUXlife Resorts & Retreats Awards 2026

• Best Private Couples' Wilderness Retreat 2026 – North Carolina
  
• LUXlife Secluded Getaway Excellence Award 2026

We’re incredibly honored to have been recognized by the LUXlife Resorts & Retreats Awards 2026 for creating exceptional private wilderness experiences for couples in North Carolina.

Meraki means doing something with soul, love, and passion. That’s exactly what we pour into every experience, from waterfall-side massages and private adventures to foraging-to-table dinners beneath the stars.

This recognition celebrates not only our team, but also the incredible network of 20+ local partners across Transylvania County who help us create experiences that could only happen here.

Most importantly, it belongs to every couple who has trusted Meraki Escape to be part of their story.

Here’s to more slow mornings, more time in nature, more unforgettable meals, and more falling in love all over again in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Read the full LUXlife feature →

A Blue Ridge escape worth discovering

Meraki Escape was featured in this year’s Laurel Magazine, highlighting the distinctive experiences we create for couples seeking something beyond a traditional getaway.

From intimate accommodations to immersive adventures, locally inspired dining, wellness experiences, and the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the feature captures what makes a Meraki Escape different: your getaway is thoughtfully designed around you.

We’re especially honored to have been featured by Laurel previously as well, making this a meaningful part of our ongoing relationship with a publication that celebrates the people, places, and experiences that make Western North Carolina special.

Read the feature in Laurel Magazine →

A Documented Local Favorite in Western North Carolina

Meraki Escape was selected as a featured stay in Discover Asheville’s Western North Carolina Featured Stays Guide, a curated resource highlighting places to stay throughout the region.

In their feature, Discover Asheville describes Meraki Escape as an adults-only mountain retreat designed exclusively for couples, tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Brevard and just 50 minutes from Asheville.

The guide highlights our handcrafted Nordic spruce cabins, ten-acre setting surrounded by more than 200 acres of private mountain forest, private hot tubs, stone fireplaces, panoramic mountain views, and the curated experiences that make a stay at Meraki Escape so much more than simply a place to sleep.

Discover Asheville also notes that the properties included in the guide have been personally verified by their team and documented as local favorites.

We’re honored to be included among the places they recommend to travelers looking for an unforgettable Western North Carolina getaway.

Featured in Discover Asheville’s Featured Stays Guide →