Heartwood Retreat Center

Only an hour and a half North of Atlanta sits a wholehearted retreat nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Heartwood Retreat Center is an Appalachian getaway that provides a uniquely memorable mountain experience. We host a wide variety of retreats that support natural wellness and holistic lifestyle. Enjoy luxury facilities, studios and lodging with commercial kitchens. Our chef provides many options to suit the unique needs of many, such as vegan, gluten-free and sugar-free meals. Additional heartfelt services are available such as Thai Bodywork, Emotional Trauma Release, Reiki and Sound Healing. Relax and partake in local adventures like day hikes on famous Appalachian trails such as the Benton Mackaye Trail system, stand-up paddle boarding on Lake Blue Ridge, kayaking or canoeing the Toccoa River, whitewater rafting on the Olympic Ocoee River, or zip-lining and horseback riding through the canopies of the prehistoric Cohutta Mountains!