Small-Group Yoga & Nature Escape in the Blue Ridge Foothills

The retreat takes place in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, in a cozy cabin that's private and peaceful, yet close to small towns and hiking trails. You'll have three nights here, with two semi-private yoga sessions a day. Mornings focus on movement, breath, and meditation, while evenings lean into restorative and Yin practices. Classes move between the covered porch, the lawn, or the living room depending on the weather—so you're always comfortable.

One of the standout elements is the sound healing session, which guests consistently mention in their reviews. There's also a forest therapy walk, which is really just a guided, mindful hike through nearby trails. The schedule is flexible and sample-based, not rigid, so there's room for rest and spontaneity. Meals are mostly homemade, with two dinners out at local restaurants and a family-style Sunday supper you can help cook if you want.

Argentina, your host and teacher, is a 500-hour certified yoga instructor with a specialty in Yoga Nidra. She's originally from the Dominican Republic and started practicing yoga at 15. Her teaching style is warm and inclusive, and because the group is so small, she can meet each person where they are. Whether you're a complete beginner or a long-time practitioner, you'll get guidance that actually fits you.

What makes this trip work is the scale. With only two or three guests, nothing feels rushed or crowded. The cabin, the food, the practices—it all adds up to a weekend that's genuinely about slowing down and reconnecting, without any of the intensity of a bigger retreat.

What's included

- 3 nights accommodation in a cozy 2-bedroom cabin - All breakfasts and lunches - 2 dinner outings at local restaurants - 1 family-style Sunday supper - Self-serve coffee, tea, and water - Semi-private morning yoga sessions - Semi-private evening yoga sessions - Sound healing session - Forest therapy / mindful walk or hike - Off-street parking - Wifi

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Ground transportation to/from the cabin - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments or activities not listed