Picture yourself surrounded by forests or perched cliffside above the water. Nature is all around you, but you aren’t roughing it in a tent or rustic cabin. Instead, you’re cozied up in a charming cottage, bungalow, or treehouse, maybe sitting by a roaring fire or perhaps stretched out in a lounge chair with a good book. That’s exactly what you’ll experience at the most secluded luxury resorts in the U.S., where you can enjoy a private getaway without sacrificing creature comforts like spa treatments and gourmet meals. It’s hard to feel anything but stress-free serenity when you’ve truly escaped from the everyday.
Twin Farms
Barnard, Vermont
Staying at Twin Farms might be the next best thing to having your own country estate. The Relais & Châteaux property (and the only five-star resort in Vermont) is nestled amid meadows and woodlands just 15 minutes north of the charming town of Woodstock. Whether you stay in one of the suites, cottages, or treehouses with literal bird’s-eye views, you can cozy up by the fireplace as you enjoy the rustically elegant surroundings at this adults-only, all-inclusive escape.
The culinary program stands out here, with menu-less dining experiences and dishes that change daily to spotlight both Twin Farms’ estate-grown herbs, fruits, and vegetables, and other Vermont products from local and regional partners. And you’ll definitely work up an appetite from the on-site activities, which include hiking, biking, tennis, pickleball, fly-fishing, and canoeing during the warmer months.
Winter brings cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice-skating, plus downhill skiing on the property’s private ski slopes, complete with the services of a ski sherpa. The new Garden House spa will be debuting in early 2027 with six intimate treatment rooms, a dry Finnish sauna, and an indoor-outdoor mineral pool.
Amangiri
Canyon Point, Utah
Amangiri rises like an oasis in southern Utah’s canyon country. The 900-acre resort is tucked into a protected valley and enjoys views towards the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Built around its central swimming pool, Amangiri has 34 modernist suites, all with private terraces and fireplaces. Or you can choose one of the 10 tented pavilions, each with its own private pool at the secluded Camp Sarika at Amangiri, which is a five-minute drive away and available for full buy-outs.
There are more than 12 miles of designated trails varying in length and difficulty for exploring the resort’s acres on the Colorado Plateau. Walk them on your own or join one of the daily scheduled guided group hikes, then refuel with meals of American Southwest cuisine. (Each stay is complemented by full-board dining.) Make time to visit the Aman Spa at Amangiri, where signature treatments and experiences take inspiration from world healing traditions and the tranquil desert setting.
Little Palm Island Resort & Spa
Little Torch Key, Florida
It doesn’t get much more secluded than a private island, and Little Palm Island Resort & Spa will make you feel as if you’re worlds away even though you haven’t left the U.S. Accessible only by private boat or seaplane, this adults-only resort sits on a four-acre island in the Lower Florida Keys. The Michelin Three Key, Relais & Châteaux property includes just 30 thatched-roof bungalow suites, so you’ll feel almost as if you have the island to yourself.
There are no TVs in the suites, encouraging you to spend your days here lounging by the pool or beachside, paddling the surrounding waters, or finding your bliss at SpaTerre. For more adventure, fishing trips, backcountry island-hopping excursions, and other experiences can be arranged. Meals take place in a West Indies-inspired dining room, on an oceanfront verandah, or under the palms on the beach or at your bungalow.
Enchantment Resort
Sedona, Arizona
Enchantment Resort sits within Sedona’s Boynton Canyon, surrounded on all sides by red rocks and towering buttes. You’ll feel tucked away in the dramatic natural setting, but you’ll also have access to more than 400 miles of hiking and biking trails wandering through pinyon-juniper forests and sandstone cliffs.
Expert guides at the on-site Trail House will help match you with the best trails based on your skill level and desired terrain and elevation gains. Private guided hiking, rock climbing, and mountain biking experiences are also available. Take a dip in one of the three resort pools after all that activity, or soothe tired muscles with a visit to award-winning destination spa Mii amo. Make sure to enjoy a meal at the resort’s Che Ah Chi restaurant, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame the stunning setting.
Post Ranch Inn
Big Sur, California
Perched 1,200 feet above the Pacific Ocean on the cliffs of Big Sur, Post Ranch Inn makes for an ultra-dreamy getaway. Guest rooms and suites with ocean or mountain views feature custom furniture, rugs hand-woven by indigenous weavers, and reclaimed wood accents. Relaxing comes easily here, whether at the newly reimagined Post Ranch Spa or in one of the two therapeutically heated, infinity-edge basking pools overlooking the Pacific.
Included activities include morning yoga, edible garden tours, guided nature hikes, sound journey and forest meditation classes, and stargazing. Complimentary Lexus vehicles are also available for test drives and exploring the Big Sur area. Memorable meals take place at the renowned Sierra Mar Restaurant, with dishes spotlighting local ingredients and cuisine and one of the largest wine selections in North America to go along with the sweeping views.
The Lodge at Primland, Auberge Collection
Meadows of Dan, Virginia
A sense of seclusion comes naturally at The Lodge at Primland, Auberge Collection, thanks to its setting on 12,000 acres in the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. There’s no shortage of ways to explore that setting, from horseback riding and fly-fishing to a ropes course and a fully equipped observatory with an on-site astronomy team. Golfers will want to schedule a tee time at the much-lauded Highland Course at Primland.
Lodging options include tree houses perched above the Dan River Gorge and cottages with cathedral ceilings and Tennessee fieldstone fireplaces located along the golf course. The resort’s spa provides wellness treatments that combine Native American healing rituals with modern spa techniques, along with nature hikes, meditation, and yoga. Dine on elevated Appalachian cuisine at Leatherflower restaurant or sip a signature Southern Old Fashioned at Laurel Bar.
Hotel Yellowstone
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Hotel Yellowstone isn’t far from all the action in Jackson Hole. But with its setting amidst a wildlife refuge atop the East Gros Ventre Butte, this adults-only luxury retreat delivers a secluded, private escape. The boutique property features just 36 suites where you can soak in the views or soak your troubles away in a spa tub in the luxe marble bathroom.
Take relaxation to the next level with a visit to the on-site spa, where you can book a treatment, spend time in the dry sauna, or take a dip in the indoor infinity-edge pool with collapsible glass walls that allow the outdoors in. When you’re ready to explore, the hotel offers a range of curated adventures to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. End the day with a locally inspired meal at Olivia’s Restaurant accompanied by a spectacular sunset over the mountains.
Hidden Pond
Kennebunkport, Maine
Sixty acres of birch groves and balsam fir trees surround Hidden Pond, where nature takes center stage. Bungalows, newly reimagined cottages, and treetop lodges offer plenty of privacy and features like fireplaces, reading nooks, and outdoor showers. With an upscale summer camp vibe, the property is ideal for both family vacations and adult getaways; some cottages are also dog-friendly.
You can vacation at your own pace here, taking part in activities like morning yoga, guided nature walks, kayaking, and forest bathing. Tree Spa offers treatments inspired by its natural surroundings in cozy spa cottages, and Earth at Hidden Pond serves up farm-to-fork fare. End the day around the nightly bonfire snacking on s’mores.
