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The Swag An intimate mountaintop hideaway bordering The Great Smoky Mountains National Park at 5,000 feet.
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Located just west of Asheville, NC and a proud member of Relais & Châteaux. Perched almost a mile above sea level on a breathtaking ridgeline bordering The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, The Swag is an acclaimed mountaintop luxury hideaway just west of Asheville, North Carolina. The highest boutique destination on the east coast, the one-of-a-kind getaway is known for stunning views, romantic sensibilities, impeccable food and service, and authentic and warm hospitality. Hosting only a few dozen guests at any one time, the all-inclusive escape is a favorite of travelers who treasure The Swag's rare and restorative combination of epic natural beauty and authentic hospitality. A proud member of Relais & Châteaux, The Swag opens for its 42nd Season in April 2023.

Our w**e cellar is home to so many activities at The Swag: w**e tastings, yoga classes, expert led lectures, and more. A...
10/15/2026

Our w**e cellar is home to so many activities at The Swag: w**e tastings, yoga classes, expert led lectures, and more. All of these activities are included with your stay at The Swag, and we love hearing how guests choose to spend their days. What is your ideal day at The Swag?

Ruby's Room, named for the proprietors' daughter, offers stunning mountain views, a wood burning fire, and the coziest s...
10/12/2026

Ruby's Room, named for the proprietors' daughter, offers stunning mountain views, a wood burning fire, and the coziest spot to spend a relaxing mountain weekend this fall. Check out all off of our unique accommodations on our website to find the perfect one for you!

Cast a line, make a memory. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just trying your luck for the first time, there’s nothin...
10/09/2026

Cast a line, make a memory. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just trying your luck for the first time, there’s nothing quite like the joy of fishing at The Swag Pond. Fresh mountain air, peaceful waters, and the quiet stillness of the woods—what more could you ask for?

WOW! We couldn't be more honored to be named #3 Best US Resort in The South by Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Reader's Choi...
10/06/2026

WOW! We couldn't be more honored to be named #3 Best US Resort in The South by Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Reader's Choice Awards! We are overflowing with gratitude towards our guests and staff who made this honor happen.

We couldn't be more thrilled for October at The Swag! Changing leaves, fall flavors, and cool, misty Smoky Mountain vibe...
10/01/2026

We couldn't be more thrilled for October at The Swag! Changing leaves, fall flavors, and cool, misty Smoky Mountain vibes have us ready to celebrate this most wonderful time of the year!

Tomorrow is another Chef's Picnic day at The Swag! Saturday and Wednesday Chef's Picnic lunches are a can't miss activit...
09/29/2026

Tomorrow is another Chef's Picnic day at The Swag! Saturday and Wednesday Chef's Picnic lunches are a can't miss activity at The Swag. The food, the views, and the company can't be beat! Will we see you at Gooseberry K**b? Make your reservation at our Resy page at the link in our bio.

Tucked away on the far side of our garden, The Swag’s beehives are busy at work—providing us with golden, homegrown hone...
09/27/2026

Tucked away on the far side of our garden, The Swag’s beehives are busy at work—providing us with golden, homegrown honey and giving our flowers the pollination boost they need to thrive. It’s just one more way nature and hospitality come together on the mountain.

Tucked away in the woods, The Lookout hot tub is one of The Swag’s best-kept secrets—offering sweeping mountain views an...
09/21/2026

Tucked away in the woods, The Lookout hot tub is one of The Swag’s best-kept secrets—offering sweeping mountain views and a glimpse of our hillside vegetable garden below. September is the perfect month to unwind here: sip a cocktail, breathe in the crisp mountain air, and watch the sun dip behind the peaks. Who would you bring to soak in this view?

The Swag Library in Chestnut Lodge is home to novels, mysteries, histories, biographies, and more that have been intenti...
09/20/2026

The Swag Library in Chestnut Lodge is home to novels, mysteries, histories, biographies, and more that have been intentionally collected over decades by The Swag's past and present proprietors. What books would you like to see added to The Swag's shelves? Drop your favorite suggestions in the comments below.

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2300 Swag Road
Waynesville, NC
28785

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+18007897672

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