TRAVEL DIARIES

Spend a weekend at this bougie mountain all-inclusive less than 3 hours from Charlotte

by Brianna Crane | August 14, 2026

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Destination: NC mountains

Hotel: The Swag. It’s got Blackberry Farm and High Hampton vibes.

Best bite of the trip: The resort is all-inclusive which was amazing. Definitely get a cinnamon roll with breakfast.

Top activities/attractions: My wife and I did awesome hikes each day. She also did a spa treatment ($350 for 90-min massage). They also have cooking classes, horseback riding, pickleball, wine tastings and yoga.

Distance from Charlotte: 2 hours & 45 minutes driving

Total cost: Around $3K for two nights. 

  • That rate included all meals, snacks and most activities. Didn’t include alcohol or spa. 

Best for: A romantic getaway or couples trip (not very kid friendly).

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