6 Best Vacation Spots for Peace and Quiet
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Vacationing in a city or a lively town can be exciting—but not always relaxing. Between crowded museums, shopping excursions, bustling restaurants, and people everywhere, you can end up feeling like you need a vacation from your vacation. If you’re looking for a holiday that offers true rest and relaxation, these charming spots are far away from everything…including your worries. The best vacation spots for peace and quiet include mountainside chalets, homes nestled in historic castles along the river, and charming yurts filled with wildlife and breathtaking views.
Some of our picks even feature thoughtful touches like a heated stargazing dome or a pool that overlooks the mountains in Spain. From Alaskan cabins to an abbey in the Scottish Highlands, all of our vacation spots check the boxes for a restful retreat. No matter what your style, ideal weather, or favorite natural area, there is something here for everyone that will unlock their ultimate zen. Sometimes, you have to get away to really get away—and these are some of the best places to do so.
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An A-Frame Cabin in Colorado
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Nothing says “quiet” like absolute seclusion. Tucked in the Pikes Peak Region in Florissant, Colorado is this gorgeous A-frame, complete with a hot tub and a heated stargazing dome. It’s surrounded by towering pine trees, beautiful wildlife, and breathtaking views, giving it a feeling of pure tranquility.
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A Home Overlooking the Mountains in Mallorca
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This beautiful mountainside home sits in the heart of Mallorca in the UNESCO natural reserve of Sierra de Tramuntana. The house is terraced with an artist studio, equipped with a gorgeous pool, and framed by breathtaking views of the forest and mountains.
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A Log Cabin in Alaska
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One word that perfectly describes this cozy cabin in Fairbanks, Alaska is: Solitude. It’s a version of dry-cabin living, with minimal running water in the kitchen sink and no indoor bathroom. They do, however, have a small outdoor shower and authentic Alaskan outhouse. And at the right time of year, you can see the northern lights—so the sacrifice isn’t without reward.
04
A Home Outside of a Ghost Town
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What could be quieter than a place that’s totally deserted? Terlingua, Texas, was a mining town that went bust after the Great Depression. There’s since been a revitalization, and this solar-powered tiny house is a great way to experience it.
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An Abbey in the Scottish Highlands
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The Scottish Highlands are famed for their majestic landscape. (Did you know Jonathan proposed to Zooey in Scotland?) This former abbey is nestled at the southern end of Loch Ness, where the mountains soar out of every window. Known as the Scriptorium (it was once the secret writing room of the monastery), it’s completely detached from the other apartments in the abbey.
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A Yurt On a River
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A circular dwelling meant to evoke a sense of zen, this yurt in Clyde, North Carolina, has all the luxuries of a modern home with the benefits of a camping adventure. The porch is the perfect place to sit, relax, and listen to the babbling of the river.
