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Most peaceful place in North Carolina

If your body’s tense, your mind’s loud, or you just need to reset Shoji Spa & Retreat in Asheville, NC is the spot!

You can even stay overnight in their on site Japanese inspired lodges surrounded by quiet mountain forest.

This is your sign to unplug, breathe, and prioritize yourself.

📍 Shoji Spa & Retreat

96 Avondale Heights Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

#ThingsToDo #lemon8challenge Shoji Spa & Retreat Asheville #spa #asheville #hiddengem

2025/11/24 Edited to

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