Scribner's Catskill Lodge, New York
Perched on a hillside with sweeping views of the Catskill Mountains, Scribner's has mastered the art of the stylish mountain getaway. The lodge’s aesthetic is a blend of vintage warmth and modern minimalism, with dark woods, clean lines, and picture windows
that frame the dramatic landscape. After a day spent hiking nearby trails or exploring the quirky towns of Hunter and Tannersville, the experience is capped off by a thoughtful coffee program. The on-site restaurant and lounge, Prospect, sources its beans from local New York roasters, ensuring that the espresso you sip by the circular fireplace or on your private balcony is as well-crafted as the design surrounding you. It’s the kind of place where your morning brew feels like an essential part of the alpine scenery, not just a prelude to it.
The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse, Oregon
Nestled in the heart of the Deschutes National Forest on the shore of a crystal-clear lake, The Suttle Lodge offers a rustic-chic summer camp vibe for adults. The main lodge features cozy, well-appointed rooms, but the real magic is in the surrounding lakeside cabins. The team behind the lodge has deep roots in Portland’s celebrated food and drink scene, and that expertise is on full display. The Boathouse restaurant serves delicious meals, while the lobby’s Skip Bar offers cocktails and, crucially, excellent coffee from Coava Coffee Roasters, a Portland institution. Waking up in your cabin, grabbing a perfectly brewed pour-over, and walking down to the dock as the morning mist lifts off the water is a core Oregon experience, beautifully curated.
LOGE Camps, Multiple Locations
LOGE (pronounced “lodge”) is designed for outdoor adventurers who appreciate good amenities. With outposts near premier adventure hubs like Bend, Oregon, and Leavenworth, Washington, LOGE transforms old motels into vibrant bases for hiking, skiing, and climbing. The concept is brilliant: rooms come with gear racks, and on-site you’ll find gear rentals, fire pits, and live music. But they also understand that adventure is fueled by caffeine. Every LOGE location features an on-site café that proudly serves coffee from a top-tier local roaster. For example, the Bend location features brews from Thump Coffee, a local favorite. This isn’t an afterthought; it’s a central part of the community-focused atmosphere, giving you a place to plan your day’s excursion over a quality latte before hitting the trails.
The Swag, North Carolina
For those who prefer their nature with a heavy dose of luxury, The Swag is an Appalachian dream. This all-inclusive resort sits at an elevation of 5,000 feet, bordering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The views are, without exaggeration, breathtaking. Guests stay in private cabins or lodge rooms crafted from hand-hewn logs, with access to miles of pristine hiking trails. Here, luxury means every detail is considered. The culinary program is exquisite, and that philosophy extends to the coffee. You won't find a generic pod machine here. Instead, you'll be treated to premium, freshly brewed coffee that you can enjoy on your porch rocker while watching clouds drift through the mountain peaks. It’s a quiet, restorative experience where the quality of your cup matches the grandeur of your surroundings.
El Cosmico, Texas
In the high desert plains of Marfa, Texas, El Cosmico offers a different kind of nature—vast, artistic, and minimalist. This isn't a forest retreat; it's a bohemian campground hotel where you can stay in renovated vintage trailers, yurts, or safari tents under an impossibly big sky. The beauty here is stark and expansive. El Cosmico is about disconnecting from the noise and connecting with a sense of creative community. Their provision company serves as the camp’s hub, offering local goods and, of course, great coffee. Sipping a meticulously prepared cup from a local Texas roaster while watching the sunrise paint the desert landscape is a uniquely transcendent experience, proving that a stunning natural setting doesn't always have to involve trees and mountains.
