New for 2025 – the PAYG Wood Fired Sauna
We hope you enjoy our new wood-fired sauna! We are excited to offer you a truly authentic and relaxing experience, where the warmth of the fire and the soothing heat of the sauna combine to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. As you unwind, allow the natural aromas of the wood and the gentle steam to melt away stress, leaving you feeling refreshed and revitalized. Enjoy this peaceful retreat, designed to provide a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Our cold plunge pool!
After enjoying the warmth of the wood-fired sauna, take the plunge into refreshing, invigorating cold water. This cooling experience is designed to revitalize your body, improve circulation, and enhance your overall sense of well-being. Whether you’re seeking a burst of energy or simply a refreshing contrast to the heat, the cold plunge offers a perfect way to balance and rejuvenate your body and mind. Enjoy the ultimate relaxation experience, combining heat, cold, and tranquillity.
Pay-As-You-Go
We appreciate that not all guests will use the sauna. Instead of raising prices, we are asking guests to pay for the sauna on an Honesty PAYG basis. If you use our wood, kindling, or lighters, please scan the QR code to make a £10 online payment.
Thank You
The sauna is shared between the pods and holiday cottage. Read the information notice in the sauna but in the meantime, here are some safety tips for using a sauna:
- Wear a swimming costume and place a dry towel between your skin and surfaces
- No food or drink in the sauna
- DO NOT touch the stove
- DO NOT suitable if pregnant, have pre-existing medical conditions outlined above, or for children, or if on your own
- DO NOT use sauna logs in the outdoor fire pits
- DO NOT store wood on or near the wood stove
- Hydration: Drink plenty of water before and after using the sauna. Sweating is how your body regulates temperature.
- Time: Limit your sauna session to 15–20 minutes. Healthy people who are well-hydrated can stay in for up to 45 minutes.
- Avoid certain substances: Don’t use the sauna if you’ve consumed alcohol, drugs, or certain medications. These can impair sweating and cause overheating.
- Remove jewellery: Take off all jewellery before entering the sauna, as it can overheat.
- Supervise children: Children should always be supervised by an adult.
- Avoid fragrances: Don’t use lotions, oils, perfumes, or any other fragrances in the sauna.
- Exit immediately: Leave the sauna immediately if you feel uncomfortable, dizzy, or sleepy.
- Shower: Shower after your sauna to cleanse your skin and close pores.
- DO NOT use the sauna when you’re ill: Avoid using the sauna if you’re ill or have a medical condition like low blood pressure.
- DO NOT smoke or vape: Smoking or vaping is not allowed inside the sauna.
- DO NOT dry clothes or towels: Don’t use the sauna to dry wet clothes or towels, as it can be unsanitary and may cause a fire or injuries.
How to light the wood stove 1 : 2 : 3
- Open the stove and rake any ash over the grate
- Remove the ash pan and dispose of the ash safely. Replace the ash pan
- Use 1 firelighter : 2 pieces of kindling : 3 logs
- Light the firelighter. Add small logs when appropriate. Close the stove door
- Open the air vents on the wall next to the thermometer to control the temperature
- Add larger logs. Use the protective gloves
- After 30 minutes, check the temperature and the logs. Add two more logs if it’s still ~60°C and the fire is waning
- The ideal temperature is between 70°C and 90°C. Do not operate the sauna in excess of 100°
Lastly, how to shut down the sauna
- The sauna is shared between the pods and holiday cottage. Please leave it as you would like to find it
- Use the surface cleaning spray to spray down benches after use
- Double check that the stove door and ash pan are fully closed
- Make sure that the plunge pool cover is securely closed and clipped.
- Close the door
- If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.