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Sauna at Shepherd Stays

Wellness & Recovery

Sauna & Cold Plunge

The ancient art of contrast therapy, in the Wiltshire countryside.

What we offer

Finnish Sauna.
Cold Plunge.

Our hand-built Finnish-style barrel sauna reaches 90°C and is fired by a traditional wood stove. Step out into the natural cold plunge pool — fed by filtered rainwater and maintained at a bracing 10–15°C year round. The contrast protocol — heat, cold, rest, repeat — is one of the most effective wellness practices known.

  • 1 free hour per day of stay included
  • Additional hours bookable online
  • Wood-fired 90°C Finnish sauna
  • Natural cold plunge pool
  • Towels and robes provided
Add to Your Stay
Sauna interior
Cold plunge
Relaxation
Sauna exterior

Sessions & Pricing

Your stay includes one complimentary hour per day. Book additional time in advance.

1 hourIncluded

1 complimentary session per day of stay

Included with stay
1 hour£25

Additional hour for staying guests

2 hours£45

Extended session for staying guests

Half day£85

4 hours — ideal for a deeper reset

The Contrast Protocol

Simple, ancient, transformative.

1

Heat

Enter the sauna at 80–90°C. Stay for 10–15 minutes. Let your body sweat.

2

Cold

Plunge into the cold water pool. 2–3 minutes. Breathe deeply. Stay calm.

3

Rest

Wrap up, sit outside, breathe the air. 10 minutes of total rest.

4

Repeat

3 rounds is ideal. Your nervous system will thank you for weeks.

Why It Works

The science behind contrast therapy.

Stress Relief

Heat and cold contrast regulates cortisol and triggers deep relaxation.

Improved Sleep

A sauna session before bed measurably improves sleep quality.

Circulation

Cold immersion drives blood back to your core, flushing muscles.

Mood Boost

Cold water triggers endorphins — the same rush as hard exercise.

Muscle Recovery

The contrast protocol reduces DOMS and speeds athletic recovery.

Skin & Immunity

Regular sauna use strengthens immune response and improves skin.

Book Your Session

1-hour slots · 7am–10pm daily · £ 25/hour

Staying with us? Your free allocation is included in your hut booking.

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