An hour in the sauna, with nobody else in it
A private infrared sauna suite at The Farmhouse: book it for one, two, three or four, with a robe each and the relaxation lounge afterwards. Next door, the Soak Room, where a deep bath is drawn for you with salts, oils and 45 minutes of quiet, booked by phone.
The infrared sauna, robes on the hooks
The Soak Room: a freestanding bath under the window
GROUND bath salts for the Soak Room
The door to the Soak Room
Gentler heat, and the door shut behind you
An infrared sauna warms you directly rather than heating the air, so it runs cooler than a traditional sauna and most people are comfortable in it for far longer. Ours is a cedar cabin in its own suite at The Farmhouse, with a changing area and chairs by the window, and you book the whole suite: for the hour, it is only you.
Come on its own as a reset, or before a massage so the muscles are warm when the therapist starts. Water and a robe are waiting, and the relaxation lounge and its refreshments are included afterwards.
| The suite for an hour | Price |
|---|---|
| One person | £40 |
| Two people | £60 |
| Three people | £80 |
| Four people | £100 |
The sauna suite lounge at The FarmhouseThe infrared sauna suite at The FarmhouseThe infrared sauna, robes on the hooks
The changing area of the sauna suite
Armchairs by the window in the sauna suiteGROUND bath salts for the Soak RoomA bath, drawn for you
A deep freestanding bath under the window of a stone room, with an armchair and soft linen beside it. We draw it to temperature with Himalayan salts and GROUND oils, start you with a body scrub, and leave you to 45 minutes of it with a heated eye mask and your choice of quiet music or a guided meditation. A body oil and a face balm finish it.
- Deep Sleep Soaknight-time Himalayan salts and sleep oils, a body scrub first, a comforting body oil and face balm after
- Awakening Soakbright, energising oils and mineral salts, an invigorating scrub, a revitalising oil and face balm
- Restore Soakearthy, grounding oils, a smoothing scrub, a nourishing oil and a replenishing balm
- Warming Muscle Recovery Soakbody brushing first, mineral salts in the water, then a body oil and a magnesium spray where it aches
- Mother to Be Soakpregnancy-safe salts at a gentler temperature, a cooling aloe vera face mask while you soak
Forty-five minutes each; let your sensory test choose for you if you cannot. Add the Farmhouse face ritual, a self-guided facial beside the bath with your own set of products. The Soak Room is booked by phone on 01422 240024, and the spa team will give you the price for the ritual you choose.
Book the sauna by the hour
Pick how many of you, the day and the hour, and pay securely. The Soak Room is booked by phone on 01422 240024.
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The treatment listEvery ritual and price on one pageSeventy-four reviews, in their own words
Every review of The Farmhouse on Google since we opened. A few of them, each quoted as it was written.
“You’re kept in a relaxing, peaceful bubble from beginning to end and the treatment was just wonderful.”
Sophie, on Google“Beautiful waiting room with big cosy couches and an open fire. Such a wonderful experience.”
Kerry, on Google“Such an amazing massage, so relaxing. Afterwards there is a little quiet garden you can sit in.”
Isobel, on GoogleEight questions, answered
What do we wear in the sauna?
Swimwear, or a towel; a robe is provided for the walk between the suite and the lounge. Bring a hair tie and leave jewellery and anything metal in the changing area.
How hot is an infrared sauna?
Gentler than a traditional sauna. Infrared warms the body directly rather than heating the air, so the cabin runs cooler and most people are comfortable for far longer. Drink the water, step out whenever you want to, and go gently the first time.
Who should not use it?
If you are pregnant, have a heart condition or low blood pressure, are unwell, or have had a drink, give it a miss or ask your GP first. Tell us about anything relevant on the consultation form and the spa team will advise.
Can we have the sauna and a treatment?
Yes, and in that order if you can: warm muscles make a better massage. Book both online, leave fifteen minutes between them, and the lounge is there before, between and after.
How many of us can go in?
Up to four, and you book the whole suite whatever the number: £40 for one, £60 for two, £80 for three, £100 for four, for the hour.
How do we book the Soak Room?
By phone, on 01422 240024, as the baths are not in the online diary yet. Say which ritual you would like, or decide on the day with your sensory test, and the spa team will give you the price. Forty-five minutes.
Is there an age limit?
The Farmhouse is for guests aged 18 and over.
How do we pay, and what if we need to cancel?
Treatments and spa days are paid in full when you book, by card, unless they are part of a hotel package or paid with a voucher. The cancellation terms are shown before you pay; if your plans change, ring us as early as you can on 01422 240024 and we will do what we can with the diary.
The 17th-century manor house hotel
Holdsworth House is a four-star, award-winning hotel offering the very best of Yorkshire hospitality: thirty-two bedrooms, three panelled dining rooms, secluded bars and cosy corners. The house is full of history and charm, but what makes us special is our incredible staff.
Thirty-two bedroomsSuites with four-posters, House doubles under the eavesHave a look
Dinner in the restaurantThree panelled dining rooms, each with a fireHave a look
Afternoon teaEvery day from 1pm, in the lounge or on the terraceHave a look
The gardensThe knot garden, the Colonnade Courtyard, the walk across the paddockHave a look
Treatments
Spa days
Private hirePick an hour, we will do the rest
Book online in a minute, or ring reception on 01422 240024 if you would rather talk it through, are booking for more than one of you, or have a voucher to use.
