Just 90 miles outside of Manhattan is every wellness lover’s dream destination: Shou Sugi Ban House — a Japanese-inspired all-inclusive wellness retreat that blends integrative health and holistic living through personal experiences. The first-of-its-kind to call the Southampton’s hamlet town of Water Mill home, it’s a place where you can escape the everyday; hit the pause button without feeling an ounce of guilt. There’s a spa, as well as tailored nutrition, fitness and mediation experiences that encourage you to slow down. Whether you’re looking to escape for a few days or just a few short hours, they have something unique to offer everyone.
Location: Water Mill, New York
Style: Quiet Luxury
Vibe: Peaceful & Restorative
Rooms: 13 individual wabi-sabi inspired guest studios set around the main saltwater swimming pool. The studios are decorated in a minimalist aesthetic free of clutter with calming color palettes that create an incredibly tranquil place to rest your head. Each offer a private garden with a massage area, cozy fireplace, a traditional Japanese soaking tub and more. We highly suggest taking a seasonal soak with the custom bath salts that are prepared with magnesium flakes, local herbs and flowers… it’s heavenly.
Dining: The food here is nothing short of extraordinary and if it were open to the public, we guarantee there would be a line that wraps around the block. The open-kitchen concept is overseen by Michelin-starred chef Mads Refslund whose menus are filled with nutrient-dense, hyper-seasonal and organic goodness supplied by the local farms and their own on-site garden. We love the farm-to-table family-style dining — it gives you the opportunity to really immerse yourself in the experience and be totally present.
Spa: The spa has five treatment areas, access to the hydrotherapy facilities, thermal suites (you can find us in the infrared sauna), solarium deck and spa lounge. Each of the signature spa treatments here are to-die-for! From the ultra-relaxing Watsu water massage and Biologique Recherche algae treatment to the awakening vibrational sound healing and customized aromatherapy that helps to restore emotional balance, your options are endless! FYI: They are currently offering a special Winter Spa Series that includes 8 signature treatments like facials, massages and body scrubs, sound baths and more!
Wellness Retreats: The heart and soul of Shou Sugi Ban House is their thoughtful and ever-evolving wellness programming and quite honestly, the hardest decision you’ll have to make is which of the enriching retreat experiences to book… The custom escape allows you to collaborate and craft your own individual wellness experience and includes daily movement classes, nutritional consultations, shamanic healings, the list goes on. For individuals who may only have a few hours to spare, the day retreat is perfect for you and gives you enough time to enjoy some enriching and therapeutic spa experiences. If you are someone who is looking for a more immersive and transformative experience, book the signature retreat. It’s an all-inclusive three-day program that offers endless opportunity to reset and reconnect.
Facilities & Amenities: Throughout the property you’ll find two saltwater pools, a Meditation Hall and Healing Arts Barn where you can take part in energy, reiki and aromatherapy practices. A Tea Lounge for sipping teas, tonics and elixirs from all over the world and an open-air Movement Pavilion that has an array of classes like yoga, strength training, breathwork and more.
Highlights: Sustainability is top of mind here — from the use of geothermal heating and cooling systems and solar panels to their eco-friendly culinary philosophies and landscaping that’s guided by an appreciation for the local environment, the team’s deep commitment to sustainable practices is admirable. We also love that in addition to the daily happenings they throughout the year, they host a ton of really cool and unique seasonal events and retreats like the upcoming Full Moon Sound Bath & Lunch! To see the events calendar, click here.
Perfect For: Anyone who wants a healing or transformative health and wellness program in a desirable, easy-to-get-to location + people that want a week-long getaway at a beautiful hotel that offers elements of wellness with a really great spa.
Suggested Length of Stay: 2-7 nights
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