The Restful Sauna
Step into a traditional wood-fired sauna overlooking the pond, where a natural heat and cold ritual helps relax the body, clear the mind, and restore balance.
The Restful Sauna combines the deep, grounding warmth of a wood-fired sauna with the refreshing contrast of a cold plunge, helping to boost circulation and support the body's natural recovery.
Together, heat and cold create a powerful reset for both body and mind — helping to release tension, reduce stress, and bring you fully into the present moment.
Wood-Fired sauna & cold plunge beside the pond,
Just minutes from Saffron Walden.
Thai Yoga Massage Therapy
Balance. Restore. Energise.
Saffron Thai Yoga Massage
Hi, I’m Rachel.
I offer Thai yoga massage and run The Restful Sauna from Riverside Barns, Ickleton.
Both spaces are designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and rest.
Traditional Thai yoga massage is a slow, flowing bodywork practice that works with breath and intuitive pressure to release tension and restore balance.
This sauna is such a hidden gem! Nestled in a beautiful setting on the banks of a gently flowing river and surrounded by trees, it’s the perfect place to switch off and reconnect with nature.
The cold plunge is a real treat and leaves you feeling refreshed and invigorated. Rachel is so lovely and welcoming, making the whole experience feel relaxed, friendly and incredibly inviting.
A truly tranquil experience that I’d highly recommend. I can’t wait to come back!
What client's say
Wow…..amazing treatment and practitioner. Rachel is such an intuitive therapist and I highly recommend her. Rachel makes you feel at complete ease and you feel held. Rachel knows exactly the right amount of pressure required and enables you to relax and sink deeper into the therapy whilst, she works in synergy with your body. Most definitely one of the best treatments and therapists I have had the opportunity to experience. Cannot wait for my next one.
An idyllic spot to relax in - the sauna and plunge pool were both perfect. I really loved the small group feel - it wasn't over crowded and felt that you were in your own little sanctuary. Rachel was the ideal host and had thought of everything - highly recommend.