The Sauna
Our wild sauna sits right on the shores of Loch Venachar, allowing you to switch between the loch and the sauna throughout your session.
The wild sauna has a back window with views overlooking the surrounding mountains, showcasing some of Scotlands most beautiful scenery, this is truly one of the most beautiful scottish wild saunas.
We offer two ice-bath options—nature’s own Loch Venachar and a red-cedar cold plunge maintained at 3°C. Check the loch temperature guide at the bottom of the page
Our wild sauna is available every day, with the exception of days when we host weddings. This means you can indulge in this unique experience almost any day of the week, allowing you to seamlessly fit a session into your plans.
The Facilities
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Finnish Sauna
Our wild sauna sits right on the shores of Loch Venachar, with a large picture window at the back that looks straight across the loch to the surrounding mountains. It comfortably seats 8 guests for group sessions and up to 10 for private sessions, making it perfect for social sweats or intimate gatherings.
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Cold Plunge
Our dedicated cold plunge sits right next to the sauna for instant contrast. It’s a Luxlay red-cedar ice bath, chilled to a steady 3°C—perfect for a quick hit of very cold water between heats or as a sharp standalone reset.
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The Loch
Loch Venachar is our natural ice bath—a beautiful, crystal-clear loch just steps from the sauna for wild swims and quick dips between heats. The views are sweeping and ever-changing, with mountains framing the water, making every plunge feel one-of-a-kind.
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Changing Area
We’re building permanent indoor changing rooms and showers. In the meantime, we have a designated changing area in our boathouse.
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Restaurant
We love good food made with the best local, seasonal produce. Whether you’re sitting inside with views across the loch, or out on our decking right at the water’s edge, it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal.
Packages.
We offer packages tailored to your group size, preferred duration, and whether you’d like a private or sociable session.
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Mixed Group Sessions
Share your session with other likeminded individuals. Book your 1 hour time slot now. Max 8 pax per hour. £15 pp
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Private Sessions
Book for yourself or your own group. Max 10 pax. Max 3 hours. From £100
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Private Full Day
Hire the sauna for the Whole day. 10 pax in the sauna at once but up to 50 pax welcome. From £525
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Monthly Memberships
Unlimited use of the sauna. Only mixed group sessions available. From £50 pm
Wild Sauna In Scotland.
How It Works?
Click any of the “Book Now” buttons on our website to access our booking system. From there, select the type of session you’d like to book. Once your booking is complete, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the details.
On the day of your booking, make your way to Venachar Lochside, where ample parking is available. Upon arrival, head into the main building, and a team member will be there to check you in. Whether you choose to arrive early for a swim or just in time for your session, we’re happy to accommodate you either way—it’s entirely up to you!
The restaurant is open from 9am–6pm for coffee & cake and lunch 12–4pm. Make your day at Venachar Lochside extra relaxing—drop in before or after the sauna.
Standard group sessions last one hour, and we kindly ask that you stick to your allocated time slot and ask you try to arrive at least 5 minutes before your session begins. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
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Seasonal water levels at the sauna
Jan–Jun & Oct–Dec: The loch is usually right up to the sauna.
Expect ~1 metre from the sauna to the water, and it gets deep quickly near the edge.Jul–Sep: The loch sits lower and varies a lot.
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Seasonal water temperature at the sauna
Jan–Mar: Typically 3–7 °C (very cold).
Apr–Jun: Typically 7–13 °C (still cold; warming through late May/June).
Jul–Sep: Typically 13–17 °C (cool; warmest in August, occasionally ~18–19 °C on hot, calm days).
Oct–Dec: Typically 5–12 °C (cooling quickly).
Coming Soon
Coming soon: We’re upgrading the Wild Spa with luxury changing rooms and hot showers, plus a second indoor sauna upstairs in the boathouse—framing sweeping views over the loch and surrounding mountains. Expect the same wild setting you love, now with elevated comfort and more space to unwind between dips. Join our list to be first to book.