Glebe House Sauna & Cold Plunge
A wood-fired sauna and icy waters for your wellness ritual overlooking the Coly Valley in East Devon
Outdoor Sauna & Cold Plunge in Devon
Our long-awaited Glebe House sauna and cold plunge marks an exciting new chapter for us. Sauna sessions have become something we personally love, a simple ritual that leaves you relaxed, recharged and ready for anything. Now, we're delighted to share it with you.
Our wood-fired sauna sits in a quiet, private corner of the southern garden, beyond the tennis court, with beautiful views across the Coly Valley, rolling hills and the hamlet of Southleigh. After a day walking the South West Coast Path, there's nothing quite like the warmth of a wood-fired sauna followed by a cold plunge. It's a calm retreat designed for switching off properly.
Sauna & Cold Plunge
Unwind with a private sauna and cold plunge experience at Glebe House, designed to help you slow down, reconnect and leave feeling completely restored. Our hand-built wood-fired sauna, crafted by Kernow Springs, comfortably seats up to six people, while the adjoining cold plunge is maintained at a refreshing 8°C using a filtered chiller system for the perfect contrast.
Each booking also includes a hot outdoor shower, fresh towels, seasonal fruit, a chilled post-sauna wellness shot, changing facilities, storage space and a preparation area, ensuring everything you need for a relaxing and restorative experience.
Sessions last 1 hour 15 minutes, with 1 hour to enjoy the sauna and cold plunge followed by 15 minutes to shower, change and unwind at your own pace.
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Session Times
Morning
8:00am
9:30am
Afternoon & Evening
3:00pm
4:30pm
6:00pm
Pricing
House Guests
£70 per couple
Additional guests: £10 per person
Day Guests
£85 per couple
Additional guests: £10 per person
Private sessions are available to both house guests and day visitors, offering a peaceful wellness experience surrounded by the gardens and countryside of Glebe House.
Sauna & Dine Experience
Turn your sauna session into a complete countryside escape with one of our Sauna & Dine experiences. Begin with a private wood-fired sauna and invigorating cold plunge before settling into the restaurant to enjoy thoughtfully prepared seasonal food. From relaxed weekend lunches to our signature tasting menu, each experience is designed to leave you feeling restored, nourished and unhurried.
Available seven days a week, subject to availability, all Sauna & Dine experiences are offered at a discounted package price compared to booking the sauna and dining separately.
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Lunch Experiences
Saturday Lunch – A seasonal lunch served on Saturday afternoons.
Sunday Lunch – Our Sunday lunch menu, celebrating the best local and seasonal ingredients.
Dinner Experiences
Kitchen Supper – A relaxed three-course seasonal menu, available Monday to Wednesday evenings.
Glebe House Dinner – Our signature five-course tasting menu with additional snacks and extras, available Thursday to Saturday evenings.
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1 hour private wood-fired sauna and cold plunge (for 2–6 guests)
Hot outdoor shower and 15 minutes to freshen up
A chilled post-sauna shot and fresh fruit
Your choice of lunch or dinner in the restaurant
To allow plenty of time to relax and transition from sauna to table, we recommend the following timings:
Sauna & Lunch:
11:00 am sauna with a 12:30 pm lunch table
12.30 pm sauna with a 2:00 pm lunch table
Sauna & Dinner:
4:30 pm sauna with a 6:00 pm dinner table
6:00pm sauna with a 7:30pm dinner table
Timings are a guide and may vary depending on availability.
For availability and pricing, please contact our reservations team:
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Plunge Pool
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The Sauna View
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Sauna and Changing
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Shower
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Refreshments
Sauna & Dine Packages: The Savings Guide
Book a Sauna & Dine package and enjoy a discounted combined price on both the sauna and your meal. You may check the package’ prices here.
As a guide, a group of four guests can expect to save approximately:
Sauna & Saturday Lunch - save £28.5
Sauna & Sunday Lunch - save £30.10
Sauna & Kitchen Supper - save £28.5
Sauna & Glebe House Dinner - save £40.5
Exact pricing varies depending on group size, day and menu choice.
Sauna & Dine packages are subject to sauna and restaurant availability. Weekend dates book up quickly.
For availability and pricing, please contact our reservations team:
Sauna & Cold Plunge: Terms & Conditions
Please take some time to read our Terms & Conditions, including our Cancellation Policy.
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Use of the sauna and cold plunge is entirely at your own risk. By booking, you confirm that all participants:
Have read and accepted these terms.
Are in good health and responsible for their own wellbeing.
Have consulted a GP if unsure about safe use.
Seek medical advice if any of the following apply (not exhaustive): pregnancy, heart or circulatory issues, high/low blood pressure, history of heart attack or stroke, asthma, respiratory issues, epilepsy, diabetes, arterial disease, joint/muscle injury, or use of medication/recreational drugs.
Leave the sauna or plunge immediately if you feel faint, dizzy, or unwell. Glebe House Devon Ltd. accepts no liability for injury, illness, or loss except where caused by proven negligence.
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Enter slowly; never dive or submerge your head.
Ensure another person is present.
Exit immediately if breathless or uncomfortable.
Under-16s are not permitted to use the cold plunge.
Use is voluntary and at your own risk.
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Under-16s may use the sauna only with prior agreement
Must be supervised at all times (1 adult per 2 children)
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Glebe House accepts no responsibility for lost, stolen, or damaged items.
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Access involves steps and uneven ground, which may not suit all guests. Please contact us in advance to discuss requirements.
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No alcohol, drugs, smoking or vaping
Remove all metal items (jewellery, watches, glasses)
Sit on a clean towel; shoes off
Bring two towels and drinking water
Use only the provided ladle on the stones
Do not touch the stove, stones, flue, or firebox
Move with care - surfaces may be hot or slippery
Keep noise low and respect other guests
No photography without consent
Essential oils only if provided or approved
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Sessions continue in most weather.
A refund or reschedule will be offered only if Glebe House closes due to unsafe conditions (e.g. storms, ice, extreme winds).
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48+ hours notice: full refund or reschedule
24-48 hours notice: 50% refund or reschedule if possible
Less than 24 hours / no-shows: non-refundable
Private sauna bookings: 72 hours' notice required
Arriving 15+ minutes late may result in loss of session without refund
If Glebe House cancels for operational or safety reasons, you will receive a full refund or reschedule.
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By booking, you:
Accept all risks associated with sauna and cold-plunge use.
Waive any claims against Glebe House Devon Ltd, its owners and staff, except where required by law.
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By completing your booking, you confirm that you:
Have read and understood these Terms and Conditions
Are medically fit to use the sauna and/or cold plunge
Accept all associated risks
A Taste of East Devon
12-20 SEPTEMBER 2026
We're delighted to be part of Taste East Devon Festival this September, celebrating the food, people and landscapes that make this corner of Devon so special.
This September, our Sauna & Dine experience joins a celebration of East Devon's food, drink and hospitality. Enjoy a private wood-fired sauna and cold plunge, followed by relaxed seasonal dining at Glebe House.
Whether you're looking to unwind with friends, enjoy a long lunch or make an evening of it, our experience offers a chance to slow down, recharge, and enjoy the best of our corner of East Devon.
