Exclusive wood-fired sauna and lounge for 90 minutes, ideal for groups up to 10
90 mins
Up to 10 people
Wood-fired sauna, Lounge access
Enjoy exclusive access to a traditional, wood-fired, Finnish-inspired sauna and lounge for 90 minutes. Start with a brief orientation, then cycle hot rounds with cool plunges and rest as you like.
Minimum age is 12. Arrive 15 minutes early to maximize your time. Bring a towel to sit on in the hot room; rentals available.
Changes or cancellations are allowed up to 72 hours before your session for a refund or credit. No refunds or credits within 72 hours.
Product ID: NU8ZB4
Rivanna River Company
This riverside spot in Charlottesville has built a loyal following around a surprisingly diverse mix of activities, from sauna and cold plunge sessions to kayaking, tubing, paintball, and live music. The common thread across all of it is genuinely warm, attentive staff who seem to care about making each visit memorable. Thoughtful details like essential oils, ginger lemon tea, lavender towels, and a gathering fire between sauna sessions show real intention behind the experience. The sauna and cold plunge offering draws especially passionate reviews, with couples and groups alike calling it deeply relaxing and beautifully designed. The setting along the Rivanna River adds a natural backdrop that elevates even the simpler activities. Paintball gets a shoutout for being a great outlet for high-energy groups, though fair warning from regulars: long sleeves and pants are a must. With a near-perfect rating across a large number of reviews, this place clearly delivers consistently and is worth adding to your plans.
We rented kayaks and SUPs at the end of August with our kids. It was such a great time! Great set up, pretty setting, convenient, friendly staff. Also they have delicious popsicles for after the water. We are from out of state, but if we return to Charlottesville, we will be back!
Heather G
August 22, 2026
We rented kayaks and SUPs at the end of August with our kids. It was such a great time! Great set up, pretty setting, convenient, friendly staff. Also they have delicious popsicles for after the water. We are from out of state, but if we return to Charlottesville, we will be back!
Heather G
August 22, 2026
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