WOODLOCH SPA

A Sanctuary For The Senses 

By Patricia Canole

Nestled in the serene and picturesque Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, The Lodge at Woodloch is not just a luxury resort; it is an exclusive haven of wellness, tranquility, and rejuvenation. At the heart of this retreat lies its award-winning Spa, a sanctuary designed to pamper the body, mind, and soul. From its state-of-the-art facilities to its extensive menu of treatments, The Spa offers an unparalleled experience for those seeking a respite from the hustle of everyday life.

Consistently ranked in the top 10 by Travel & Leisure, The Lodge is located on over five hundred private wooded acres surrounded by fern-carpeted woodlands, wildlife, and a stunning lake. It’s the perfect setting for a wellness retreat. The Spa’s architecture and interior design seamlessly integrate with the natural environment, utilizing earthy tones, natural materials, and large windows that offer stunning landscape views. This unique blend of luxury and nature fosters a deep connection with the surroundings, enhancing the overall sense of peace and relaxation that guests experience. 

A BLEND OF NATURE & LUXURY
City dwellers love the adults-only Lodge for its serene, woodsy vibes. An air of calm permeates the place thanks to many options that seamlessly blend mellow to intense fitness classes, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, hydromassage water walls, and first-rate spa services. Sip Champagne and savor dessert while others nibble on vegetable plates. The choice is yours.

The Spa spans over 40,000 square feet and features an impressive array of facilities designed to cater to every aspect of wellness. The Aqua Garden, a signature feature, includes hydrotherapy pools with heated hydromassage water walls, providing a unique way to unwind and soothe sore muscles. The indoor pool, with its floor-to-ceiling windows, allows guests to swim while basking in natural light and overlooking the tranquil surroundings.

The Spa also boasts a comprehensive fitness center with the latest exercise technology, including cardio machines, free weights, and functional training equipment. For those who prefer a more holistic approach to fitness, the resort offers a thrilling variety of classes including yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi, held in dedicated studios designed to inspire and motivate.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS
At the core of The Spa is its extensive menu of treatments, each meticulously crafted to promote relaxation, healing, and rejuvenation. The Spa offers a diverse range of massages, facials, body treatments, and hydrotherapy services, all designed to address specific needs and preferences. What sets their treatments apart is the commitment to using only the highest quality, organic products.

Massages The massage therapy options include traditional Swedish and deep tissue massages, as well as specialty treatments like the Himalayan Salt Stone Massage, which combines Himalayan salt stones with detoxifying oils of citrus, black pepper, and cypress to soothe sore muscles and naturally re-mineralize the body.

Facials The Spa’s facial treatments use high-quality, organic skincare products to deliver visible results while nurturing the skin. The Hydrafacial, a popular choice, employs advanced technology to cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin, leaving it radiant and youthful.

Body Treatments At The Spa, body treatments are designed to detoxify, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin. The Rosemary Awakening is the signature treatment and begins with a stimulating body polish or rosemary and mint to cleanse and detoxify. After a massage with healing oils to ease muscles, you are wrapped to enhance relaxation, while a luxurious scalp massage and invigorating foot massage complete this experience. 

MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION
Mindfulness is a key component of the wellness philosophy at The Spa at The Lodge at Woodloch, which offers a variety of meditation and mindfulness classes designed to help guests cultivate a sense of inner peace and mental clarity. Guided meditation sessions, mindful walking in the resort’s labyrinth garden, and breathing workshops are just a few options. These practices encourage guests to slow down and connect with their inner selves.

Looking for a totally unique experience? The Gong with the Wind provides a series of glorious sounds that reverberate through the body. Lay on the floor while the instructor plays a massive gong, a sizeable disk-shaped percussion instrument that results in a sense of calm and well-being. It is known that ancient cultures used sound therapy to seek relaxation.

The Spa stands out as a premier destination for those seeking a wellness experience. For those who prefer fitness in the great outdoors, however, there are miles of hiking paths or a soulful labyrinth, trails for biking, birding or hatchet throwing, and archery are steps away.

A daily schedule of classes and hikes incorporates fitness, meditation, healthful dining, and learning. The lineup included dance, Pilates or yoga, weight training, and focused physical training, such as shoulder release and flexibility. Paths and trails wind throughout the preserve past fitness buildings, dining areas, a geodesic spirituality dome, spas, and even a coffee bar where you can enjoy a glass of wine—a good thing because alcoholic beverages are not served at meals. Spa treatments urge you to unwind in often unconventional ways. An early-week pressure-point massage was intuitive and somewhat uncomfortable but designed to set your wellness program in motion.

CULINARY WELLNESS
The Spa strongly emphasizes culinary wellness, recognizing the critical role nutrition plays in overall health. An excellent introduction to its culinary philosophy is to stroll their Blackmore Farm. Wander through the vegetable garden, orchard, and apiary. TREE, the resort’s farm-to-table restaurant, offers a delicious and nourishing menu. Ingredients, sourced from the resort’s farm, ensure that each dish is fresh, seasonal, and nutritious. Guests can also participate in cooking demonstrations and nutrition workshops to learn how to create healthy and flavorful meals at home.

Whether you seek a rejuvenating escape or a transformative wellness journey, the Spa at The Lodge at Woodloch promises an unforgettable experience. With its breathtaking natural surroundings, luxurious amenities, and commitment to holistic well-being, this sanctuary invites you to embark on a journey of self-discovery and renewal.

For more information on The Spa at The Lodge at Woodloch, visit thelodgeatwoodloch.com