Seaview Sauna Dunnet Bay timber sauna cabin with an outdoor bath and three whisky barrel plunge tubs overlooking the bay

Seaview Sauna Dunnet Bay

The most northerly wood-fired sauna on the UK mainland

Rural Cold plunge
Seaview Sauna Dunnet Bay black timber sauna with a window reflecting the setting sun over the gravel terrace Seaview Sauna Dunnet Bay sauna cabin beside the timber-fenced plunge terrace with the bay and low sun beyond Seaview Sauna Dunnet Bay whisky barrel plunge tub filled with water looking out over the coast Seaview Sauna Dunnet Bay sunset over the bay seen across the fence and barrel plunge tub

Images credit: Seaview Sauna Dunnet Bay

At a glance

Heat Wood-fired
Water Cold plunge
Sessions Social sessions and private hire
Changing Private changing cubicles
Toilets Onsite
Booking Book online

About this sauna

Seaview Sauna Dunnet Bay sits high above the bay on the Caithness coast, a five-minute drive from the beach. The cabin is clad in black timber with a wide window along one side. Its gravel terrace is enclosed by a slatted timber fence strung with small lights and looks down to the sand of Dunnet Bay and the low hills behind.

The sauna is off grid and built with reclaimed materials. It is a stop on the NC500.

What to expect

  • Welcomed by a host on arrival
  • Social sessions for up to 10 people
  • Wood-fired sauna
  • Three whisky barrel cold plunges
  • Outdoor cold bath and outdoor shower
  • Views over Dunnet Bay

Additional experiences and sessions

  • Private hire available
  • Family and guided sessions available
  • Aufguss inspired sessions and special events

Plan your visit

Booking
Book online. Private sessions outside the listed times can be arranged by contacting the sauna directly
Getting there

By car: Dunnet, Caithness, around 20 minutes by car from Thurso on the A836 and a five-minute drive from Dunnet beach. Postcode for sat nav: KW14 8YD

Finding the sauna: The Google Maps link below takes you to the exact spot

Facilities
Private changing cubicles
Toilets
Onsite toilets
What to bring
  • Swimwear
  • Two towels (one for sitting on, one for drying off)
  • Flip flops or sandals
  • Warm layers for afterwards
  • Water bottle
  • Changing robe or loose layers for getting changed outdoors

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Location

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What’s nearby

Dunnet Bay Distillers, makers of Rock Rose Gin, is in Dunnet village and runs tours and a shop. Dunnet Head, the most northerly point of mainland Britain, is a short drive north, and the long sandy beach at Dunnet Bay is a few minutes away by car. For food, the Castle of Mey has a tearoom in season, and Thurso has the widest choice of cafés and restaurants all year.

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Before you go

If you’re new to wild saunas, these quick answers might help

Do you have to go in the water?

No — you can enjoy the sauna on its own.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes — you can move between the sauna, the water and breaks outside at your own pace.

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