Wood-Fired Hot Tub

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The wood-fired hot tub is one of those experiences that stays with you. Set under open sky beside the river, it takes a bit of patience to heat — and every minute of the wait is worth it.

Step 1 — Fill the Tub

• —Close the drain valve (toggle perpendicular to the pipe)
• —Turn the left valve by the hillside to fill from the bottom
• —Fill to 6–8 inches from the top — takes approximately 40 minutes
• —Do not start the fire until the tub is full — the firebox can be damaged if heated dry

Step 2 — Start the Fire

• —Remove the stove lid
• —Layer paper/fire starter, then kindling, then medium logs
• —Light the tinder and let the kindling catch before adding larger logs

Step 3 — Heat the Water

• —Partially replace the stove lid with a gap for airflow
• —Keep a small, steady flame — no need to roar it
• —Stir the water often with the paddle for even heating
• —Water reaches 95–105°F in 90–120 minutes
• —Stop adding wood when the water reaches around 90°F — it will continue rising to ~104°F
• —The black thermal cover speeds up heating — keep it clear of the firebox

Step 4 — Soak

• —Stir occasionally to keep the water heating evenly
• —No bubbles, oils, soaps, or bath products — these damage the wood
• —Lights are controlled by the switch near the steps to the river

Step 5 — After Your Soak

• —Let the fire burn out completely — do not extinguish
• —Do not drain the tub — our cleaning team will handle this
• —Place the cover back on the tub
• —Water can be reused for up to 5 days