From Backyard to Retreat: How Panoramic Saunas Transform Outdoor Spaces
A thoughtfully landscaped yard creates a welcoming sense of peace and comfort in your outdoor space. Whether it’s the blossoming garden you’ve lovingly nurtured or the mountain vista that first drew you to your home, these natural treasures create inspiring opportunities for outdoor living you’ll want to make the most of. When you choose to install an outdoor sauna, you want to seamlessly blend your natural surroundings and the restorative tradition of heat therapy.
From the very first Redwood Outdoors models, our barrel sauna with a panoramic window has set the standard for outdoor indulgence, quickly becoming a sought-after favorite. We’ve made improvements to the design over the years and now feature two units with a large panoramic window: the Horizon and the Vista. The Panorama, an earlier model in that line, is no longer available. Both saunas are the perfect blend of striking design and therapeutic function. If you’re seeking a sauna that offers luxurious visual appeal, our panoramic models are an excellent choice.
Key Takeaways
- Redwood Outdoors now features two units with a large panoramic window: the Horizon and the Vista.
- The Panorama is an earlier model and is no longer available. The current panoramic-window saunas are the Horizon and the Vista.
- Stunningly large, 6mm glass windows provide immersive views.
- The interior is spaciously arranged to provide a comfortable experience for 1 to 6 bathers.
- Rounded roof ensures snow slides off with ease, perfect for winter months.
- The Horizon and Vista photograph beautifully and make a striking impression on your listing page.
What Do the Horizon and Vista Saunas Have in Common?
Designed for peace and renewal, both models feature:
| Feature | What it means |
|---|---|
| Glass | Stunningly large, 6mm glass windows provide immersive views |
| Light | Ample natural light during the day, relaxing starry views by night |
| Roof | Rounded roof ensures snow slides off with ease, perfect for winter months |
| Seating | Timeless barrel design featuring two spacious, parallel benches |
The interior is spaciously arranged to provide a comfortable experience for 1 to 6 bathers. Solo and duo bathers experience ultimate relaxation and a connection to nature, lying back and gazing out the window. Or invite your friends and family over and enjoy face-to-face connection and conversation while you sweat in community.
Are Panoramic Saunas a Good Fit for a Rental Property?
If you’re a short-term vacation rental owner adding a sauna to your property, the Horizon and Vista are excellent choices. They photograph beautifully and make a striking impression on your listing page. Guests will enjoy capturing photos of their loved ones through the window, creating memorable moments and shareable images that highlight your property.
“Ecstatic about our new panoramic view sauna from Redwood Outdoors. We were able to put together with ease and took our time to make it right. We would recommend this sauna to all our friends and family. It is fantastic! This sauna is truly a piece of art sitting in the distance of our sweet lavender field. The panoramic glass is perfect for looking out at our view. We still have much to do with landscaping around it but man it is such a peaceful energy added here at Wabi Sabi Gardens.” —L. Pamplin
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people fit in a panoramic sauna?
The interior is spaciously arranged to provide a comfortable experience for 1 to 6 bathers. Solo and duo bathers experience ultimate relaxation and a connection to nature, lying back and gazing out the window. Or invite your friends and family over and enjoy face-to-face connection and conversation while you sweat in community.
What do the Horizon and Vista have in common?
Both saunas are the perfect blend of striking design and therapeutic function. Both feature stunningly large, 6mm glass windows, ample natural light during the day, a rounded roof, and the timeless barrel design featuring two spacious, parallel benches. Compare them on our sauna collection page.
Do panoramic saunas handle snow?
Rounded roof ensures snow slides off with ease, perfect for winter months. For a full seasonal checklist, see our guide to winterizing your sauna and cold plunge.
Is a sauna a good addition to a vacation rental?
They photograph beautifully and make a striking impression on your listing page. Guests will enjoy capturing photos of their loved ones through the window, creating memorable moments and shareable images that highlight your property.
Is the Vista the same sauna as the Panorama?
No. The Panorama was an earlier Redwood Outdoors sauna with a panoramic window and is no longer available. Redwood Outdoors now features two units with a large panoramic window: the Horizon and the Vista.
How thick is the glass?
Stunningly large, 6mm glass windows provide immersive views. Ample natural light during the day, relaxing starry views by night.
The magic happens inside the sauna, of course, but appreciating the design and features of the structure matters too. Whether it’s a full backyard retreat or a standalone sauna, your wellness space should blend seamlessly with your home. Unwind and rejuvenate with a breathtaking view in our Horizon or Vista saunas.