Escape to The Mindful Monkey, a private outdoor wellness retreat nestled in the peaceful surroundings of South Wales. This calming sanctuary invites you to slow down, reconnect with your body, and restore balance through the mindful combination of heat, cold, and relaxation.
Your experience begins in our electric outdoor sauna, gently heated to the perfect temperature to release tension, improve circulation, and encourage deep relaxation. As the warmth settles into your muscles, take a few moments to breathe deeply, stretch, or simply sit in quiet reflection.
Next, step outside into the fresh air and immerse yourself in our ice bath — a refreshing contrast that invigorates both body and mind. Cold therapy boosts blood flow, reduces inflammation, and leaves you feeling alert and re-energised. You're free to move between the sauna and ice bath at your own pace, allowing your body to find its natural rhythm.
Afterwards, sink into our outdoor hot tub, where soothing bubbles and gentle heat complete your wellness cycle. It's the perfect way to unwind and let your body fully absorb the benefits of hot and cold contrast therapy. Surrounded by peaceful nature, you'll feel calm, refreshed, and completely renewed.
Between experiences, rest in our outdoor relaxation area and enjoy a few moments of stillness. A shower facility is available for freshening up before or after your session. Please bring your own towel, flip flops or sliders, and toiletries. There is also a power outlet if you wish to bring a hairdryer.
Depending on staff availability, you may be able to enhance your visit with an optional holistic treatment such as sports massage, deep tissue therapy, acupuncture, or cupping. These are offered by independent, qualified therapists who manage their own bookings — please enquire in advance if you'd like to include one.
At The Mindful Monkey, our goal is simple: to help you reconnect. In today's fast-paced world, taking time to pause, breathe, and be present is a powerful act of self-care. The combination of sauna, ice bath, and hot tub therapy offers both physical recovery and mental clarity — leaving you grounded, lighter, and deeply restored.
Good To Know
Please bring:
A towel (essential)
Flip flops or sliders for outdoor use
A refillable water bottle to stay hydrated
Shampoo/soap if you'd like to shower
Optional: your own hairdryer (a socket is available)
Please note:
No alcohol, smoking, or recreational drugs permitted on site
No under-18s allowed
Waiver required before attending
Please arrive 5 minutes early to settle in before your session
If you have any medical conditions such as heart or blood pressure issues, pregnancy, recent surgery, illness, fever, or open wounds, please consult your GP before booking.
