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A Wellness-Focused Backyard:

How to Turn Your Outdoor Space Into a Healing Retreat

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Sparkling Pools & Harbor Hot Tubs is Hamptons Happiness, established in 1981 by Ian Fyffe, and we believe that your home should be a retreat where relaxation and rejuvenation are just a few steps away.

Your backyard has the potential to become more than just a place for barbecues and lounging, it can be a sanctuary that nurtures your body, calms your mind, and inspires connection with family and friends.

Here’s how to transform your outdoor space into a personal healing retreat and make wellness an everyday experience.

Step 1: Start with a Custom Pool

A pool is the cornerstone of a wellness-focused backyard. Beyond its beauty, a pool provides a space for low-impact exercise, relaxation, and family fun. Swimming and water aerobics are excellent for cardiovascular health and joint mobility, making your pool a true investment in longevity.

At Hamptons Happiness, we specialize in designing pools that integrate seamlessly into your landscape and lifestyle, from lap pools to family-friendly recreation pools. And with our maintenance services, you’ll enjoy crystal-clear water without worrying about upkeep.

Step 2: Add a Hot Tub for Hydrotherapy

After a long day, there’s nothing like the soothing effect of a hot tub. The warm water and therapeutic jets:

  • Relieve muscle tension and joint stiffness
  • Reduce stress levels and promote relaxation
  • Improve sleep quality by helping your body wind down naturally

Whether you prefer a compact two-person model or a spacious family-sized spa, we offer self-cleaning hot tubs that keep maintenance simple and give you more time to enjoy your wellness rituals.

Step 3: Include a Sauna for Total Detox

Adding a sauna to your backyard elevates the wellness experience by offering a space for detoxification and mental reset. Regular sauna sessions can:

  • Promote deep sweating to flush toxins from your system
  • Boost circulation and support heart health
  • Reduce stress and improve mood
  • Complement your pool and hot tub routine for a full thermal cycle experience

Outdoor saunas like the Auroom Natura or FINSAUNA Reviva Pod also create a striking visual element, turning your backyard into a true retreat.

Step 4: Incorporate a Cold Plunge Tub

For the ultimate contrast therapy, add a cold plunge tub. Immersing in cold water after a sauna or hot tub session helps tighten pores, reduce inflammation, and refresh the mind. Many clients report increased energy and improved mood from just a few minutes in the plunge.

Our HotShot Cold Plunge + Hot Tub Combo is a perfect solution for smaller spaces, offering both hot and cold therapy in one sleek, plug-and-play unit.

Step 5: Create the Right Atmosphere

Wellness isn’t just about the products — it’s about the environment you create. Consider adding:

  • Ambient Lighting: Soft, warm lighting can transform your backyard into a calming oasis at night.
  • Outdoor Showers: Rinse off after a swim, sauna, or plunge for a spa-like experience.
  • Lounge Spaces: Comfortable seating and shade solutions encourage lingering and relaxation.
  • Natural Elements: Landscaping with native plants, stone, or wood creates a connection to nature.

Your Partner in Luxury Wellness

From steam to hot water to cold plunge, Hamptons Happiness is your partner in creating a backyard that supports your health and happiness year-round. Whether you’re starting with a single feature or planning a complete backyard transformation, our team will guide you from design to installation and keep everything running beautifully with ongoing service and support.

Visit our East Hampton showroom or contact us today to start designing your wellness-focused backyard retreat.

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