Shou Sugi Ban House

Shou Sugi Ban House takes its name from the ancient Japanese technique of charring cedar wood to preserve it — and the same philosophy of transformation through heat and intention runs through every aspect of this adults-only Hamptons retreat. The property offers a traditional Finnish-style cedar sauna alongside Japanese soaking tubs, cold plunge pools, and half a mile of guided meditation forest paths. Programming integrates Eastern contemplative practice with Nordic hydrotherapy. Set on a forested estate in Water Mill, with only 12 guestrooms, the exclusivity is absolute. This is arguably the most intentional sauna culture experience on the East Coast.