Inside the Cottonmill Spa
Cottonmill Spa, Sopwell House
Did you know that the UK’s first private members’ Spa is only a stone’s throw away? If not, you do now. We’re talking about the new £14 million spa called The Cottonmill, located at the beautiful Sopwell House in St. Albans.
We had the pleasure of visiting this elegant three story, state-of-the-art spa, and came away feeling more refreshed than ever. We were warmly welcomed by Amanda George, the Spa Manager, who showed us around the exceptional space, designed by award-winning spa, hotel and wellness interior designers Sparcstudio.
From the moment we entered to the moment we left, we felt that we could have been anywhere. This may have been due to the intensive research that the Bejerano family carried out, visiting the world’s best spas to gather inspiration that they could incorporate into the Cottonmill, whilst managing to make it unique.
There are two membership options available: The Cottonmill membership entitles entry to a pool, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pools, and outdoor terrace. Access is also granted to the gym, fitness studio, classes, salon, sitting room and pantry. Members of The Club can also indulge in the new luxurious extension - an exclusive labyrinth of areas including a hydro-pool, whisper room with a panoramic sauna, a botanical steam room and deep relaxation room. A garden room with a salt steam room and organic sauna which faces the picturesque spa garden with its hot tubs, water features and fire pit - designed by gold medal-winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show designer Ann-Marie Powell.
Non-members can also indulge in their facilities. The Cottonmill Spa starts from as little as £70 for a half day including Afternoon Tea. The Club starts from £140 for a full day access to all areas including a three-course lunch.
When it comes to treatments, there is a huge variety of options. From traditional therapies such as reflexology, to bespoke massages and facials using products from Elemis, ESPA and Aromatherapy Associates - three British innovators of the spa world.
We know how important wellness and work-life balance is. If you feel yourself needing a quiet escape, where you can slip on a cotton dressing gown and be utterly looked after, in a serene calming environment then this masterpiece is certainly the place to come.