Saunas with Soul is a multi-award-winning sauna experience featuring wood-fired saunas and whiskey barrel plunges across three stunning Carlingford locations, with breathtaking views across Carlingford Lough, Slieve Foy and the Mourne Mountains. Sessions from €15.
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Ghan Road, Carlingford, Co Louth, A91 X820. Wood-fired sauna, changing rooms, instant hot shower and steps straight down into the lough.
Three whiskey barrel plunges on site: two with fresh water and seaweed, and one with just fresh water.
The Pier sessions offer spectacular, uninterrupted views of Slieve Foy Mountain, with direct access to pier jumps and the nearby beach. There is beach access approximately 4 hours before and after high tide.
One whiskey barrel plunge on site, filled with fresh water and seaweed.


Our new fully private wellness retreat in South Commons, Carlingford offers exclusive sauna access, cold plunge barrels (including one filled with giant ice cubes), a panoramic sun room for pre-sauna refreshments and nibbles, and breathtaking views across Carlingford Lough and the Mourne Mountains.
Just a 3-minute drive from Carlingford Village, our private wellness experiences last 90 minutes.
Sessions are 50 minutes long. However, if the following session is not full, we do not rush customers out.
We would recommend you arrive 5 mins before your public session starts. We have portable changing facilities with male and female rooms.
Into the wood-fired sauna, with stunning views across Carlingford Lough and towards the majestic Slieve Foy Mountain.
Straight out into one of our whiskey barrel cold plunges.
We have tidal access to Carlingford Lough, normally 2 and a half hours before and after high tide at the Folklore Park, and 4 hours before and after high tide at Carlingford Pier. Check Carlingford Lough tides.
We have an instant hot and cold shower for rinsing off before your cold plunges and when you start and finish your session.
Stunning views across Carlingford Lough and towards the majestic Slieve Foy Mountain.
Rated 5.0 on Google.
"An amazing sensory experience. The views over Carlingford Lough and the Mourne Mountains are to die for."
"1st class experience! The views are amazing. Phil the owner is so friendly and explains how it all works."
"Had a lovely, peaceful experience here. The view of the Mournes is unbeatable and being able to go for a dip in the sea was very special."
For bookings or times not available on our booking system, please contact us directly on 087 271 6323 or email info@saunaswithsoul.ie.