GMS SAUNA LABO – 【Private Sauna & Hot Spring】

At the foot of the Zao mountain range in Miyagi prefecture.The special rental villa "GMS SAUNA LABO" is located in Aone Onsen, a land of history and famous hot springs, just a 45-minute drive from Sendai City. GMS SAUNA LABO is a space where you can fundamentally "reset" your mind and body from the daily grind through saunas and hot springs. The design of the cottage is Nordic style, pursuing warm wood and functional beauty.The themes of this space are "harmony with nature" and "liberation of the five senses". It quietly stimulates your senses and brings deep peace. The biggest feature of GMS SAUNA LABO is the trinity experience that can only be had here An authentic barrel sauna made from Miyagi wood, cold water from the Zao spring, and a private hot spring from the source spring associated with the Date family. You can exclusively enjoy this perfect cycle of heat and cold in a private environment limited to one group per day. A quality time to face yourself away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The deep peace and fulfillment you get here will enrich your daily life. The space “Perfect Private Wellness” Delivered by a Private Cottage with Sauna The ultimate wellness experience is made possible by our private cottages, which are available to one group per day. ・Exclusive use of time and space: Your group will have exclusive use of all the facilities—sauna, cold water bath, hot spring, and deck—from check-in to check-out.There is absolutely no need to be considerate of other guests. ・Freedom of routine: You can repeat the “sauna → cold water bath → outdoor air bath” cycle as often as you like, at your own pace, and without interruption from anyone.Channel the pursuit of the ultimate “totono” moment to your heart's content. ・Freedom of sound: The sounds of nature or conversations with close friends.The entire background music is private, enhancing the tranquility of the space.(*However, out of consideration for the neighbors, please refrain from making excessive noise late at night.) The ultimate three-phase reset, made possible by the sauna facilities at GMS SAUNA LAB.A sublime experience where nature and hot springs come together. — Awaken physical and mental vitality through a perfect cycle of heat, cold, and healing — Your stay at GMS SAUNA LABO is a wellness program where you can experience the ideal “heat, cold, and healing” routine envisioned by the designers.The area's abundant nature and our expertise in saunas will deeply revitalize your body and mind, leaving you feeling rejuvenated. 1. HEAT: Meditation Session in an Authentic Barrel Sauna The cottage is equipped with a private wood-burning barrel sauna made from Miyagi wood.Enjoy a sauna to your heart's content in a space where the only sound you will hear is the “crackling” of burning firewood. Environment and scent: Leveraging our expertise as a sauna brand, we have pursued an authentic Finnish design.For the aroma in the sauna, we provide aroma oils from the Nordic brand OSMIA.You can adjust the steam yourself and enjoy a quiet “meditation session” surrounded by your preferred humidity and aroma. Temperature control: You can adjust the temperature to suit your comfort while gazing at the flames of the wood-burning stove.Experience a gentleness on the body and a feeling of warmth from deep within that you won't find in an electric sauna. 2. Cold: A cold water bath fed by the bounty of Zao, groundwater After a hot bath, you can immerse your entire body in a cold bath fed by groundwater from the Zao Mountain Range. Commitment to water quality: We use pure, crystal-clear natural subsurface water, which is far superior to tap water.The cool water, maintained at a constant temperature, provides exceptional comfort to a body warmed by the fire. Ultimate refreshment: A feeling of being revitalized from the inside, like drinking cold water in the midst of nature.The ultimate contrast between the sauna and the coolness of natural water leads to a profound sense of awakening. 3. Rest: Aoyane Onsen and the Ultimate Outdoor Air Bath After cooling down, the rest period is the key to the three-step reset: “recovery.” Scenic outdoor experience: On the spacious wooden deck, you can enjoy the outdoors in a peaceful setting surrounded by chestnut and sawtooth oak trees.The clear air and majestic scenery of Zao release physical and mental tension, offering the ultimate “me time.” Historic Aone Onsen: The private bathroom in the cottage is supplied by water from the source spring of Aone Onsen, which has ties to the Date clan.After your sauna, let this renowned, gentle, and soft water envelop your body, providing deep relaxation and warmth. The three-phase cycle of “heat, cold, and healing” experienced at this facility will bring genuine peace and vitality to your mind and body. Eating: We do not provide meals at this facility.This choice is designed to allow guests to enjoy maximum freedom of time and space. Private dining: Limited to one group per day, so you can enjoy your meal at your own pace.You are welcome to enjoy whatever you like, whenever you like, to your heart's content. Well-Equipped Cooking Area: The spacious kitchen is fully stocked with cookware and dishes.Please bring fresh, local Miyagi ingredients and enjoy the pleasure of preparing your own meals. Of course, you are also welcome to bring in food and beverages that do not require cooking. Design your dining experience just the way you want it, without being constrained by external schedules.That is the very essence of the freedom that GMS SAUNA LABO offers. Guest access There are no particular restrictions. Other things to note About the occurrence of insects (tortoises, etc.) Because the facility is in a natural environment, insects such as beetles may occur depending on the season. We take extra care to prevent insects, such as regular extermination and cleaning, but due to the nature of the location, it is difficult to completely prevent them from entering the room. Insect repellants (or trapping tools) are available in the room, so please use them if you see any.Please make a reservation after understanding that it is an environment that is naturally next to nature. Registration Details Hotels and Inns Business Act | 宮城県仙南保健所 | 宮城県（仙南保）指令第９１号