“Are swim spas worth it?” It’s one of the first questions people ask, and it’s a fair one.A swim spa isn’t a small purchase. But then again, neither is a kitchen remodel, a family trip, or anything else that changes how you live at home. So maybe the better question is:What’s it worth to have your… Read more »
Category: Hot Tubs & Swim Spas
Swim Spas for Non-Swimmers: The Joy of Just Floating
Do You Have to Swim Laps to Love a Swim Spa? Short answer: absolutely not.In fact, most people who fall in love with their swim spa aren’t swimmers at all. The Myth of the Endless Lap When people hear swim spa, they often imagine an athlete’s training pool — narrow lanes, strong currents, endless laps…. Read more »
Skillful Living: Why What’s Under the Shell Matters Most
Last week I spent nearly a full workday — spread across emails, photos, and follow-ups over the course of a week — just to replace a five-dollar part for my camera. Not five hundred, five dollars. The hours added up: waiting on responses, re-explaining the problem, following up when the part still hadn’t shipped. That’s… Read more »
Are Spa Sale Prices Real? Here’s How to Tell
Last week we talked about why a sale shouldn’t be the only reason you buy. If you missed it, you can read “Don’t Let the Sale Be the Only Reason You Buy.” This week, let’s look closer: are those “up to $10,000 off” spa prices even real? If you’ve shopped around Southern Maine recently, you’ve… Read more »
Don’t Let the Sale Be the Only Reason You Buy
Let’s be clear: we have sales, too. About 8–10 each year. If you’ve shopped for a hot tubs in Southern Maine, you’ve probably noticed the pattern — there’s always another promotion. Holiday weekends, seasonal clearances, “factory events.” At first, it sounds like a win for buyers. Who doesn’t like a discount? But here’s the… Read more »
Why Buying a Spa Isn’t Like Buying a Toaster
Why Buying a Spa Isn’t Like Buying a Toaster (Or Even a Car) When you buy a toaster, it takes one step. You toss it in the cart, maybe read one review, and move on with your day. Easy. Some people even treat a spa the same way — they send out quote requests, grab… Read more »
Skillful Living: Ritual vs. Escape
Ritual vs. Escape: Why we wait for vacations In Maine, people talk about “getting away.” Ask someone their weekend plans and you’ll often hear: “We’re goin’ uptacamp.” It’s part of the rhythm of life here — the lake, the coast, the mountains. These escapes are wonderful. They reset the mind and recharge the spirit. But… Read more »
Evening Lighting That Feels Like an Exhale
Light that protects your rhythm, calms your eyes, and invites you outside—night after night. In Maine, evening arrives with a hush. The right lighting keeps that feeling—safe, warm, and calm—without turning your backyard into a parking lot. This isn’t about fancy fixtures. It’s about how light works on eyes, footsteps, and mood so your space… Read more »
When Maine Water’s Warmest Still Isn’t Warm Enough
When Maine Water’s Warmest Still Isn’t Enough: Why a Swim Spa in Maine Makes Sense In August, Maine’s lakes, rivers, and ocean finally feel close to swimmable.The icy shock of June is gone.The “you go in first” of July is behind us. Now it’s August—and the water is… well, not exactly warm. But closer. Many… Read more »
Hot Tubs vs. Saunas: Surprising New Research
Hot Tubs vs. Saunas: Surprising New Study Reveals Which Offers Bigger Health Benefits We all know a good soak in the hot tub feels amazing. But what if it could support your heart, your immune system, and even your longevity? According to new research—and as Dr. Rhonda Patrick, PhD, recently highlighted—hot tubs may offer measurable… Read more »
