Spa living – the new trend in real estate – allows those who
want to incorporate a holistic approach to living with their actual physical
surroundings. While spa living may have once denoted something as basic as a
golf course community, today's spa real estate come with much more. In fact,
the best properties have made spa living the main focus. Spa real estate
options come in many shapes and sizes, from single-family residences to condos
to condo-hotels.
Canyon Ranch Living communities take the world-class health
and wellness services of Canyon Ranch resorts and incorporate them into truly
spa-inspired lifestyle. Miami Beach's
Canyon Ranch Living property is situated along the oceanfront and features a
seven-acre complex with condo and condo-hotel options. For those fortunate
enough to live at Canyon Ranch Living- Miami Beach, life is good with access to
the property's luxurious facilities, swimming pools, terraces overlooking the
sea, concierge service, and an oceanfront restaurant featuring spa cuisine.
The development's Spa and Wellness Center
is 65,000 square feet and is serviced by a staff that numbers 150 and includes
spa therapists and medical practitioners. A monthly membership fee opens the
door to a host of spa services and lifestyle programs. Here, guests can learn
better nutrition, take a Salsa class, indulge in the European thermal suite, or
enjoy a mineral essential facial. Outdoors, residents may also take part in
water sports, tai chi, yoga, and beach volleyball for no additional charge.
From the property's front door, residents also enjoy direct access to the
beach, ocean and Miami Beach
itself.
Imagine rolling out of a "cottage" at Sea Island
Resort in Georgia
on a Townie bike headed to one of the property's 100 fitness classes at the Sea
Island Club. What will it be today? Triathlete swimming class or a horse ride
along the five-mile beach? Or perhaps a Pilates class is in order. Always
pushing the spa envelope, the property has a wellness chef who not only teaches
nutrition but is also available to audit residents' kitchen cupboards and
accompany them to the grocery store to show them what they should be eating. Other
staff members include a professional running coach, sports psychologist and a world-champion
squash player. Currently being developed are the Ocean Club residences, or
condos and Sea Island also features a cottage-rental
program for those who want to give the spa lifestyle a test drive.
Situated along the southernmost edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Cliffs of Keowee Springs is
comprised of eight communities. The development's forward-thinking commitment
to wellness is more than just a marketing concept. Residents are challenged to
achieve a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. This is attained through peaceful
walks on groomed trails, a round of golf, or a relaxing afternoon at Keowee
Springs Lodge and Spa. The facility is the country's first Luxury Family
Wellness Resort where residents have access to the Springs International Wellness
Retreat. Here, physicians and specialists create one-of-a-kind lifestyle
assessments, followed by education and support for residents to reach their
personal health goals.
Overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains,
the spa features both outdoor and indoor treatments for its guests.
Health-conscious cuisine, a beach club and championship golf are just a few of
the other amenities created to optimize the well-being of every member of the
family. Membership at one community affords residents access to the amenities
at all seven of The Cliffs Communities.
Spa communities such as these are cropping everywhere, but
before making an investment it's important to examine the property's commitment
to the spa lifestyle. Following are several questions to ask, according to
SpaFinder:
- How
did the community originate? Some spas have been added to residential
communities, are real estate developments, or are hotels with spas that
added a residential component.
- What
is the role of the spa? Does the spa represent the developer's commitment
to a more balanced lifestyle or just a place to receive a massage after a
round of golf. The best spa communities infuse the spa into the center of
social activity.
- Is
wellness a part of daily life? The best spa communities offer a medical
component that includes doctors, specialists and therapists.
- Does
the spa reflect the development's commitment to wellness? Has it been
created to entice and pamper its guests to spend as much time at the spa
as possible?
- Does
the treatment menu offer both standard and unique treatments? In addition
to a deep tissue massage, does the spa feature treatments such as Watsu,
acupuncture or holistic therapy to encourage exploration?
- What
are the staff credentials? Various states require various hours of training
to achieve licensing. But more importantly, give the spa treatments a test
drive to get a feel for service, ambiance and expertise levels.
Geologix Inc. manufactures spa,
massage, skin care, and therapeutic pain relief products using a proprietary formula featuring
34 natural minerals contained in the ancient sea water from the
famous Michigan Basin,
1400 feet beneath Mount Clemens,
Michigan -- a concentration of
minerals higher than that found in any known body of water in the world.
The company's Mineral Essentials line focuses on spa, skin care, and massage
products to moisturize and provide anti-aging protection for great skin. For more
information, please visit http://www.mineralessentials.com. |
