I really do consider myself a connoisseur of massages and spa relaxation. I have had spa treatments across the united states, on cruise ships along international waters and in ports across the world.
After a long and rustic vacation on the beach of the stunning Washington coast just south of Spa Elizabeth, I stumbled upon Seabrook, which my vacation mates teasingly called "Stepford." While it's true that the city looks and feels a little like a movie set, with quaint custom cottages, and adorable wine bars in the middle of nowhere, it is a hidden gem worth stumbling upon the director's set for.
The spa is tucked along the southern end of the cul-de-sac of what I would consider main street, which at the time that I found it, was occupied by an adorable farmers market full of local artisan purveyors of wonderful goodies and gifts. The building is brand new (open less than a week), with soft lighting, calming music, and an overwhelmingly peaceful atmosphere.
Just walking into the Spa, I immediately felt a sense of peace, and that rest for my body and mind were imminent. The front desk area was cozy and light, and I was welcomed to wait for my treatment with a complimentary hot lavender buckwheat neck wrap, and my choice of calming herbal teas. I met with my therapist Alix, who led me upstairs to possibly the most well-appointed treatment room I've experienced in years. She started me with a foot soak treatment, which was a wonderful start, especially given the abundance of sand and hiking this region has to offer. After that, she excused herself so I could prepare for the massage.
I opted for an hour long Swedish massage ($85), which she customized to my needs with the Calming line from døTERRA aromatherapy oils, and True Blue back treatment gel for my sore back. She effortlessly moved to hot stone (+$10), which was exactly what my tired and aching body needed. I am not ashamed to say that I was so relaxed, I fell asleep. Not for long...but it was bliss.
I also opted for the Root to Tip døTERRA hair and scalp treatment ($20) for my wind-battered and seaspray-tangled hair. It included aromatherapy conditioning and full scalp massage, which i thought at that point was the finale of my spa experience, but no. I was then wrapped head to toe in warm blankets, and a cooling eye pack was left on my face, as Alix encouraged me to take my time and get out when I was ready.
At the end, she left more hot herbal tea, fruit infused water, dark chocolate, and fresh orange wedges as my personal post-rejuvenation refreshments.
All said, I left feeling like a million bucks, looking amazing, and slept like a rock that night due to the care and relaxation provided by the oasis in Seabrook. My darling man even remarked I was so relaxed, I looked inebriated. The only sadness is now that ive found one of the best massage therapists ever, she's in WASHINGTON! Just my luck... read more