Nordic spa opens at Shale Ridge in emerging Ontario wine region

Shale Ridge Estate Winery and Cidery in Thedford, Ontario has opened a Nordic spa on its grounds, offering hot and cold circuits, a sauna, a steam room and a salt ritual quiet area. Bookings are limited to 10 guests and stays include full spa access and on-site accommodations that cover up to 10 people.

Shale Ridge Estate Winery and Cidery in Thedford, Ontario has opened a Nordic spa on its property. The winery first opened in 2020 and is run by owners Alicia and Garren Hardman, who describe the space as a quiet escape and a place for restorative experiences. The spa features hot and cold circuits, a sauna, a steam room and a salt ritual quiet area. The site limits bookings to 10 guests at a time and includes on-site homes intended for rest and group stays. Key details: - Location: Shale Ridge Estate Winery and Cidery, 9090 Widder Rd., Thedford, Ontario. - Facilities: hot and cold circuits, a hot sauna, a steam room, a salt ritual quiet area and an infinity pool and cold plunge that Hardman says he custom built. - Booking limit: spa sessions are limited to 10 guests at a time. - Accommodations: each home contains five bedrooms and three bathrooms, lounge areas, a private patio, a Harvest Table in the dining area and a fully equipped chef's kitchen. - Rates and access: rates start at $2,900 plus tax per night and the retreat rate covers up to 10 guests; stays include full access to the spa and a complete gym. Summary: The Nordic spa provides a small-group wellness option at the Shale Ridge property and complements on-site winery offerings such as tastings. Undetermined at this time.