A vacation with a hot tub at Pella Roca in France

Luxury cabins perched in the trees

When guests at Pella Roca bathe in a wood-fired hot tub, they are in heaven. 100 kilometres from Toulouse in the south of France, owners Isabel and Max have designed luxurious wooden cabins in the trees to create a recreational area in nature. The Skargards hot tubs are perched on the terraces and offer a view of the wild landscape and even the starry night sky.

A cozy cabin with warm lights in a lush forest, offering a tranquil retreat with a wood-fired Skargards hot tub.

Location

France

Author

Carmen Pietras

Photographer

Richard Boll

The idea came to them during a trip through Brazil in 2006 and 2007. “When we were there, we discovered many unforgettable places surrounded by nature where you can escape the chaos of daily life, ”explains Isabel. Inspired by this, they opened their charming holiday resort Pella Roca in 2015.

A serene bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden nightstands, and a sliding door leading to a Skargards hot tub.

Four wooden cabins, each with a large terrace, were built high up in the trees. A swimming pool and a restaurant have also been constructed. For moments of relaxation, each treehouse is equipped with a hammock, a sauna and a wood-burning hot tub.

A couple enjoys a bonfire with a wood-fired Skargards Regal hot tub in the background.

There was immediate agreement on choosing a wood-fired hot tubs as opposed to electric ones. “We wanted to provide our customers with a natural experience that is also eco-friendly,” she said. Wood-fired hot tubs were the logical choice, especially since they have a special charm due to the wood stove and are quieter. The design and ease of use of the Skargards brand won them over.

A woman relaxes in a Skargards Regal hot tub on a wooden deck, cozy lights light the scene.

The inclusion of the wood-fired hot tub offers guests a new experience, since many are unfamiliar with this part of Scandinavian culture. It's a trend that will undoubtedly keep growing in France, according to Isabel. Her clients see things the same way. “They love everything about wood-fired hot tubs, especially the unique atmosphere and the fact that they are surrounded by nature while bathing”. At the start of the summer season, Isabel is once again expecting a lot of demand for her unique concept.

A couple enjoys a Skargards hot tub on a wooden deck, surrounded by trees. A table with lit candles is placed close by.

It's fantastic to just heat the stove with wood and in no time you have a beautiful spa and a nice break

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