Overview

Create a dedicated traditional sauna retreat in your outdoor living space with the Golden Designs Vorarlberg 5-Person Traditional Outdoor Sauna, a substantial Canadian Hemlock sauna centered around the classic experience of an 8kW Harvia “WALL” electric sauna stove and heated sauna stones.

Designed for up to five people, the Vorarlberg combines natural Canadian Hemlock construction with a stained exterior, bronze privacy tempered-glass door, traditional sauna accessories, integrated lighting, Bluetooth audio, FM radio, and built-in speakers.

At the heart of the sauna is the Harvia “WALL” 8kW Traditional Sauna Stove with built-in controls. The electric stove and sauna stones create the high-temperature environment associated with traditional sauna bathing, while the included bucket and scoop support traditional stone-and-water sauna use when operated according to Harvia's instructions.

Golden Designs complements the traditional heating experience with contemporary amenities including interior chromotherapy lighting, illuminated backrest accents, exterior overhang lighting, Bluetooth connectivity, an FM station, built-in speakers, and an interior LED control panel.

With an assembled weight of approximately 1,010 pounds, this is a substantial outdoor sauna structure designed to become a defining feature of a properly prepared backyard or outdoor-living space.

5-Person Capacity • Canadian Hemlock • Harvia 8kW Stove • Traditional Sauna Stones • Bluetooth + FM Audio • Bronze Privacy Glass

Key Features

• 5-Person Capacity — Provides a spacious sauna environment designed to accommodate up to five users.
• Canadian Hemlock Construction — Natural wood creates the warm character and inviting atmosphere expected from a traditional sauna.
• Stained Canadian Hemlock Exterior — The exterior wood receives a protective stain as part of the supplied outdoor configuration.
• Harvia “WALL” 8kW Sauna Stove — A dedicated electric traditional sauna heater provides the foundation of the sauna experience.
• Built-In Stove Controls — Controls are incorporated into the Harvia stove for straightforward operation.
• Traditional Sauna Stones — Heated stones support the classic traditional sauna experience.
• Bucket + Scoop Included — Traditional accessories allow water to be carefully applied to sauna stones when and as permitted by Harvia's instructions.
• Interior Chromotherapy Lighting — Integrated colored lighting lets you adjust the visual atmosphere of the sauna.
• Illuminated Interior Backrest — Accent lighting behind the backrest adds another layer of ambient illumination.
• Exterior Front Overhang Lighting — Integrated accent lighting extends the sauna's design into the surrounding outdoor area.
• Bluetooth Connectivity — Connect a compatible device to the sauna's integrated audio system.
• Built-In FM Station — Provides an additional entertainment option without requiring a connected device.
• Built-In Performance Speakers — Audio is incorporated directly into the sauna environment.
• Interior LED Control Panel — Provides convenient access to compatible lighting and entertainment functions.
• Bronze Privacy Tempered-Glass Door — Adds a sophisticated contemporary element while providing greater visual privacy than clear glass.
• Stainless Steel Hinge & Handle — Complements the sauna's exterior construction with clean, durable hardware.
• Sandglass Included — Adds a traditional visual method for tracking sauna-session time.
• Substantial Outdoor Structure — Approximately 1,010 pounds assembled for a permanent-feeling backyard installation.

Why This Product Stands Out

The Vorarlberg combines two distinct approaches to home sauna design.

At its core, it is unmistakably traditional:

Harvia Electric Stove + Heated Sauna Stones + Bucket + Scoop + Canadian Hemlock

But Golden Designs surrounds that traditional foundation with the conveniences expected from a contemporary premium outdoor-living product:

Bluetooth + FM Radio + Integrated Speakers + Chromotherapy + Accent Lighting

That makes the Vorarlberg particularly appealing for customers who want the ritual and atmosphere of a traditional stone sauna without giving up modern lighting and entertainment features.

Its size is another important differentiator.

With interior dimensions of approximately:

74.2" W × 53.2" D × 78" H

and capacity for up to five people, this is not simply a compact personal sauna.

It's a dedicated outdoor sauna room designed to become part of the home's broader outdoor-living environment.

Traditional Harvia Sauna Experience

Harvia “WALL” 8kW Electric Sauna Stove

The heart of the Vorarlberg is its:

Harvia “WALL” 8kW Traditional Sauna Stove

The stove provides the heat source for the sauna cabin and sauna stones.

Unlike an infrared-only cabin, a traditional sauna heats the surrounding sauna environment and a mass of sauna stones.

When operated according to the heater manufacturer's instructions, carefully applying water to the heated stones creates the characteristic temporary increase in steam and humidity associated with traditional sauna bathing.

The included:

Bucket + Scoop

complement this traditional sauna experience.

Important

Only apply water to sauna stones when and as permitted by the Harvia operating instructions.

Never pour excessive water onto the stove, electrical components, controls, walls, or other inappropriate surfaces.

Traditional Sauna vs. Infrared Sauna

The Vorarlberg is a:

TRADITIONAL ELECTRIC SAUNA

Its primary sauna experience comes from the 8kW Harvia electric stove and heated sauna stones.

This creates a distinctly different experience from an infrared-only cabin.

The Vorarlberg is especially attractive to customers seeking:

Heated Sauna Stones • Traditional Sauna Heat • Bucket-and-Scoop Ritual • Steam and Humidity from Appropriate Water-on-Stone Use

without requiring a wood-burning stove.

5-Person Interior

The Vorarlberg is designed for:

UP TO 5 PEOPLE

The interior measures approximately:

74.2" W × 53.2" D × 78" H

giving couples, families, and small groups significantly more room than a compact one- or two-person sauna.

Actual comfort and personal-space preferences will naturally vary among users.

Canadian Hemlock Construction

Natural Canadian Hemlock gives the Vorarlberg the warmth and visual character that many customers specifically want from a traditional sauna.

Wood creates a softer, more inviting interior environment than an all-metal or synthetic enclosure while reinforcing the classic sauna aesthetic.

Because this is genuine wood, natural variations should be expected.

These may include differences in:

Grain • Tone • Knots • Texture • Natural Markings

These characteristics are part of the material rather than reasons to expect every sauna panel to appear identical.

Wood can also expand and contract as temperature and moisture conditions change.

Exterior Stained Canadian Hemlock

The exterior is:

Protective Stained Canadian Hemlock Exterior

Periodic inspection and exterior wood care may be required according to Golden Designs' instructions.

Bronze Privacy Tempered-Glass Door

The Vorarlberg features a:

BRONZE PRIVACY TEMPERED-GLASS DOOR

This is both a functional and aesthetic feature.

The bronze privacy treatment creates a more secluded appearance than conventional clear glass while maintaining the contemporary look of a glazed sauna entrance.

The door is complemented by:

Stainless Steel Hinge + Stainless Steel Handle

for a clean, coordinated exterior presentation.

Interior Chromotherapy Lighting

The Vorarlberg incorporates an:

Interior Ambient Color Lighting System

This allows users to select different colors to change the visual atmosphere inside the sauna.

Different lighting settings can simply be used to create the atmosphere the user prefers during a sauna session.

Backrest Accent Lighting

Integrated lighting behind the interior backrest adds another visual layer to the sauna cabin.

Rather than relying on a single overhead light source, the accent illumination helps create a more finished, premium interior environment.

The combination of:

Chromotherapy Lighting + Backrest Accent Lighting

allows customers to personalize the visual character of the sauna.

Exterior Overhang Accent Lighting

Golden Designs also incorporates:

EXTERIOR FRONT OVERHANG LIGHTING

This extends the lighting design beyond the sauna cabin itself.

It's particularly attractive in a backyard installation because the sauna can remain a visual feature of the outdoor space after sunset rather than becoming a dark structure when not in use.

Bluetooth + FM Audio

The Vorarlberg includes an integrated entertainment system featuring:

Bluetooth Connectivity + FM Station + Built-In Speakers

Bluetooth allows a compatible phone or other device to connect to the sauna's audio system.

Customers can use compatible content such as:

Music • Podcasts • Audiobooks • Meditation Audio • Ambient Sound

according to their preferences.

The built-in FM function provides an additional audio option without requiring Bluetooth streaming.

Interior LED Control Panel

An integrated:

LED CONTROL PANEL

provides convenient access to compatible electronic features from inside the sauna.

This keeps lighting and entertainment functionality integrated into the cabin rather than requiring separate external devices.

The Harvia sauna stove itself is specified as having its own built-in controls.

Sandglass, Bucket & Scoop Included

Golden Designs includes three traditional sauna accessories:

Sandglass

Provides a simple visual way to track elapsed time.

Bucket

Holds an appropriate quantity of water for traditional sauna-stone use.

Scoop

Allows small amounts of water to be carefully applied to the sauna stones when permitted by the heater manufacturer's instructions.

These accessories reinforce the traditional character of the Vorarlberg rather than making it feel like an infrared cabin with a conventional heater added.

Electrical Requirements

The Vorarlberg requires two electrical services.

Sauna Stove

240V / 40A

Lighting & Music Controls

120V / 15A

Golden Designs specifically states:

CONSULT A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN

Electrical installation must account for the sauna's actual requirements, applicable electrical codes, required circuit protection, grounding, disconnects, outdoor electrical requirements, and the manufacturer's installation instructions.

Do not use extension cords or improvised electrical connections unless expressly permitted by the manufacturer.

Dimensions

Overall Dimensions with Overhang

98.9" W × 72.6" D × 97.4" H

The overhang increases the sauna's overall footprint beyond the dimensions of the primary cabin.

Dimensions without Overhang

78" W × 56.7" D × 97.4" H

Interior Dimensions

74.2" W × 53.2" D × 78" H

Assembled Weight

1,010 lbs

Shipping Weight

1,120 lbs

Shipping Configuration

10 Boxes

Specifications

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Golden Designs
Model Name	Vorarlberg
SKU	GDI-8105-01 / Vorarlberg
Product Type	Traditional Outdoor Sauna
Capacity	Up to 5 People
Interior Wood	Canadian Hemlock
Exterior	Protective-Stained Canadian Hemlock
Door	Bronze Privacy Tempered Glass
Door Hardware	Stainless Steel Hinge & Handle
Stove	Harvia “WALL” Traditional Sauna Stove
Stove Output	8kW
Stove Controls	Built In
Stove Electrical Service	240V / 40A
Lighting / Music Electrical Service	120V / 15A
Interior Lighting	Chromotherapy
Backrest Accent Lighting	Yes
Exterior Accent Lighting	Yes — Front Overhang
Interior Control Panel	LED
Bluetooth	Yes
FM Radio	Yes
Built-In Speakers	Yes
Sandglass	Included
Bucket	Included
Scoop	Included
Usage	Outdoor
Assembled Weight	1,010 lbs
Shipping Weight	1,120 lbs
Shipping Boxes	10

Installation & Site Planning

At approximately 1,010 pounds assembled, the Vorarlberg requires more planning than a small indoor sauna cabin.

Before ordering or installation, customers should evaluate:

Foundation • Electrical Service • Drainage • Overhead Clearance • Property Setbacks • Access • Delivery Path • Assembly Space • Local Requirements

Foundation

Install the sauna only on an appropriately prepared, stable, level surface capable of supporting the complete assembled structure and occupants.

Potential installations may include an appropriately engineered:

Concrete Pad • Patio • Deck • Other Manufacturer-Approved Foundation

Do not assume an existing deck or patio can support the sauna simply because there is enough physical room.

The completed sauna weighs approximately 1,010 pounds before occupants and accessories are considered.

Structural capacity should be confirmed when necessary.

Delivery Planning

This sauna ships in:

10 BOXES

with a total shipping weight of approximately:

1,120 LBS

Before delivery, customers should confirm:

• Delivery access
• Driveway accessibility
• Gate width
• Path to installation area
• Stairs or grade changes
• Storage space for boxes
• Availability of appropriate handling assistance
• Final assembly location

The assembled sauna should not be treated as something that can easily be repositioned after installation.

Plan the final location carefully before assembly.

Outdoor Placement

The Vorarlberg is:

OUTDOOR

Outdoor placement still requires appropriate site planning.

Customers should consider:

• Drainage around the sauna
• Roof runoff
• Snow accumulation
• Irrigation
• Standing water
• Wind exposure
• Sun exposure
• Ground movement
• Exterior wood maintenance
• Electrical protection
• Required property setbacks
• Local building requirements

Weather & Wood Care

Canadian Hemlock is a natural material.

Outdoor exposure can gradually affect the appearance and condition of wood.

Customers should follow Golden Designs' recommendations regarding:

Exterior Stain • Cleaning • Inspection • Moisture Management • Weather Protection • Maintenance

Natural weathering, grain changes, minor checking, expansion, and contraction can occur with real wood.

Sauna Safety

Traditional saunas operate at elevated temperatures and should be used according to Golden Designs and Harvia instructions.

Important operating practices include:

• Follow the manufacturer's recommended temperature and session guidance.
• Keep required clearances around the stove.
• Do not cover the sauna stove.
• Keep combustible materials away from the heater.
• Use only appropriate sauna stones.
• Do not place objects directly on the stove.
• Apply water only to stones and only as instructed.
• Do not leave children unsupervised.
• Do not use the sauna while impaired.
• Exit the sauna if you feel faint, dizzy, confused, excessively uncomfortable, or otherwise unwell.
• Keep electronics and liquids away from inappropriate electrical components.
• Never modify the heater or electrical system without manufacturer approval.
• Follow all electrical and fire-safety requirements.

Customers for whom high-temperature exposure may present a concern should seek appropriate professional guidance before use.

What's Included

The Vorarlberg package includes:

• Golden Designs Vorarlberg Outdoor Sauna Structure
• Canadian Hemlock Interior
• Protective-Stained Canadian Hemlock Exterior
• Harvia “WALL” 8kW Traditional Sauna Stove
• Sauna Stones / Traditional Stove System as supplied with the sauna package
• Bronze Privacy Tempered-Glass Door
• Stainless Steel Door Hinge
• Stainless Steel Door Handle
• Interior Chromotherapy Lighting
• Illuminated Interior Backrest
• Exterior Front Overhang Accent Lighting
• Interior LED Control Panel
• Bluetooth Connectivity
• Built-In FM Station
• Built-In Speakers
• Sandglass
• Bucket
• Scoop

Who This Is For

The Golden Designs Vorarlberg is ideal for customers who want a substantial traditional sauna incorporated into a premium outdoor-living environment.

It's particularly well suited for:

• Homeowners creating a backyard sauna retreat
• Premium outdoor-living projects
• Customers wanting a traditional electric stone sauna
• Customers who prefer a Harvia heating system
• Couples wanting a spacious sauna
• Families wanting up to five-person capacity
• Customers who prefer natural Canadian Hemlock
• Customers wanting integrated Bluetooth audio
• Customers who value ambient interior lighting
• Customers wanting greater privacy from a bronze glass door
• Customers who don't want to dedicate indoor living space to a sauna

It's especially compelling for customers looking for:

Traditional Sauna Character + Modern Outdoor-Living Amenities

Common Questions

How many people does the Vorarlberg accommodate?
Golden Designs rates it for up to 5 people.

Is this a traditional or infrared sauna?
It is a traditional electric sauna built around an 8kW Harvia stove and sauna stones.

What heater does it use?
A Harvia “WALL” 8kW Traditional Sauna Stove with built-in controls.

Can water be used on the sauna stones?
Traditional sauna stones are designed for appropriate water-on-stone use when permitted by the Harvia instructions. Always follow the heater manufacturer's directions regarding the amount and method.

What type of wood is used?
Canadian Hemlock.

Is this an outdoor sauna?
Yes. The Vorarlberg is an outdoor sauna. 

Is the exterior waterproof?
No. It has a protective-stained Canadian Hemlock exterior.

Does it have Bluetooth?
Yes.

Does it have built-in speakers?
Yes.

Does it have an FM radio?
Yes.

Does it have chromotherapy lighting?
Yes. The interior incorporates a color-lighting system.

Does it have exterior lighting?
Yes. Accent lighting is incorporated into the front overhang.

Does it have privacy glass?
Yes. The door has bronze privacy tempered glass.

Are a bucket and scoop included?
Yes.

Is a sandglass included?
Yes.

What electrical service is required?
240V / 40A for the stove and 120V / 15A for lighting and music controls.

Do I need an electrician?
Yes. Consult a certified electrician.

What are the exterior dimensions with the overhang?
98.9" W × 72.6" D × 97.4" H.

What are the dimensions without the overhang?
78" W × 56.7" D × 97.4" H.

What are the interior dimensions?
74.2" W × 53.2" D × 78" H.

How much does the sauna weigh?
Approximately 1,010 pounds assembled.

What is the shipping weight?
Approximately 1,120 pounds.

How many boxes does it ship in?
10 boxes.

Does it require a foundation?
It requires an appropriate stable, level installation surface capable of supporting the sauna, occupants, and associated loads. Follow Golden Designs' site-preparation requirements.

Can I install it on an existing deck?
Possibly, but don't assume an existing deck can support it. Structural capacity should be evaluated based on the sauna's approximately 1,010-pound assembled weight plus occupants and other loads.