The Arlberg
The Arlberg is a three-person backyard sauna with a roof that reaches well past its walls. The cabin itself is 63 by 57 inches, but the overhang stretches the footprint to 84 by 74, so the entrance stays sheltered — and after dark the roofline glows with built-in accent lights. It's sized for a couple or a small family who want a real sauna a few steps from the back door.
Inside waits classic Finnish heat. An 8 kW Harvia stove, mounted on the wall, warms a bed of stones and brings the room to 170–185°F. Scoop a little water over the hot stones and a soft wave of steam rolls through the room — the moment the Finns call löyly. The sandglass, bucket and scoop come with the sauna, so your first evening needs nothing more than towels.
Close the bronze privacy glass door and the yard falls away. Choose a color for the chromotherapy light or switch it to red, play your music over Bluetooth through the built-in speakers, and let the heat loosen tired shoulders. The evening slows to the rhythm of the next scoop of water.
The Arlberg is built of natural, reforested Canadian hemlock with a waterproof stain on the outside; keep that finish up over the years and it keeps its looks. Set it on a level concrete pad or wood deck. The stove runs on its own 240V circuit, installed by a licensed electrician, and a regular 120V outlet powers the lights and sound.
Specifications
| Model | GDI-8103-01 |
|---|---|
| Seats | Up to 3 people |
| Heater | 8 kW Harvia wall-mounted electric stove with built-in controls |
| Temperature | 170–185°F ideal, up to 190°F |
| Wood | Natural reforested Canadian hemlock, waterproof stain on the exterior |
| Door | Bronze privacy tempered glass |
| Light | Chromotherapy with red light setting; exterior roof accent lighting |
| Sound | Bluetooth, built-in speakers |
| Included | Sandglass, bucket and scoop |
| Exterior (W × D × H) | 84.1" × 73.6" × 97.4" with overhang · 63" × 56.7" cabin |
| Interior (W × D × H) | 59.2" × 53.2" × 78" |
| Electrical | 240V / 40A for the stove; 120V / 15A for lights and sound |
| Weight | 715 lbs assembled · 925 lbs shipping, 9 boxes |
Before you buy
Where it can go
Where it can go
- Made for outdoors, with its own roof.
- The roof overhang adds about 21" to the width and 17" to the depth — leave room for it.
- The whole floor must sit completely level and well supported — a concrete pad or a wood deck. On bare ground, use concrete blocks or a similar base so the sauna doesn't settle.
- Keep the ventilation vent clear.
Power
Power
- The stove needs its own 240V / 40A circuit and must be installed by a certified electrician.
- Lights and sound plug into a regular 120V / 15A outlet.
- We can connect you with a licensed local electrician.
Heat and sessions
Heat and sessions
- 170–185°F is the ideal range; the stove can reach up to 190°F.
- Pour small amounts of water over the hot stones for steam. Sandglass, bucket and scoop are included.
- After a session, cool down for about 20 minutes before showering.
Assembly and care
Assembly and care
- Three adults are needed to assemble it.
- Keep the exterior finish maintained over the years. Never stain the interior — it stays natural wood.
- Clean the inside with plain water and a soft cloth — no chemical cleaners. Care for the stove and stones per Harvia's instructions.
Warranty and health note
Warranty and health note
- Golden Designs warranty: 5 years for residential use (1 year for commercial use) on the wood structure when properly maintained, the control panel, wiring harnesses and lights. The Harvia stove is covered by Harvia's own warranty.
- Check with your doctor first if you are pregnant, have heart disease, high or low blood pressure, diabetes or circulation problems, take prescription medication or have surgical implants. Children should use the sauna only with close adult supervision.
- Saunas are not intended to treat or cure any disease.