The Nora
The Nora is a two-person sauna with two personalities. It's small enough for a corner of the yard — 59.5 by 71 inches — with an all-weather exterior, and it's the kind of place a couple escapes to at the end of the day, or where one person finds an hour of peace.
Flip the switch to the 6 kW Harvia stove for a classic Finnish sauna: hot stones, 170–185°F, a scoop of water and a soft wave of steam. Flip it the other way for full-spectrum infrared — two PureTech™ Near Zero EMF carbon panels and four near-infrared elements — that warms you directly at a gentler 118–132°F, with air that stays easy to breathe. One runs at a time, so each evening can feel different.
Inside it's all natural Canadian red cedar. A soft light glows behind the backrest, the oversize chromotherapy light lets you pick a color or switch to red, and your music plays over Bluetooth through the built-in speakers. Through the clear glass door the garden stays in view.
Care is light: plain water and a soft cloth inside, and an exterior finish kept up over the years. One 240V circuit, hardwired by a licensed electrician, runs everything.
Specifications
| Model | GDI-8222-01 |
|---|---|
| Seats | Up to 2 people |
| Heater | 6 kW Harvia wall-mounted electric stove with built-in controls |
| Infrared | Full spectrum: 6 emitters — 2 PureTech™ Near Zero EMF carbon panels and 4 near-infrared elements |
| Temperature | Stove 170–185°F ideal, up to 190°F · Infrared 118–132°F ideal, up to 140°F |
| Wood | Natural Canadian red cedar interior, all-weather exterior |
| Door | Clear tempered glass |
| Light | Oversize chromotherapy with red light setting; backrest accent light |
| Sound | Bluetooth, built-in speakers |
| Included | Sandglass, bucket and scoop |
| Exterior (W × D × H) | 59.5" × 71" × 88.3" |
| Interior (W × D × H) | 55.4" × 53.4" × 75" |
| Electrical | One 240V / 30A circuit for stove and infrared |
| Weight | 925 lbs assembled · 1,175 lbs shipping |
Before you buy
Where it can go
Where it can go
- Indoors or outdoors — the exterior is built for the weather.
- 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
- One dedicated 240V / 30A circuit powers both the stove and the infrared.
- It must be hardwired by a certified electrician — no extension cords or adapters.
- We can connect you with a licensed local electrician.
Heat and sessions
Heat and sessions
- A main switch selects the heat: stove or infrared. They don't run at the same time.
- Stove: 170–185°F is the ideal range, up to 190°F. Infrared: 118–132°F, up to 140°F.
- Sandglass, bucket and scoop are included for the stove.
Assembly and care
Assembly and care
- Two 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 on the wood structure (when properly maintained), control panel, wiring harnesses and lights. The stove is covered by its manufacturer's 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.