Saltwater, Sauna, and the Stillness Between
Throughout the grounds, our wellness amenities invite you to engage with the outdoors, whether through movement, restoration, or quiet observation. At Prospect Berkshires, nature isn’t a backdrop, but a participant in every swim, stretch, or moment of stillness.
The Rhythm of the Seasons
Each season transforms Prospect Berkshire’s experience. Spring and summer invite long swims, lake paddles, and time spent on the courts beneath mountain skies. Autumn slows the pace, while winter brings the hush of snow and crisp air, perfect for sauna sessions and ice skating on the lake.
The Saltwater Pool
Our outdoor heated saltwater pool is open seasonally and bordered by a hand-laid stone deck. Lounge beneath canvas umbrellas, sunbathe between swims, or simply pause between sauna sessions. Whether you’re swimming or soaking in the quiet, this is a space designed for presence, not rush.
As one of the few Berkshire resorts with a pool, Prospect Berkshires offers a place where wellness and wildness meet.
The Prospect Lake
Whether you’re paddling, rowing, casting a line, or simply taking in the view, the lake is the heart of Prospect Berkshires. A place of stillness and slow afternoons, where reflections ripple across water and time seems to widen.
At our Berkshires lake resort, the water offers more than recreation, it invites reflection. Whether paddling, walking, or simply watching, it restores.
The Saltwater Pool
Our outdoor heated saltwater pool is open seasonally and bordered by a hand-laid stone deck. Lounge beneath canvas umbrellas, sunbathe between swims, or simply pause between sauna sessions. Whether you’re swimming or soaking in the quiet, this is a space designed for presence, not rush.
As one of the few Berkshire resorts with a pool, Prospect Berkshires offers a place where wellness and wildness meet.
The Prospect Lake
Whether you’re paddling, rowing, casting a line, or simply taking in the view, the lake is the heart of Prospect Berkshires. A place of stillness and slow afternoons, where reflections ripple across water and time seems to widen.
At our Berkshires lake resort, the water offers more than recreation, it invites reflection. Whether paddling, walking, or simply watching, it restores.
Sauna + Cold Plunge Experience
Sauna + Cold Plunge Experience
SaturdayS at 3pM (1.5 hours long)
This guided heat and cold immersion journey regulates the nervous system, builds resilience, and reconnects you to your body’s natural intelligence.
The session incorporates intentional movement and light breath awareness to shift from thinking into feeling. Rhythmic deep breathing followed by brief breath retentions, designed to increase oxygenation and generate internal heat through three rounds of Sauna + Cold Plunge:
Sauna (8–10 minutes per round) Essential oils are mixed into the water ladle (never directly onto stones) to create aromatic steam (löyly). Each round features a different scent to guide the experience:
◦ Round 1 — Eucalyptus + Peppermint → clarity + activation
◦ Round 2 — Spruce or Pine → grounding + nature connection
◦ Round 3 — Lavender + Frankincense → surrender + deep relaxation.
Cold Plunge (1–2 minutes) between each round.
Participants are guided to stay calm with slow, controlled exhales. Cold exposure is always optional — you choose your duration.
The session ends with a brief closing reflection and hydration protocol.
Dinner reservations at Cliff House after must be made separately. Make a DINNER RESERVATION HERE
Saunas at Our Berkshires Wellness Retreat
Sauna
Poolside Finnish Saunas
Enjoy two spacious Finnish-style saunas located near the pool house, each designed for quiet restoration. These saunas are complemented by a water and tea station, indoor and outdoor showers, and private lockers, ideal after a swim or before a slow walk back to your cabin.
Lakefront Saunas with a View
Set just above the shoreline, our two lakefront saunas offer sweeping water views and a deeply grounding experience. Guests have access to a shared bathhouse with both indoor and outdoor showers, allowing for moments of reflection before or after a session by the water.
Sauna
Poolside Finnish Saunas
Enjoy two spacious Finnish-style saunas located near the pool house, each designed for quiet restoration. These saunas are complemented by a water and tea station, indoor and outdoor showers, and private lockers, ideal after a swim or before a slow walk back to your cabin.
Lakefront Saunas with a View
Set just above the shoreline, our two lakefront saunas offer sweeping water views and a deeply grounding experience. Guests have access to a shared bathhouse with both indoor and outdoor showers, allowing for moments of reflection before or after a session by the water.
Seasonal Outdoor Experiences in the Berkshires
Across every season, Prospect Berkshires offers ways to gather, move, and immerse yourself in the landscape. From lakefront activities to fireside evenings, each experience connects you to nature’s rhythm in its own way.
Other Fun Things
Tennis and Pickleball by the Lake
Enjoy a friendly match of tennis or pickleball surrounded by mountain air and lake views. Courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis, whether it’s a lively rally or a relaxed volley, time on the court is an easy, joyful way to spend time outdoors together.
Paddle, Sail, or Skate with the Seasons
In warmer months, paddle boarding, sailing, and boating invite you onto the lake’s calm surface. As winter settles in, the landscape transforms, and ice skating offers a crisp, invigorating way to experience the stillness.
Fireside & Forest Moments
Gather around our communal fire pits as sparks rise into the night, creating space for quiet conversation and shared warmth. Wander into the surrounding woods, where the forest offers stillness, reflection, and a gentle return to yourself.
Other Fun Things
Tennis and Pickleball by the Lake
Enjoy a friendly match of tennis or pickleball surrounded by mountain air and lake views. Courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis, whether it’s a lively rally or a relaxed volley, time on the court is an easy, joyful way to spend time outdoors together.
Paddle, Sail, or Skate with the Seasons
In warmer months, paddle boarding, sailing, and boating invite you onto the lake’s calm surface. As winter settles in, the landscape transforms, and ice skating offers a crisp, invigorating way to experience the stillness.
Fireside & Forest Moments
Gather around our communal fire pits as sparks rise into the night, creating space for quiet conversation and shared warmth. Wander into the surrounding woods, where the forest offers stillness, reflection, and a gentle return to yourself.
Access & Reservations
Our pool, lake, and tennis courts are available exclusively to Prospect guests during their stay. Sauna sessions can be reserved in advance, while seasonal activities may vary based on weather. For any specific requests, our team is happy to help.
