On the banks of Loch Tay, just outside Kenmore and a short drive from Aberfeldy, Scotland, WildEmber Bothy offers a wood-fired sauna experience rooted in nature. This lochside setting at the Scottish Crannog Centre, Dalerb brings fire, water, and stillness together in the heart of Perthshire, Scotland.
WildEmber is designed for return - whether weekly, seasonally, or quietly over time.
Whether you’re visiting Highland Perthshire or live locally, looking for adventure or seeking a restorative pause close to home, the rhythm of heat and cold beside the loch offers something elemental. Step from deep warmth into clear water, then return to the sauna and feel your body reset.
A place for warmth, reflection, and return
Exclusive use
One hour | £130 for up to 10 people
Reserve the Bothy entirely for yourself or your group. Perfect for families or quiet gatherings, this private session allows us to tailor the experience, including gentler heat for under-16s.
Please click the link to book directly and gain available days / times.
WildEmber Parties – Sauna & Wellness Tent
Looking for something a little different to celebrate? Our Sauna & Wellness Tent combo offers a private, relaxed space to gather, unwind and connect, perfect for birthdays, book clubs, friendship groups or just an excuse to come together.
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£150 – 1 hr Private sauna + wellness tent for 1 hour (up to 10 people)
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£170 – 1 hr Private sauna + wellness tent for 2 hours (up to 10 people)
Open to all ages (12+) and proving popular with everyone from teenage birthday groups to grown-up gatherings, this is a warm, inclusive way to celebrate, without the noise, pressure or late-night chaos.
“To be rooted is perhaps the most important and least recognised need of the human soul.”– Simone Weil
Ember Circle (Local membership)
Local membership for residents within 10 miles of Aberfeldy / Kenmore
Community sessions: £15
To join:
– Email us at info@wildember.co.uk with your name and postcode
– Sign up to our newsletter
Once approved, you’ll receive your private booking link.
It’s our way of keeping it rooted. Local warmth, for people nestled in the valley.
“To be rooted is perhaps the most important and least recognised need of the human soul.”
– Simone Weil
Birthday and Christmas Gift Cards
Looking for a thoughtful gift that brings people together?
Our WildEmber Bothy gift cards are perfect for Birthdays, Christmas, or any occasion that deserves something a little more elemental.
Choose from 1, 5, or 10 community sauna sessions, or private hire for up to ten people.
For birthdays, we also offer a single community session option - a simple way to gift time to unwind.
You can purchase gift cards directly through our website, or if you’d like a personalised message or bespoke package, just email us at info@wildember.co.uk and we’ll craft something special for you.
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The Scottish Crannog Centre - Dalerb nr Kenmore
WildEmber Bothy is set within the grounds of The Scottish Crannog Centre, offering wide views across Loch Tay. The sauna rests in a small pocket of woodland at the lower edge of the car park, overlooking the water. Here, an hour of sauna and cold water therapy awaits, whether you step straight into the loch or sink into the plunge pool before returning to the warmth.
Please arrive fifteen minutes before your session to get changed and settled, and allow twenty to thirty minutes afterwards to cool down, change, and enjoy our signature herbal tea before you leave.
As a guest of WildEmber Bothy, you’ll also have access to The Scottish Crannog Centre’s toilets and outdoor shower.
Why not extend your visit? Take time to explore The Scottish Crannog Centre itself, or pause at the on-site café.
Driving Directions:
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Location: Scottish Crannog Centre, Dalerb, by Kenmore, PH15 2HY
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Parking: Please use the bottom-left corner of the main Crannog Centre car park
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OS Grid Ref: NN 76084 45144
“Deep in the forest a call was sounding, and as often as he heard this call, he felt compelled to turn his back upon the fire and to plunge into the forest.”
– Jack London, The Call of the Wild (1903)
What to Bring to the Sauna:
✔️ Swimsuit
✔️ Toe covered footwear with grippy soles (for moving around outside the sauna)
✔️ Towel x 2 (one to dry you off, one to sit on)
✔️ Bag for wet kit
✔️ Water bottle
✔️ Warm layers for after your session
Sauna and Wellness
Sauna is deeply restorative for most people, supporting circulation, relaxation and nervous system regulation. We encourage guests to listen to their bodies, hydrate well, and take breaks as needed. If you have a heart condition, are pregnant, or feel unsure, please speak to your GP before attending.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is this suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Many of our guests are new to sauna. There’s no right way to do it, move between heat and cold at your own pace, hydrate, take breaks whenever you need, and simply listen to your body.
How hot is the sauna?
Our wood-fired sauna usually sits between 70–90°C. The heat is dry and gentle, and you’re always in control of how long you stay inside.
Can I come on my own?
Yes. Community sessions are very welcoming for solo visitors, and many people come alone to enjoy the stillness and quiet time.
What about medical conditions?
Sauna is restorative for most people, but if you have a heart condition, are pregnant, or feel unsure, we recommend speaking to your GP before attending. On the day, always listen to your body and step out if anything doesn’t feel right.
Is it safe in winter?
Yes -winter sauna can be especially grounding and refreshing. We provide wetsuit boots to help you enter the loch safely, and the cold is always optional. You’re welcome to stay dry or use the plunge pool instead.
Rooted in Nature.
Designed for 8 - 10 people, the wood-fired sauna is a space to slow down, breathe deeply, and embrace the elements. Here, the rhythm of heat, cold, and recovery follows the natural cycles that have existed for generations.
Who We Are.
WildEmber is held by someone with deep roots in eco-therapy and place based therapy, paddlesport coaching, and group facilitation. These experiences quietly shape how we hold this space, but the sauna itself asks very little of you. Come as you are.
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