Spa At Rancho Valencia Resort

World-Class Spa Embraces Southern California Climate Offering Outdoor Sun Gardens, Pools and Natural Botanicals

08/29/2007

RANCHO SANTA FE, Calif. (2007) – Set in the idyllic valley of Rancho Santa Fe, Calif., the Spa Rancho Valencia is the new desirable destination to refresh, restore and renew oneself. Drawing from the natural products from the area, including avocado and grape seed and natural healing agents from the ocean, the Spa at Rancho Valencia offers an expansive spa menu of leading-edge skin care, facial, body and sensual couples treatments.  

Upon entering this oasis, guests are invited to partake in a paradise for the senses and free themselves from the stresses of the world. Walking through the 10,000 square-foot retreat, one is warmly drawn in by the tranquility of the décor, Italian fountains, pools, and treatment rooms.   

“The unique value of the hand-crafted European tiles laid throughout, attention to architectural detail and overall beauty of the spa has set it apart from anything in the area,” said Mechelle Hill, director of the Spa Rancho Valencia. “People come to us for the high quality of the technicians and results-oriented treatments that we offer here at Spa Rancho Valencia Resort. It is truly a world-class destination for mind and body wellness.”

The spa embraces Southern California’s famous year-round warm climate and sits on a 2.5-acre site featuring outdoor elements including three therapeutic pools (hot, warm and cold), a Watsu therapy/massage pool, a lap pool, sauna and steam rooms, and private sun gardens. Indoor amenities include 10 beautifully tiled and vibrant treatment rooms with private patios; five feature deep soaking tubs. Two couples’ rooms include fireplaces, private patios, outdoor showers and tubs for two. 

Guests can choose from an extensive treatment menu with luxurious ingredients, pure essential oils and healing benefits from the sea that are integrated into all of the facial and body therapies. Unique treatments include:

• Zest For Life - Rejuvenate in the signature steamy Vichy rain room with rosemary and lemon steam, followed by an uplifting bergamot and fresh lemon zest sea salt exfoliation. The 120-minute treatment finishes with a delightful bergamot and citrus massage.
• Terra Cotta Couples Clay Bake – This 120-minute treatment begins with a soothing soak in a secluded, outdoor garden pool. Couples slather each other with purifying terra cotta clay and bake in the warmth of the Southern California sun. After the bake, couples rinse off in an outdoor shower for two, and finish with a moisturizing massage.
• The Works- This dramatic result-oriented facial, specific to your skin type, uses a sauna effect of a heat mask to purify the skin in depth. Then an “ionization” effect of the skin helps the active ingredients to penetrate deep into the skin. An aromatic essential oil massage rebalances the circulation and drains toxins. The 90-minute non-surgical lifting stimulates the face muscles creating firmness and tone. 

Other popular treatments include 30-minute add on exfoliations and wraps such as the Tangerine Tango, Absolutely Avocado, and Aqua Float. A proprietary line of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, hand-crafted soap and bath and body oil will be infused with nature’s bounty and include citrus extracts such as orange blossom and tangerine. Popular spa lines, Mary Cohr, Somme, and Epicuren are used in treatments.

Exercise enthusiasts can enjoy a state-of-the-art fitness center offering the latest in wellness workouts, including yoga, Pilates (private Reformer Sessions and group mat classes will be available) and spinning. Each of the cardio machines has personal televisions with DVD players attached. Personal trainers are also available upon request. 

The spa is available to resort guests, residents of the resort’s new private residence club (the Villas at Rancho Valencia) and residents of Rancho Santa Fe and neighboring communities.   For more information or to make reservations, call 858.759.9490or visit www.ranchovalencia.com.