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Vela Massage Retreat

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Vela Massage Retreat

Vela is a day retreat offering professional massage, organic facials, waxing, and steam and infrared saunas. We use organic and paraben free oils and lotions.

Vela is a day retreat serving Grass Valley, Nevada City and surrounding areas. We offer professional massage & all natural facials in spacious, beautiful rooms. Our massage and facial services include a complimentary steam sauna session in our communal, outdoor facilities privately set amongst the trees. We can accommodate up to seven massages at a time allowing you and your friends to be in a state of bliss together. Great for bridal parties, birthdays or just because. We Provide:

A Towel & Robe
Filtered Water & Hot Tea
Indoor & Outdoor Showers
A Beautiful Setting

Why We Are Different:
Vela is owned and operated by Brandy Hill, a Massage Therapist since 1995. Her goal in opening Vela was to create a space where superior quality massage could be found 7 days a week. We encourage feedback and strive to find the right massage therapist for your individual needs. Here are a few examples of the efforts we’ve taken to be the best place to receive massage:

Our massage rooms are large, clean and free of the chemical smells associated with most day spas. All of our massages include a 30 minute complimentary steam sauna session. We never cut your massage time, if you pay for 60 minutes that’s what you get. Our massage therapists do no more than 4 massages a day and have a 30 minute break between each session. No overworked therapists here. We only hire massage therapists that are skilled and trained in Deep Tissue therapies. Allowing the option of a lighter touch but the assurance that we can work at a much deeper level. Competitive prices. We believe that regular massage will help keep you in better mental, spiritual and physical health so we offer a reduction in our already low prices if you commit to coming weekly or monthly. Complimentary tea, filtered water and chocolate are always available. There is a stretch room and outdoor deck for lounging about. We hope that your experience at Vela Massage Retreat is exceptional. Please keep in mind that massage is a very personal experience and it may be necessary to try several massage therapists before you find your match. Feel free to express what you are looking for in your massage so we can better match you with one of our excellent massage therapists.

09/30/2025

✨ Saunas After Dark – Late Night Saunas

Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night starting in October

Come wind down, warm up, and reconnect with yourself, your partner, or your friends in our communal, co-ed, clothing-optional sauna space at Vela Massage Retreat.

Whether you’re planning a relaxing date night, a holistic hangout, or just treating yourself to a well-deserved sweat sesh, this is the perfect way to spend your evening.

What’s Included:

🧖🏽 Access our communal steam and infrared saunas

🌲 Use of the outdoor cedar shower - a client favorite!

🌙 A cozy back deck lounge and atmosphere

🥰 Communal, body-positive Spa environment

💦 Filtered Water Station onsite, feel free to bring your water bottle!

🕗 Timing:

Last walk-in at 8pm, Sauna Facilities close at 9pm. Walk-in only – no reservations needed

💰 Pricing:

• $15 per person for 1 hour facility use with the option to extend your time at an additional fee.
• Sauna packages available for purchase
• BYO linens (towel/sarong/something to sit on) or rent from us for $2 per item

🔥 Why Sauna? Regular sauna use can help:

• Relieve stress and promote better sleep
• Soothe sore muscles and joints
• Combat seasonal affective disorder and promote well-being
• Support detoxification through sweat
• Boost circulation and immune health

Come as you are, and leave feeling lighter, warmer, and deeply restored. We can’t wait to welcome you to Saunas After Dark!

09/26/2025

Fall is here! 🍂

Did you know that we now offer our organic Pumpkin Enzyme Peel for FREE upon request with every facial service?

This gentle yet effective skin refresh is the perfect option for peel-curious folks or clients with sensitive skin. With a pH level of 5, it removes dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and encourages skin turnover with no irritation or downtime.

INGREDIENT SPOTLIGHT:

🎃 Real Pumpkin Pulp and Carrot Extracts rich in Beta Carotenes, Antioxidants, and Vitamins for a Healthy Glow

🥑 Avocado Oil provides skin nutrition and hydration with essential fatty acids.

🍍Bromelain + Papain gently exfoliate the skin with natural enzymes while Licorice Root brightens and tones.

🌿 Calendula, Green Tea, and Lavender combat redness by cooling and calming the skin leaving you with a smooth complexion without complications.

No special add-on required, just ask your EST for this treatment with any facial service check-in and get your glow on 🌞

07/31/2025

Tomorrow is our LAST DAY to purchase the Summer Sweat Sauna Pass at Vela Massage Retreat!

This is the lowest pricing that we’ve ever offered for our communal steam and infrared saunas. Start planning ahead for Sauna season!

$300 for 3 months of Sauna Use = $3.33 per day, and this all-in-one series also includes access to PHOENIX NIGHTS (our ladies only sauna events) at no extra cost.

To purchase, stop by the spa or give us a call at 540.559.7172 🙌

07/09/2025

Retail Spotlight: Fair Trade African Market Baskets 🌈🌿
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The amazing fair trade companies that we purchase from work directly with artisans in Bolgatanga, Ghana.
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Proceeds from the sales of their baskets help to provide healthcare, education and financial support to over 1,000 African villagers and their children.
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These handmade beauties are perfect for trips to the Yuba, farmers market, or one of our saunas!

If you book a facial or massage service with us and use the sauna beforehand, a colorful fair trade basket with fresh linens is provided for your comfort.
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Available for purchase at Vela’s Spa Shop in a variety of colors and styles. Devotee Members receive 10% off all retail.

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06/28/2025

It’s been a busy summer for us at Vela Massage Retreat! ✨

Our appointment slots for massage therapy have been filling up quickly, so we recommend being one step ahead and pre-booking your next appointment.

Weekend bookings and couples massages sometimes get filled up to several weeks in advance,

Not a planner? Not a problem!

Cancellations do happen, so feel free to give us a call directly at 530-559-7172 when looking for a last minute service.

We offer $10 off for all same day bookings if you can fill our open spaces! (Mention this post)

See you soon!

06/20/2025

Vela’s Summer Specials are here, just in time for the Solstice 🌞

Want to sauna for as low as $3.33 per day? Ask us how!

06/13/2025

Father's Day is just around the corner this Sunday! 🧡
Celebrate the amazing dads in your life with unique self-care gifts from Vela and support local businesses!

Our top picks include Magnesium Soaks for post-workout recovery, colorful batik sarongs, multi-tasking wildcrafted face cleansers, communal sauna packages, and gemstone gua shas for lymph clearing.

VELA GIFT CARDS are also available online or in-store for his next getaway.

Limited time offer: Use promo code FATHERSDAY to receive $10 off ANY FACIAL for him through June 30th! 🌿
Each facial comes with 30 minutes of complimentary steam or infrared sauna time and a free beard balm treatment upon request.

Book now online or by phone: 530.559.7172

Wishing you health and happiness,
Team Vela

02/27/2025

We are urgently hiring a new Spa Coordinator to join our team @ Vela Massage Retreat!

Spa/ Wellness experience is a major plus, customer service experience required.

Employee perks include FREE SAUNA, sales commissions and tips, and amazing discounts on massages, facials, body scrubs + organic skincare and self care products.

If you’re interested in connecting with us about this opportunity, reach out to us via the online application on our site. (No resume drop offs or in person applications available)

www.velamassageretreat.com/joinourteam ✨🙌

Required Shifts are Saturday, Sunday, and Mondays
••• Weekends Required •••

We’re so excited to meet you!

With love,
Vela MGMT

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine’s Day from us at Vela! ✨

We are open until 9pm today with availability in our saunas and foot spa lounge.

Sauna Date Night Tonight!
$20 per person for a 2 hour sweat sesh
7-9pm

Singles, Couples, and Galentines Welcome!

02/05/2025

Before ➡️ After
BROW WAX + TINT

We are now offering custom brow services at Vela! Receive a free brow tint with your next wax or lamination service.

Brow Tinting gives you the appearance of fuller and thicker brows, enhances definition and shape, reduces your daily makeup routine, and is a low maintenance way to enhance your natural beauty 🤍

We carry a variety of shades that can be customized to match your natural hair color or create a slightly bolder look, and the tints are easy to apply and long lasting!

Eyebrow Wax + Tint Special: $17 while promotion lasts!

11/18/2024

We have some exciting seasonal updates to our sauna schedule through the end of December!
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We will be offering EXTENDED Sauna Hours on Thursday and Friday Nights starting Thursday, November 21st through the end of 2024.
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When available, our last walk-ins for co-ed/ communal steam and infrared saunas will be 8pm on these days instead of 5:30. No reservations, walk-in only.
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COMMUNAL SAUNA PRICING:
1 hour facility use = $15 (time includes outdoor shower)
Towel/Sarong Rentals available for $2 Each.
*Shareable Packages available - Save $20!
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If you’re looking for a more intimate spa experience, our facilities will also be bookable for PRIVATE SAUNA PARTIES during these hours.
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You and your guests will get exclusive use of our Infrared and Steam Saunas, outdoor shower in the cedar trees, lobby area, and heated back deck lounge from 7-9pm.
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PRIVATE SAUNA PARTY PRICING:
$200 for up to 4 Guests (Rentals Included)
$25 per additional guest, we can host up to 12!
Perfect for family visiting for the holidays, gathering friends, or a special date night.
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To gauge availability for walk-ins or to book your Private Sauna Party at Vela, give our front desk team a call at 530.559.7172.
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We look forward to seeing you soon!

11/16/2024

Shoutout to the Front Desk Crew at Vela 💛

Our amazing Spa Coordinators and manager Madeline keep the daily flow of our spa aligned and manage all appointment scheduling and client relationships. We couldn’t do it without you, ladies!

Address

763 S Auburn Street, # B
Grass Valley, CA
95945

Opening Hours

Monday	1pm - 7pm
Tuesday	1pm - 7pm
Wednesday	1pm - 7pm
Thursday	1pm - 7pm
Friday	1pm - 7pm
Saturday	1pm - 7pm
Sunday	1pm - 7pm

Telephone

+15305597172

Website

http://velamassageretreat.com/

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