I spend my first full day of non-working here. I had a full treatment and massage scheduled. I bought the mindfulness book from their shop and moved gardens for different chapters! I was noting dragonflies pathways, foot fish patterns, sun and shadow shading and by the time I got to my appointments, was pretty much jello. Then. I met my masseuse Chip, who's speciality is neck/spine. After 20 months of Workmans Comp processes, he was a gift from somewhere. I trust all great, but for me, Chip "fixed" so many issues and gave me instructions to pass to a local!... I only wish I didn't live 2 hours away! Maybe osmosis casn partner with a local B&B???? read more

WOW! This place is all around amazing! I have to admit, I was skeptical of those cedar enzyme baths and came only because everyone I tallest oasis it was a must do. They were right. I had the Transformation Package which started with the best massage I've ever had. I then moved on to an incredible room overlooking the garden to drink my tea before my bath. That garden is just beautiful, and I found myself so relaxed in there. I then moved on to the cedar enzyme bath. It's weird, there's no other way to describe the feeling of crawling into a giant tub filled with gardening material...but it's worth it. It's hard to describe the feeling, but it really is a must do. Afterwards after you brush yourself off and shower, you're brought into the cool down room where you're given a scented eye pillow, headphones playing relaxing music, and are left to cool off for 30 minutes. Such a great way to end. This was worth every penny, and I'll definitely be coming back during my next trip up here. read more

Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary - Massage Near Me - Freestone, California

I love this place for the cedar enzyme baths. The massages are ok, the atmosphere is amazing and serene. But really I go for the only place you can get a cedar enzyme bath in California! This place is very over priced, if you're looking for an inexpensive spa, do not come here. My fiancé and I got 2 cedar baths (1 each) and we each received a basic 75 minute massage. The cost was $470!! Kind of hard to swallow as I can get a 60 minute massage for 40$ around the corner from my house! That being said, the staff is serene, they play their parts well and have good customer service. A great place to get away from it all and just be. We will come here again within the next couple of years. Would be an awesome pre-marital spa day place. read more

My husband and I really enjoyed our cedar enzyme bath and our couples massage. Everyone was very kind and professional. I felt very cared for in the spa. We were definitely glowing and rejuvenated by the time we left. Definitely we will be returning! read more

I went in with a back sprain and had the cedar bath and a massage - I felt 100% better when I left. An out of the way gem of a place! read more

I got a massage gift card for my birthday and I finally had a chance to make the trip this past weekend with my gf. I've been hearing so many good things about this place and saw the good yelp reviews so of course I had high expectations. All I can say is that, my experience totally exceeded my expectation. This place is truly a sanctuary. Thanks for the reboot Osmosis. I'm coming back with or without a gift card. read more

Loved the cedar bark bath. The Japanese garden is also very peaceful.there is also an organic bakery right around the corner

I had heard amazing comments about Osmosis from friends, but I was absolutely blown away with my whole spa experience. The gardens are just gorgeous. All of the staff was very professional and welcoming. You could tell they genuinely have love and compassion for all visitors. A very spiritual, cleansing, healling, restoring, calming, and soothing experience. A magical place. The cedar bath was amazing. read more

Adequate massage was not enough to offset the bedbugs that came home with us. We were told that the spa had recently converted to "all natural" cleaning techniques. Beware. Perhaps we should have had the accompanying heat bath. The Sonoma County Health Department did respond to our compaint, but says it does not police the facility. read more

We love Osmosis, and come 2-3 times a year. Even for those of us who seek out hot springs, massage centers, and spas, this place is a true find. The hot cedar enzyme 'bath' is one-of-a-kind. You sit in this fragrant composting pile of cedar sawdust and it warms you to the bones - like nothing you've ever experienced before. After 30 minutes, they dig you out and you go outside with a hand broom to sweep off the fresh cedar (like beach sand, you may find bits for days after in creases and crevices). Then you toodle upstairs in a state of deep muscular relaxation from the heat for a massage by a skilled technician. After all of that, you go outside to lie in the hammocks and listen to ambient noise while rocking in the breeze. A trip to paradise! (And run by incredibly nice people. Plus, the bakery and antique store in the hamlet of Freestone are fun destinations that make the whole trip worthwhile.) read more

They offfer a Cedar Enzyme Bath, a rejuvenating heat treatment from Japan. The minute you enter this place you feel the tranquility. You are first led to the Japanese Tea Garden, where you are served tea that is mixed with enzymes made from more than 25 different organically grown plants. A digestive aid, the enzyme tea is soothing and warm, and works in conjunction the metabolic processes that occur during the bath. Cozy wooden tubs are filled with a fragrant blend of finely ground cedar, rice bran, and plant enzymes imported from Japan. These ingredients heat naturally, by fermentation, creating biologically generated warmth that mimics the body's natural metabolic process. You climb into these big vats full of the affore mentioned material (feels like sawdust) then they shovel more of it on top of you until covered. You have a nice view of the garden as you stew. You will not want to leave, but the max time they allow you to stay in the tub is 20 minutes. Plan to stay in the area or nearby if possible. The only thing you will want to do after this treatment and a massage is eat and sleep afterwards. read more

I have been here once for the cedar bath and massage. I had a really nice experience and the staff are are always so friendly. They are always so accommodating as well. read more

Where else can you sit buried in a vat full of ceder enzymes? Japan...that's where. Donna A. treated us to the works at Osmosis yesterday, which included the enzyme bath, a facial and a massage. Everyone was warm, friendly and extremely knowledgeable which made the experience that much more enjoyable. By the end of the 5 hour session, we were both blissed out and almost too relaxed to drive home. read more

Really enjoyed my treatments and the ambiance of the spa as a whole and hope to return! I booked the 4.5 hour package (bath, massage, facial) and drove up from SF for a day of relaxation. I was mostly excited about the ambiance of this spa and the cedar bath as it's so different from others in SF and Sonoma. Not five stars though as I was a bit disappointed by the welcome and I was surprised that my treatments were not in a pagoda but all in the building. Massage in particular was in a basic room that could have been anywhere. I think this is something I should have been told at booking or atleast advised that I needed to request a pagoda. The website makes it seem like all massages are in a pagoda and the ambiance is very different. Regarding the welcome, when I booked my package I told the reservationists that I'm on a special diet and would be bringing my own lunch instead of eating the lunch that came with my package. I arrived about 40 min early to have lunch, I figured they would have someplace for me to sit and I did not really feel welcome to enjoy the property. I almost ate in my car but found a picnic table after wandering around for a bit. I also was never given an overview of the property or told how to best enjoy the day. My day also seemed really packed and didn't have time for all aspects of the package I booked. I did a quick walk around before leaving to take some pictures! For example my package came with meditation but there was no time in my schedule to enjoy the meditation garden nor was I really told about it! Hopefully it was just an off day for the front desk as this seems like a really special place. read more

Great spa. I went to this spa several times and it was always a very good experience with facials. Everybody is very professional and super nice. I would definitely go there again. read more

This place is amazing. So peaceful and relaxing. The Japanese garden is so beautiful and the people there are very pleasant. It is a bit pricy, but worth it for a treat once in a while! read more

Really nothing to complain about. I enjoyed my experience. The gardens are beautiful and well maintained. Service was great and my skin felt/looked great after my facial! read more

The facility was very nice. We enjoyed the sound therapy. Wished I could of stayed longer! The tea ceremony was relaxing. My husband does not like peppermint tea. Would of been nice to have a selection to choose from. The cedar bath was wonderful with the exception of the attendant. I am very comfortable with nudity. But felt awkward at her viewing my husband in his hairy balls gkory. I've done many mud baths and when the attendant prepared the baths for us, he or she would give instructions to get settled. Then cover the itty bits. Then the person would come back and cover the remainder. Get us settled and come back to check in on us. The same would go for the bath removal. Instead of standing there and holding the door open while watching us run outside to remove the attached cedar wood. The attendant would wait for us after showering to bring us to our next treatment. The massage was divine! I even caught myself starting to snore! Over all wonderful experience. Lovely gift shopping area. Special items are a treat. We plan to go back and visit. read more

Where to begin! How does one find words to describe the feeling of utter relaxation, bliss, and care? I'll try...I have known about Osmosis for nearly my whole life, as my Dad used to go and get the baths and massages. I had never been until a few weeks back, when I decided to take my partner for a surprise as his Holiday gift. We arrived in the afternoon to a private room overlooking a beautiful Japanese garden, were given enzyme tea, and a great explanation of the treatments to come. Our enzyme bath and couples massage were both indescribable--I have never had as peaceful and rejuvenating day, honest. The bath was such a surreal and deep experience, and amazing to share with someone close to you (all overlooking a beautiful garden with a mountain view). I wish I could have stayed in there all evening...it is an experience you need to try at least once in your life, I felt my whole body being cared for. After we dusted off and showered, we head upstairs for our massages. WOW. I had the regular Swedish and he had the firm Swedish. My man said it was the best massage he's ever had in his life, and I fell into such a dream state during mine. We were both sad to leave, but it honestly was the best gift I could have got for us both, and it brought us closer together as a couple. Aside from the amazing treatments and beauty of the entire building and meditation garden, the service from all of the Osmosis team was impeccable...from the man at the front desk to our masseurs and bath attendant to the owner. Being cared for and attended to with such genuine care and investment in your treatments and experience is reason enough to go. I could not rave enough about Osmosis, all it has to offer, and it's incredible staff. If I could afford to go every week, I would, but I'm working on that. 10 stars, go, go go! It will be the best decision of 2012!!! read more

Perfect place to rejuvenate. Wonderful staff and excellent care. Ask for the Swedish massage by Laura, your body will be glad you did.

I had my first Enzyme Bath! It was different and great. I could fully rest and feel lifted. I was relaxed and energized. The spa was clean and the staff, professional and attentive. I loved relaxing in "outdoor" meditation garden area. Always nice to "shop local" :) thank you, until next time. karen. read more

Another great experience at Osmosis. Last month I was in and had an aroma facial with Melissa. She was the sweetest ever and gave a great massage complement to the facial as well. Most recently I saw heather and had the radiance facial which was more targeted to brightening and reducing discoloration and it worked! She was also very nice and clearly passionate about her craft. She also took a little extra time as I was her last client of the day - so awesome! Thanks ladies!! This is far from an "in and out" type of salon. You truly feel like you're the only client of the day before during and after your appointment. And one can always hang out on the beautiful grounds for added relaxation before and/or after the appointment. read more

This place is a MUST if you are up near Bodega Bay or Occidental and looking for a treat for your body and soul. I have received two massages from Chip that were heavenly, and the spa is a haven for peace, meditation and serenity. The cedar enzyme baths are powerful. We did a girls trip where we only got our feet in the cedar and it was really hot and impacted my circulation in a big way. I look forward to my next trip back to the area so I can go again! read more

I was not impressed by the massage and neither was my friend. The grounds are lovely and they got us in on a Sunday right away with no appointment. I've definitely had better and probably won't return. read more

Just had another amazing experience at Osmosis. Michele attended to my every need during my awesome cedar bath and Hillary, my massage therapist was absolutely top notch. Osmosis isn't cheap, but worth every penny! read more

Osmosis Spa and Sanctuary has beautiful gardens, which is the only redeeming feature I found about this "Oasis". The spa lacked in both customer service and spa services. This place is overpriced and less than accommodating. The masseuse treated me like a number, which included a lack luster routine massage that she had clearly performed on hundreds before me. Even though she had asked if I had any areas that needed attention, those arrears were neglected during her routine procedure. I went to this place with a friend and we did the cedar bath together followed by separate services. My friend was taken back right away to her sound bath while I waited quite a while before going to my massage. I wandered around the place looking for someone to help me. I had to go to the front desk in my robe to ask about my massage. The front desk person could not have cared less about my concern at being forgotten and told me my massage was at 10:45am and I must have gotten out of my cedar bath early (she blamed me for the problem). I exited the cedar bath as directed by the bath attendant and went to the seating area to wait for my massage. I was not wearing a watch because I was naked under my robe so I would not know what time my cedar bath ended and what time my massage began. It is the job of the spa to coordinate services. At that point I decided to send an early text to my friend letting her know that at the rate this is going she will probably be waiting over an hour for me to get out of my massage and that she should feel free to leave the spa and not wait for me. We were supposed to go to lunch together after the spa. After my horrible massage, I went to the front desk to check out. I had won a first time guest 15% off coupon at a wedding expo. The front desk attendant told me they do not honor any of their coupons. My friend later told me that the front desk attendant tried not taking her gift certificate, which would have been crazy if they did not even honor their own gift certificate. The front desk attendant did not ask me how my services were; the only words she said was we don't take coupons and that will be $300. I would have rather interacted with a self-check out machine. I left Osmosis Spa feeling slimy, ripped off, and poorly treated. Sadly, this was the worst birthday gift I ever received. Next time I'll ask my husband for a piece of jewelry instead of a spa day. Shame on the Bohemian for recommending this place. read more

Loved it :) I get a little claustrophobic, so I was afraid of the cedar bath but the attendant helped make me very comfortable and made it an enjoyable and relaxing experience. The tea garden is gorgeous and peaceful. I got a 90-minute massage with Aidan and he was amazing! read more

Hands down, the BEST spa experience I have ever had. The employees are professional yet down to Earth. Since I arrived early for my appointment, I was able to walk around the gorgeous grounds. I especially loved sitting in the Spa Cafe' while waiting for my appointment, sipping fresh homemade tea that I was offered upon my arrival. I changed into my robe in the Men's Dressing Room and waiting for Feather, who I was told would be the one to give me my first ever facial. I was definitely blown away from her soothing voice and I was instantly refreshed. I highly recommend booking with Feather if possible! This is the hidden gem for all to experience! Oh, and Natalie was down right glorious in helping me book my last minute appointment for my 25th Birthday treat to myself. She alone deserves 5 stars. Cheers to Osmosis & I WILL return soon! :) read more

Osmosis has been my 'stress release getaway' treatment for the past 5 years now. I work in the spa industry so I am very particular about where I choose to 'spa' on my own time. Osmosis is truly a place to reflect, meditate, and take in nature and nurturing to the full extent that you allow yourself to absorb. That is the spas intent I believe. My last visit was on impulse and very last minute. I had been really tired, overworked, and in need of relaxation. The staff was very responsive to my needs and actually adjusted the schedule of a provider so that I was able to get both treatments that I had wanted in the late afternoon. Racine (sp?) was extremely attentive to me while I was in the cedar bath and seemed to be there just as I was needing water or a cool cloth on my face. My massage with Alisa was so amazing. Her breathing allowed me to focus on relaxing and allowed me to be in the moment. Not only was she an experienced massage therapist, she was very nurturing and really gave me an experience, not just a simple massage. This was followed by the blanket wrap and I could barely drive home. It was just what I needed and can't wait to go back! Thank you Osmosis!! read more

My partner and I visited friends in beautiful Sonoma Valley during the Memorial Day weekend. Osmosis was a recommended additional escape from the fast lane of LA. My facial with Azja was incredible! Her touch was so relaxing and the foot massage was truly an out-of-body experience. My skin still feels so soft and clean and I will follow her advice for daily routine facial care. I look forward to returning to the beautiful, peaceful Osmosis spa in the fall. read more

My all-time-favorite spa. The enzyme bath is an unusual experience. You're burried in finely ground wood shavings, so the smell is fantastic. I've enjoyed a massage, and also several facials. But my favorite part of visiting Osmosis is their gardens! Pure paradise. 15 minutes spent meditating in the Japanese garden, and I'm more relaxed than I am after an hour massage at any other spa. Honestly, words or photos cannot express the amazing quality of the gardens. It's an experience you will cherish forever. read more

The day I visited it was very warm and after I checked in I was offered water that was sitting out on the porch. Because it was so warm the water was too. I was escorted to the dressing room where there are personal lockers and robes. The waiting area and several treatment rooms are upstairs so it may be difficult for those with mobility problems. My massage therapist cam to get me and escorted me back downstairs to a treatment room located just off the main building. Like I said, it was a very warm day and the room was quite warm as well and didn't appear to have any AC. My massage therapist had a fan on and cracked the windows to get some circulation. The massage was AMAZING! Mandy is new to the spa and it was the best massage I ever had! (and I've had many massages at several 5 star resorts). After my massage I walked though the beautiful Japanese gardens. A little more attention to detail is needed but Mandy's massage will keep me coming back! read more

A great place to relax. I'd recommend arriving early to enjoy the gardens and take in the atmosphere. The cedar enzyme bath is a very unique experience that should be tried at least once, but I'm not sure it does anything different than a hot sauna would do. When my wife and I were there it was a pretty hot day, so our massages in the pagoda were pretty warm. My wife loved her massage, but mine was just so-so. Also, I did have to find someone to show me where the shower was after my massage - something that seems to be a common complaint in some other reviews I've read. The nudity part is handled very tactfully by the bath attendant and really nothing to worry about. Overall a very relaxing way to spend a day. read more

Osmosis has the best massage therapists in the county. I bought a membership here because...well, what a great way to pamper myself! The grounds are gorgeous! I highly recommend coming early so you can spend some time in their meditation garden. The hammocks are also a relaxing treat (but I don't entirely understand why they charge for them). If you're looking for an opulent spa experience, you'll be disappointed. The facilities are pretty minimal, the showers are small, and the building is a bit dated. That being said, I really love it here because it's an outstanding way to give yourself a day-long, rejuvenating retreat. read more

Great first experience at Osmosis. Nice people, warm, accommodating. The Cedar Bath Enzyme process was explained well and my attendant kept me warm and hydrated. The ensuing massage was fabulous. I can't wait to go back. Such divine luxury and healing. read more

if you happen to be up in sonoma wine country and have drank enoughwine that your muscles feel wine-logged. i would recommend a massage at osmosis. this quaint day spa sits about 10 min outside sebastopol in a small town called freestone. it feels completely natural, from the stripped down wood and neutral decor, to the zen meditation garden, complete with koi pond. the scent of cedar and rice wafts through the air. i thought it smelled like rice pudding, which i love. their specialty, or claim to fame, is their cedar enzyme bath. this involves you sitting in a large vat while they cover you with fine cedar and rice bran, apparently the consistency of sand. it helps you sweat all your toxins away. i skipped this part, as i tend to get claustrophobic, but my friend marcell emerged from it bright eyed and relaxed. before our treatments we were served japanese tea with a digestive enzyme in a quiet room facing a garden. i opted for the connective tissue massage. i wanted to try something other than swedish and this sounded a bit more intensive. my therapist--weegi--was a gentle older woman that immediately made me think earth mother. it was my first massage without any background music, but the windows were left open so i could hear the birds chirping and a creek running below. weegi did an amazing job. i was literally putty in her hands. i didn't fall asleep but i felt like i was in some zen-like trance during the 75 minute treatment. at the end she thanked me for being so "present". how sweet. it did feel deeper in some ways than a swedish and she loosened me up quite a bit. so if you want to try something new, go for it. i just read on ideal bite that this is also an eco-friendly spa. so all the more reason to support them. their staff was friendly, warm and professional. the perfect ending to my wine-country debauchery. read more

My first experience at Osmosis was great. It was a bit of a rainy day but my boyfriend and I were still able to enjoy the zen garden with the sounds of rain. We got facials done. And the staff was very friendly and gave us helpful tips on skin treatment. The experience was unlike any other spa we have been to. The area of the spa makes it that much more relaxing. read more

A resounding yes for the cedar chip pain panacea! I went fall '10 with family of four which fills their room capacity at one sitting. I remember that I couldn't get enough of the tea that went along with the experience. They would also keep remaking my pillow of wood chips and cool towel my face periodically as well as offer me relief with a cold glass of h2o. There was more to it, and the female duo of us didn't get to the body wrap part before it got coal dark for the evening, so they knocked off 1-2 Jackson bills. I also liked the stepwise process, simplicity, and well timed isolation. Spot on. read more

Osmosis sanctuary spa is a wonderful environment and an envigorating body treatment center. Our visit on 1/17/11 was for a couple's cedar enzyme treatment bath. Once greeted and changed, we first had tea in a small room looking to a japanese garden, then proceeded to the treatment room - a huge cedar filled pit overlooking another garden. The cedar chips are warm without being overly so. The immersion part of the treatment lasts about 20 minutes buried in cedar chips. I've done mud baths at Calistoga before & found 15 minutes of engulfed warmth to be my threshold; here 20 minutes went by without that sense of overdoing it. Our helpful, kind & lovely attendant refreshed us with a cool wash cloth on the forehead & sips of cool water. After exiting the cedar pit we were given brushes to brush ourselves off, then led next door to the two-headed shower. Very well planned space. Finally we were taken to a room where we laid down on futons covered with a blanket to keep the warm in, and listened to new age music for about 30 minutes. I drifted off to sleep about 1/2 the way through, awakened refreshed at the end. A walk around their gardens is a further treat. This place is well-managed, well-staffed and takes care of the small details very well. I would love to visit once a quarter! read more

My friend and I went to Osmosis yesterday for a girl's pampering day. This place is worth every cent. In fact I think is extremely under priced for what you get as compared to spas in San Francisco or Napa. The total relaxation one feels being there is truly amazing. We just sat quietly in our private tea garden and then again in the meditation garden and observed the numerous birds, fish, red dragon flies, spiders spinning their webs, etc... It was truly divine. We had the enzyme baths which includes tea and relaxation beforehand, then we each had a deep tissue 45-minute massage in the private outdoor pagodas. My therapist was Ellen Solot and she was very strong. read more