CT Palmer Electric Cabin Sauna by Leisurecraft

🏡 The Palmer Cabin: Classic Architecture Meets Modern Wellness

There is something deeply nostalgic about a cabin in the woods. It represents shelter, warmth, and a break from the noise of the world. The CT Palmer Cabin Sauna by Leisurecraft takes that classic "cabin" DNA and shrinks it down into a high-performance wellness retreat for your backyard.

If you’re deciding between a barrel and a cabin, here is why the Palmer stands out as a "pro" choice for home spa owners.

1. The Architectural Advantage (The Overhang)

The first thing you’ll notice about the Palmer is the extended roof overhang. This isn't just for looks.

• The Pro Tip: The overhang acts as a natural porch. It keeps the rain and snow off the door and prevents water from pooling at the entrance. It means you can step out for a breather without getting hit by a sudden downpour, keeping your "dry zone" actually dry.

2. Maximum Headroom & Volume

Unlike barrel saunas where the walls curve inward, the Palmer’s cabin shape offers vertical walls and a peaked roof.

• The Benefit: At 257 cubic feet, this model feels incredibly spacious for 3–4 people. The extra headroom makes it easier to stand up comfortably and gives the interior an airy, "room-like" feel that’s perfect for those who prefer a more traditional indoor-room sensation while being outdoors.

3. The "Forever" Roof: Metal Shingle Durability

While many outdoor saunas require additional roofing kits or shingles, the Palmer comes ready for battle with a durable metal shingle roof.

• The Pro Tip: Metal is the gold standard for sauna longevity. It sheds snow effortlessly and handles high-heat expansion better than almost any other material. It’s a "set it and forget it" feature that ensures your Eastern White Cedar stays protected for decades.

4. Eastern White Cedar: The Visual Vibe

Handcrafted in Canada, the wood used here is Eastern White Cedar. It’s famous for those tight, distinctive knots and a light, creamy tone.

• Design Tip: Because the wood is lighter in color, the Palmer doesn't feel "heavy" in your landscape. It brightens up a garden or deck, blending seamlessly with contemporary or rustic home designs.

Palmer Cabin Quick Specs

Why the Palmer?

The Palmer is for the homeowner who wants the performance of a high-end sauna but prefers the timeless look of a timber cabin. It’s rugged, it’s beautiful, and with the metal roof, it’s built to be a permanent fixture of your wellness routine.

Is the Palmer Cabin the right fit for your backyard?

Shipping

Residential Drop Ship Information

Dundalk LeisureCraft Responsibilities

1) Building and packing your sauna in a crate
2) Arranging for shipping to your home

Trucking Company Responsibilities

1) Making an appointment to deliver your sauna
2) Delivering your sauna to the end of your driveway or curbside
a. The trucking company is NOT responsible for unloading the sauna
b. The trucking company is NOT going to back their truck into your driveway
c. Most times the trucking company will deliver with an 18 wheel truck
i. Will this size truck fit on your road or neighborhood?
3) If the sauna crate is less than 92” (7 feet), the trucking company may have a lift gate on the back of the truck which can be used to assist getting the sauna off the truck.
4) If the sauna crate is more than 92”, there will not be a lift gate to unload the sauna crate and the customer needs to decide how they are going to get the crate off the truck.

Customer Responsibilities

1) Returning phone calls to the trucking company in a timely manner, to arrange delivery
2) Determining how the sauna is going to be unloaded from the truck
    a. Crates will vary from 6 feet long to 14 feet long
    b. The crate’s weight will vary from 800 pounds to 1600 pounds, depending on the size of the sauna
3) Customer is responsible for unloading the sauna crate from the truck
    a. Suggested methods for unloading the truck
        i. Use a forklift or other mechanical piece of equipment
            1. When using a fork lift to pick up the crates, they must be picked up from the end of the crate and fork lift extensions are required.
       ii. Renting a tilt tow truck to pick up the sauna from the local terminal and have it delivered to your home
       iii. Have a crew of helpers able to either take the sauna off the truck or unload the crate while on the truck until the crate can be lifted off the truck
4) If the crate arrives damaged, you can accept the shipment, however, please take pictures of the damage, and note the damage on the shipper’s Bill of Lading (BOL). Immediately, contact your dealer or Dundalk, so we can contact the shipper.
    a. Mark the Bill of Lading (BOL) with “(Crate arrived open/damaged- Possible Hidden Damage.”