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Bringing Estonian Sauna to Minnesota

Hi, I’m Ilya, and I grew up in Estonia where stepping  into a sauna isn’t just a luxury—it’s a way of life. Back home, sauna culture runs deep. It’s where families gather, friends reconnect, and stress melts away with every drop of sweat. When I moved to Minnesota, I quickly realized something: if there’s anywhere in America that needs sauna culture, it’s here.

Long, cold winters. Tight muscles from shoveling snow. The cabin fever that sets in around February. Sound familiar? I knew the answer, because I’d lived it my whole life—a good, honest sauna session.

Why I Built Baltica Sauna

Custom Built

I couldn’t find the authentic sauna experience I was looking for, so I decided to create it myself. I custom-built a traditional 12-foot barrel sauna using pure hemlock wood—no chemicals, no shortcuts. Just honest craftsmanship and a wood-burning stove that creates the kind of heat that reaches into your bones.

This isn’t about fancy spa gimmicks. It’s about bringing you the real deal: the crackling of birch wood, the ritual of heating stones, the steam rising as you pour water over them. It’s about creating that moment where everything else fades away and it’s just you, the heat, and maybe a few good friends.

Authentic Experience

  • 12-foot barrel sauna with wood-burning stove
  • Pure birch wood construction (chemical-free)
  • Traditional Estonian design that’s been perfected over centuries

Thoughtful Design

  • 4-foot changing area to prep before you sweat
  • 8-foot steam room that comfortably fits 4-6 people
  • LED lights for ambiance and safety
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We Handle Everything

We deliver the sauna to your location on a trailer, set you up with everything you need, and pick it up when you’re done. No stress, just steam.

What’s Included:

  • 2 bundles of premium firewood
  • Sauna hats (trust me, you want these)
  • Sauna slippers
  • Essential oils for aromatherapy
  • Complete instructions for safe use

Who This Is For

Whether you’re an athlete looking for muscle recovery, a family wanting a unique backyard experience, someone planning a memorable bachelor or birthday party, or a wellness retreat organizer—this sauna brings people together.

I’ve seen groups of friends laugh until they cry in there. I’ve watched people emerge looking ten years younger. I’ve heard stories of life-changing conversations that happened between rounds of heat. That’s what sauna culture is really about.

Service Area

We’re proud to serve the Saint Paul area and beyond. All rentals include free delivery and pickup within 30 miles of Saint Paul, MN. Venturing further out?

No problem—we charge just $2 per mile each way beyond that radius. We serve the greater Minnesota and Wisconsin area because everyone deserves to experience this.

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Ilya Alyoshkin

Whether it’s the middle of January and you need to thaw out, or a perfect summer evening and you want to try something different, we’re here to bring the heat.

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