Spa of the Month: Vita Nova Spa at The Lodge at St. Edward State Park

Each month Yon-Ka Paris features our top spa partners as a way of helping you find the very best when it comes to luxury skincare experiences. Due to their commitment to excellence when it comes to high touch, luxurious professional spa treatments, we award Vita Nova Spa at The Lodge at St. Edward State Park with our April 2022 “Spa of the Month”. Settled by the sparkling Lake Washington with a view of the surrounding forest, Spa Vita Nova at The Lodge at St. Edward State Park is the ultimate getaway. Seasonal treatments enliven the senses and support balance within the body through the use of pure products and organic herbal infusions. Vita Nova translates to “A New Life” in Latin and that’s exactly what you’ll encounter as soon as you walk through the doors. The message “Peace to those who enter, good health to those who depart” is cast in stone above the entrance, setting the stage for a healing and harmonious experience. When the hustle and bustle of life starts to get you down, get away for a relaxing weekend at The Lodge at St. Edward State Park. Indulge in personalized spa treatments to restore your mind and spirit so you can reenter the world a happier and healthier you.

What Makes Vita Nova Spa Unique?

Immediately upon setting foot in Vita Nova Spa, you’ll feel welcomed by the soothing atmosphere. Expert estheticians and massage therapists await, ready to share with you their honor, respect, and gratitude for the beauty and bounty of all Mother Nature has to give. We spoke with Spa Manager, Kalei Myers, about the significance of Vita Nova. She explained, “The Lodge at St Edward Sate Park is a majestically restored historical setting nestled in old growth forests lining the tranquil waters of Lake Washington, where you will enjoy artistic and eclectic elements, seasonal and locally sourced cuisine, and a lush, restorative spa. We hope to be an escape for our clients, so the spa and the park help to relax and restore.” Vita Nova Spa recognizes and embraces the energy and well-being of each and every individual. They strive to provide a safe and sanitary healing environment in which you can feel completely comfortable and at ease with yourself and your surroundings. At Vita Nova Spa, clients are invited to enjoy the following services:

• Personalized treatments and rituals
• Custom massage therapy
• Luxurious body treatments
• Personalized facials
• Specialized wellness services

Whether you’re pampering yourself for the entire weekend or making a day trip, Vita Nova Spa is an experience you’ll surely remember. Enjoy exclusive spa specials for additional savings on midweek reservations or treat Mom to a relaxing day at the spa with the Mother’s Day Revitalize Special.

Featured Services and Treatments

At Vita Nova Spa, you’re encouraged to relax and embrace your wellness. A generous spa menu channels the energy of the seasons, offering everything from soothing experiences to rejuvenating treatments. Licensed spa experts tap into the natural rhythms of the Pacific Northwest to create a personalized experience tailored to your wellness needs.

• Vita Nova Massage – This soothing massage is the ideal treatment to destress and unwind. Expertly administered, your practitioner will customize the experience to your needs.
• Yon-Ka Phyto Nutrient Facial – Boost your natural beauty with this plant-based facial treatment. It features a hydrating seaweed exfoliant with a hyaluronic mask to get your skin glowing.
• Mountain Majesty Crown Massage – Indulge yourself in a full-body personalized massage with your choice of herbal infused oil. You’ll also enjoy a deeply relaxing crown and scalp massage with nourishing hair oil to stimulate healing.
• Infrared Sauna – Detox, reduce inflammation, and burn up to 600 calories in a single session. Infrared sauna is about 50-degrees cooler than a traditional sauna, making it much more comfortable.
• Yon-Ka Anti-Aging Facial – Restore your skin’s youthful radiance and soften fine lines and wrinkles. This treatment features plant-based botanicals to exfoliate the skin while rebuilding collagen and restoring natural glow.

Each treatment offered at Vita Nova Spa is tailored to the individual. Many begin with a grounding foot soak and cleansing ritual to help you get into the right mindset for healing. Take your treatment up a notch with enhancements like herbal infusion massage oil, a luxurious Vita Nova foot ritual, or the addition of aromatherapy blends. Spa Manager, Kalei Myers, told us that Yon-Ka treatments are particularly beloved by guests.

“Many love the Yon-Ka Anti-Aging Facial, because if offers softening fine lines and wrinkles but also an overall relaxing and rejuvenating experience that leaves the skin looking radiant and youthful!”

Vita Nova Spa’s Partnership with Yon-Ka Paris

Partnered from day one, Vita Nova and Yon-Ka Paris have been working together to create a luxurious and memorable experience for clients who visit The Lodge at St. Edward State Park. Yon-Ka products are featured in numerous treatments and available in their retail shop. Kalei Myers’ personal favorite Yon-Ka products are Phyto-Contour for under-eye care and Lait Nettoyant Cleansing Milk for a gentle cleansing that leaves the skin feeling refreshed. The Yon-Ka Anti-Aging Facial is particularly popular among clients. In addition to providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, it leaves the skin looking youthful and radiant. Though, her ultimate favorite Yon-Ka product comes down to Glyconight 10%. She says, “This product makes me smile, simply because it’s pretty darn amazing! Easy to use masque, that I leave on at night and I wake up with new awakened skin… Simply the best!” If you’re looking for an unforgettable spa experience, the majestic historical setting of The Lodge at St. Edward State Park is one you don’t want to miss. Nestled among old growth forests along the tranquil waters of Lake Washington, it’s where you’ll find a unique blend of artistic and eclectic elements along with seasonal and locally sourced cuisine. Simply put, a day at Vita Nova Spa is an escape from the stresses of everyday life in a beautiful environment curated for relaxation and restoration.