Island Beachcomber Hot Tubs

09/07/2026

We will be open Labour Day 9:30-5

08/26/2026

☀️ Make room for summer, your way.

Good backyard gatherings don’t need a packed schedule. Create space for good food, easy conversations, kids at play, and a relaxing hot tub soak as the evening winds down. 💦

With thoughtful seating, simple activities, and the right setup, everyone can enjoy the day at their own pace. 🌿

https://www.beachcomberhottubs.com/blog/post/hosting-for-all-ages-a-simple-plan-for-backyard-gatherings

Summer get-togethers tend to unfold in many different directions. Some guests catch up over food, while the kids move between food and games. Others find a shady spot and settle into conversations. That mix is part of what makes...

08/24/2026

🛁 The right hot tub has a seat for everyone.

One person wants a deep lounger. Another prefers a higher seat. Different heights, ages, and preferences mean everyone relaxes differently.

When choosing a Beachcomber Hot Tub, look beyond the number of seats. Seating layout, massage jets, and overall setup all matter when creating a spa everyone can enjoy. 💦✨

https://www.beachcomberhottubs.com/blog/post/beachcomber-hot-tubs-designs-for-every-need

A hot tub is often shared by people who may have different ideas of what feels comfortable. One person may want a deep-seated lounger after a long day, while someone else prefers...

08/22/2026

🏡 Your next family getaway could be right outside your back door.

Slow breakfasts. Long afternoons. Evening hot tub soaks. No rushing, no packed schedules—just more time together. 💦❤️

Sometimes, all your family needs is a little space to slow down and reconnect.

https://www.beachcomberhottubs.com/blog/post/family-fun-staycations

A family getaway can happen right outside the back door. Sometimes the change everyone needs is simply a break from the usual pace. A quiet Saturday can feel surprisingly different when...

08/21/2026

Japanese bathing culture helped inspire America’s first backyard hot tubs. 🇯🇵💦🇺🇸

After WWII, returning troops introduced the tradition of soaking in onsen and ofuro, leading to homemade wooden hot tubs made from repurposed barrels and vats—bringing relaxation and hydrotherapy closer to home.

https://www.beachcomberhottubs.com/blog/post/american-backyard-soaker-tubs

While Franklin Roosevelt was discovering the power of spring water for treating his illness, American troops in Japan were learning about onsen and ofuro in Japan. When they arrived back to the US in the 1940’s, they brought with them the Japanese bathing culture. This resulted in...

08/20/2026

☀️ 15 minutes a week = summer-ready hot tub!

Warmer weather and more use can mean extra debris, waterline buildup, and lower water levels. Catch the small changes early with a quick weekly check—and keep your Beachcomber ready for those “open the cover and jump in” evenings. 💦

https://www.beachcomberhottubs.com/blog/post/quick-summer-maintenance-checklist-15-minutes-a-week

By midsummer, hot tub care is usually less about major maintenance and more about keeping up with the small changes that come with...

08/20/2026

Hydrotherapy gained recognition as a tool for wellness and recovery. 💦

Franklin D. Roosevelt famously turned to warm spring waters in Georgia to help manage the effects of polio, highlighting the long-standing connection between water therapy and healing.

https://www.beachcomberhottubs.com/blog/post/saratoga-springs

After Wilhelm Winternitz legitimized hydrotherapy, more people began to use it as a treatment for their ailments. One such instance of this was Franklin D. Roosevelt and his use of warm spring waters to help ease his symptoms of polio. After hearing stories of a young boy who...

08/19/2026

Wilhelm Winternitz helped transform hydrotherapy into a recognized medical treatment. 💦

Building on years of research, his work at the University of Vienna advanced the study of water therapy and its role in healthcare.

https://www.beachcomberhottubs.com/blog/post/wilhelm-winternitz

Despite the vast amount of research before him and the development of needle bath showers and other bathing facilities, it was Wilhelm Winternitz who solidified hydrotherapy as a treatment in the medical world. Having established an interest in the research during his time in the Austrian...

08/18/2026

Bathing technology evolved with the introduction of needle bath showers. 💦

Unlike simple water pouring methods of the past, these early shower systems allowed users to control water flow and temperature—bringing a new level of comfort and convenience to bathing.

https://www.beachcomberhottubs.com/blog/post/needle-bath-shower

There were many developments in the way people bathed and washed after the beginning of balneotherapy. One such change was the introduction of ribcage or needle bath showers. Unlike previous showers and baths in the home, these contraptions consisted of many taps...

08/17/2026

Balneotherapy is the practice of using mineral-rich thermal waters for wellness and relaxation. 💦

Rooted in ancient bathing traditions, it gained renewed attention in the 16th century as researchers explored the therapeutic benefits of hot water.

https://www.beachcomberhottubs.com/blog/post/the-beginning-of-balneotherapy

Balneotherapy involved the use of baths that contain thermal mineral water. This mineral water comes from natural springs and should have a temperature of at least 20°C and with a mineral content of at least 1g/L (ScienceDirect). We know that people used thermal springs to bathe in...