Short answer: yes, we handbuild outdoor saunas in Idaho Falls and send them to Boise and the Treasure Valley, including Meridian, Nampa, Eagle, Caldwell, Kuna, and Star. Pods, barrels, cubes, and the Timberline ship free in the contiguous U.S. The Blazin Teton Sauna and The Blackwood arrive fully built, with shipping quoted. Statewide, see our Idaho guide.
We are a team of six on the other side of the state, and one of the installs we show is a 2 Person Pod at a customer's home in Boise. Below is general guidance on fitting a sauna to the lots you find around the valley.
Matching the sauna to your lot
- Newer subdivision backyard. If your yard in Meridian, Nampa, Kuna, or Star is compact, footprint matters most. The 2 Person Pod, the model in our Boise photo, seats 2, as does the 2 Person Barrel. For four, look at the 4 Person Pod or 4 Person Cube. If your subdivision has an HOA, get its approval in writing before you order.
- Older Boise neighborhood. Mature trees and a smaller lot may decide where a sauna can sit. Shade is good for the cedar, but keep leaves and needles swept off the roof. The Pod Mini seats 1 and can also go indoors without the roof kit.
- Foothills home. On a sloped lot, plan a level, well-drained pad or platform first, and a path you can use in winter. The Timberline seats 6 or 8 with two bench levels.
- Acreage out in the valley. With room to spare, the XL Barrel (6 to 8), 6 Person Cube (6), or a fully built Teton (5x6 to 8x10) or Blackwood, which adds an attached changing room. Power is the big question on a bigger lot, so plan how far the circuit has to run.
More help: Which sauna fits me · Barrel vs pod vs cube · Teton vs Blackwood · Large outdoor saunas · Modern outdoor saunas.
Hot summers, cold winters
The valley has hot, dry summers and cold winters, with some snow and gray, foggy spells. In summer, afternoon shade and air around the walls are kind to the wood, and sessions after sunset are easy to plan: heat-up takes 30 to 60 minutes depending on size. In winter, brush snow off the roof, keep the path to the door open, and make sure meltwater drains away from the base. Care and winter tips: Cedar sauna maintenance · Winter prep · Barrel vs cabin for Idaho winters.
Electric first, wood if your rules fit
For a Treasure Valley backyard, the simplest route is an electric heater, wired by a licensed electrician to a dedicated circuit. Select heaters offer WiFi control. Our pods, cubes, 2 Person Barrel, XL Barrel, and Timberline list 175-230°F for the included heater. A wood-burning heater can go on the Teton or Blackwood and on the 4 Person Barrel, XL Barrel, or Timberline kits (6 Person Cube on request), and we build with both wood and electric on request. Smoke and burning rules vary across the valley, so start with electric, and if you want wood, check your local rules and ask us. Gas and propane heaters are available by request: call, text or message us to set it up. Compare: Electric vs wood-burning · WiFi heaters.
City, county, and HOA
Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and the other valley cities, plus Ada and Canyon counties, each set their own rules for backyard structures. Check your local rules on zoning, setbacks, permits, and the electrical hookup with the office that covers your address, and confirm your HOA's requirements. Our Permits and HOA guide lists what to ask. Base and power planning: Foundation and electrical · Backyard installation in Idaho Falls.
Built in Idaho Falls
Each kit model gets 1 5/8" Sugi cedar walls, put together with stainless steel screws and no glue in the joinery. The Teton and Blackwood are insulated cabins with a Sugi cedar, Thermo Spruce, or Thermo Aspen interior and siding chosen per build. Pods, barrels, cubes, and the Timberline are $1,250 off regular price until we are booked up; the Teton and Blackwood are regular price. Read about the wood: Sugi cedar outdoor saunas. See more builds: Sauna installs.
Shipping and assembly to the valley
Kits take about 4-5 weeks to build, then 5-10 business days in transit, and ship free to Treasure Valley addresses. Most customers assemble it themselves, and a spring or fall weekend avoids the summer heat. Professional assembly for pods, barrels, cubes, and the Timberline is optional at $1,250 from our nationwide assembly team, separate from the sale. The Teton and Blackwood arrive fully built, so there is nothing to assemble; shipping is quoted by location and whether a crane is needed, and lead time is confirmed with your quote. When you call, describe your street, driveway, and the route to the spot. More: Delivery and lead times · Assembly.
Ordering from Boise
We plan each order by phone and don't do site visits. Send photos of the yard, the way in, and your electrical panel, and we will suggest a model. Pay in full, pay monthly through Affirm, or use HSA/FSA funds if you may qualify through TrueMed. The 3-year limited warranty covers home, rental, and commercial use, including saunas bought through an authorized dealer. All sales are final. Each sauna is handmade for your order in East Idaho. Defects are covered by our 3-year warranty. Gyms, studios, and rentals can schedule a call about dealer and wholesale pricing.
Frequently asked questions
Do you ship outdoor saunas to Boise and the Treasure Valley?
Yes. Pods, barrels, cubes, and the Timberline ship free to Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and the rest of the valley under our free shipping in the contiguous U.S. The Teton and Blackwood arrive fully built with quoted shipping. Call (208) 520-6612 or (208) 270-5860.
Which sauna fits a smaller subdivision yard?
The 2 Person Pod and 2 Person Barrel seat 2 in a small footprint, and the Pod Mini seats 1. Compare the dimensions on each product page with your space.
How long does delivery to Boise take?
Kits take about 4-5 weeks to build, then 5-10 business days in transit. For the Teton and Blackwood, lead time is confirmed with your quote.
Do I need a permit for a sauna in Boise or Meridian?
Each city and county sets its own rules. Check your local rules on zoning, setbacks, permits, and electrical work, and confirm HOA requirements in writing.
Will you visit my yard before I order?
No. We plan by phone and don't do site visits. Photos of your site, access, and power help us recommend a model and plan delivery.
Talk with us
Call (208) 520-6612 · (208) 270-5860, or email support@blazinsaunas.com. Statewide: Idaho. Nearby: Oregon · Nevada · Utah. Shop outdoor saunas.