Newly constructed in 2006, this free-standing, self-contained studio at our B&B offers solitude and privacy for your massage, aromatherpy, and reiki treatments. We suggest you speak with Barbara in advance if you would like a massage, aromatherapy treamtent or Reiki treatment during your stay. She will make an appointment for you with the local therapists best-suited to meet your needs.

Do a search on the Internet for the "BENEFITS of MASSAGE". You may be surprised by the results (some of which are listed here):
 

• Increases circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs.
• Stimulates the flow of lymph, the body's natural defense system, against toxic invaders. For example, in breast cancer patients, massage has been shown to increase the cells that fight cancer.
• Increased circulation of blood and lymph systems improves the condition of the body's largest organ - the skin.
• Relaxes and softens injured and overused muscles.
• Reduces spasms and cramping - Increases joint flexibility.
• Reduces recovery time, helps prepare for strenuous workouts and eliminates subsequent pains of the athlete at any level.
• Releases endorphins - the body's natural painkiller - and is being used in chronic illness, injury and recovery from surgery to control and relieve pain.
• Reduces post-surgery adhesions and edema and can be used to reduce and realign scar tissue after healing has occurred.
• Improves range-of-motion and decreases discomfort for patients with low back pain.
• Relieves pain for migraine sufferers and decreases the need for medication.
• Provides exercise and stretching for atrophied muscles and reduces shortening of the muscles for those with restricted range of motion.
• Assists with shorter labor for expectant mothers, as well as less need for medication, less depression and anxiety, and shorter hospital stays.