03/27/2026
I want you to experience this place without the noise. I’m tired of short form, of making things catchy because our brains move on too quickly. I want you to get lost in the story and hear the details. I want you to slow down and not think about what’s next. I want this space to inspire a little creativity.
Koti is a community sauna and plunge space in a cozy Milwaukie neighborhood (in a backyard!) We’ve lived here for 8 years, and we opened Koti in June of 2025. We are nearing one year of being open, and it still feels wild that this little dream came true.
Our Finnish sauna is the gathering spot, the heartbeat of the space, with three levels of benches, birch scented steam, and views overlooking our small garden. Eventually you can pick some blueberries when they grow in. We have two cold plunges (40 + 50 degrees), two outdoor hot/cold showers, two fire pit areas (one covered, one not). Inside is a lounge with tea, coffee, water, showers stocked with shampoo/conditioner/body wash, and lockers.
We are a social space, meaning the sauna is not quiet (unless we have designated hours). We ask everyone to be thoughtful of neighbors and other sauna-goers. Some people show up to connect with others, some to connect with themselves.
Community sessions are $40 for two hours. You don’t have to stay the whole time, but we really hope you do. Walk through the grass, look up at the sky, lay on a towel, drink tea around the fire. Get lost in a book. Bring a robe, blanket, whatever makes you comfortable here.
We are open Thursday - Monday for community sessions, and 7 days a week for private rentals. We require reservations because the sauna takes time to heat (45 minutes on a good day). We also require swimsuits as we are an outdoor space with close by neighbors.
If it’s your first time, we’ll give you a tour and make sure you feel comfortable here. Then the rest of the time is yours. We’ll support you when you want it, and step back when you don’t.
Come experience a Koti session when you’re ready.
