Poolside Rooms

The costs of a pool room can vary hugely depending on the quality of the materials used to the different interior kit out. It can start from around £20,000 ranging from a fully fitted pool room equipped with shower, changing room and integrated living area could cost up to £90,000. At the clients request additional canopies and external kitchens can be arranged and supplied by Bakers as part of our end to end service which could add a further cost. We have a range of fantastic projects ranging from £35,000 - £150,000 these include,

• Pool House and Bathroom, 
• Pool house with Sauna, 
• Basic Shelter and Pergola Pool House, 
• Living Space & Guest Pool House, 
• Multi-Use Garden Rooms, 
• Pool House Combo 
• and Swimming pools within the home. The possibilities are endless.

As these buildings are an ancillary use to the property principally you do not need planning permission for our poolside rooms. However, depending on the height required and the proximity to the property boundaries there is always the potential requirement for planning. Here at Bakers our years of experience within this field ensures you will have all the correct guidance and advice from the start of the project for total peace of mind ensuring your chosen building is an asset to your property.

A swim-up room is a luxury ground-floor hotel suite designed with direct, private access from your terrace straight into a shared or private pool—perfect for seamless poolside living and guest relaxation.

Building a poolside room with Bakers typically requires no longer than 4 weeks on site, covering groundwork, electrics, plumbing, internet, and finishing for a seamless spring delivery if planning starts at the end of summer.

Planning and Timing

• Starting planning in August/September ensures meticulous off-season preparation and smooth approvals for all poolside equipment, helping achieve an efficient project start ( we always recommend this ).

Complete Construction Service

• Bakers offers a full package: base work, all utilities, and detailed finishing—minimising disruption and guaranteeing high-quality results within a short build window.

Due to the temperature difference required between a swimming pool and a hot-tub there needs to be a separate heating section, typically with custom pools this is achievable however a standalone hot-tub is normally the best solution.

Both hot tubs and saunas offer excellent health benefits. Hot tubs provide stronger social interaction and are ideal for muscle relaxation, joint pain relief, cardiovascular support, and stress reduction—especially outside or under a canopy for poolside use. Saunas excel in detoxification, skin cleansing, enhancing immune function, and traditional wellness but are usually less social due to shorter sessions.

When to Choose a Hot Tub

• Perfect for socialising, relaxation, and hydrotherapy.
• Hot tubs offer the perfect way to relax outdoors, enjoy stunning day and night views under the sky and connect with nature.

When to Choose a Sauna

• Best for detox, immune boosts, and skin health.
• Compact saunas offer a private and authentic wellness ritual, ideal for those seeking traditional benefits.
• Infrared sauna deliver deep pain relief, improved circulation, stress reduction, and better sleep with advanced heat penetration. Suited for pool house environments and year-round use.

Recommendation

Hot tubs are preferred for combining significant health and wellness advantages with a fun, social atmosphere—while small saunas add a classic touch for deeper individual relaxation and holistic wellbeing.

For a space to feel like a spa, whether at a resort or in your own backyard, a swimming pool is usually just one part of the experience for group fun with cool water. A true spa room is smaller and also includes additional features like a gym, sauna, hot tub, steam room, or tanning equipment. It's also expected to have a dedicated shower and changing area.