Need to relax? Slow down? Exercise and eat right? Make good on your New Year’s resolutions this year at The Lodge at Woodloch, a new destination spa in the lake region of the Pocono Mountains in Hawley, Pa. The nature-inspired setting will transform your body, mind and spirit with its philosophy of “Awakening,” which is incorporated into a complete spa program of fitness, adventure, wellness, beauty services and recreational activities.

The Lodge at Woodloch opened in 2006 and is located on a beautiful 75-acre site of unspoiled woodlands, which includes gardens and a 15-acre private lake. This luxurious facility brings the beauty of the outdoors in and, along with the many amenities, enables you to have a personal awakening centered around spa treatments, mind/body programs and nutritional dining that create a lifestyle change you will take with you when returning home.

The moment you enter through the front doors, you are aware of a peaceful feeling as tranquility envelops you. The Chakra Crystal Singing Bowls in the entrance way invite guests to play them. Each bowl represents a different chakra in the body, and when played, it is said the vibrations and sound help to align the chakras in the body. There are seven chakras in the body according to Eastern Philosophy; the bowls displayed represent just three of those – Heart, Third Eye and Root.

The 58 meticulously planned guest rooms and suites, 40,000-square-foot spa and dining areas embody the philosophy of bringing the outdoors in. Interior design, decor and colors are drawn from the warm essence of nature. Every guest room features a private veranda facing the woodland, lake or rock garden waterfall. Huge floor to ceiling glass windows are everywhere, giving you the feeling that you can be one with nature. Even workout and mind/body classrooms are exposed to an outside wall of windows.

Spa services and activities

You will enjoy a personalized spa vacation experience that allows you the opportunity to truly relax, renew and rediscover your essential self. Every imaginable face and body treatment is designed to raise the bar to unexpected levels of relaxation and well-being. From massages to wraps, to facials of every kind, you will become putty under the artful hands of professionals. Continue to soothe the soul and detox in the saunas, steam rooms or indoor/outdoor whirlpools. Take a dip in the indoor pool or engage in an aquatic fitness class. Indulge in the heated four- and eight-foot hydromassage waterfalls to melt away the stress.

A wide array of fitness classes are offered, including yoga, meditation, T’ai Chi, Pilates, kickboxing and much more. There are also therapeutic classes including photography, watercolor painting and art classes. Whatever your preference, the spa concierge can help you explore and plan your selections prior to your arrival.

If the outdoors calls to you, you are in the perfect place to hike, bike or snowshoe on designated trails. Boating and kayaking are also options in warmer months. If golf is your game, you can arrange it, in season, at the adjacent private Woodloch Springs Country Club.

Inspired, awakening cuisine

The Tree restaurant and bar serves wholesome organic food that is not only a piece of art to behold but also satisfying to the palette. Mouth-watering and creative specialty dishes use organic meats and fish and locally grown vegetables. The Chef’s Kitchen offers cooking classes and demonstrations so that you can learn new skills in preparing healthful but flavorful meals. The lodge has a well-stocked wine cellar, which hosts wine-tasting events and offers a broad selection of wines to complement your meal. If you have special dietary requirements, be sure to advise the staff in advance.

Spa packages include three meals daily, snacks and treats at the juice bars and lounges.  Day of arrival includes dinner and day of departure, lunch. You can arrange to purchase meals for early arrival or late departure.

For information, visit www.thelodgeatwoodloch.com or call 570-685-8500.