Get ready for summer evenings, time together and a holiday you can enjoy at home – with a Buitengewoon wood-fired hot tub.
If you’re considering a wood-fired hot tub for the December holidays, now is a good time to choose your model and plan delivery. Buitengewoon offers Coil and Snorkel hot tubs in South Africa, with treated pine or Rhino Wood cladding to suit your outdoor space.
Our factory closes for a few weeks over the festive season. Ordering ahead gives us time to prepare your tub and arrange delivery before the annual shutdown, subject to availability and your destination.
Perhaps you first enjoyed a Buitengewoon on a weekend away. You lit the fire, watched the water warm and spent longer in it than you’d planned. Before leaving, you were already discussing where one could go at home.
With the long December break approaching, it could be time to find that spot.
Make your hot tub part of the holiday
There’s something particularly appealing about enjoying a hot tub when you don’t have to set an alarm for the following morning.
Light the fire while supper is being prepared. Spend the evening catching up with friends who have come to stay. Or climb in together after a busy day at the beach, when the house is finally quiet.
Whether you’re spending December at home or heading to your holiday house, your tub becomes another place to enjoy being outside.
Buitengewoon hot tubs have a curved interior for natural back support, a smooth fibreglass finish and a non-slip base. With space for three to five adults, they’re suited to a shared evening or a comfortable soak for two.
And when the holidays end, there are still Friday evenings, quiet Sundays and winter weekends to look forward to.
Can you use a wood-fired hot tub in summer?
Yes. A wood-fired hot tub can be enjoyed throughout the year, including summer. You manage the fire and monitor the water temperature to suit the conditions and your preference.
A December evening doesn’t call for the same water temperature as a cold winter night. As the water approaches your preferred temperature, manage the fire carefully to avoid overheating, following the operating instructions supplied with your tub.
Once the sun drops or the evening breeze picks up, a warm soak can be a lovely way to finish the day.
Coil or Snorkel: which hot tub suits your space?
Both Buitengewoon models use wood-fired heating without electricity. The main difference is the heating system—and that affects where you can position your tub.
| Feature | Coil Hot Tub | Snorkel Hot Tub |
|---|---|---|
| Heating system | External stainless steel coil | Internal stainless steel stove |
| Fire experience | Visible external fire, with an optional Rocket Stove | Contained fire within the stove |
| Bathing space | Heating components sit outside the tub | Stove occupies part of the interior |
| Suitable settings | Gardens, stone patios and suitable non-combustible surfaces | Gardens, patios and suitable wooden decks |
| Wooden decks | Not suitable because of the external fire | Suitable when load capacity and installation requirements are met |
| Cladding options | Treated pine or Rhino Wood | Treated pine or Rhino Wood |
The Coil is a good choice if you enjoy the atmosphere of a visible fire and have an appropriate outdoor position for it.
The Snorkel is worth considering if you’re planning a deck installation or prefer a contained heating system.
Explore the Coil Hot Tub · Explore the Snorkel Hot Tub
If you’re unsure, send us photographs of your space. We can help you identify which model to consider and what needs checking before delivery.
What do you need to prepare before your hot tub arrives?
You’ll need a suitable base, a clear access route and a plan for filling and draining the tub. Read our guide to buying your first hot tub blog.
A firm, level surface
Your base must support the weight of the filled tub and everyone using it. An existing patio may be a convenient position, while a garden installation may need a prepared base.
For a wooden deck, have its load capacity checked before committing to the position. Choosing a deck-suitable heating system is only one part of planning the installation.
A route into position
Check the full route from the delivery vehicle to your chosen spot. Gates, narrow passages, steps and tight corners can all affect how the tub is moved.
Share photographs and measurements with us early so access can be considered before dispatch.
Space for everyday use
Allow the required clearances around the heating system and enough room to load wood, get in and out, and carry out routine cleaning.
Think about privacy, too. A sheltered corner close to the patio might get more use than a spot at the far end of the garden.
Filling and draining
Plan how you’ll fill the tub and where the water will drain. Having these details sorted before arrival makes getting started much easier.
Which accessories are worth considering?
Choose accessories around how you’ll use and care for your tub.
A canvas cover helps keep leaves and debris out between uses. Placing it over the tub after your soak also helps retain warmth overnight, although the temperature the following day will depend on the weather and other conditions.
A drinks tray provides a convenient place for a drink while you’re in the water.
A mixing paddle helps circulate the water during heating so you can check the temperature evenly throughout the tub. It’s particularly handy in winter when reaching into the water means rolling up several layers of clothing.
We can include your preferred accessories in your quotation and explain what comes with your chosen model.
When should you order for December?
Get in touch now if you’d like your hot tub in place for the December holidays. Our factory closes for a few weeks over the festive season, and your order needs to allow for availability, production where required, and transport before the shutdown.
Timing will depend on your model, wood finish and delivery destination. We’ll confirm what can be accommodated when you enquire.
If your tub is going to a holiday house, tell us when someone will be there to receive it. For national courier deliveries, remember that the service is drop-off only: you’ll need to arrange people to move the tub from the unloading point into position.
Checking these details early gives you time to prepare your space and make the necessary arrangements.
Ready to plan your first holiday soak?
You don’t need to have every detail decided before getting in touch. We can help you compare the models, choose accessories and work out delivery to your area.
Send us your town, the model you’re considering and when you’d like your hot tub. We’ll confirm current availability, delivery costs and the next steps.
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