My visit to Ste. Anne’s Spa with my mom

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Visiting Ste. Anne’s Spa has been on my bucket list for several years now. When I received the opportunity to go, I immediately knew that I had to take my mom along with me. My mom has not only been instrumental in helping me grow up to be an independent and successful woman, but she’s also provided constant support when I become a mom. I’ve come to rely on her help and advice on several occasions. No matter what, I know she’s only a phone call away and she’ll come to my aid any time, any day! I was searching for a way to “say” thanks to her for a while now. I knew that a trip together to Ste. Anne’s Spa, where we can both bond and relax, would be the perfect way to do just that.

ste anne's spa me and my mom

We left early for the hour and a half drive from Toronto. If you’re only going for the day, I recommend that you do the same. There is so much to do (in a relaxing way of course), that before we knew it the day was over and we had to head back home. Somehow we didn’t even do a few of the things that we wanted to experience. But let me backtrack to the beginning of the day…
We started our day with a quick 10 minute tour of the facility since it was our first time there then we headed to our first experience – a yoga class! The instructor was so friendly and she ensured that she modified the movements based on people’s experience and level of expertise. It was such a great way to start off the day, getting us into a relaxing mode but feeling energized.

Ste Anne's spa yoga 2

ste anne's spa yoga 1

From here we headed to lunch. The three-course meal is a must if you’re here for the day. While there are so many delicious tea options to choose from, I highly recommend the hot apple cider. I’m craving it just writing about it. The menu had something for everyone including some great options for vegans. My mom selected a cream of tomato soup and a cold pasta dish for her main and I opted for a salad and a noodle dish. After enjoying our sweet dessert, we were ready to rest.

Ste Anne's Spa Lunch

Ste Anne's Spa food

That’s right – rest! We were exhausted from doing nothing. Or is that just called being relaxed? I think we both haven’t felt this way in a while, and what better place than here to relax. We headed straight to the quiet room where we got to enjoy the massage chairs while getting some shut-eye.

ste anne's spa massage chairs

Before we knew it, it was time for our spa service appointment. My mom got to enjoy a European-style massage while I opted for something new and unique (to me). I tried the 90 minute Milk and Sesame Stone Wrap spa service.

ste anne's spa massage

I’ve always been a big fan of a hot stone massage and I liked that this one also included an exfoliation and hydration of my skin while receiving a face, scalp and foot massage. Like all good things, I wish this treatment didn’t have to end. I do want to note that a hot stone massage doesn’t get as deep into your tissues and muscles as a masseuse’s hand. Also, the hot stone can get really hot so if you have any heat sensitivity, you’re better off sticking to one of the many other massage services they offer. Since my service was longer than my mom’s, she enjoyed a free facial offered at the boutique.

ste anne's spa facial

Shortly after our amazing spa therapy experience, we went to fuel up with some afternoon tea. This felt really luxurious and special as we were dressed in our robes enjoying a variety of baked goods, bite-size sandwiches, fruits, cheese, crackers and sweets. We left nothing behind. While you can enjoy a nice warm pot of your favourite tea, I would recommend that you ask to sample a few different ones. There’s so many great tea options and my mom and I enjoyed finding a favourite, which we later purchased too (I picked Luscious Cranberry, and my mom choose Chocolate Spice).

ste anne's spa afternoon tea

Ste. Anne's Spa yum

While we had plans to try out the different pools and steam rooms and go for a nice hike, we actually ran out of time to do any of that. It’s okay though because it will give us something else to look forward to for our next visit. That’s right, we were already planning our return before we left. That’s how amazing it was, we knew we would be back before too long and perhaps bring my sister-in-laws with us. Besides, I would love to come back and stay for an overnight and enjoy some of the summer amenities like lounging by the pool.

ste anne's spa me in robe

GIVEAWAY

Do you have someone in your life that you would like to say Thanks to? What better way than to take them to Canada’s favourite spa for some pampering and relaxation. I’ve teamed up with my friends at Ste. Anne’s Spa to give one lucky reader an awesome prize for a full day spa for two at Ste. Anne’s Spa valued at approximately $550. The prize includes

  • $120 in spa and wellness each
  • 3 course lunch each
  • afternoon tea each
  • full use of the facilities including hot tubs, steam rooms, sauna’s & more

Enter the giveaway via Rafflecopter (please give it a few seconds to load).  Contest is open to all residents of Ontario. Contest ends Thursday April 6, 2017.

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Disclosure: I received a full day spa experience for my mom and I in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. 

 

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What Others Are Saying:

  1. gail vlahopoulos says

    I went when I was pregnant and it was relaxing but I didn’t get to use the hot tub and took a modified class.

  2. Erinn Lishman says

    I have never had a hot stone massage so I think that would be the one treatment I would indulge in if I were to win! It looks so relaxing!

  3. Julie Frend says

    Oh wow, that looks amazing! What a cool day to spend some time with your mom 🙂

  4. Elizabeth Vlug says

    I love Ste Anne’s Spa. It’s a day of being spoiled. And oh so relaxing. I would love to have a hot stone massage.

  6. Tara Betterley says

    I am dying to go to Ste. Anne’s Spa – I could use a day of spoiling. I would love to have a nice facial but, really would love the Coconut Breeze Heat and Hydrotherapy

  8. aboyandhismom1 says

    I would love to get a nice deep tissue massage. My body is needing one these days. Looks like such a beautiful place. I would take my Mom too if I won.

  9. loucheryl says

    I would love to experience the Couples Treatment. My husband and I haven’t been away since we’ve had our boys 8 years ago. We really need this.

  10. Kristina says

    SteAnne’s is incredible! My husband and I spent 2 days here for our anniversary and it was pure bliss.
    I’ve also gone with my team for a corporate retreat and it was a terrific way to unwind and get to know each other, and also reward them for a great year.
    I’d love to go with a friend in the summer and enjoy the pools and discover more treatments.

  11. andreaiseman says

    I would love to get a couples massage. My husband is so overworked that I know he would enjoy it!

  12. bailey says

    Ahh…spa….anything to relax for a few hours away from the kids and craziness at home 🙂 Would love to unwind with a massage and facial. My mom would enjoy every minute too and it would be nice to have mom and daughter time!

  13. Sleepy Owl Co. says

    I have been wanting to try this spa and have wanted to do so with my mom as well. She has looked after my kids (free childcare yay) and has done sooo much for us that she deserves this break. We would definitely want to go on a hike, try a yoga class, massages a MUST and those comfy massage chairs look divine 😉

  16. anaccidentalvegetarian says

    Believe it or not, I’d take my husband. He is self-employed, working 12 hour days, 6.5 days a week. The man is a machine and could use a little R&R. We’d probably do facials with the winnings, and add on massages and another service or two before lounging in the waters…

  18. Deena says

    I would love to take my mom with me as a way for us both to relax and get some quality time together. I would love to get a 90 minute massage!

  19. Ayelet says

    I would love to try a facial mask and hot stone massage (and the delicious looking scones)!

  21. Jenny Cassidy says

    Would love to thank my husband. He truly is a full partner is our relationship, and parenting journey.

  26. Kira K says

    Wow this looks amazing! I would do the treatment you had (Milk and Sesame Stone Wrap spa service) since it sounded so lovely!

  27. Sonya says

    I would totally take my Mom too! She never treats herself and totally deserves it. She’s an incredible support to us. Love that you got to enjoy this special experience with your Mom xo

  28. Sarah Priest says

    What a great post…. reminds me of my visit there with my cousin and now I REEEEEALLY want to go back!! Keep up the excellent writing!

  29. Anisa says

    I’ve been lucky enough to have a beautiful day at Ste.Anne’s but this time I would like to take my husband with me. He works hard and deserves the pampering.

  31. Jennifer says

    I would want to try the european style massage. Seems like you had an amazing experience though with your mom!

  36. SweetPanda says

    I would love to try out their facial and the milk and sesame stone wrap (I have never heard of that). It would be great that if I won since I have never been to there and it’s our 10th wedding anniversary this year! It would be nice that if I won and go with my hubby

  40. jessica s says

    I would so love to try a hot stone massage! They sound lovely! Thanks for the review

  42. Devora Lezell says

    So nice that you got to go with your mom!! A day at a spa sounds just right!!! Would love to go!! What am amazing giveaway!!

  43. Patricia Szendrey says

    I would love to go and take my bestie. We have birthdays two days apart (march 26 & 28) and could both use a day away 😀

  44. Jennifer Bradley says

    I would love to enjoy this day of relaxation with my husband. We will be celebration our 30th anniversary this year. A couple massage if possible would be amazing.

  50. Kelley Scott says

    What a great give away! I would bring my Mom also who works like a dog and needs some much needed time away from reality! I would get some sort of wrap and then laze around in my robe all day with a good book and a tea 🙂

  52. Nancy T says

    I have never been to St. Anne’s and keep trying to convince my hubby we should go for some downtime. I would definitely choose a couples treatment.

  55. Jenna D says

    I’d be all about a yoga class and massage but I obviously most excited about lunch and afternoon tea, ha ha! Your pictures have me drooling!

  59. Minx F says

    This would be a perfect thing for me right now, I could do with some good me time and also it would be lovely to take someone along for a treat.

  61. whatsupliz says

    I would like to try either the INTEGRATED LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE treatment or DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE…it all sounds so divine!!!

  65. Lisa says

    I’ve never been but would love to take a trip with my mom to thank her for all she does for me!

  66. littlemonkeydesignsca says

    I would love a day to relax with my husband. A couples massage would be awesome!!

  71. Holly MacRitchie says

    Aw, this looks like fun! If I won, I would take my mom also! After looking at your experience, I definitely love the sounds of your dinner! Love that they have vegan dishes! I would choose to have the Coconut Breeze. First because I love coconut and second because I want the lime/coconut butter massage!

  72. Chris Y says

    St. Anne’s spa – have been meaning to go there forever! Afternoon tea sounds lovely oh but maybe the stone massage. Or time to spend with my sister.

  74. Paula says

    This would be a dream. It’s been a tough year and a half, after losing my mom to cancer. She would of definitely be the one to take. I’m so blessed with an amazing mother in law that is truly like my mom and has been there and done so much for me through tbe years and helping me with our 3 daughters. Would love the opportunity thank her. Paula

  76. Alayne Langford says

    I would love to try the hot stone massage that you received! I think it would help relieve my Fibromyalgia pain. I would love to go to Ste. Anne’s! 🙂

  80. Christine LeLacheur says

    My friends surprised me with a trip to Ste. Anne’s for my bachelorette. I couldn’t have thought of anything more perfect! I would love to take one of those friends back to spoil her for the day. She’s had a rough ride recently on her path to grow her family and she could benefit from a day of relaxation and re-centering.

  83. Tamara says

    I could just use an escape from the craziness of being a mom of four very busy boys, just for the day!

  85. Jenny K says

    I love this! Sharing a day like this with your mom is just perfect. I would do the same and take my mom, likely get some massages and yes to yoga! It all sounds wonderful

  93. Lexy says

    I love the St. Anne Spa! My best friend told me she was pregnant when we were there once so it has a special place in my heart.

  99. Nicole says

    I feel like I haven’t really Tsken care of myself since the birth of my child . This is an awesome giveaway ! Hope I get to win and relax for a bit 🙂

  100. monica hall says

    I would want to try a mineral mask with my be stir before the baby arrives in August…

  101. Kristen says

    I would love to get in the hot tub! After being pregnant and having to stay away from them, it would be a lovely treat!

  102. Heather says

    I have been dying to go to this spa for years! Everything seems so peaceful and relaxing. If I ever do get the chance to go, I’d love a massage, facial and pedicure.
    I’d definitely take my hubby who is deserving of a break. He works tirelessly all day, then comes home and feeds the kids and takes them to their sports each night (all across the city) while I work a demanding job day and night. There never seems to be time for just the two of us.

  103. Cheryl says

    I would love to do the couples Swedish massage. I would love this as a nice romantic night away with my husband

  107. laura M says

    I’d love to try the mineral masks because I have oily skin & find that masks sometimes help!

  114. lisa penney says

    I’ve always wanted to visit this spa! 2ould be a perfect mothers day gift for my awesome mama! ☺

  127. Caylen says

    My boyfriend and I do landscaping which is tough on the body. Would love to spoil him!!

  128. Danielle Vann says

    I would love to take my husband here for some major relaxing and refreshing. I think any of the treatments would be amazing to try! A day to leave the busyness to the side and focus on relaxing and enjoying each other’s company while being pampered sounds great.

  133. Shannon Bridge says

    I’ve been trying to think of an unique way to ask my best friend to be my MOH next Summer, Ste. Anne’s would be the perfect place to bring her to ask! I would go with the Firming Mud Facial!

  134. Cheryl says

    I have 26 entries and it says you can do the twitter entry daily. Whenever I log in to do the twitter entry it takes my entries back down to 25 and the back up to 26 after I repost. Will I be getting more than 26 entries in the contest? I’m not sure how this works exactly but as curious 🙂

  139. Filomena says

    I would love to go there as I heard all good things…and busy mom like everyone else! Glad you got to experience with your mom. Treasure her!

  140. Filomena says

    Maya, first post of you I read via allstate.ca blog. Thanks! Tried to go to rafflecopter.com to enter contest though and seems like I have blogger permission. Don’t know where to enter your contest. Help? 🙂

  143. Carolyn says

    I was at St Anne’s Spa 15 years ago – due to be pampered again! I would love another reflexology massage – but as i have to comment on your experience, I would love a hot stone massage – have not had one of those is about as long!

  145. Chelsea Good says

    Being a new mom of a 5 month old girl, I could REALLY REALLY REALLY use a deep (read: painful!) tissue massage to get out all the knots that motherhood causes!

  147. Jo-Ellen Beveridge says

    I would love to try the Eucalyptus Body Wrap. Although the Hot Stone Massage does sound good. This would be an awesome day for my daughter and I to spend together!