Temple, Maine · 11.5 Private Acres
A private woodland sanctuary with wood-fired sauna, hot tub, and stream access — built for those who need to truly get away.
The Experience
Completed in 2023, Runes Temple is a newly built modern log-style home set on 11.5 wild acres in Temple, Maine — a place where the loudest sound is the Conant Stream running through your property.
Three bedrooms, a loft, and a walkout basement accommodate small groups seeking a genuine wellness reset. Radiant-heated floors, a standby generator, Starlink internet, and a fully furnished interior mean you bring nothing but yourself.
The signature amenities — a wood-fired sauna and outdoor hot tub — anchor a daily ritual of heat, cold, and silence that guests return for again and again.
Amenities
A traditional Finnish-style sauna heated with wood fire — the authentic way. Heat to your desired temperature, pour the ladle, breathe deep. No timers. No crowds. Just you and the heat.
A wood-fired hot tub in the forest clearing. Soak under a canopy of Maine stars with steam rising into the cool night air — a deeply restorative end to any day in the woods.
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Location
Temple sits in the foothills of western Maine, surrounded by state forests, mountain ridgelines, and some of the darkest skies on the East Coast. It's remote enough to feel like escape, close enough to not feel stranded.
The property sits at the edge of thousands of acres of backcountry. The Presidential Lookout Trail departs directly from the land, climbing through birch and spruce to open ridge views of the surrounding summits. The Edes Brook ATV Trail runs along the brook corridor — a favorite for four-wheelers and snowmobilers in every season.
A beloved local ski hill just 4 miles away with 16 alpine trails, night skiing on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and 16 km of groomed nordic trails winding through fields and forest — perfect for all abilities.
The region’s hub — home to the University of Maine at Farmington, with farm-to-table dining, craft beers at Tuck’s Ale House, Gifford’s ice cream, grocery stores, and medical services all within 10 miles.
One of Maine’s most pristine lake regions — world-class fly fishing, boating, and Saddleback Mountain skiing, plus 869 acres of state park trails. A true four-season destination worth the drive.
New England’s second-highest peak and one of its premier ski resorts, with 161 trails, the only above-tree-line skiing in the East, and a lively mountain village at the base.
A chain of seven lakes famous for landlocked salmon, kayaking, and lakeside dining. Boat directly to the Village Inn & Tavern, browse the Sunday farmers market, or paddleboard on Great Pond.
Over 8,000 acres of wilderness with 23 miles of hiking trails, a sandy swimming beach on Webb Lake, and some of the best foliage views in western Maine.
Coming Soon
Runes Temple is putting the finishing touches on its wellness amenities. Join our list and you'll get first access to booking dates, early-bird rates, and a behind-the-scenes look at the retreat before it opens.
