LEISURE CRAFT CT MINIPOD SAUNA
The compact raindrop-profile sauna from the Canadian Timber Collection.
The CT MiniPOD combines a space-efficient curved shell with two-tier seating for 3–4 people. Its 264 ft³ interior can be configured for electric or approved wood-burning heat.
Eastern White Cedar staves, a bronze tempered-glass door, and a layered weather roof make it suitable for permanent outdoor installation on a properly prepared level base.
A compact POD profile with full-height upper seating.
Curved for efficient heat circulation and practical backyard placement.
- Eastern White Cedar stave construction
- Two-tier benches for approximately 3–4 bathers
- Cedar roof layers with ice-and-water membrane and asphalt shingles
- Electric and wood-burning heater configurations
Technical Specifications
Every measurement, every material, every rating — in full detail.
Which heater fits your sauna — Harvia or HUUM?
HUUM DROP Series 9 kW
Premium Smart Choice- Best for: Larger residential saunas or models with increased glass area and higher heat demand
- Output: 9 kW — delivers fast, efficient heating for medium to large insulated sauna rooms
- Control: UKU Wi-Fi controller with black case included
- Style: Award-winning drop-shaped design with a generous exposed stone capacity
- Why it works: The DROP Series holds more sauna stones than traditional wall-mounted heaters, producing softer, longer-lasting löyly (steam). With the included UKU Wi-Fi controller, you can preheat and monitor your sauna remotely using the HUUM mobile app.
HUUM HIVE Mini 9 Series
Maximum Steam Performance- Best for: Sauna enthusiasts seeking exceptional steam quality and premium Scandinavian design
- Output: 9 kW — ideal for larger home sauna installations
- Control: UKU Wi-Fi controller with black case included
- Style: Freestanding cylindrical heater with an extra-large stone capacity
- Why it works: The HIVE Mini stores a large volume of stones, creating gentle, even heat and abundant, long-lasting löyly. Its elegant open-frame construction makes it both a high-performance heater and a striking centerpiece.
Harvia KIP80W 8 kW
Reliable Traditional Choice- Best for: Homeowners wanting dependable Finnish performance with simple operation
- Output: 8 kW — balanced heating for medium-sized residential sauna rooms
- Control: Built-in controls (240V / Single Phase)
- Style: Classic wall-mounted stainless steel electric heater
- Why it works: The Harvia KIP80W delivers consistent, efficient heat with durable stainless steel construction and intuitive built-in controls. It's an excellent choice for users who prefer traditional sauna operation without app-based features.
Plan for the MiniPOD footprint and door approach.
Use the official product drawing to confirm every clearance before constructing the base or routing power.
Pre-cut components. Step-by-step assembly.
The CT MiniPOD arrives as a pre-cut, pre-labeled DIY sauna kit. Most of the build is simple two-person assembly; the only licensed professional step is the 240V heater connection.
Build time varies by model, options, site preparation, and installer experience.
What’s in the Kit
Every major component ships ready to assemble, with fasteners, hardware, and the full installation manual included.
- Eastern White Cedar staves, wall sections, and floor components
- Cedar, Membrane & Asphalt-Shingle Roof panels
- bronze tempered-glass sauna door
- Two-level Eastern White Cedar benches with skirts and backrests
- cedar floor and duckboard components
- Pre-cut front and rear wall components
- purpose-built inlet and outlet ventilation
- All fasteners, hardware, and installation manual
Assembly Steps
Choose & Prepare the Location
Select a flat outdoor area with adequate clearance on all sides. The sauna must sit on a level, stable base such as a concrete slab, deck, or compacted gravel. Plan for proper drainage depending on placement.
Unbox & Inspect
Lay all panels out on a flat surface and verify components against the included parts list before starting assembly.
Assemble Base, Walls & Roof
Build the floor frame on a level surface and install bitumen strips under the legs to prevent ground moisture contact. Assemble the labeled wall boards, then install the roof underlayment and shingles.
Install Door, Benches & Vents
Mount the tempered glass door, attach the Eastern White Cedar benches and backrests, and complete the interior with ventilation covers and flooring.
Licensed Electrician Connects Heater
The sauna requires a dedicated 240V circuit connected to a GFCI breaker. Breaker size depends on your heater. A licensed electrician should complete this step according to the manufacturer's wiring diagram.
Run the First Heat Cycle
Keep the door open during the first heat. A mild break-in smell from the heater and wood materials clears after one session.
Yes, it needs 240V —
Yes, we handle it.
A dedicated circuit sized for the selected electric heater. Sized to your heater (sized to the selected heater). A licensed electrician can install it in one to two hours. Through our Peak Protection Concierge, we find and schedule a local licensed electrician for you at no charge. You pay them directly. We handle the coordination.
From our warehouse to your driveway.
The moment you order, your concierge rep is assigned and your shipment starts moving. We monitor every stage so you don't have to.Fully insured, with a scheduled delivery appointment so nothing arrives when you're not home.
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Most $8,000 purchases come with a phone tree. Ours comes with a person. When something goes sideways — a lost shipment, a freight delay, a damaged panel, a question at 9 PM on a Wednesday — you text us. We text back. Same day, often the same hour. We call the manufacturer. We chase the freight company. We solve the problem while you go on with your life. That's what we mean by boutique concierge service. It's the difference between buying a sauna and being supported through one.
Lost in Transit
If your shipment goes missing, we're on the phone with the freight carrier before you even know there's a problem. You don't chase anyone. We do.
Shipping Delays
You hear about delays from us, before you wonder. We monitor every shipment, every day, until it's in your driveway.
Manufacturer Defect
If a panel arrives damaged or a heater malfunctions, we escalate directly to LeisureCraft or the selected heater manufacturer on your behalf. You don't make a single warranty call. We handle the back-and-forth.
A Question at 9 PM
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We're not the cheapest box on the internet. We're the team that picks up the phone after the box is in your driveway. That's what we stand behind — every order, every customer, every day.
Call (605) 702-4868Yes, it's outdoor rated. Year-round, every climate.
Yes. The CT MiniPOD is engineered for permanent outdoor installation in any climate. Rain, snow, sun, the freeze-thaw cycle that destroys lesser saunas, no annual sealing required, no special coatings, no fragile components. And the same construction choices that make it survive outside also make it feel like a real Finnish sauna inside, not a hot box dressed up in wood.
Thermally treated wood resists moisture absorption, warping, rot, and fungus naturally. No chemicals required. Heat treatment drives out the resin and locks in dimensional stability.
Cedar, Membrane & Asphalt-Shingle Roof protects against rain, UV exposure, and snow load. The same roofing system used on cold-climate cabins.
Elevated foundation with bitumen separation strips prevents ground moisture from ever reaching the structural wood.
Adjustable steel tension bands maintain structural integrity through changing humidity and temperature, season after season.
Built-in gravity ventilation moves air without fans or powered components. Nothing to break, nothing to maintain. It's the configuration leading heater manufacturers actually recommend.
Smooth two-level Eastern White Cedar benches with low thermal mass, so they warm fast but never burn skin at 180°F. A heater-ready stone basket sized for proper löyly, the steam burst that defines authentic Finnish sauna. Optional LED backrest and under-bench lighting. This is the experience the cheap infrared boxes can't deliver.
Why Eastern White Cedar outside. Eastern White Cedar inside.
Two woods, each chosen for the job it does best. Eastern White Cedar handles the structural outdoor work, where dimensional stability and rot resistance matter. Eastern White Cedar handles the bench surfaces, where comfort against bare skin at 180°F matters more than anything else.
Eastern White Cedar — Solid Cedar Walls
The exterior walls, roof structure, and base frame are built from Eastern White Cedar. Heat treatment at high temperatures drives out moisture and resins, making the wood dimensionally stable and resistant to rot, fungus, and insect damage. No chemicals.
Eastern White Cedar — Interior Benches
The two-level benches are crafted from smooth Eastern White Cedar. Eastern White Cedar has low thermal mass, meaning it heats up quickly without becoming uncomfortably hot to the touch. That's a key reason it's one of the most used bench woods in sauna construction.
Cedar Accents
The exterior trim and door details complement the light cedar, giving the sauna its natural Canadian Timber appearance. Treated with an exterior cedar-compatible finish for long-term exterior protection.
Maintenance Guidance
Interior surfaces should be treated with sauna-grade oil or lacquer (Tikkurila Supi Laudesuoja for benches, Teknos Helo Aqua 40 for doors and thresholds) before first use, then once or twice annually to extend service life.
Open the crate. Everything's labeled.
Pre-cut. Pre-labeled. Pre-staged for assembly. Heater and accessories depend on the variant you select at checkout.
Eastern White Cedar Wall Kit
Eastern White Cedar staves, wall sections, floor, and roof components. All pre-cut for assembly.
Heater (Selected Package)
Selected electric or wood-burning heater included with heater bundle packages — with the controls and stones specified by the selected package
Eastern White Cedar Bench System
Two-level Eastern White Cedar benches, bench skirts, backrests, and square wood supports — all pre-cut to size
All Hardware & Fasteners
Model-specific fasteners, roof materials, connectors, and assembly hardware
8mm Tempered Glass Door
Black tempered glass exterior door with premium handle, full-circle arches, and cedar moldings
Instruction Manual
Detailed construction guide with numbered drawings, dimension tables, and material lists for every assembly step
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before ordering your sauna.
Manuals & Resources
Everything you need for assembly, electrical, and ongoing maintenance — in one place.
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