The North Shore Sauna Nova 4 is a wood-fired sauna tent for up to 4 people, designed in Duluth, Minnesota. Its pop-up hub frame sets up in under 10 minutes, and it heats to 200°F in about 30 minutes and holds that heat in harsh weather.
Why the Nova 4
- Wood-fired heat for a traditional high-temperature sauna, with steam from the stones.
- Seats up to 4 adults, with a high ceiling and vertical walls that make it feel roomy.
- Heavy-duty, heat-resistant fabric and a rain cover with a chimney port.
- About 42 lb, packing down to 54" x 10" for a trunk or truck bed.
- Pop-up hub design sets up in under 10 minutes.
Packages
- Tent Only: tent, removable rain cover, chimney port, and instructions.
- Starter: adds a wood stove, thermal sauna stones, rock basket, and heat-resistant gloves.
- Pro: adds a 30" tall western red cedar and aluminum portable sauna bench.
- Premium: adds a 5 liter bucket and ladle and a thermometer and hygrometer.
- Elite (lower 48 states only): adds white-glove delivery and setup, a guided first steam, 4 sauna hats, and 2 essential oil blends.
Specifications
- Capacity: up to 4 people
- Heat-up: about 30 minutes to 200°F
- Setup: under 10 minutes
- Tent weight: about 42 lb
- Packed: 54" long x 10" diameter
- Designed in Duluth, Minnesota
Why buy from Restore Suite
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Related
Compare all four tents: Mini Cube, Nova 4, Nova 6, and Dome. Browse portable saunas, or add sauna stones and a thermometer and hygrometer.
Sauna use is intended for general relaxation and wellness. It is not a treatment for any medical condition or a substitute for medical care. If you are pregnant, have a heart condition, low blood pressure, or another health concern, talk with your doctor before use.
Why this sauna
- Seats up to 4 adults with a high ceiling and vertical walls.
- Pop-up hub frame sets up in under 10 minutes.
- Heats to 200°F in about 30 minutes.
- About 42 lb, packs down to 54" x 10".
How it compares
| Mini Cube | Nova 4 (this) | Nova 6 | Dome | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 1 to 2 | Up to 4 | 4 to 6 | 8 or more |
| Size | 5' x 5' x 5'6" H | Not listed | 7'6" x 9' | 9'6" across, 6'6" H |
| Tent weight | About 30 lb | About 42 lb | About 48 lb | About 60 lb |
| Packed | 43" x 10" | 54" x 10" | 68" x 12" | Not listed |
| Heat-up to 200°F | About 15 to 20 min | About 30 min | About 30 min | About 30 to 45 min |
Common questions
How long does setup take?
Under 10 minutes with the pop-up hub frame.
How fast does it heat up?
About 30 minutes to 200°F.
Is the stove included?
A wood stove comes with the Starter package and up. Tent Only does not include a stove.
What is in the Elite package?
Everything in Premium plus white-glove delivery and setup, a guided first steam, 4 sauna hats, and 2 essential oil blends. Lower 48 states only.
Who should avoid using a sauna?
Anyone who is pregnant, has a heart condition, has low or unstable blood pressure, or takes medication that affects heart rate or hydration should talk with a doctor first. See our sauna safety guidelines.