The Ultimate Escape: Bumble Lane Spa Retreat soothes the soul

For a nurturing break from the lively bustle of city life, the posh and soothing Bumble Lane Spa Retreat is an idyllic oasis that serves to rejuvenate the mind and body. The world-class, state-of-the-art spa offers a diversity of indulgent and nourishing treatments including facials and skin care, invigorating scrubs and wraps, restorative massage services, waxing, manicures, and calming pedicures in a lavish and tranquil setting.

With locations in Baton Rouge and Covington, Bumble Lane is a heavenly sanctuary where one can go to escape and refresh. Here, everything becomes new again. Guests are instantly encouraged to check their reality at the door, as a range of potential pleasures awaits the visitor within. The expert staff stands ready to transport guests’ mind, body, and spirit to complete relaxation and pure bliss.

After checking in and getting a locker key, slip into a plush robe and head into the relaxation room that renders a sense of calm for guests awaiting the most luxurious of treatments and massages.

The scent of fragrant candles flickering, soft music, tranquil lighting, and a bar with fresh fruit, trail mix, cold water with lemon, and hot water for tea invites you to linger and relax on chaise lounges and plush chairs between treatments.

Slip into a dream state while experiencing the Body Soufflé. A creamy blend of honey almond or mint and sage mixed with fresh yogurt is applied to your entire body, creating a mask that cleanses and gently exfoliates the skin (popular with both women and men alike). As you are cocooned in a warm blanket, the mask absorbs into the skin. To add to the hour of pleasure, your scalp is gently massaged and all the stress melts away while you drift off into a cloud of bliss.

Another option is the Sugar Scrub exfoliation treatment. The all-natural sugar and moisturizing Shea Butter scrub scented with natural essential oils is followed by a warm shower and moisturizing lotion that leaves your skin radiant and glowing. The Bamboo Lemongrass Body Scrub gently cleanses and exfoliates the skin, removing all the impurities, and is followed by a warm shower and a silky body crème application, and a relaxing back massage. During the Mineral Mud Wrap, you are coated with a detoxifying mineral mud, then cocooned with a warm blanket as your scalp and face gets massaged. After a shower and a moisturizing lotion application you will feel cleansed and refreshed.

“I like the Eminence Organic Facial,” says Ciara Finley, Bumble Lane’s spa manager in Baton Rouge. “You experience cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, and a soothing massage. You really feel refreshed after this very popular facial.”

Several custom facials are offered, including the Jack Black Facial for men. The Jack Black Skin Care line, available at Bumble Lane, was created to appeal to men and improve the quality of their skin.

The moment comes when you are ushered into a softly lit treatment room, with gentle music playing, for a massage that leaves you feeling decompressed and rejuvenated. The magic of relaxation and renewal is born within the secluded, peaceful rooms. There is a massage for every desire, from the luxurious Tranquility Massage and the Rolling Stone Massage with warm stones to the Deep Tissue Massage that targets specific areas of the body to help release persistent pain or soothe problems from injuries. For the true massage enthusiast, a popular choice is the Thai Yoga Massage that is performed on a mat (fully clothed) or on a table (guests may disrobe). A blend of breathing, mobilization, and rhythmic compression is used to relieve tension in the body.

A wonderful bonding experience that is highly recommended is the Couple’s Massage, where you can enjoy two side-by-side tables in a special room with two massage therapists for twice the pampering. Bumble Lane also offers foot reflexology (applying pressure to certain reflex points located in the foot that correspond to specific areas in the body) and headache/sinus massages, which relieve pressure points in the scalp, face, neck, and shoulder muscles. You can relax and enjoy the service while the headache becomes a memory.

Bumble Lane provides a full menu of spa packages for men and women, and is a great choice for bridal groups and spa parties. It has a retail component as well, allowing guests to continue the pampering long after a spa visit. Various distributors that are showcased include Archipelago, Bond No. 9 perfumes, Lollia, and Ahava.

The high standard of service from the qualified staff adds to the prevailing calming ambience. “The special one-on-one service is excellent,” Finley says. “We pay great attention to every detail. Our friendly staff takes care of your every need. We try to make you feel as though you are at a retreat away from home.”

Dedicated to restoring and maximizing health and wellness for guests, Bumble Lane transcends all expectations in the realm of state-of-the-art spas in the South. It is the perfect place to rest, rejuvenate, and reflect in a busy world. ✦

Bumble Lane
7450 Jefferson Highway
Towne Center, Suite 35
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 932-9522

70360 Highway 21, Suite 4
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 875-9885