At the eastern edge of Virgin Gorda, a glass-walled wellness space extends over the clear waters surrounding Oil Nut Bay. Sundara Spa at Oil Nut Bay brings massages, skincare rituals, yoga, meditation, and sound-based experiences into unusually close contact with the Caribbean landscape.
Opened in 2025, Sundara Spa + Studio is described as Virgin Gorda’s first overwater spa. Rather than relying solely on tropical décor to establish a sense of place, the building keeps the water visible through nearly 360-degree views, expansive glass walls, and underwater windows positioned within the treatment spaces.
Shortly after opening, Sundara received regional recognition from the 2025 World Spa Awards.
Sundara was created by designer Jenn Zella of CID Design Group and architect Carlos Agelet De Saracibar of OBMI. Their approach places natural light, water views, and understated materials at the center of the experience.
Two glass-enclosed treatment rooms look directly over the sea and include underwater viewing windows. Light wood, woven textures, neutral finishes, and restrained lighting complement the surrounding colors without attempting to reproduce them artificially indoors.
Operable glass walls allow parts of the spa to open to the breeze when conditions permit, while climate-controlled spaces provide an alternative during warmer or more humid periods. The combination gives guests a choice between greater exposure to the island environment and the controlled comfort expected from a high-end spa.
The facility also incorporates a wellness studio, hospitality bar, boutique, and areas for hair and nail services. Its relatively compact collection of treatment and movement spaces suggests a more intimate experience than that of a large destination spa complex.
