Wellness at home: the new trend in the real estate market in Western Switzerland.

In recent years, a strong trend has emerged in the real estate market of Western Switzerland: the integration of wellness areas in single-family homes. From private spas and saunas to custom fitness rooms, developers and homeowners are increasingly focusing on creating a feel-good atmosphere at home as a premium selling point.

A response to new lifestyles

As lifestyles evolve and the demand for comfort grows, people in Western Switzerland are striving to achieve a balance between work and relaxation. The pandemic has accelerated this trend, turning homes into true havens of peace.

Buyers—often executives or wealthy families—are now looking for properties that offer a personal retreat for relaxation, eliminating the need to visit external wellness centers.

The key elements of a wellness home

To meet this demand, real estate developers and architects are integrating high-end features such as:

• Private spas with whirlpools and massage jets

• Saunas and hammams, either in the bathroom or as extensions

• Heated indoor pools, sometimes with waterfalls or chromatic lighting

• Fitness rooms with professional-grade equipment

• Zen gardens with natural ponds and meditation areas

  
  

  These facilities, once reserved for luxury hotels, are now found in new or renovated villas—especially in sought-after areas like Lavaux, La Côte, or the cantons of Geneva and Vaud.

  
  

  A Worthwile Investment

  Although installing a wellness area involves additional costs (between CHF 50'000 and CHF 200'000 depending on the amenities), it can prove to be profitable. Homes with such features ten to sell faster and at higher prices.

Moreover, with the rise of remote work, these spaces have become a

key factor-especoally for buyers who want to combine productivity and relaxation without leaving home.

The trend toward private wellness spaces is going away anytime soon in Western Switzerland. Between the pursuit of well-being and the added value to properties, these amenities have become the new standard in luxury living.

For future homeowners, it means an exceptional quality of life. For developers, it's an opportunity to stand out in a demanding market. And you? Would you invest in a home with a private spa?