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With four spas open and a fifth in progress,&nbsp;<a href="http://ownawoodhouse.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=woodhouse-spas-franchisee-success-kim-powell-2730293" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Woodhouse Spas</a> franchisee&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kimmykpowell.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=woodhouse-spas-franchisee-success-kim-powell-2730293" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Kim Powell</a> has seen steady growth with the brand and continues to expand in key markets. For Powell, the growth is about bringing&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/woodhouse-spas/info">Woodhouse’s</a> elevated atmosphere and services to markets she loves, and partnering with an innovative, supportive concept like Woodhouse has allowed her to chase her dreams in new, even untraditional, ways.“I opened my fourth spa in Savannah, Georgia last year, and since then, we have expanded into a new area,” Powell said. “It’s a spot in downtown Charleston. An opportunity was presented for us to take over a three-treatment-room location at the beautiful, historic Wentworth Mansion. The spa is in a 200-year-old stable house, next to a famous restaurant that has been written about in the New York Times.”Powell said that, as soon as she learned the previous tenant was not renewing, she went right over and began the process of making it hers.“I used to live right down the street; it’s a beautiful, residential neighborhood in the heart of downtown, but it’s not right in a touristy area, either,” she said. “This allows us to feed our other downtown spa, expand into the historic residential space, and feed off of the hotel guests.”<h2>An Adaptable, Supportive Franchisor</h2>“From a franchise perspective, I called up the leadership team and said, ‘Okay, I have this idea. I’ve had it for a while, and now I have an opportunity,’” Powell said.Because the Wentworth Mansion location is already in a protected territory, Powell proposed a reserve model that embraces the boutique feel and delivers a more exclusive experience.“There are pockets within every city and state where there may be a flagship Woodhouse location and another little pocket where it doesn’t make sense to spend millions to build out a traditional spa, but it may make sense to have a boutique reservation model,” she said. “We can make the experience even more elevated and charge a little more. And the franchisor heard me out. They loved it, and I’m signing a three-year lease to test it out. I’m grateful they’re giving me that opportunity.”<h2>The Support of the System</h2>As Powell continues expanding, the unique combination of support and fulfillment makes it an attractive venture.Because she has experience starting a construction company, Powell knows just how difficult it can be to launch a business without an established model of robust external support. She remembers how expensive things like website development and branding are, and in a franchise model, these demands are more easily managed.“There’s value in franchising, but not every franchise is right for every person,” Powell said. “You have to have a passion for what it is that you’re doing, and you really have to respect the value proposition. Understand that what’s best for the brand will be best for you. If we work together and collaborate, we can share ideas and all benefit.”For example, Powell said there could be more spa owners who have capacity for a smaller reserve model in a market near them, and there’s power in those numbers.Over the course of her ownership journey, she has built strong relationships with fellow owners, and they remain connected, sharing personal joys, professional ideas and everything in between.“I became friends with the owner of two Woodhouse locations in Colorado 10 years ago when we were in training together,” Powell said. “I started a female owner of multiple units group — FOMU — because I really enjoy being around them. They’re all great, smart women. It’s so great to talk about the business and industry together because nobody knows it like we know it. And you’re not in competition, so you can share data and discuss how you approached an issue. It puts you with like-minded people, and it’s nice to be in a franchise that’s in alignment.”To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/woodhouse-spas">https://1851franchise.com/woodhouse-spas.</a>&nbsp;

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CHICAGO&nbsp;—&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonal-patel-015a0510a/">Sonal Patel</a>, a veteran entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience in the franchise space, is now expanding her&nbsp;<a href="http://ownawoodhouse.com">Woodhouse Spas</a> portfolio in the Chicago market. This expansion marks an important milestone as Patel partners with her nephew and his wife to bring the brand’s signature high-end experience to the local community.&nbsp;Patel’s journey began with Dunkin’ and JEI Learning Centers, but her transition to the beauty and wellness space was her most fulfilling to date, representing the convergence of her business acumen and personal passion for self-care. Now, by partnering with family, she’s furthering her impact beyond North Carolina and laying the foundation for a multi-generational legacy of entrepreneurship.“In my opinion, it’s always good to bring family in, especially when the family are these young, passionate individuals who bring so much to the table,” Patel said. “They bring a level of passion, dedication and sheer enthusiasm for the business that serves as a very important stepping stone toward making any business a success.”The move to Chicago was motivated by a clear gap in the market. While there are ultra-luxury hotel spas downtown, Patel’s family identified a need for a luxury option that was more accessible to the residential neighborhoods. After the younger partners experienced a transformative&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/woodhouse-spas/info">Woodhouse</a> treatment themselves, they knew that level of pampering would be well-received in the Chicago market.As the family begins construction and looks forward to the launch, Patel recognizes the brand’s reputation and framework as key contributors to her continued success.“Woodhouse in itself is such a fabulous concept,” she said. “I’m so passionate about what a great franchise this is, and it will be amazing to see what it does in Chicago. We’re only hoping for the best, and we’re very, very excited to bring the incredible Woodhouse experience to Chicago.”ABOUT WOODHOUSE SPAS:Woodhouse Spas is a leading luxury spa franchise that offers resort-style spa experiences in local communities. Founded in 2001 in Victoria, Texas, Woodhouse Spas has grown to more than 90 locations across the United States. The brand provides a wide range of services, including massages, facials, body treatments and nail services, all designed to offer personalized care and enhance wellness. Woodhouse franchise owners benefit from comprehensive support, including training, site selection, construction management, marketing and operational advice. For more information about Woodhouse Spas, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.woodhousespas.com/">https://www.woodhousespas.com/</a>.&nbsp;

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Sonal Patel, an experienced franchisee in North Carolina, is partnering with her nephew and his wife to bring the luxury day spa franchise to Chicago and fill a major experience gap.

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LAKEWOOD, Colo.&nbsp;—&nbsp;<a href="http://ownawoodhouse.com">Woodhouse Spas</a>, the nation’s premier luxury spa franchise, has laid the foundation for a major development initiative, identifying capacity for over 100 new locations in key markets across the U.S. Following a record-breaking 2025, the brand is targeting high-growth, affluent suburban markets anchored by major metropolitan hubs.That focus is shaping where&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/woodhouse-spas/info">Woodhouse</a> wants to plant its flag: lifestyle retail centers outside big cities, in neighborhoods with dense populations and strong household incomes. Put simply, it wants to be near the places people already shop and spend time — alongside retailers such as Whole Foods and Lululemon — and capture a growing appetite for high-end self-care closer to home.“With 94 locations currently open, we are in a unique position where major markets like California, Florida and New York are still available for development,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlpantera">John Pantera</a>, vice president of franchise development. “By leveraging a strategy similar to the one that built Woodhouse’s strong presence in high-end suburban Texas markets, we’re giving new owners an opportunity to claim these prime territories and be a part of Woodhouse’s national story.”Many markets within these targeted states are brand new for Woodhouse, meaning franchisees have the opportunity to be first movers and select their ideal territories. For developing markets, new franchisees will enjoy growing brand awareness and the support of fellow franchisees who, in many cases, have recently navigated the onboarding, site selection and construction processes.“Either way, our franchisees have support from us at the franchisor level and from fellow franchisees who are deeply ingrained in the Woodhouse model,” Pantera said.&nbsp;After a record year in 2025 with five existing franchisees expanding and another eight joining the system, Woodhouse is seeing a clear shift from primarily internal growth to a model that drives organic growth with new owners, too.“We’re attracting an amazing audience of brand new owners who are catching on, and they’re coming in and claiming amazing territory,” Pantera said. “People are cherry-picking the best markets, and momentum really starts building when we see that behavior increasing. If folks are interested in Woodhouse and any of these current target markets speak to them, now is the time. I expect another great growth year in 2026, and if we fast forward one year, some prime areas within these markets will likely be considered sold out.”ABOUT WOODHOUSE SPAS:Woodhouse Spas is a leading luxury spa franchise that offers resort-style spa experiences in local communities. Founded in 2001 in Victoria, Texas, Woodhouse Spas has grown to more than 90 locations across the United States. The brand provides a wide range of services, including massages, facials, body treatments and nail services, all designed to offer personalized care and enhance wellness. Woodhouse franchise owners benefit from comprehensive support, including training, site selection, construction management, marketing, and operational advice. For more information about Woodhouse Spas, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.woodhousespas.com/">https://www.woodhousespas.com/</a>.

Following record-breaking growth in 2025, the luxury day spa franchise has identified key growth markets nationwide, including New York, California and Florida, to continue the momentum.

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LAKEWOOD, Colo.&nbsp;—<a href="https://www.ownawoodhouse.com/">&nbsp;Woodhouse Spas</a>, the luxury day spa franchise with nearly 100 units nationally, has closed a banner year. Marked by a surge in market expansion and the successful pilot of a new membership model and medical-aesthetics menu, the brand has solidified its position as a pioneer in the rapidly evolving wellness industry.“At&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/woodhouse-spas/info">Woodhouse</a>, we aren’t just keeping pace with the wellness industry. We’ve crossed the line into high-performance, results-driven care; we’re the innovative investment entrepreneurs are looking for and thoughtful service provider clients seek,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielrclay/">Ariel Clay</a>, chief operating officer. “As we continue to evolve, we’re proving that the sanctuary environment is just part of Woodhouse’s appeal. Our consistent integration of new modalities and commitment to innovation keep Woodhouse at the forefront of the industry.”This innovation and commitment to growth have manifested in multiple ways throughout the Woodhouse system. The brand added 12 new units to its development pipeline this year, including licenses in Chicago; Phoenix; Frisco, Texas; Boca Raton, Florida; Omaha, Nebraska; and Little Rock, Arkansas. It also opened six new spas, all of which saw incredible performance during the opening phase.“The new spas opened this year are doing fabulous,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-sizemore-85992074">Keith Sizemore</a>, chief development officer. “They’re starting off really strong, and our franchisees are incredibly satisfied with the results they’re seeing right out of the gate.”As it grows with franchise partners, Woodhouse has also remained committed to developing the model and brand. This year, it piloted The Club membership program and captured hundreds of members across nearly a dozen participating spa locations. Woodhouse also launched a medical-aesthetics pilot at a corporate location, hosting a kickoff event with a highly credentialed plastic surgeon and a packed house.“We’ve proven the demand for these types of services, and, as we consider expanding this pilot, we want to ensure we maintain the same elevated experience for our guests,” Clay said. “One of our key differentiators is the Woodhouse atmosphere. We are a luxury day spa; you can have medical-aesthetics treatments in the same luxurious setting that you’d get a facial in. This, combined with the profit margins of medical aesthetics, means we have an opportunity to drive significant revenue through these additions.”As the wellness category continues its rapid ascent, Woodhouse remains dedicated to a 360-degree support system and consistent innovation that positions franchise owners for healthy, long-term growth. Looking to 2026, Woodhouse will continue driving advancements in its service menu with cutting-edge technologies. The brand will also explore potential expansion of both The Club and medical aesthetics, and seek expansion with driven, culturally aligned franchise partners in key markets in California, Florida, New York and Boston.ABOUT WOODHOUSE SPAS:Woodhouse Spas is a leading luxury spa franchise that offers resort-style spa experiences in local communities. Founded in 2001 in Victoria, Texas, Woodhouse Spas has grown to more than 90 locations across the United States. The brand provides a wide range of services, including massages, facials, body treatments, and nail services, all designed to offer personalized care and enhance wellness. Woodhouse franchise owners benefit from comprehensive support, including training, site selection, construction management, marketing, and operational advice. For more information about Woodhouse Spas, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.woodhousespas.com">https://www.woodhousespas.com</a>.&nbsp;

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