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04/30/2026

Since the Turnaround Spa closed years ago, and Rick passed away last year, I am renaming and repurposing this page.
Udor - Admin

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03/15/2025

My name is Udor and I have been an admin for this FB page for many years.

Richard "Rick" Barr has sold this property several years back.

I will close this page soon, after downloading the images I have taken for Rick.

Sadly, Richard "Rick" Barr has passed away on March 4th, 2025 at age 81.

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07/27/2016

Hello friends and guests of the Turnaround Spa Lodge!

We are not in operation at this time, since have been undergoing some major renovations to make your stays and visits more comfortable and pleasant than ever!

As soon as the renovations are finished, we will post an update on here and are looking forward to see all our old friends again and welcome new ones!

Stay cool until then! :)

03/13/2015

03/12/2015

whirlpool bath room for our guests

03/12/2015

Help yourself to unlimited Spring's waters...

03/11/2015

2015 SEASON:

Bookings will be accepted, beginning for the second half of June 2015.

Because every year gets better in Sharon Springs, and continuous upgrades, the TurnAround will be welcoming guests old and new to an upgraded facility.

In keeping with it’s traditions, the small staff will do it’s best to give guests what they come for be it R&R, fine fresh meals cooked to order, or simple spa amenities, or just a nice, safe place to drop your bags, the TurnAround is at your disposition.

Continuing it’s 30 year policy, the TurnAround Spa Lodge honors the same original prices to our fine, longstanding guests. Booking early is recommended and be sure to let the host know of your special needs. Being respectful of guest needs, pets are welcome and children too. As there is an on premiss library , whirlpool bath, steam bath ,gardens and nearby good restaurants a car is not needed ;parking is free everywhere and the shopping , diverse and amusing.

Happy Holiday. Your host, Rick

02/04/2015

Laki Vazakas' visit to Richard "Rick" Barr's 'Turnaround Spa Lodge' in Sharon Springs, New York on May 29, 2011.
Video by Laki Vazakas. Shot with a Kodak Zi8.

06/04/2013

Dear friends.. we are open for the 2013 season. Come and enjoy a stay in our lovely lodge and check out our antique store.. we have more antiques than most antiques here than most antique shops!!! Come in look around and find something you'll love today!