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Phil Hopkins
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12:00 AM 30th September 2024
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Autumn Woodland Stays in Estonia

 
With more than 50% of Estonia covered in woodland, you might want to think about an escape to one of the country’s beautiful 'nature' stays this Autumn.

A wide range of unique, innovative and cosy cabins, villas and treehouses can be found across the country, enabling visitors to fully appreciate the environment and rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul.

Here’s some food for thought:

ÖÖD Hotels Mirror Cabin: Family-run Estonian ÖÖD Hotels offer stylish and contemporary mirrored cabins which blend harmoniously with their surroundings, providing a serene getaway. ÖÖD Laheranna is located in a picturesque wild forest in the Lahemaa National Park next to a beautiful untouched beach, just an hour’s drive from the capital, Tallinn. These modern cabins come equipped with all necessary amenities including a sauna, kitchenette, bathroom, BBQ and bathrobes. Prices start at €198 per night: Visit: www.oodhotels.com

Nature Villa Poku: At Maidla Nature Resort, a 45-minute drive North-West of Tallinn, these luxury lodges offer a fairytale forest getaway with contemporary interiors. Activities in the nature reserve include hiking, canoeing, and relaxing on the spacious terrace. The main house is also home to Michelin Green star restaurant SOO. Prices start at €400 per night. Visit: https://visitestonia.com/en/maidla-nature-villa-poku

Hekso Treehouse, Matsalu National Park: This newly, converted nature observation hut on the outskirts of the national park offers peace, quiet and the chance to immerse in nature. The cabin includes a large comfy bed, sofa area with fireplace, kitchenette and its own unique, forest sauna. Prices start at €170 per night, based on two persons sharing. Visit: https://hekso.ee

Remote Now: These new lakeside, hive-shaped nature cabins in the midst of the forest in Põlvamaa, southern Estonia, are each named after an Estonian inventor. Perfect for wild swimmers who want to take a dip in the rejuvenating Bog and wander the woodland trail. The simple cabins contain a comfy bed and outdoor toilets. In the grounds is a café with shared common area, including a kitchenette and co-working spaces. Prices from €50 per person, per night. Visit: https://remotenow.club/hive-shaped-cabins

Sambliku Forest Treehouse: Located in the heart of the Sambliku forest, a 30-minute drive from Tallinn. This cosy accommodation features a fireplace, kitchenette, bathroom, terrace, and a Finnish sauna. Prices start at €230, based on two persons sharing. Visit: https://visitestonia.com/en/sambliku-forest-treehouse

Kuuse Concept House, KÕrvemaa: Situated in a rich spruce and pine forest - a hiking and ski resort - the new luxury, triangle shaped, Scani-style forest houses accommodate up to six people. They have kitchen and lounge areas with floor to ceiling windows, and have their own sauna and spiral staircase leading to the main bedroom. A perfect base for hiking and wild swimming in the nearby Bog lake. Prices from €290 per night. Visit:www.kuusemajad.ee/en/houses/kuuse-house