Maidla Nature Resort
Minimalist luxury meets raw nature. No distractions, no crowds — just three small villas, big glass windows, and the kind of silence that takes some getting used to. Eco-conscious down to the cleaning products and zero-waste kitchen.
KASEKE and KÄBI are the better cold-weather picks — both have large indoor fireplaces and dramatic glass walls. POKU's highlight is the outdoor sauna and bathtub, which shine most in warmer months.
Why It Matters
Each villa is by a different award-winning Estonian architect, and KASEKE won the public vote at Dezeen Awards 2021 and was nominated for the EU Mies van der Rohe Prize. The on-site SOO restaurant earned a Michelin Green Star in 2025. The whole property occupies roughly 25 hectares of wetlands and manor grounds that have been deliberately left wild.
Three architect-designed nature villas on stilts above Estonian wetlands, set on the grounds of a 15th-century manor complex 45 minutes from Tallinn. Each villa was created by a different Estonian architect, and each one is genuinely distinct — not just variations on a theme. On-site SOO restaurant holds a Michelin Green Star (2025) and is one of the most-talked-about dining experiences in the country.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
Nature Villa KÄBI
From EUR425 / nightOpened February 2022, KÄBI is the most secluded of the three — tucked deeper between trees than the others. Its pine-cone-like silhouette comes from a wood shake siding facade, and the design includes two tower-like structures: one is a chimney, the other a glass-topped lantern that floods the interior with natural light. At 38 sqm, it sits between KASEKE and POKU in size. The outdoor jacuzzi extends into the forest and is lit at night, making it the most atmospheric of the three for evening soaks. The covered terrace is sheltered on both sides, offering more weather protection than the other villas.
King · 38 sqm
Nature Villa KASEKE
From EUR295 / nightThe first villa, opened August 2020. Designed by Mari Hunt of b210 architects, KASEKE is the smallest of the three at just 22 sqm but makes clever use of every centimeter. The name refers to the birch trees surrounding it — not a single one was cut during construction. Exterior and interior are thermally modified ash, giving it a deep, rich color. Inside: a king bed facing floor-to-ceiling wetland views, a wood-burning fireplace, a rain shower, and an incinerating toilet. The standout is the rooftop terrace — a platform that steps up from the building's deck and sits right at the forest edge. It won the Dezeen Awards 2021 (public vote, small interior category) and was nominated for the EU Mies van der Rohe Prize.
King · 22 sqm
Nature Villa POKU
From EUR425 / nightOpened June 2022 and the largest of the three villas at 50 sqm. Designed by KTA (Kadarik Tüür Arhitektid), POKU takes its name from the tussock sedges (pokus) native to the wetland terrain. The villa consists of 7 separate pod-shaped rooms, each with a vaulted ceiling and wetland views — an architectural feat that reads like a cluster of organic forms growing out of the bog. The thatched roof blends into the landscape. Highlights: a private hot Estonian sauna (large enough that one reviewer called it bigger than many hotel rooms), an outdoor bathtub, and a superb terrace with an outdoor fireplace. Best choice for warmer months when the outdoor elements shine.
King · 50 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Rent a canoe and explore the Keila River on your own schedule. Available April to November.
Guided trip from Maidla to the Keila River. Passes through undisturbed nature, small villages, and past beaver dams. Light snacks and transportation included. Available April to November depending on water levels.
Stand-up paddleboard rental for self-guided exploration on the river or desired destination.
A 2–3 hour guided hike through surrounding bogs. Guide covers bog ecology, local folklore, and wildlife. Early morning departures offered to catch sunrise over the misty wetland. Snowshoes provided in winter months. Berry picking in season. Light snacks and transportation included.
Guided tour of the historic Maidla Manor complex, a 15th-century estate with layered Soviet and Baltic German history. Included complimentary with every villa stay.
Antique one-horse open sleigh through forest trails and village roads during snowy months. Wool blankets and a picnic basket included. Availability is weather-dependent.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
All three villas have air conditioning.
Private rain shower in each villa.
Each villa has a mini bar, water kettle, and coffee maker. No full kitchen.
Children are not accommodated (SOO restaurant requires age 12+; general villa policy restricts under-12s).
Gift cards available in denominations of €150, €350, €550, and €750, valid for 1 year. Orderable by email.
On-site car park, no reservation needed. Note: villas are 400–450m walk from the car park and cannot be reached by vehicle.
Outdoor soaking tub on the terrace at Villa POKU.
Outdoor hot tub extending into the forest at Villa KÄBI, illuminated at night.
Full hot stone Estonian sauna inside Villa POKU, included with stay in that villa. Available for sauna rituals as a bookable wellness add-on.
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