Unusual holiday homes in Estonia: mirror houses, treehouses, igloos and overnight stays on the water
1. Peegelmajad ÖÖD
Mirror houses are one of the best-known forms of unusual accommodation in Estonia. From the outside, the house reflects the forest, sea or lake and blends into nature, while inside it offers a compact and comfortable space for two. ÖÖD houses are particularly well suited to those who want tranquillity, a sauna, a beautiful view and privacy.
ÖÖD at Rannamõisa
Location: Rannamõisa, Harjumaa
Short description: A mirror house amid a pine and spruce forest, a short drive from Tallinn. A good choice for a one-night escape from the city, a romantic getaway or peaceful recuperation. There is a private wood-fired sauna, a terrace and BBQ facilities on site.
ÖÖD at Lohusalu
Location: Lohusalu, Harjumaa
Short description: A mirror house by the sea in a peaceful coastal village. Suitable for those who want coastal air, glass walls, nature views and a romantic coastal escape not too far from Tallinn.
ÖÖD at Laheranna / Ihasalu Bay
Location: Ihasalu, Harjumaa
Short description: A minimalist mirror house in a pine forest near Ihasalu Bay. A great choice for a quiet weekend where the main keywords are the sea, beach, sauna, tranquillity and a sense of wellness.
ÖÖD Metsajärve
Location: Metsajärve, Lõuna-Eesti
Short description: A mirror house by a lake, suitable for a couple looking for a beautiful nature getaway, a sauna and a view of the water. This is not just a cabin in the woods, but a highly photogenic getaway amid nature.
ÖÖD Kütiorg
Location: Kütiorg, Võrumaa
Short description: A mirror house in Lõuna-Eesti where a peaceful holiday can be combined with active outdoor pursuits. There are hiking trails and lakes nearby, as well as opportunities for skiing in winter.
ÖÖD Rõuge
Location: Rõuge, Võrumaa
Short description: A mirror house in the Rõuge area, where the main attractions are the lakes, forest, South Estonian landscape and romantic tranquillity. Well suited to a couple who want a beautiful view and a peaceful stay.
Stay ÖÖD Pilguse
Location: Pilguse, Saaremaa
Short description: Mirror houses on the grounds of the historic Pilguse manor. This is more than just a cabin in nature — Saaremaa, the manor setting, nature and a more tranquil retreat style come together here.
2. Wooden houses
A treehouse is a good choice when you want an overnight stay that feels like a small adventure. Estonia has both comfortable treehouses for couples and simpler options for those seeking nature, tranquillity and a view from above.
Treehouse Estonia
Location: Koppelmaa, Harjumaa
Short description: One of the best-known treehouse destinations near Tallinn. It is well suited to couples who want a forest setting, privacy, a terrace, a barbecue and a more unusual overnight stay without travelling very far.
Treehouse Estonia — wooden houses
Location: Koppelmaa, Harjumaa
Short description: Treehouse Estonia offers several different treehouses, including Treehouse, Jungle Treehouse and Forest Treehouse. They are suitable for those who want comfort while also feeling that they are truly staying among the trees.
Treehouse Estonia Chill
Location: Koppelmaa, Harjumaa
Short description: This is not a classic holiday home, but a sauna located about four metres up in a tree. A compact but very special experience for those who want something truly different.
Üügumetsa wooden house
Location: Kallaste küla, Muhu
Short description: A treehouse on Muhu island with a view of the sea over the treetops. Suitable for those seeking island privacy, junipers, pine trees and a peaceful stay.
Hekso puuonn
Location: Matsalu rahvuspark area
Short description: A special treehouse in the Matsalu area. This is more a place for nature, birds and tranquillity than classic luxury accommodation. A good choice for those who truly want a slower pace.
3. Glass and capsule-style houses
Glass houses and capsule houses are ideal when you want a strong visual impact: expansive views, glass walls, the sea, the stars, and the feeling that nature is all around you. Such places are perfect as a gift, for a romantic weekend, or simply for a special holiday.
KUUL STAY
Location: Virtsu, Lääne-Eesti
Short description: Glass domes in Virtsu, near the sea. A good choice for those who want to combine nature, distinctive design and a peaceful stay.
Black KUUL
Location: Virtsu
Short description: A darker version of the KUUL STAY glass dome. Suitable for a couple looking for a modern interior, nature views and a slightly more luxurious weekend getaway.
Silver KUUL
Location: Virtsu
Short description: A silver glass dome whose strengths are its peaceful atmosphere, compact comfort, and surrounding nature. Well suited for a romantic getaway.
Viirelaiu KUUL
Location: Viirelaid
Short description: A glass KUUL on the private Viirelaiu island. This is not just an overnight stay, but a complete island experience: the sea, seclusion, a boat trip and the feeling that you are briefly in a completely different world.
Peegelmaja Mimpi Experience
Location: Tartumaa / Peipsiääre vald
Short description: A mirror house for adults in Lõuna-Eesti. A sauna, hot tub sauna and summer kitchen can be added, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway for two.
4. Houses on the water and by the water
If an ordinary lakeside cabin seems too conventional, consider floating villas, boathouses and river houses. Water instantly gives your holiday a different rhythm: morning coffee on the terrace, a sauna, a view and the feeling that you are truly away from everyday life.
Houseboat villas
Location: Raplamaa
Short description: Floating villas on the water. Suitable for a couple, a family, or a small group. The house has a terrace, sauna, kitchen, fireplace, and the opportunity to enjoy a holiday right on the water.
Mesi Tare paadimajad
Location: Varnja, Peipsi järv
Short description: Boathouses by Peipsi. A good choice for those who want something different from an ordinary holiday home — here you can enjoy an experience on the water, the atmosphere of Peipsi, and the distinctive setting of the Old Believers’ region.
Oiu Sadama Iglumaja
Location: Oiu, Võrtsjärv
Short description: An igloo house by Võrtsjärv. An interesting choice in terms of both location and design: a lake, a harbour, a peaceful view and accommodation that is out of the ordinary.
Watermill River House
Location: Leebiku, Valgamaa
Short description: River House is located by the Õhne River in the area of a former watermill. The house has a kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and terrace near the water.
Jõesviit VidiitEstonia
Location: Emajõgi
Short description: More of a suite on the river than an ordinary cabin. Suitable for those who want to combine an overnight stay, a sauna, and the Emajõgi experience.
5. Forest cabins and nature villa’d
A forest cabin does not have to mean a simple log cabin. Estonia has some outstanding architectural nature villas, small cabin-type houses, riverside houses, and truly quiet places where privacy is the main luxury.
Maidla Nature Villa POKU
Location: Maidla, Raplamaa
Short description: An architectural nature villa inspired by bog landscapes. One of the most visually striking properties in this selection—not merely accommodation, but a design experience in its own right.
Maidla Nature Villa KÄBI
Location: Maidla, Raplamaa
Short description: A private nature villa inspired by the shape of a pine cone. Suitable for those seeking a luxurious forest retreat, a fireplace, tranquillity, and a strong architectural character.
Maidla Nature Villa KASEKE
Location: Maidla, Raplamaa
Short description: Another contemporary nature villa in Maidla. A good choice for those who want not just an overnight stay, but a peaceful and thoughtfully designed nature retreat.
Shanti Aasamaja
Location: Laoküla, Harju County
Short description: A peaceful holiday home for those seeking a slower pace, nature, and privacy. Well suited to a couple or for taking some time out alone.
Shanti Metsamaja
Location: Laoküla, Harju County
Short description: A forest cabin for a peaceful getaway. A good option if you want to escape the noise of the city for a while and spend time among the trees.
Wild Cabins
Location: Lahemaa / Harjumaa
Short description: Modern tiny cabin-type houses in the forest, not too far from Tallinn. Suitable for a short nature break where you do not have to sacrifice comfort.
Metsik Saviste forest cabin
Location: Pärnumaa
Short description: A forest cabin on the edge of a bog. Suitable for those who want a quieter, wilder and more secluded nature experience rather than a cute summer cottage.
Pärli puhkemaja
Location: Pudisoo, Lahemaa
Short description: A modern holiday home by the Pudisoo River in the Lahemaa region. A good choice for a peaceful holiday near forests, water and the national park.
Haaviku Nature Lodge
Location: Tepelvälja, Lahemaa National Park
Short description: Small nature accommodation in Lahemaa. Suitable for those looking for a simpler and more peaceful holiday in the heart of the national park.
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6. Igloos, mini villas and tiny houses
Igloos and mini villas are suitable when you want a compact yet beautiful holiday. They are not large houses, but such places often offer the most memorable experience: the sea, a sauna, a terrace, glass walls, a private spa, or a unique location.
Hara sadama iglukämpingud
Location: Hara, Lahemaa National Park
Short description: Compact camping cabins in an excellent location: the sea, Hara sadam, and the site of a former Soviet submarine base. The place is special not only because of the accommodation, but also because of its overall atmosphere.
HOIA Nature Spa
Location: Saaremaa
Short description: Igloo houses in the nature of Saaremaa. Suitable for a romantic and wellness holiday: the sea, junipers, a sauna, a hot tub, and a peaceful island atmosphere.
Tiny Marienholm
Location: Haapsalu
Short description: Minivillas on the Marienholm peninsula. A small modern luxury by the sea: glass, a view, Haapsalu's resort atmosphere, and a getaway for two.
Kabuna Luxury Resort Minivilla
Location: Hiiumaa
Short description: A minivilla on Hiiumaa with a private spa feel. A good choice for a couple who want an island, glass walls, a sauna, a terrace, and a jacuzzi.
Lahepere Villa mini villas
Location: Kloogaranna, Harju County
Short description: Mini villas near the sea and a pine forest. Suitable for a peaceful holiday where comfort, nature, the beach and an excellent dining experience are important.
7. Island-based and especially atmospheric cabins
Not all unusual places to stay have to be luxurious. Sometimes the most memorable experience comes from a simple log cabin, a thatched roof, a forest, candlelight, a sauna and the feeling that you have truly escaped everyday life for a while.
Sarve ürgmajake
Location: Sarve, Hiiumaa
Short description: A very simple and unique cabin made of thick logs with a thatched roof. This is not hotel-style comfort, but a deliberately more rustic experience close to nature.
Pähkli ürgtareke sauna holiday home
Location: Sarve, Hiiumaa
Short description: A small rustic sauna holiday home on Hiiumaa. Suitable for those who want something simple, memorable and completely different from ordinary holiday homes.
Riksi püstkoda
Location: Hiiumaa
Short description: An overnight stay in a tepee in the middle of the forest. This is a place for those who want silence, simplicity, and an almost ritualistic nature experience.
Pink House with a Raft Sauna
Location: Reigi, Hiiumaa
Short description: A unique holiday home near the forest with a raft sauna. Suitable for a family or group looking for an island getaway and privacy.
8. Glamping that is also worth considering
Glamping is not always a classic house, but it fits very well among unusual accommodation options, especially when the place is located near the sea, a lake, a river, a manor or an island. Glamping offers more adventure than a hotel but more comfort than ordinary camping.
Fishing Village Glämping
Location: Pärnu / Sauga River
Short description: A holiday on the banks of the Sauga River, where you can combine an overnight stay with fishing, boating and a riverside atmosphere. More of an active waterside holiday than a quiet forest retreat.
Glamping next to Toila Oru Park
Location: Toila, Ida-Viru County
Short description: Glamping near Oru Park. A good choice for exploring Ida-Viru County: the sea, the park, walks and a peaceful overnight stay close to nature.
Torma Glämpinguküla
Location: Torma, Jõgeva County
Short description: Glamping in a former manor complex. Suitable for those who want to stay somewhere other than by the sea, in a rustic setting with a historical atmosphere.
Ohukotsu Glamping
Location: Ohukotsu, Raplamaa
Short description: Glamping among old trees and close to horses. Suitable for those who want a cosy tent, a terrace, soft lighting and the peaceful feel of country life.
Saarjärve glämping
Location: Põlva County
Short description: Glamping by Lake Saarjärv. A very good summer option for those who want to step out of their tent in the morning and go for a swim right away.
Allikukivi Veinimõisa glämping
Location: Allikukivi, Pärnu County
Short description: Glamping at a wine manor. A format more suitable for adults: nature, wine, tranquillity, tasting and a manor setting.
Saare Glamping
Location: Saaremaa
Short description: Island glamping in Saaremaa. Before booking, it is worth checking the seasonality, amenities and exact terms.
Nuki talu
Location: Kihnu
Short description: Glamping on Kihnu Island. Suitable for those who want a simpler, more nature-oriented island holiday without the feel of a large hotel.
Hiiumaa Tiglu
Location: Kukka village, Hiiumaa
Short description: A Tiglu is something between a tent and a cabin. Inside, there is a bed, rugs, bed linen and a heater, so it is more comfortable than regular camping.
Where should you start if the whole list seems too long?
For a romantic weekend:
ÖÖD Rannamõisa,
ÖÖD Lohusalu,
HOIA Nature Spa,
Tiny Marienholm,
Kabuna Luxury Resort,
KUUL STAY.
For beautiful architecture:
Maidla Nature Villa POKU,
Maidla Nature Villa KÄBI,
Maidla Nature Resort,
Wild Cabins,
Lahepere Villa minivillad.
For a little adventure:
Treehouse Estonia,
Üügumetsa puumaja,
Hekso puuonn,
Viirelaiu KUUL,
Parvevillad,
Mesi Tare paadimajad.
For an island holiday:
Stay ÖÖD Pilguse,
Üügumetsa puumaja,
Sarve ürgmajake,
Pähkli ürgtareke,
Nuki talu,
Hiiumaa Tiglu.
For a waterside holiday:
Parvevillad,
Mesi Tare paadimajad,
Watermill River House,
Oiu Sadama Iglumaja,
Jõesviit VidiitEstonia.
How to choose an unusual holiday home in Estonia?
If comfort is important, choose a place with a kitchen, shower, WC, heating, sauna and clear booking terms. This is especially important in autumn, winter and spring.
If you prefer an experience to hotel comforts, consider treehouses, teepees, rustic cabins, glamping or island stays. In that case, however, check before booking whether electricity, hot water, a toilet, heating and reasonable access are available.
If you are travelling with children, be sure to read the rules. Treehouses, floating villas, houses by bodies of water and places with steep stairs may not be suitable for young children.
If you are travelling with a dog, check the pet policy directly on the accommodation's website. These rules change often, and information in old articles may no longer be valid.
Frequently asked questions
Where can you find mirror houses in Estonia?
The best-known options are
ÖÖD Rannamõisa,
ÖÖD Lohusalu,
ÖÖD Laheranna,
ÖÖD Metsajärve,
ÖÖD Kütiorg,
ÖÖD Rõuge and
Stay ÖÖD Pilguse.
Where can you stay in a treehouse in Estonia?
A good choice is Treehouse Estonia in Harju County. For a more island-like experience, choose Üügumetsa puumaja on Muhu, and for a more nature-oriented experience, Hekso puuonn in the Matsalu area.
Is there accommodation directly on the water in Estonia?
Yes. Options worth considering include Parvevillad, Mesi Tare paadimajad and Jõesviit VidiitEstonia.
What should you choose for a romantic weekend?
Good options include ÖÖD peegelmajad, HOIA Nature Spa, Tiny Marienholm, KUUL STAY, Kabuna Luxury Resort and Maidla Nature Resort.
What should you choose if you want something truly different?
Some of the most distinctive options include Treehouse Estonia, Viirelaiu KUUL, Parvevillad, Mesi Tare paadimajad, Hara Sadama kämpingud, Sarve ürgmajake and Riksi püstkoda.
Summary
Unusual holiday homes in Estonia do not mean just one type of accommodation. The selection includes mirror houses, treehouses, glass domes, floating villas, houseboats, igloos, mini villas, glamping sites and rustic island cabins. Before booking, think about what you are really looking for: a beautiful view, a sauna, the sea, peace and quiet, adventure, an island atmosphere or a complete digital detox.
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