The original farm was established in the early 1900's when the property was split from the Suure Kõpu Manor lands. Raistiko Talu as it is now, was built by Ülo Soots, who returned to his homeland, Estonia from Canada in the early 1990's. I now have the pleasure of running it. We have lovingly fixed it up and opened it up for guests in the fall of 2021. I grew up in Canada, love nature and camping and am thoroughly enjoying living in the forest. We have plenty of wildlife in the surrounding woods- birds, deer, foxes, moose, lynx, bears, as well as insects and other critters. We enjoy visits from friendly dogs, our own puppy Zoe (a happy 1 year old black Labrador Retreiver) is very friendly and enjoys playing with other dogs.

A rustic farm in the middle of the forests of Viljandi County, perfect for smaller or larger groups. Our rustic farmhouse has three bedrooms and two shower rooms with toilets. Other accommodation is available in the room above the sauna (double room with extra bed), the Metsatare (a small rustic cabin with no electricity and a wood-burning stove/fireplace- listed as a cottage) and in our tenting area with your own tent. Additional friends may tent at the clearing by Metsatare for a additional fee. Outdoor composting toilets (shared), Shared washing facilities in the Sauna (separate building located by the lake) and in our summer kitchen. Book a Sauna session for an additional fee (50 EUR/2 hr or 120EUR/ up to 5 hours) Campfire pits with grills at tenting area and the Metsatare Cabin. Cook in our Farmhouse kitchen (when available) or in our summer kitchen. We can help with cooking meals if needed (needs pre-booking). Check out our Hiis (Holy Grove) located in the original farmstead yard. Please be aware that there is a lake on the property and children must be supervised by responsible adults at all times.

Raistiko is located in Southern Estonia, just a two hour drive from Tallinn. It's location makes it a great base for day trips to Pärnu, Otepää, Tartu. Viljandi, with many restaurants, galleries, museums and a theatre is just a 15 min car drive away. Soomaa National Park is also a short drive away- experience it's unique "fifth season", hike in the bog, find the floating sauna or go canoeing. Enjoy a morning coffee in Kõpu at the Soomaa Meierei (local cafe and bakery).