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Life's big moments

Parties and weddings in the Estonian countryside

You bring the reason to celebrate. We take care of the rest.

A birthday, wedding or family reunion: the fireplace hall, food, sauna and beds are all in one place, and the whole of Õnnela is reserved for your group.

  • 60+ guests
  • Rooms for up to 30
  • 50 minutes from Tallinn
The Õnnela fireplace hall decorated for a wedding with white chair covers and fabric drapes

Weddings at Õnnela

A ceremony under a flower arch, a reception in the fireplace hall and a party that goes on late into the night. The couple and their guests sleep in the same place.

A wedding ceremony under a flower arch in the Õnnela park at the forest edge The newlyweds greet well-wishers in the fireplace hall A laid wedding table by candlelight in the stone hall

What people come to Õnnela to celebrate

Anniversaries and birthdays

A festive table in the fireplace hall, sauna in the evening and breakfast together in the morning.

Weddings and engagements

Party, food and beds in the same place. The couple and the guests do not have to drive anywhere at night.

Family reunions

The whole site for one group: room for children and grandparents alike.

Christenings and baby showers

A naming party or welcoming the baby with family and friends in the middle of nature.

Class and course reunions

An evening by the fire, old stories and a sauna like in the old days.

A getaway with friends

A private spa, good food and a bog hike the next morning.

Party hall

Granite-walled fireplace hall for 60+ guests

A historic fieldstone stable houses a spacious fireplace hall where a real fire sets the mood. Next to the party tables there is plenty of room for a band and games. For smaller groups we agree the hall price separately.

  • up to 53 guests at one long table
  • adjustable lighting and speakers with a microphone
  • fridge for your drinks
  • free WiFi throughout the house
Fireplace hall layout: 53 seats at one long table
53 seatsat one long table
Fireplace hall layout: 54 seats in two blocks
54 seatsin two blocks
Fireplace hall layout: 48 seats in two blocks with an aisle
48 seatswith an aisle

Everything you need in one place

Õnnela Guesthouse on a summer evening, the yard lit with lanterns A waiter welcomes wedding guests with sparkling wine A large group in front of the Õnnela Guesthouse stone wall with the wooden letters ÕNNELA KÜLALISTEMAJA Õnnela Guesthouse on a winter night, the stone wall lit up and snow

House rules

Õnnela is yours, but nature and the neighbours are shared by all of us. A few simple agreements keep the place beautiful for the next guests too.

Yours to enjoy

  • your own drinks, there is a fridge in the party hall
  • a band and music in the fireplace hall
  • pets in the main guesthouse building
  • games and activities on the Õnnela grounds

Please don't

  • fireworks and firecrackers
  • sky lanterns
  • confetti and anything else that stays in nature
  • games outside the Õnnela grounds
  • pets in the spa building

Reviews

4.6 / 5 on Google

Over 70 guests have shared their experience. Read what they write about Õnnela.

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Frequently asked questions

How big a party fits at Õnnela?

The fireplace hall holds over 60 guests with room for a band. A long table seats up to 53. Up to 30 guests can stay overnight.

Does a big party work if fewer people can sleep over?

Yes. More guests fit at the party than can stay overnight: the guesthouse, the Õnnela host house and the park houses have up to 30 beds in total. We put together a room plan for your group.

Can we bring our own drinks?

Yes. There is a fridge for your drinks in the party hall.

Are fireworks allowed?

No. Fireworks, firecrackers, sky lanterns and confetti are not allowed because they leave litter in nature.

Do we have to organise the food ourselves?

No. The Vaksali Tavern kitchen prepares the party table or buffet from fresh local produce. See the catering page.

How far away is Õnnela?

85 km or about 50 minutes from Tallinn, 26 km from Rakvere and 12 km from Tapa. There is a large car park next to the house.

Ask for an offer for your party

Your preferred date and an approximate number of guests are a good start. We reply within 48 hours with a personal offer.

Who are you coming with?

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