Naste Villas –
a hidden gem with a special sparkle

Available for first occupancy from October 2026
– discover our Kauris vacation home
Two modern cabins in a snowy landscape at dusk, with warm interior lighting contrasting with the cool exterior.
An aerial view reveals a serene winter landscape with a vast, frozen lake covered in white snow under a cloudy, blue-grey sky with soft orange hues. A dense forest of snow-laden pine trees fills the foreground, where several dark-colored, modern cabins with snow-covered roofs are nestled. Warm yellow light glows from some cabin windows and outdoor path lights, illuminating the pristine white snow.
A modern dark blue and light wood house, its roofs blanketed in thick white snow, is nestled within a dense forest of snow-covered pine trees. Bright sunlight illuminates the winter scene, casting warm glows on the pristine snow and tree branches under a clear blue sky. Two wooden reindeer sculptures are positioned near the house's large glass windows and wooden steps.

The idea was born insearch for real winters

Since I was a child, I have enjoyed winter weather – snow and cold. The search for real winter brought me to Lapland for the first time 27 years ago – and it turned out to be a week of wonders: snowmobile riding, ice fishing, sauna visits, Northern Lights, and much more.

I fell in love with this pristine region, and the idea of spending more time here and setting up something of my own was born.

When I told my wife Andrea about the idea, she had one condition. Our place has to be near of water since it is her favourite element. We looked carefully for a perfect location until our Finnish architect Mikko found the most beautiful spot at Rahajärvi lake in Inari, Lapland. Jari, our brilliant builder, brought our dream to life perfectly, and Bruno, our photographer, captured the cottage and its surroundings in the best possible light.

Why NASTE VILLAS ? "Naste" means in Sami language "star" and stars have an important meaning in their culture. That is why we have included a star in our logo. Sami are the indigenious people of Lapland.

Living your dream in the last wilderness of Europe – we bring you literally to the pure nature

Our principal idea is to offer our guests modern living in the wilderness combined with unique ambience and cosiness. We connect you with the wonderful natural surroundings by using floor-to-ceiling windows. This creates a feeling that you are standing in the middle of the forest. Our motto is“Design meets nature”.

A wide shot captures a large herd of reindeer gathered in a snow-covered forest, with a person tending to them. The trees are heavily blanketed in white snow, creating a dense, frosty backdrop. A person in a dark green hooded jacket stands among the reindeer, looking down at a circular feeder filled with hay. The reindeer exhibit various shades of brown, grey, and white fur, and many have prominent antlers. The ground is covered in deep white snow, illuminated by bright, diffused natural light.A wide shot captures a large herd of reindeer gathered in a snow-covered forest, with a person tending to them. The trees are heavily blanketed in white snow, creating a dense, frosty backdrop. A person in a dark green hooded jacket stands among the reindeer, looking down at a circular feeder filled with hay. The reindeer exhibit various shades of brown, grey, and white fur, and many have prominent antlers. The ground is covered in deep white snow, illuminated by bright, diffused natural light.
Footprints in snow lead towards a bright sunset.

Don’t look at your watch for a while – the concept of time is different here

We often think that we should be able to stop the time, but it’s not possible in real life. This is exactly why we recommend Naste Villas. Just relax and listen to the birds or let your gaze wander over the nature and sceneries of Rahajärvi lake. Read a book on the veranda and notice quietly how reindeer pass by ignoring you. In the winter, take a meditative walk in the snow-covered forests and return to the warmth of the fireplace.

When the night falls and you are lucky, you may see the northern lights dance in the sky. Having experienced several winters here, we like to say: The sky is the limit!

Footprints in snow lead towards a bright sunset.

Our location in Finnish Lapland

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