Our story
Pilguse Residency
Pilguse Residency is based at the Pilguse Manor House which dates back to 1558 and is set in an absolutely gorgeous and unique 90 hectares of land. The property is surrounded by untouched nature, lakes and endless coastlines.
We are a hub for symbiosis between our business, local businesses, people and the surrounding nature. We encourage customers to experience our offers fully. However, our offers are split in such a way that everything can be enjoyed individually as well.
Our ideology
Pilguse Residency seeks to provide luxury, yet obtainable, accommodation, experiences and spirits to consumers that lead eco-conscious lifestyles. In essence, we provide this lifestyle. High-end accommodation and dining, experiences to explore and relax in the local Estonian nature.
We offer luxurious accommodation with Scandinavian inspired interiors together with our restaurant & bar, screening room, smoke and regular wood heated saunas, hot tub with natural springs all set in the beautiful Estonian countryside.
The estate is surrounded by endless untouched nature with possibilities for hiking, horse riding, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing. And, maybe a little picnic to bring on your adventures!
Continue to explore our website for more information. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to help.
Awards
SUSTAINABILITY
OUR SUSTAINABILITY PHILOSOPHY
Pilguse Residency Corporate Social Responsibility includes our environmental commitments, the social, cultural and economic commitments.
An eco-friendly hotel is one that makes significant efforts to reduce its environmental impact, both behind-the-scenes and in guest rooms.
SUSTAINABILITY AT PILGUSE RESIDENCY
Own water well – tested regularly as per requirement- top quality. Bio waist
Solar park and grid back up
SpaceDrip – grade 7 waist water system for our Ööd cottages
Bio waist water system – for the residency
Electric charging point for cars. 100% Solar May 2023.
Heating – electricity and wood until solar power connection 2023.
COLLABORATING PARTNERS
Our support in Estonian design and technology, collaborating partners are:
Ööd Hotels
NordTree
Greenhouses to extend our outdoor seasons
HOIA
local skin care company for our toiletries
VOK Bikes
Electric transportation to cover our 90 hectare of land, transporting luggage, house keeping, deliver material to the saunas and green houses.
HUUM sauna heaters
Swedish Cake bikes
GREEN KEY
The Green Key certificate is the leading standard for excellence in the field of environmental responsibility and sustainable operation within the tourism industry. This prestigious certificate represents a commitment by businesses that their premises adhere to the strict criteria set by the Foundation for Environmental Education. A Green Key assures guests that, by choosing to stay with a Green Key establishment, they are helping make a difference for the environment. The high environmental standards expected of these establishments are maintained through rigorous documentation and frequent audits. Green Key is eligible for hotels, hostels, small accommodations, campsites, holiday parks, conference centres, restaurants and attractions.
Grants
In 2022, Elda Angels OÜ received support for product development from the Tourism Sector of Enterprise Estonia. The aim of the project is to organize year-round creative courses for individuals and groups as well as creative people (with a major emphasis on the film industry) staying at Pilguse Residency Boutique Hotel. As part of the project, an extension of the kitchen area was built and furnished, the film workshop rooms of the fenced building were created, and glass greenhouses were acquired and installed to provide a better service to the guests of the film-themed workshops.
The project is supported by the European Regional Development Fund and funded by the Union’s COVID-19 pandemic response.
