SEOVILLAGE in Latvia – A Wellness Retreat Born in Nature

Set in a tranquil natural setting between two lakes just 80 kilometres from Riga, SEOVILLAGE is a thoughtfully designed spa resort that brings together wellbeing, architecture and sustainable wood construction.

The development comprises five identical Honka Sirius 60 villas and a customised Honka Ailo villa with an integrated pool wing, forming a cohesive, high-quality accommodation concept centred around relaxation, privacy and nature. Built using Honka’s non-settling CLT log, the project demonstrates how modern timber construction can support premium wellness-driven hospitality concepts.

A Concept Rooted in the Need to Pause

SEOVILLAGE was born out of a desire to pause. To step away from the pace of everyday life, from work processes and urban noise, and return to what truly matters: nature, silence and personal wellbeing.

The idea emerged organically from the founders’ own lives. Having travelled to more than 70 countries and experienced countless hotels and resorts, they began to recognise both the strengths and the shortcomings of existing hospitality concepts.

“Over time, we developed a desire to create a place without compromises — a space for ourselves and our guests, where there are no downsides, only one carefully designed advantage.” says Marina, one of the owners.

Over time, we developed a desire to create a place without compromises — a space for ourselves and our guests, where there are no downsides, only one carefully designed advantage.

Marina
Owner, SEOVILLAGE

SEOVILLAGE is not only a destination for relaxation. It is a village designed for entrepreneurs, creatives and actively thinking individuals — a place where one can either fully disconnect or engage in meaningful interaction and high-quality networking in a natural setting.

Wellbeing Without Compromise

SEOVILLAGE was conceived as a spa resort rather than a traditional hotel. The ambition was clear: to create an environment where guests can genuinely unwind. A large, heated pool, multiple saunas, a holistic spa experience and a calm, natural setting form the foundation for physical and mental recovery.

“Unfortunately, there are still relatively few places in Latvia where you can truly step away from everyday noise and fully relax. We wanted to create exactly that kind of place.” describes Aleksey, one of the owners.

At the heart of the concept are also gastronomy, wellness thinking and biohacking — combined into a carefully balanced whole that supports a modern, conscious lifestyle.

Honka – A Natural Partner

Honka was selected as the construction partner because quality, trust and long-term value were central to the project. Honka’s solid wood technology, using non-settling Honka Fusion+ CLT log with modern corner solutions, provided a natural foundation for architecture that combines contemporary aesthetics, durability and the warmth of natural materials.

“Honka is the best on the market. The brand represents uncompromising quality, respect and trust — and those values were decisive for us.” says Aleksey.

The project was designed by Honka and delivered in collaboration with its Latvian partner SIA Finlog House, ensuring both local expertise and consistent quality throughout the implementation. Both the villas and spa facilities are operated as a high-quality rental concept.

Nature as the Starting Point

The location was chosen with intuition as much as logic. Seo Village is set between two lakes in a peaceful and scenic area, where even the journey becomes part of the experience as the landscape gradually shifts, the pace slows, and the mind begins to settle.

“It’s difficult to explain in words — you have to come here yourself. Even the journey is exceptionally beautiful, and in winter it becomes even more impressive.” says Marina.

Honka is the best on the market. The brand represents uncompromising quality, respect and trust — and those values were decisive for us.

Aleksey
Owner, SEOVILLAGE

Nature was not merely a backdrop but the starting point for the entire project. The buildings, spatial solutions and overall scale were designed to complement the surroundings and highlight the unique beauty of the Latvian landscape throughout the seasons. Large Honka LandscapePlus windows further strengthen the connection between indoor spaces and the surrounding nature, allowing light and views to define the guest experience.

Evolving with Vision

SEOVILLAGE continues to evolve. Future plans include a restaurant built around a Chef’s Table concept with ambitions towards sustainable, high-level gastronomy, a dedicated sauna complex with ritual experiences, an indoor padel court, walking routes featuring art and cultural elements from around the world, as well as a wellness centre and retreat villas.

SEOVILLAGE was originally created for its founders themselves. That is precisely why it feels authentic to its guests. It embodies their experience, their passion and their personal vision of what true wellbeing means.

“I believe the biggest difference is that this place was not created primarily as a business, but for ourselves. We have put our heart, our experience and our worldview into it.” tells Marina.

Each Honka Sirius house features its own distinctive interior style, inspired by Portofino, Cyprus, Latvia, the Maldives and Bali.

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