Kytäjä Resort is part of a Finnish family-owned business group united by long-term thinking, responsibility, and a shared desire to develop high-quality experiences, services, and environments for future generations. Behind Kytäjä Resort is Maatalousyhtymä Laakkonen. The same owner family is also involved in several other industries and locations across Finland.
The family business portfolio extends across travel, events, wellbeing, care services, fashion, as well as land and real estate ownership. What all the companies and destinations have in common is a strong local identity, high quality standards, and a genuine desire to create welcoming, vibrant, and sustainable environments for people.
Within travel and hospitality, the family offers unique experiences across Finland. In the distinctive historic surroundings of Kytäjä Resort, guests can celebrate special occasions, enjoy leisure time, or stay surrounded by the beautiful nature of the Uusimaa region. Located in the Saimaa region, Kanava Resort represents modern, nature-inspired accommodation between two national parks. Further north, Villa Rinnekaltio combines the peaceful atmosphere and fell landscapes of the Ruka region with high-quality accommodation.
The experiences continue through events and culture. Located in Joensuu, Utran Uittotupa is known for its unique riverside setting along the Pielisjoki River, memorable events, and outstanding culinary experiences. Every year, it welcomes up to 30,000 guests to celebrate, relax, and enjoy themselves. In the world of fashion, HappyStore’s boutique store in the center of Joensuu combines quality clothing, carefully selected products, and personal customer service.
The family business portfolio also includes wellbeing and care services. Operating in the North Karelia region, Varpunen provides warm and individual care services for elderly people, emphasizing meaningful everyday life and unhurried encounters. Supporting this work is Varpu Digital, which develops digital solutions to improve communication, support care professionals, and enhance the quality of care services.
Although the companies operate in different industries and across various parts of Finland, they are united by shared values: the family business believes that the best results are achieved through collaboration, long-term commitment, and a genuine desire to continuously develop and improve operations. This also creates natural connections between the different destinations and services. Discover the other destinations within our family of companies and find new experiences across Finland!