Villa Rinnekaltio is part of a group of companies owned by a Finnish entrepreneurial family, united by a long-term approach, a strong sense of responsibility, and a commitment to developing high-quality services and environments for future generations. Villa Rinnekaltio operates under the umbrella of YL Kapital. The same family also has business interests across several industries and locations throughout Finland.
The family’s operations extend to tourism, events, wellbeing and care services, fashion, as well as land and real estate ownership. What all of these destinations and businesses have in common is a strong connection to their local communities, a commitment to high quality, and a genuine desire to create pleasant, vibrant, and sustainable environments for people.
Within the travel and hospitality sector, the family offers unique experiences across Finland. At Villa Rinnekaltio, guests can enjoy premium accommodation amidst the stunning fell landscapes of Ruka, surrounded by the tranquillity of nature and the distinctive atmosphere of the Finnish North throughout the year. In Southern Finland, Kytäjä Resort provides an opportunity to celebrate special occasions, relax, and stay in a historic setting in the heart of the beautiful Uusimaa countryside. Located in the Saimaa region, Kanava Resort represents modern, nature-inspired holiday experiences between two national parks.
The experiences continue through the family’s event venues. Utran Uittotupa, located in Joensuu on the banks of the Pielisjoki River, is known for its unique setting, memorable events, and exceptional culinary experiences. Every year, it welcomes around 30,000 guests to celebrate, unwind, and enjoy themselves. In the world of fashion, HappyStore’s boutique in the centre of Joensuu combines quality clothing, carefully selected products, and personalised customer service.
The family business also includes wellbeing and care services. Varpunen provides home care services in Joensuu and elsewhere in the North Karelia region, as well as 24-hour assisted living services in Lieksa. These warm and individualised services for older people emphasise dignity in everyday life and unhurried, compassionate encounters. Complementing these care services is Varpu Digital, which develops digital solutions to support the quality of care, simplify the daily work of care professionals, and improve communication.
Although the businesses operate in different industries and across various parts of Finland, they are united by shared values: a belief that the best results are achieved through collaboration, long-term commitment, and a genuine desire for continuous improvement. These shared values also create natural connections between the different destinations and businesses. We invite you to explore the other companies within the family and discover new experiences across Finland.