Family-friendly holiday rentals in North Karelia

Villa Tuulikki

In a cottage on the shore of a steamy woman, you get to spend a vacation with a unique lake landscape. The wood-burning sauna has soft steam and a view of the lake. Underfloor heating and fireplace heat in winter. Preparing food with the Airfryer, in the microwave, or on the terrace on a gas barbecue. Drinking water can be obtained directly from the kitchen faucet. Guests have access to the entire cottage, which includes sleeping accommodation for two, a sauna, a toilet and a small kitchen. An air source heat pump ensures the right indoor temperature. 13 km to the centre. 8 km to grocery shops.

Erakkomaja Savukallio – Off-Grid

Do you miss stopping in the middle of nature? Savukallio is a Lappish-style wilderness cabin that invites you to breathe deeply and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The core idea of the place is: “Everyone is a hermit at heart” – a place to reset the mind and clear your thoughts. The cabin, built from old smoke sauna logs, is located in the lake landscape of Savo, about 70 km from Kuopio. The property offers a simple, authentic and natural wilderness experience for couples and travellers seeking peace and quiet.

Alapihan Arboretum guest house with sauna

Cozy guest house and sauna in a wild tree species park. There are about 250 different species of woody trees and shrubs in the two-hectare area. The trees were planted in 1970 and form their own microclimate, where the air is clean and good to breathe. The area is still partly in its natural state and renovation is being done in the area. For those interested, we will be happy to introduce the arboretums during the visit. The household includes two Lapphunds, a cat, a rooster and 6 hens. Breakfast available

Log cabin on the shore of Lake Pielinen

Beautiful log house on the shore of Lake Pielinen. A quiet location, stunning scenery and good outdoor opportunities best describe this place. In winter, you can access the ski slope from the ice in front of the cottage. In addition, the ski slopes of the Timitra ski resort are within walking distance of the cottage. In the courtyard of the cottage, there are good downhill skiing opportunities, as well as a great setting for winter activities. However, city services are available a few kilometers away.

Kontioniemi, unspoilt unique natural environment

2 room flat 60m2 with sauna in an old hospital park, view over the lake Höytiäinen. Nature and jogging trails from the yard, swimming and angling 200m, golf course 1 km. Winter: illuminated cross country skiing from the gate, biathlon stadium 4 km, winter swimming 500m. Ideal location to explore North Karelian national parks Koli, Patvinsuo and Petkeljärvi on daily basis. Kerrostalon saunallinen kaksio 60m2 Höytiäisen rannalla. Hyvät ulkoilumaastot kesällä ja talvella. Kansallispuistot lähellä

Between fishes – our house on the lake in Finland

Our piece of land is located on Kaita Järvi– an about 8 km long and a few hundred meter wide lake – it is a small peninsula that looks to the south. That means: sun from morning to evening (if it shines). There right on the shore you find our log cabin, with sauna, bathroom, living room with open kitchen and two small bedrooms. A few meters next to it is a studio like guesthouse, the "Aita". It is also very cosy and comfortable, but provides no own bathroom. Village Savonranta is 5 km away.

Grandma's cottage with sauna

A 100-year-old log cabin with amenities in the courtyard of the main house for year-round living. For guests staying several nights during the heating season, in addition to electricity, there is oven heating. Wood is ready, guidance or heating if needed. Good road connections. Outokumpu is about 10 minutes away and Joensuu is about 30 minutes away. Koli is about an hour away and Valamo Monastery is about 30 minutes away by car. In addition, there is a dog cage outside with a small hut.

Pielisenpeili (Koli) hot tub, beach and jetty

A magnificent villa on the shores of Lake Pielinen in the scenery of Koli. The windows open to a magnificent lake landscape, which can also be admired from the backyard outdoor jacuzzi and outdoor kitchen. Private beach, dock, rowboat and 2 paddleboards for free use. Accommodation for eight, WiFi connections, and washing machines. Additional services: final cleaning €200, sheets and towels €20/person, hot tub €200, electric car charging with 8 kw charger €20 first day, following days €5

Villa Myllymäki

In the villa Myllymäki, built on top of Myllymäki with my own hands, it is easy to relax and get close to nature while enjoying the magnificent scenery. A window the size of the entire end wall frames the magnificent lake landscape. The farm has about 40 hectares of forest for animal grazing, which guarantees easy and fine hiking terrain. The distance to the center of Savonlinna is 10 km by car or 6 km by boat. The farm also has a private lean-to by the pond with equally stunning views.

Villa LHJ Heinämäki

Villa was build 1999-2000 as a second home from the family with basic facilities criteria for everyday living. Basic principle was to have a place to calm down but also a house for remote work in home village. Place is pretty nice on top of the hill, scenery is wide almost all over ... tens of kilometers. Style is rustic with a light twist of retro functionalism. Now we have moved 200m, on the opposite side of the road, and we offer Villa for our quest. Your sincerely Leena & Juha

City cottage in Joensuu

Welcome to enjoy the tranquility of nature on the beautiful beach of Pyhäselkä! This charming, perfectly renovated cottage offers an escape from everyday life for families, couples and friends alike. The cottage has a spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom, a bedroom and an open upstairs that comfortably accommodates up to 7-10 people. The cottage has all the amenities, such as water, electricity, shower and indoor toilet.

Log house with a balcony and lake views

A modern log villa on its own lake shore offers peace and quality in the middle of nature. A bright living area, a well-equipped kitchen and an atmospheric sauna make accommodation easy. Relax in the lake scenery on the large terrace and in the sauna. An excellent destination for couples and families who crave space, comfort and beautiful nature experiences.