Original Lapland cottage in Punkaharju
Punkaharju is a national treasure -crest between lake Puruvesi and Pihlajavesi (Part of the great lake Saimaa) and is one of the most recognizable landscapes for Finns. With boat you could even reach the Baltic sea. Savonlinna Opera festival takes place nearby in july and the town Savonlinna is packed with tourists. At that time Punkaharju offers more Finn- style holiday.
In the cottage we have 2 bedrooms (in the other room there is one double bed and in the other 2 beds) and on the balcony there are 2 beds. In the sauna cottage it is possible to accomodate two persons (double sofa). In summer 2 persons can sleep in a cozy little cottage close the main building for extra 300€/week. There are also 3 sofas in the living room where you can sleep. We have standard water closet toilet and in summer also a traditional outside dry toilet. The shower is in the sauna cottage. Despite timber camp feeling you have all modern comfies you could ask for. The heating system is efficient and you will be cozy even in extremely cold winterdays.
ALL ROOMS NON SMOKING DUE TO FIRE HAZARD (Unique kelo-wood buildings are non- replaceble)
The garden has a lawn area for summer sports and in august you can pick fresh currants. Blueberries you can find almost at doorstep and aug-sept there will be porcini and other mushrooms in the forests.
In the summer you feel the lake a few steps down both at the cottage and the sauna and hottub outside. A Hottub outside is a novelty part of Finnish ”spa rituals” of sauna and swimming in natural waters. The hottub you can fill with one of the clearest lake water. The hottub is warmed with firewood. Many people use the hottub also in winter and we promise a special experience if you dare try ( though emptying must be done with pump due to ice in the sewage) In Finland the bravest swim in an opening made with chain saw in frozen lake. In winter there are skating routes on the ice and skiing is easier on flat. The skates can be rented nearby. In summer fatbikes can be rented also nearby. There are nice hiking routes in Punkaharju area. You better ask for advice before walking on ice because the ice can be deceitful. We are happy to share our inside knowledge!
We use the Common Rules of Renting Cottage in Finland.
