About this property

Historic Charm: Romantic countryside SAUNA Cottage in Maakeski, Finland, is housed in a historic building. The property features a private entrance, parquet floors, and garden views. Relaxing Facilities: Guests enjoy a sauna, terrace, and garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the holiday home. Additional amenities include a kitchenette, private bathroom, and outdoor fireplace. Outdoor Activities: The cottage offers fishing, skiing, hiking, and cycling. Nearby attractions include Päijänne National Park (11 km) and Lahti Railway Station (44 km). Tampere-Pirkkala Airport is 121 km away. Guest Favorites: The sauna and friendly host receive high ratings from guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Marie
Finland Finland
Adorable house, decorated with love Comfortable bed Very welcoming host Wood heated sauna
Francesco
Italy Italy
A taste of real country home style. Viivi and Marko have been super, and now we know how to properly prepare and enjoy sauna, Finnish style! Need to adapt to dry toilet and (no) hot water, but everything was as described. Darts outside to enjoy...
Krzysztof
Poland Poland
Authentic Finnish house near the forest. Although it's small, it has lots of amenities. Sauna was really good, but beware there's no running water. Host was amazing, she gave us potatoes and eggs. The chairs were wearing cute socks!
Michaela
Czech Republic Czech Republic
Its fine accomodation in the forest together with sauna, bikes, darts, etc. Really good owner. We like the nture among it and also the potatoes from the garden. Thank you.
Lauri
Finland Finland
Authentic old style sauna with a bedroom and entire upstairs for more space to accommodate. If you prefer ascetic, traditional stay, this is for you.
Noemi
Italy Italy
L'ambiente è molto accogliente e ricco di elementi per passare un bel soggiorno( giochi, cucina , sauna, tv etc). La cosa più bella è la disponibilità dell host che ci ha fatto sentire accolti
Mari
Germany Germany
Alles sauber und schön eingerichtet. Sehr freundlicher Empfang!
Dieter
Germany Germany
Das Ursprüngliche der Hütte ist ein echtes Highlight. Es ist alles vorhanden. Wir haben uns wohl gefühlt.
Tirons
Latvia Latvia
Patika iespēja ar velosipēdiem aizbraukt uz ezeru nopeldēties, 3 km attālumā no naktsmītnes. Bez papildus samaksas var izmantot saunu. Saimniece bija ļoti laipna,piedāvāja lauku labumus-olas,zaļumus,kartupeļus bez maksas. Istabā ir ļoti labs...
Jesse
Finland Finland
Erinomaiset löylyt. Tunnelmallinen saunamökki. Kaikki sujui hyvin ja homma toimii. Pihassa kanala josta saimme munia maistiaiseksi. Uusiaperunoitakin oli eteisessä valmiiksi kaivettuna. Tykkäsimme paljon!

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Viivi

9.8
Host review score
Viivi
In this unique and peaceful holiday retreat, it’s easy to unwind. A charming countryside hideaway near Lake Päijänne in Padasjoki. Escape the everyday hustle and step into an atmospheric 19th-century log sauna cabin (with healthy indoor air), where history and nature meet. The idyllic rural surroundings, beautiful nature trails, campfire sausages, and the soothing heat of a traditional wood-burning sauna guarantee a restful night’s sleep. Simple and modest, yet with everything you need — that’s what makes it so lovely! * Comfortable Accommodations: The downstairs room is available year-round and sleeps two. During the summer, the upstairs provides additional sleeping space for three guests. Even on frosty days, the cottage remains warm thanks to electric heating in winter and a fan for cooling in summer. * Traditional Sauna Experience: Enjoy the gentle warmth of a wood-fired sauna, complete with a cold changing room for an authentic Finnish experience. * Amenities for Your Convenience: The cottage includes a TV, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, and a hot plate. For outdoor cooking, you'll find a charcoal grill, and a campfire site. There's also an outdoor WC. * Secluded Location: Your sauna cottage is set apart from the main building, nestled in its own peaceful spot, partially within the woods, ensuring privacy. Outdoor Activities & Equipment * Lake Päijänne Access: Just 2.9 km away, Lake Päijänne offers a lovely swimming beach and a rowing boat for your use. * Outdoor Gear: The property provides vintage bicycles, fishing rods, and a selection of outdoor and board games. * Nature at Your Doorstep: Step right out into excellent terrain for walking, berry picking, and mushroom foraging. * Winter Fun: In winter, you can enjoy ice fishing equipment, a kick sled, and even try skiing and ice swimming (the season opens 01.11) in Lake Päijänne! This modest yet wonderfully complete cottage offers rural romance at its best.
Hi, I'm 51 years old and I'm having a really good time here in the countryside. It's nice to meet and accommodate new people and I also enjoy traveling myself! I am easy-going and helpful. Welcome to the countryside!
Local buss Lahden Seudun liikenne LSL Nbr 42. Helsinki 150km. Tampere 120km. Jyväskylä 140km. Lahti 45km. Vääksy 20km (pharmacy, Alko and supermarkets and restaurants) Padasjoki 10km (pharmacy, Alko, supermarket, restaurants). ABC gas station for charging cars. Lake Päijänne 2.9km Kelvene islandi from Padasjoki harbour (12km) by boat. Lehmonkärki resort/spa 14km. Päijänne national park 15km. Isojärven national park 55km. Evo camping 30km.
Languages spoken: English,Finnish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Romantic countryside SAUNA Cottage

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 7 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of 5 EUR per stay.

Please note that there is no running water available at the property.

The property has a waterless compost toilet.

Please note that heating is not available in the attic.

Please inform Romantic countryside SAUNA Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.