This charming cottage is situated in Suomenkylä, a picturesque village in Mikkeli, just 1 kilometre from a sandy beach on Kuolimo Lake and a short distance from the church, grocery store, and bar in Suomenniemi village. It was once the childhood home of renowned theatre director Lauri Väärä, adding a touch of history to your stay. The cottage has two bedrooms and one bathroom, comfortably accommodating up to five guests. Enjoy the garden, sauna, and the unique summer cabin built from old apple tree trunks, perfect for family fun.
9.3 9 reviews
Finland
07/11 – 15/11
125 €/nighttotal: 1000 € (8 )
Koivuranta
1 2
chalet , Räätäniemi
Koivuranta chalet, situated near Vuokatti (29km) and Kajaani Airport (64km) in Räätäniemi, offers a lakeside retreat with stunning lake views. This 60 square metre self-catering holiday home sleeps two in one bedroom, includes a sauna, garden with barbecue, and free parking; skiing and hiking trails are nearby.
9.2 21 reviews
Finland
19/08 – 23/08
226 €/nighttotal: 904 € (4 )
Lomamökki Tapola
2 3
chalet , Kalajoki
The Tapola chalet is located just 1.5 kilometres from the famous Kalajoen Hiekkasärkät Beach, one of the longest sandy beaches in Finland, making it a great choice for a beach holiday. Guests have consistently rated the chalet highly, with excellent scores for cleanliness, location and overall experience. The chalet has two bedrooms and one bathroom, spanning 89 square metres and accommodating up to seven guests. It has a well-equipped kitchen, a private sauna, a terrace with garden views, a fireplace, and a barbecue, as well as free Wi-Fi and private parking.
9.7 7 reviews
Finland
07/08 – 11/08
161 €/nighttotal: 644 € (4 )
Autiojärven Kelomökki 85m2
3 3
chalet , Kuusamo
Autiojärven kelomökki is a self-catering holiday home located near Autiojärvi in Kuusamo, Finland, approximately 19 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport. This 85m² Kuusamo chalet boasts one bedroom, one bathroom, sleeps up to 11 guests, and includes a sauna, terrace, garden, free Wi-Fi, parking, and an electric vehicle charging point.
9.0 16 reviews
Finland
11/09 – 18/09
104 €/nighttotal: 728 € (7 )
Kuikkaniemen Rantamökki
1 1
chalet , Ranua
Kuikkaniemen Rantamökki is a beachfront log cabin located in Ranua, 14.8 kilometres from Ranua Wildlife Park. This family-friendly cabin offers 40 square metres of living space with one bedroom, sleeping up to seven guests, and features a fully equipped kitchen, a private sauna, and access to water sports.
9.2 7 reviews
Finland
07/11 – 15/11
82 €/nighttotal: 656 € (8 )
Grandma's Cottage
1 2
chalet , Sotkamo
Grandma's cottage, a pet-friendly self-catering lodge in Sotkamo, Finland, offers a peaceful retreat; precise location details regarding proximity to Sotkamo's attractions are unavailable. This 57-square-metre property sleeps seven guests and includes a fully equipped kitchen, sauna, bathroom, and free Wi-Fi and parking.
10 14 reviews
Finland
08/12 – 11/12
220 €/nighttotal: 660 € (3 )
Villa Ihanus 100 M2 Ja Rantasauna Järven Rannalla
2 2
chalet , Kuusamo
Villa Ihanus, a lakeside lodge in Kuusamo, Finland, offers direct beach access and lies 19 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport. This 100-square-metre property sleeps up to 11 guests, boasting two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a private sauna, and outdoor play equipment, perfect for families enjoying skiing, cycling, or fishing nearby.
9.2 6 reviews
Finland
11/09 – 18/09
118 €/nighttotal: 826 € (7 )
Traditional Cottage With Hot Tub
3 1
chalet , Uurainen
This Uurainen lakeside lodge boasts direct beachfront access with stunning lake views, situated 40km from Jyväskylä's bus and train stations and 24km from Jyväskylä Airport, offering easy access to LähiTapiola Areena (40km) and the Alvar Aalto Museum (42km). The 50 square metre property sleeps seven across three bedrooms and one bathroom, featuring a private hot tub, sauna, garden with outdoor fireplace, free Wi-Fi, parking, and bike rentals for exploring the surrounding area.
10 8 reviews
Finland
15/07 – 19/07
704 €/nighttotal: 2816 € (4 )
Lapland Lodge
5 4
chalet , Tepsa
Lapland Lodge is a 5-bedroom chalet located in Kittilä, Finnish Lapland, just 820 feet from a lake and 19 miles from the town of Kittilä, with the Levi ski resort 30 miles away. The chalet has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall user experience. The 118 square metre chalet comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests. It boasts a fully equipped kitchen, a private sauna, a jacuzzi, a terrace, a garden, and free parking, making it the perfect place for a relaxing getaway.
8.0 10 reviews
Finland
21/06 – 24/06
393 €/nighttotal: 1179 € (3 )
Holiday Cabin Mäntyhovi
3 2
chalet , Kalajoki
Holiday Cabin Mäntyhovi is located just 1.5 kilometres from the beautiful Kalajoen Hiekkasärkät Beach, one of the longest sandy beaches in Europe. The cabin has received excellent user ratings and good ratings for location and cleanliness. The cabin has two bedrooms and one bathroom, covering 137 square metres and accommodating up to eight guests. Guests can enjoy a private terrace, a sauna, a hot tub, and a picnic area, as well as a baby safety gate, making it ideal for families.
8.1 10 reviews
Finland
22/12 – 27/12
207 €/nighttotal: 1035 € (5 )
Esikartano
4 9
chalet , Pohtio
The Esikartano chalet is situated in Pohtio, Finland, 24 kilometres from Golf-Virrat and 98 kilometres from Tampere-Pirkkala Airport, offering a peaceful countryside retreat. This self-catering lodge sleeps up to 15 guests, boasting a sauna, terrace, fully equipped kitchenette, one bathroom, and free private parking; pets are welcome.
8.9 15 reviews
Finland
07/08 – 11/08
162 €/nighttotal: 648 € (4 )
Käpälämäki Puhtaan Veden ääRellä Omassa Rauhassa
3 3
chalet , Enonkoski
This Enonkoski beachfront holiday home is situated 18km from Savonlinna railway station and 17km from Savonlinna Airport, offering tranquil surroundings near pristine waters. The 42-square-metre property boasts three bedrooms, one bathroom, sleeps eleven guests, and includes a fully equipped kitchen, sauna, Wi-Fi, and private parking.
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8.9 9 reviews
Finland
14/07 – 16/07
284 €/nighttotal: 568 € (2 )
Lumous Forest Hut, Luontovire
1 2
chalet , Hankasalmi
This Hankasalmi holiday cottage is situated near Jyväskylä Airport (approximately 79km away), offering a peaceful retreat in the Luontovire Lumous Forest Hut area. The 12-square-metre self-catering cabin sleeps two guests in one bedroom, and includes a kitchenette, sauna, private terrace, parking, and bathroom; towels and linen are provided.
9.3 4 reviews
Finland
05/07 – 08/07
186 €/nighttotal: 558 € (3 )
Villa Havu
4 6
chalet , Kuusamo
Villa Havu, a three-bedroom chalet in Kuusamo, Finland, is situated near a lake and 9km from Kuusamo Airport. This 120 square metre self-catering holiday home sleeps up to 13 guests and boasts a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, a sauna, terrace, garden, and free private parking.
9.0 7 reviews
Finland
15/08 – 19/08
453 €/nighttotal: 1812 € (4 )
Villa Kolovesi - Saimaa Retreat
5 4
chalet , Savonlinna
Villa Kolovesi, a lakeside holiday home in Savonlinna, Finland, boasts a private beach on Lake Saimaa and is situated 34 kilometres from Savonlinna Airport. This 150-square-metre five-bedroom property sleeps up to 19 guests, offering three bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, sauna, terrace, garden, free Wi-Fi, parking, and packed lunches for excursions.
8.3 14 reviews
Finland
29/06 – 02/07
115 €/nighttotal: 345 € (3 )
Mökki Leskelä Taivalkoski
1 4
chalet , Taivalkoski
This detached lodge is situated in Taivalkoski, 69 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport, offering convenient access to local skiing, cycling, and hiking trails. This 65 square metre wooden cabin accommodates up to seven guests, featuring one bedroom and one bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, air conditioning, a private balcony and terrace, a fireplace, a sauna, and complimentary private parking, with ski equipment rental available nearby.
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9.5 2 reviews
Finland
10/09 – 30/11
140 €/nighttotal: 11340 € (81 )
Turjanlinna
2 2
chalet , Rantasalmi
Turjanlinna chalet, near Rantasalmi, is situated approximately 30 kilometres from Savonlinna railway station and 45 kilometres from Savonlinna Airport. This 80-square-metre holiday home sleeps nine guests in two bedrooms, one bathroom, and boasts a sauna, terrace, fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, free parking, and a fireplace.
9.1 13 reviews
Finland
15/08 – 19/08
144 €/nighttotal: 576 € (4 )
Loma-asunto Kaarna, Kalajärvi
2 4
chalet , Peräseinäjoki
This two-bedroom chalet is located just 300 metres from Lake Kalajärvi, a short walk from a beach with a water slide, and is situated in a peaceful forest setting near Peräseinäjoki. The chalet has received very good ratings for user experience, location, and cleanliness. The chalet is 60 square metres in size and includes a combined living room and kitchen with a fireplace, two terraces, a private sauna, and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can enjoy swimming, fishing, hiking, and cross-country skiing in the surrounding area, as well as visiting the Tuuri Shopping Mall and Seinäjoki, both within a 30-kilometre drive.
8.0 216 reviews
Finland
02/11 – 30/11
75 €/nighttotal: 2100 € (28 )
Loma Rinteelä
2 1
chalet , Suonenvaara
Loma Rinteelä is a lakeside lodge in Suonenvaara, Finland, situated 32km from SuperPark Vuokatti and 76km from Kajaani Airport. This pet-friendly chalet offers self-catering facilities including a dishwasher and microwave, a sauna, private terrace with lake access, and is ideal for families, with allergy-free units available.
8.0 1 review
Finland
27/11 – 29/11
177 €/nighttotal: 354 € (2 )
Koivurannan Lomamökit Mänty
3 2
chalet , Nykälä
Mänty chalet is situated in Nykälä, a charming village just 70 kilometres from Mikkeli and 120 kilometres from Jyväskylä Airport. This family-friendly chalet has received excellent user ratings, with particularly high scores for cleanliness and location. The chalet is spacious, offering 80 square metres of living space and comfortably accommodating up to six guests. It comes equipped with a range of modern amenities, including a sauna, a fully-equipped kitchen, a terrace and free bikes, making it the perfect base for exploring the surrounding area.
Frequently asked questions about chalets in Finland
What unique traditions or cultural practices should you prepare for in Finland?
Finland has a fascinating blend of traditions. You'll find the 'sauna' culture deeply ingrained – it's not just about cleanliness, but a social and relaxing experience. Midsummer (Juhannus) is a big celebration with bonfires and time spent in nature. Independence Day (its national day) on 6 December sees nationwide celebrations. Also, be aware of the importance of 'sisu' – a Finnish concept encompassing resilience, determination, and perseverance. You might notice a quiet, reserved nature in social interactions, which is perfectly normal.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is by far the busiest, serving as the main international gateway. Turku Airport (TKU) and Oulu Airport (OUL) are also significant, but handle considerably less traffic than Helsinki-Vantaa.
Which part of Finland is the best choice to rent a chalet?
Lake District Finland offers a fantastic range of chalets, particularly around the Lakeland regions of Saimaa and Päijänne. Lapland also has many options, but these tend to be more geared towards winter activities. The best choice depends on your preferences; for a classic Finnish lakeside experience, the Lakeland region is hard to beat.
What are the best chalets for families and kids in Finland?
Is using a car the best way to get around in Finland?
While a car offers flexibility, especially outside of the main cities, it's not strictly necessary. Finland has an excellent public transport system, including trains and buses, connecting most areas. For exploring cities, walking and public transport are often preferable. Car rental is useful for exploring remote areas, particularly in Lapland.
What are the best pet friendly chalets in Finland?
Is there any unique natural phenomenon that Finland is known for?
The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) are a major draw, visible in Lapland during the winter months. The Midnight Sun, where the sun stays above the horizon for extended periods during the summer, is another unique phenomenon experienced in the northern parts of the country.
What are the best chalets with parking in Finland?
A week allows for a more in-depth exploration. Consider splitting your time between Helsinki for city exploration and a region like the Lake District for nature and relaxation. Alternatively, a week in Lapland could focus on winter activities (if visiting during winter) or hiking and exploring the vast wilderness.
What are the top destinations for a weekend in Finland?
Helsinki offers a great blend of history, culture, and modern attractions for a weekend trip. Turku, a historic city with a charming atmosphere, is also a popular choice. For a nature escape, consider a weekend in the Archipelago, easily accessible from Helsinki.
What area of Finland has the most desirable weather year-round?
No area in Finland has consistently desirable weather year-round. Finland experiences distinct seasons. The southern coast has milder winters and warmer summers compared to Lapland, but still experiences cold winters and relatively short summers.
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Best Finland luxury chalets with Hot tub or Jacuzzi
Among the 1090 accommodations in Finland, here are the 4 best luxury chalet rentals with a hot tub or jacuzzi
9.9 246 reviews
Finland
05/07 – 08/07
217 €/nighttotal: 651 € (3 )
Leporanta, Upea Lomamökki Kuorasjärven Rannalla
2 6
chalet , Alavus
This charming chalet is located just a short distance from the centre of Alavus, nestled in a peaceful wooded area with beautiful lake views. It has consistently received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall guest experience. The chalet has two bedrooms and one bathroom, providing comfortable accommodation for up to six guests across 64 square metres. It features a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace with a barbecue, a private hot tub and sauna, a rowboat for exploring the lake, and a garden with a playground for children.
8.4 8 reviews
Finland
03/07 – 05/07
180 €/nighttotal: 360 € (2 )
Pappilan Kartano Sauna Lodge
1 2
chalet , Simo
This Simo chalet, near Pappilan Kartano sauna lodge (distance unspecified), offers stunning sea views and convenient access to local amenities. The 60-square-metre self-catering property sleeps seven guests and features a fully equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher, a private terrace, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.
9.5 2 reviews
Finland
27/06 – 01/07
336 €/nighttotal: 1344 € (4 )
Porotieva
2 2
chalet , Posio
This Posio lakeside lodge is situated 45km from Riisitunturi National Park, offering direct beach access. The 100 square metre property boasts two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, sauna, jacuzzi, and parking for up to nine guests, perfect for families or groups.
9.0 32 reviews
Finland
07/08 – 11/08
85 €/nighttotal: 340 € (4 )
Päärakennus
2 3
chalet , Karijoki
This charming chalet is situated in Karijoki, just 14 miles from Botnia Golf and 59 miles from Vaasa Airport, making it an ideal base for exploring the beautiful Finnish countryside. Guests have consistently rated this property highly for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The chalet offers 120 square metres of space, comfortably accommodating up to 14 guests across two bedrooms and a bathroom. Enjoy a range of amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, a private beach, a terrace with river views, a fireplace, a sauna, and a jacuzzi, all perfect for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Best Finland chalets with a sauna
9.9 244 reviews
Finland
20/11 – 27/11
168 €/nighttotal: 1176 € (7 )
Log Cottage
1 2
chalet , Kangasniemi
This luxurious log cabin is situated in the Kangasniemi district of Finland, just 180 kilometres from Helsinki, and is surrounded by peaceful forests and lakes. The cabin has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The cabin has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, accommodating up to five guests. It features a fully equipped kitchen, a private sauna, a hot tub, and a lakefront location with a rowboat, providing a comfortable and relaxing stay with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration.
9.3 49 reviews
Finland
20/11 – 27/11
148 €/nighttotal: 1036 € (7 )
Räkkipirtti
2 2
chalet , Luosto
Räkkipirtti is a charming chalet located in Luosto, just 6.1 miles from the Amethyst Mine and a 70-mile drive from Rovaniemi Airport. This chalet enjoys excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. This two-bedroom chalet offers 63 square metres of space, accommodating up to five guests. The chalet provides a range of amenities and features, including a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace with river views, a sauna, a fireplace, ski-to-door access, and free parking and WiFi.
8.8 108 reviews
Finland
10/07 – 13/07
120 €/nighttotal: 360 € (3 )
Petäjälammen Turistimajat
2 1
chalet , Kuusamo
Petäjälammen Turistimajat is a chalet located in Kuusamo, Finland, situated just 6 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport. This 47 square metre chalet features two bedrooms, one bathroom, a sauna, a private terrace and a fully equipped kitchen, sleeping up to seven guests and offering access to a private beach and ski-to-door access.
10 3 reviews
Finland
07/11 – 11/11
250 €/nighttotal: 1000 € (4 )
Villa ÅBerg, Kuivaniemi
3 2
chalet , Ii
Villa Åberg, a spacious holiday home in Kuivaniemi, Ii, is situated approximately 43 kilometres from Kemi-Tornio Airport. This 100-square-metre chalet sleeps up to 14 guests in three bedrooms, one bathroom, and boasts a sauna, terrace, garden, and fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, plus free Wi-Fi and parking.