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Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design

Cottage in Kitee with kitchen and patio

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A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling and boating at this cottage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom70 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design

Romantic Forest Design Cottage with Sauna, Lake & Firepit | Kesälahti, Finland

Welcome to Varmonniemi, a fully renovated designer mökki (May 2025) nestled in the peaceful Finnish forest just 700 meters from a serene lake. This intimate cabin blends Scandinavian aesthetics with slow-living comfort — ideal for couples, creatives, and anyone seeking quiet reconnection with nature.

Inside, enjoy a warm and light-filled living space, a compact kitchen with all essentials, a cozy dining nook, and a stylish bathroom. The sofa easily transforms into a second bed (140cm), while upstairs awaits a dreamy bedroom with a double bed and oversized 240cm duvet — perfect for sharing warmth on chilly nights.

Step outside and breathe. Toast marshmallows over the private firepit, sip wine under string lights, or take a morning walk to the lake for a cold dip. You’ll also have access to a rowboat with life jackets — perfect for quiet paddles across crystal-clear waters.

Highlights:
• Private sauna experience
• Romantic firepit under the stars
• Rowboat included for peaceful lake moments
• Stylish interior with natural materials and soft tones
• Surrounded by nature, no neighbors in sight
• 13km to grocery store, hiking trails nearby
• Fully equipped kitchen, high-quality tableware & candles
• Year-round access (great for winter stargazing or summer swims)

This rare design retreat is a perfect escape from digital overload and urban stress. Whether you want to write, reconnect, celebrate, or simply listen to silence — Varmonniemi is ready.

Book now to experience Finnish stillness in a space crafted for comfort, aesthetics, and calm.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (70 centimetre high)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 754 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total (up to 10 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 040766-172t

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Pohjois-Karjala, Pohjois-Karjala

What's nearby

  • Kesalahti Church - 21 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Old Mill of Puhos - 32 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Niinikummun uimaranta - 36 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Kitee Church - 41 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Punkaharju Ridge - 57 min drive - 56.8 km

Getting around

  • Kesälahti Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ravintola Pivanka - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ravintola Karjalan Kievarin sydän - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kalatuuri / Eväshelmi - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Karin Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • Röhmö

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design located?

Situated in Kitee, this cottage is 8.7 mi (14 km) from Kesalahti Church and within 20 miles (32 km) of Old Mill of Puhos and Niinikummun uimaranta. Kitee Church and Saaren Church are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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