This vacation home places you 16.7 mi (26.9 km) from Kesäranta Beach and 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from Samulinhiekka. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Backcountry base by Interhome
Spacious and versatile base for holiday in Iivantiira district in Kuhmo. Not located by the water, but rowing boat and trailer are in use. Peaceful place, suitable as a base for wilderness tourism and nature activities. 55 km to the north from Kuhmo, 55 km to the southeast from Hyrynsalmi municipality center.
The main building of the farm, built in 1961, completely renewed and renovated. Living room with spreadable bed, bedroom with double bed, another bedroom with 2 separate beds, sauna, washroom/WC, separate WC and hall. Small covered porch. Yard sauna with sauna room and dressing room. The sauna is equipped with wood-burning sauna stove and water tank connected to the sauna stove. Tank is used for water heating. There is no electricity in the sauna. Water to the sauna must be brought by using a bucket from the house, distance 10 m. Nice old-style smoker, suitable for smoking meat. Fence and shelter for the dog. In the yard there are a cowshed, vehicle shed and free-range area for cattle. Those are rented to the cattle breeder, who goes daily to take care of the animals (cattle). There is Smart TV in the house, Netflix streaming service is pre-installed. Home theater system. 4G connection works well in the area. The owner makes a ski trail starting from the yard, length is about 3 km. Good and peaceful swimming beach 5 km (lake Särkkäjärvi). Backcountry Base is not on the beach, but guests have access to the rowing boat and the trailer. Trailer can be used to transfer the boat to a suitable lake. If necessary, the owner can make the transfer.
Snowmobile Ski Doo Tundra Extreme 600 e-trek, ATV Honda 420 and motorboat 5 m and boat with Honda 50 hp outboard motor for rent. The boat will be rented with a driver. More information from the owner.
Hunting: small game hunting area on state owned lands 5611 Hyrynsalmi-Ristijärvi starts at a distance of half a kilometer. Destination 5617 West Kuhmo is approximately 4 km away (www.eraluvat.fi).
Fishing: Fishing spots at river Selkäjoki and Mikitänjoki are well reachable (e.g. trout plantings and permit automats). 5411 The Northern Ostrobothnia-Kainuu angling permit allows you to fish with a fly or lure on state owned state waters located in Northern Ostrobothnia and Kainuu (www.eraluvat.fi). The fisheries management fee allows you to fish with one rod and lure in lake and pond waters, but not in the rapids and streaming waters considered containing migratory fish (www.eraluvat.fi).
Kuhmo city center services 55 km, Hyrynsalmi 55 km. Vuokatti 100 km. Bed linen in place and final cleaning are included in the prices.
Included in price: ERV cancellation insurance Final cleaning (Basic cleaning is always carried out by the guest) (2025-06-20 - 2026-04-30) Laundry (initial supply of bed linen and towels) (2025-06-20 - 2026-04-30) Interhome plants 100'000 m2 of flowering fields to save the bees
incl. in the price but needs to be booked beforehand: Pet (max. 1 pet) (2025-06-20 - 2026-04-30)
#FI5640.607.1
The vacation home features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.
Property manager
INTERHOME
Languages
Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Sauna
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
FI5640.607.1
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
How much does it cost to stay at Backcountry base by Interhome?
As of Jun 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backcountry base by Interhome on Jun 30, 2025 start from $478.17, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Backcountry base by Interhome good for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a sauna.
Does Backcountry base by Interhome have a hot tub?
No, but this vacation home does have a sauna.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Backcountry base by Interhome?
No, at Backcountry base by Interhome, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.
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