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

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Relax in a cozy seating area with a hanging chair suspended from the ceiling, surrounded by warm wooden walls and floors.
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Cozy living space with a fireplace, compact kitchen, and seating area.
Situated in a forested area, this cabin features a gabled roof and a front porch with a railing.
Relax in a serene space with a comfortable seating area, large window, and a charming table with a plant.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pohjois-Karjala, Pohjois-Karjala
  • Lusto Finnish Forest Museum
  • Kesalahti Church
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Punkaharju Ridge
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kitee

This cottage places you 8.7 mi (14 km) from Kesalahti Church. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Kesalahti Church - 21 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Niinikummun uimaranta - 36 min drive - 17.7 miles
  • Saaren Church - 52 min drive - 33.9 miles
  • Punkaharju Ridge - 57 min drive - 35.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kesälahti Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ravintola Pivanka - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Karin Cafe' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Elämänpolku / Koffert Pirjo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Issakainen Kommandiittiyhtiö - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kalatuuri - ‬11 min drive

About this property

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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.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

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
  • 3 pets total (up to 22 lbs 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 (28 inches high)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 3 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • 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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 040766-172t

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Kitee, close to Kesalahti Church.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design have a hot tub?

No, but this cottage does have a sauna.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

This cottage offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design?

Yes, every accommodation at Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design comes with a deck.

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