Holiday Villa and Lakeside Sauna by Lake Puruvesi
Location by the Lake Puruvesi – Poroniemi
A charming summer villa surrounded by a beautiful, well-kept yard. The clear waters of Lake Puruvesi are just 150 metres away, where you’ll find a lakeside sauna with a terrace and steps leading directly into the lake. Next to the sauna, there's a rowing boat available for guests to use free of charge, a peaceful, scenic property close to nature, with a crystal-clear, pristine lake at your doorstep.
Main Building
A charming log villa built over 100 years ago. The house features two entrances, a traditional open-plan kitchen and living area, three bedrooms, a bathroom with a shower and toilet, and a cozy library room. Located in the natural surroundings of Poroniemi, the villa is surrounded by spacious yards, a well-maintained garden and lawn, a gazebo, an outhouse, and a barbecue area.
Lakeside Sauna Cottage
The lakeside sauna cottage is a quaint little building with a wood-fired sauna, a dressing room, and a small terrace with steps leading directly into the lake. Water is carried manually. If you’re not familiar with using a wood-heated sauna, the owner or the holiday hosts are happy to assist.
Bed Linen
Bed linen is required. You can bring your own or rent a set from us. Each linen set includes: a sheet, duvet cover, pillowcase, bath towel, and hand towel. All linens are professionally laundered in a facility that follows high hygiene standards.
Private Lakeshore
The private shoreline features a lakeside sauna, and next to it is another beach area with a rowing boat available for guest use. The beach faces south toward the Poroniemi bay. The lake bottom is soft white sand with some natural stones. A peaceful and pleasant spot for swimming and relaxing.
Lake Puruvesi
Lake Puruvesi is one of the clearest lakes in Finland. Its water quality is tested annually and meets the standards for drinking water. In autumn, when the water cools, visibility can exceed 10 meters. To help protect the unique nature of Puruvesi, the ProPuruvesi association was established.
Location
Kesälahti is located in Eastern Lakeland Finland, on a narrow isthmus between two stunning lakes. It lies right in the heart of the region: 100 km south of Joensuu, 100 km north of Imatra, 65 km east of Savonlinna, 35 km east of Punkaharju, and 40 km east of Kerimäki.
It is easily accessible by car via Highway 6, which runs through the village. Kesälahti has a beautiful railway station just 1.5 km from the village centre, making it easy to arrive by train as well.
Activities & Events
Kesälahti is a vibrant and close-knit community known for its creative and sometimes even delightfully quirky events. Everyone knows each other and knows how to get things done.
The heart of the village is Sovintola, a former schoolhouse now serving as a community hub. It hosts a café, heritage garden, handicraft shop, second-hand bookstore, art exhibitions, accommodation, artist residencies, and a meeting place for local associations. Every Saturday, there's a local market with freshly-baked goods and products from nearby producers.
You can also find nature excursions, workshops, and rental equipment for outdoor activities in the Lakeland Karelia online shop.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made more than 30 days before the start of the reservation: no cancellation fee
Cancellations made 15–30 days before the start: 50% of the rental price will be charged.
Cancellations made 0–14 days before the start: no refund
If the cancellation is made within 24 hours of booking, no cancellation fees will be charged.
Typically, travel insurance will cover cancellation costs if the reason is eligible under your policy.
Your host, Lakeland Karelia Oy
Our team will do everything we can to ensure your stay with us meets your expectations.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns — before, during, or after your holiday.
We warmly welcome you to joyful Eastern Finland!
Taina Arvekari
+358 400 418 933
welcome@lakelandkarelia.fi
Sisko Nousiainen
+358 40 750 2921
welcome@lakelandkarelia.fi
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