Beachfront holiday rentals in Pielisen Karjala

Lovely spot by the lake. House was nice and spacious. Everything worked well.

Our stay at the villa was just amazing. We usually never go to the same place twice but we both are considering to come back again.

Such an amazing place and definitely worth staying at. We stayed here for 3 days (because we wanted to visit Koli, but Kotakylä turned out to be even better experience than Koli itself!). The huts (kotas) are spacy and there is a fire place in each one of them + fire wood provided. Beds with mattresses and mosquito nets. There are also few bigger common tents, where people can get together and also a lovely very well equipped kitchen and dining area. Floating beach sauna is available for everyone (you have to experience that!) + kanoes, sup board etc. to try out. There is this funky, interesting and beautiful art everywhere, made by a finnish shaman that used to live here. The atmosphere is relaxed and magical - very down to earth. Although we loved the place itself, the best part of the visit was the staff. As we arrived we were welcomed by a young fellow, Albert, who kindly guided us through Kotakylä. He was always happy to help if we needed something and great company to chat with. Later we met the owners. No wonder the place has such a good energy. You can see that they really love it and take good care of it. They offered us freshly caught and cleaned fish, which we happily accepted and smoke cooked in one of their "smoking huts". In the end of the visit we bought some of their own natural finnish products (soap etc.). Lovely! We will definitely be back and might even bring our kids next time (although this was the perfect couple retreat get away holiday for us!). Thank you so much for the lovely stay! Lyhyesti Suomeksi. Paljon olen matkustellut ja erilaisia majoituksia ja paikkoja maailmalla nähnyt, mutta nyt täytyy kyllä sanoa, että jopas löytyi helmi ihan omasta kotimaasta! Sijainti ja kotakylän kauneus on mieletön. Kotakylällä on mielenkiintoinen historia ja siellä asuneen shamaanin taidetta on ripoteltu kauniisti sinne tänne. Omistajat rakastavat selkeästi tätä paikkaa ja se kyllä huokuu kaikkialla. Todella lämminhenkinen ja ystävällinen vastaanotto, palvelu ja tunnelma. Tämä oli vähän niin kuin eräilyä, mutta kaikilla mukavuuksilla varustettuna. Meille jäi kotakylästä ihanan rento ja hyvä fiilis. Tulemme ehdottomasti takaisin pidemmänkin matkan takaa ja mielellään myös pidemmäksi aikaa! Kiitos ihanasta majoituksesta <3 - Marianne ja Joose

The house far surpasses the pictures posted of this house. The house is situated in a unique and idyllic place. Just a 10 minute drive to one of the most spectacular scenery in all of Finland (Koli National Park). The house is perfectly equipped.

Great holiday house next to a beautiful big lake and within a short driving distance from the famous Koli.

Affordable and in a great location. A great option for those doing travel work.

Would definitely recommend booking this place! The cabin is lovely and the location is great. It is right next to a beautiful lake and close to the Koli national park.

We had a very nice stay and everything went smoothly. Good place to go with your dog also, and close to the hiking places in Koli.

Lovely spot with nice walking trails in the national park and also from the house. Used the canoe for a gentle paddle in the evening - beautiful!

Communicating with your host was smooth and quick. We found everything we needed in the cabin and a little more. Summer flowers in the doorway immediately made me feel welcome. Very neat cottage and just wonderful beach sauna! We spent a lot of time on the beach, in the sauna and eating soup. To top it all off, the scenery is ridiculously beautiful! I recommend it!

The stay was as expected. Host Sulo was reachable when needed. An all-around pleasant visit!

Really nice, cozy and spacious villa in a wonderful location on the shore of Pielinen. A good setting for a large group to relax close to nature. Quality accommodation. Warm recommendation.

We were very happy with the place. Beautiful in nature, with great views of the lake. The equipment was completely sufficient and in the evening you even had the opportunity to go to the sauna. I'd love to come back :)

We spent a family Christmas in a clean and cozy cottage that was in a beautiful and peaceful location within convenient distance of Koli's services. The beach sauna for an additional fee was definitely worth the price. Check-in was easy and we felt welcome, Helena had even left us a tree with decorations and a Christmas chocolate!