[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Romantic Forest Cottage near Lake • Sauna, Firepit & Cozy Scandinavian Design Cottage in Kitee with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116920000/116916300/116916223/99c5a745.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/87fde2a1-b92a-410a-8f7c-5314379e2d22-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=608) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116920000/116916300/116916223/f53ad110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116920000/116916300/116916223/3bba272e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116920000/116916300/116916223/c54ec973.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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 travelers may like the boating and bicycling at this cottage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and laundry facilities are available to all guests. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom754 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 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 ## Similar properties ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107860000/107858400/107858321/10665369.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ferienhaus in Finnland Direkt am See Pohjois-Karjala - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=107858321&PinnedHotelID=107858321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113630000/113622200/113622198/583548ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A sunny, vintage villa with private sandy beach and breathtaking lake views North Karelia - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=113622198&PinnedHotelID=113622198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107190000/107181500/107181406/53084ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haus Direkt am See Niukkala - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=107181406&PinnedHotelID=107181406&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 3 total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Property Registration Number 040766-172t ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Kitee is home to this cottage. Local points of interest include Kesalahti Church, Old Mill of Puhos, and Niinikummun uimaranta. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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