Family-friendly vacation rentals in Central Finland

Small sauna cabin on its own beach, "Hyväntahtonen"

A small and modest beach cottage is located about 2 km from the main road, on the border of Pihtipudas and Viitasaari. Enjoy a sauna, a swim, and some rest, even if it’s just for a stopover on your journey, or stay a little longer! You can stay in the loft and in the main room of the cottage. Air-source heat pump and fireplace. Wood-fired sauna. Tap water is safe to drink. A clean outdoor toilet in an outbuilding, with a new ecological and hygienic flushing toilet seat. You have access to a gas grill and a rowboat. The basic booking includes the making of one double bed for two people.

Cottage with hot tub

Do you miss a relaxing break from everyday life? A small, cozy cottage awaits you! Sleeping accommodations for four: a pull-out sofa bed for two (140 cm when pulled out) downstairs, and upstairs in the loft, mattresses for two people. Best suited for a holiday for two. Linens and towels for an additional fee. The hot tub on the terrace is always available; use is included in the price. The cottage has an indoor toilet and shower, an electric sauna, a kitchen with basic appliances (fridge + microwave + stove), and an air-source heat pump. Stores and restaurants are within walking distance.

Järvenranta hobby Viitasaarella

Keitele opens on three sides, there is a beautiful, spacious log villa on the peninsula, and another one closer to the beach. The villa has a kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a loft, a bathroom, and a sauna. The beach cottage has 1 room and a sauna. The hot tub is available with a separate agreement and weather permitting, a surcharge of 130 €/week. Amenities: electricity, microwave, refrigerator, stove, oven, toaster, running water from a borehole, fireplace. The place is available from the beginning of October to the middle of December and again from the end of February to the end of April.

Cottage on the shore of Lake Hako

Electrified cottage with a good lake view. Large terrace, summer kitchen, outdoor sauna, fire pit (by agreement), several campfire sites, gas stove, gas grill, refrigerator and a small freezer compartment. Space for a group of 6 people. There is a rowing boat with an electric motor. Running water from the lake. (There is drinking water in a canister in the cottage.) The sauna has electric travel showers. Fishing in the lake and small game hunting (by agreement) is possible. For long-term guests, laundry service is available.

Governor's Estate Vacation Home

A romantic and cozy little house in Maaherranniemi on the shore of Lake Koutajärvi in Keitele. Winterized. Broadband connection 200/200 Mbps. Good fishing and outdoor opportunities all year round. 7 km to the center of Keitele, about 1 km to the ski trail. Private beach with a sandy bottom and gently deepening. Rowboat and fishing gear. Barbecue hut nearby. Smoke sauna in summer by agreement, extra charge. Hot tub for rent. Pets allowed. Opportunity to learn about agriculture and dairy production.

Villa on the shores of Lake Kivijärvi, sauna, motorboat.

The cottage sits on the peaceful shores of Lake Kivijärvi with evening sun and a relaxing natural setting. The main cottage sleeps 8 with three bedrooms and a sofa bed, bathroom, utility room, kitchen, two toilets, and good storage. The sauna cabin sleeps 6. Comforts include a dishwasher, washing machine, drying cabinet, induction stove, Wi‑Fi, and municipal water. An EV charger is available. A rowing boat with a 6 hp motor is included, and a 150 hp boat can be rented with a separate agreement.

Fairy tales on the forest lake

A typical Finnish cottage (55.8 sq.m) was built in 1972 and completely renovated in 2014, preserving the authentic atmosphere. The nearest shop or gas station is 25 kilometers away. We live behind the forest 200 meters from the cottage all year round. The location of the cottage is unique in that, on the one hand, you feel complete freedom and privacy, on the other hand, we are always around and ready to help and communicate if you wish. Our plot and garden are always open to our guests.

Unique guesthouse with ameneties by a lake

This extremely unique 200-year old log house offers you an outstanding holiday. The property locates only 15 minutes by car from Jyväskylä. The cottage is on the lower part of the property by a private beach. You can relax by the fireplace, go to sauna or go swimming into the lake. There is a central heating and an additional fireplace, indoor toilet, shower and sauna. Drinking water from tap. During summer you can relax on hammock or by the outdoor fireplace. Bathing/hot tub available.

Leporinne - lakeside, 2 bedrooms, downtown

Leporinne's 59 m2 two-bedroom apartment is located in the center of Saarijärvi on the shore of the lake. This apartment is a private apartment in the extension of a detached house, with its own entrance. The central location brings a pleasant ease to your work or vacation trip, as shops, schools, sports fields, playgrounds and other downtown services are just a short walk away. On the other hand, you may also enjoy the yard, as guests have access to the beach and the lush yard.

Villa Bourbon Street

A newly completed, winter-inhabitable, electrified holiday home is available for rent, in a beautiful lake cove where the evening sun shines. A newly built beach with a sandy bottom and a renovated beach sauna with a tub can also be found on the beach. The place is located in Kärkkäälä, on the shore of the lake. On the borders of Hankasalmi and Konneves. Jyväskylä is about 70 km away, Kuopio 120 km. Hankasalmi is about 25 km away and Konnevesi center is about 15 km away.

Small cottage for a real stop

Experience a self-catering Finnish cottage experience by the lake. TAIGA SALMENMÄKI is a small and atmospheric cottage for two, where the day passes to the rhythm of nature. You can enjoy your morning coffee on the large terrace or on the shore stones by the lake, and in the evening you can watch the sunset from the sauna. You don't have to do anything here. It's enough to slow down for a moment and enjoy nature, the silence and simple cottage life.

Cozy cottage-karaoke by the lake, Jyväskylä region

The cabin is located on the shore of lake Kiimasjärvi. 40 km from Jyväskylä. Inside there is a bedroom and a loft, a dining/kitchen room, a sauna and a washroom. The cottage has dishes for 6 people, pillows and blankets and towels (free). Karaoke. Rent sheets cost (10 Euro/set or you bring your own sheets with you). Smoking is prohibited in the cabin. The yard has a barbecue canopy,a swing and a slide. There is Hot tube. Rental (70e/1day).