Beautiful mini villa right on the lakeside
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Overview
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
4 guests
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Villa
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Bathrooms
1 Full bath
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Susan S.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
This is an upscale, modern villa within steps of t...
This is an upscale, modern villa within steps of the lake. It features floor to ceiling panoramic windows, a well equipped kitchen, tiled bath with sauna, and a comfortable, high ceiling, dining and living area. The comfy bed is upstairs in a loft. The only downsides are steep stairs to a loft that is only about 5 feet in height. The patio has sturdy and comfortable outdoor furniture and a grill. Management is attentive and the property is kept pristinely clean.
Had a delightful walk in the Parsaniemi natural area just a kilometer away. Blueberries and mushrooms galore.
Written 8 November 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Joseph A.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
This is a lovely home in a stunning location, with...
This is a lovely home in a stunning location, with sweeping views of a very nice lake. The villa is very well designed and was very clean. The sauna is large and very nicel--since it is connected to the bathroom, its residual heat makes the room nice and warm. The supplies are all first rate--lots of Ikea, although not overy generous. The pictures are very accurate.
We had trouble communicating with the hosts before our arrival, but i believe that was a glitch in the VRBO website, not their problem.
There are no instructional or introductory materials for the villa and area, so we had problem with some of the simple systems, but the hosts responded quickly and solved the systems issues. It would probably help to have them meet you upon arrival--they offered this, but we declined.
We used the row boat, which was quite adequate for rowing and fishing in the area, but not designed for long distant rowing. The fishing (pike) was very good.
The nearby town of Taavetti has a very nice grocery, a couple of local restaurants (Bistro Ostolo was our favorite). There is also a bank and 24 hour ATM.
Note you should NOT drive down to the front of the villa, because there is no place to turn around and the road is narrow. Rather, park in the parking lot and walk down--just a minute or so.
Written 6 October 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Richard C.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
The cabins are just as you see on the web site. Ne...
The cabins are just as you see on the web site. New this year they have been well thought through and provide almost everything you could want at such a location. There is accommodation for 4, so for us as a couple there was more than ample room to relax. We chose to use the upstairs bed. The ceiling is low here but its worth putting up with a bit of discomfort getting in and out of bed because the view is stunning. It is like having a full wall picture in front of you that is living. We spent a lot of time out on the deck which was remarkably bug free and there is a walk to the headland to the East which is very pleasant.
The sauna was great and the toilet and shower area clean with ample towels provided. Coloured sets mean no confusion as to whose is whose! We made use of the washing machine which was useful on our 2 week Scandinavian trip.
Cooking facilities come in the shape of a 2-ring hob, microwave and barbecue. A conventional or combi oven/grill would be an improvement and allow you to cook a greater range of things.but we were able to knock up some great meals with what we had. The shops in Taavetti are less than 10 minutes drive away but be warned the Alko closes at 16:00 on a Saturday ! The selection of shops at Lappeenranta is much greater.
If coming from the Kouvola direction you really need to use a sat nav to find the place. Signage from the Lappeenranta direction is much better.
We went on trips to Lappeenranta which we found very pleasant and did a cruis on the Saimma canal. We also visited the historic paper mill at Verla and the Tsar's fishing lodge at Kotka. The Salpa line is only about 15 minutes away at Jurvala and there are interesting walks from the car park on route 6 which is clearly signposted. It wasn't in our guide book and so was an added bonus.
Some little things to be aware of is that the blinds were a bit temperamental and needed gentle handling; the glazed partition of the bed area lets light through and passers by to see in. We covered it with the bed spread at night; the TV stations have been selected for Russian visitors a few local stations which often have English programmes with Finnish sub-titles would give a wider selection. However, with good weather we were outside most of the time and it didn't really matter.
We hope you enjoy a stay here as much as we did.
Written 26 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
CLAUDE B.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
I definitely recommend, perfect stay, almost every...
I definitely recommend, perfect stay, almost everything you need, fantastic spot and wonderful sauna.
Written 26 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Tim H.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
This little apt. is perfectly located next to the ...
This little apt. is perfectly located next to the lake you see on the pictures. I must say it even looks better in real life than on the pictures. It is just beautiful (we were lucky and it was sunny everyday ;) ).
The bed is huge and comfy and the sauna is perfect to relax for some time with the same view as waking up (it's under the "bedroom").
The host(s) were welcoming us very friendly and my gf even got flowers for international women's day. Lovely.
Would definitely come again. Although we loved the snowy environment next time will be in summer just to see how it looks without all the white powder.
Written 26 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Anne-Marie F.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
The property is as beautiful as on the listing. Su...
The property is as beautiful as on the listing. Super clean, excellent beds, stunning views. Each villa has its own sauna and is seconds from the lake. It is a wonderful place to chill out. The sunsets were at times stunning. We were greeted by Jema who is extremely kind and helpful.
I would recommend eye masks for sleeping because there are no blinds on the top windows. We enjoyed using the BBQ as well as the fully fitted kitchen. There is a good supermarket in Taavetti, just 8 mins drive away.
Driving up to Kotka to visit the Tsar’s fishing lodge is worth it. It’s just under 1 hour drive.
I definitely recommend this place for a simple, quiet and relaxing holiday.
Written 26 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Robert G.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Sehr sauber verarbeitetes Ferienhaus mit eingerich...
Sehr sauber verarbeitetes Ferienhaus mit eingerichteter Küche und Sauna. Die Lage am See ist traumhaft bei Sonnenuntergang. Weil die Seite zum See voll verglast ist, hat man vom Esstisch, vom Sofa, vom Bett und aus der Sauna immer vollen Blick auf den See.
Very accurate constructed cottage wirh fully equipped kitchen and sauna. The place is beautiful with a direct view to the lake.
As the side directed to the lake has fully windows, you have always a great view, regardless you are sitting at the dining table or in the sauna or laying in the bed. Perfect cottage!
Written 26 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Leif S.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Das Ferienhaus ließ keine wünsche offen
Es liegt 1...
Das Ferienhaus ließ keine wünsche offen
Es liegt 10 Meter vom glasklaren Saimaasee weg den wir ausgiebig nutzten ( angeln , baden und saunieren)
Aber das beste ist das Panoramafenster im Schlafzimmer wo wir jeder Abend den Sonnenuntergang genießen konnten
Uns war es sogar vergönnt Flughörnchen Nachts zu beobachten
Das Haus liegt auch sehr Verkehrsgünstig da man in einer halben Stunde in Lappeenrata ist
Was zum essen gehen ein muss ist
Wir fanden es super und würden immer wieder buchen
Written 26 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Gregor B.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Waren sehr zufrieden, es ist sehr sauber und alles...
Waren sehr zufrieden, es ist sehr sauber und alles da was man für einen schönen Aufenthalt benötigt.
Written 26 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Anna W.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Sehr schönes kleines Häusschen am See. Es war saub...
Sehr schönes kleines Häusschen am See. Es war sauber und angenehm warm, obwohl es draußen geschneit hatte. Der nächste größere Ort ist gut mit dem Auto zu erreichen. Zum Wandern braucht man nur vor die Tür. Die Hauskeeperin kommt aus Russland. Ihr Englisch war ausreichend um das Häuschen zu zeigen und die im Haus verbaute Sauna zu erklären.
Written 26 July 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
What this rental offers
Outdoor amenities
- Patio
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Television
Bathroom and laundry
- Towels provided
- Washer
Things to do
- Fishing spots available
- Skiing available
Indoor amenities
- Air conditioning
- Internet access
Kitchen and dining
- Grill
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cooker
- Toaster
Location info
- Kid friendly
Additional amenities
- Boat available
- Sauna
Living spaces
- Highchair
Wi-fi and internet
- Wi-fi
Location features
- Waterfront location
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Map
Getting there
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
162.8 km
Lappeenranta Airport
29.9 km
Restaurants
Leipomo Satun Makiat
18 min
Kahvi-Pakari
7.7 km
Ravintola Cafe Bank
4.7 km
Ostola
4.7 km
Attractions
Kotkaniemi
4.7 km • History Museums
Taavetin linnoitus
4.6 km • Ancient Ruins
Escape Luumäki
4.7 km • Escape Games
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableSkiing available
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 4 p.m. • Check out by 11 a.m.
Cancellation policy
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