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             Lak089 - Pinewood Cape
A cosy log cabin in a secluded location in the end of a headland by the exceptionally clear Puruvesi Lake. The cabin has a good standard of amenities, cosy decor and a typically Scandinavian exterior. The cabin comprises an open plan kitchen, dining area and lounge that has a wood burning fireplace, sauna and shower room, a double bedroom with a wardrobe downstairs and a mezzanine with three single beds upstairs. A sofa bed in lounge sleeps additional two people.  

The cabin has a spacious terrace and a cosy balcony, both of which include table and chairs and enjoy beautiful views of the lake just 20 metres away. A sofa bed in the sitting area sleeps two people if required. 

The cabin is located in the heart of the beautiful Lakeland Archipelago near the world famous Punkaharju Ridge.  Lake cruises and fishing are popular in the area and fishing rods are included in the rental price. 

Canoes can be hired from the cabin owner. Snowmobile and ice-fishing safaris, winter rally and snowshoe hiking are popular in winter. Cross-country skiing tracks will be available in the area. Wild berries and mushrooms can be picked in the woods surrounding the cabin in late summer and autumn.

Cabin amenities:
Electric sauna, shower, WC, washing machine, fireplace and logs, microwave, electric oven and hobs, TV, radio, CD player, private pier, electric central heating, dishwasher, coffee maker, rowing boat, terrace, balcony, hoover, toaster, fridge/freezer, car heating point, child safety gate in stairs and a barbecue place outdoors. A baby bed and an iron/ironing board can be arranged by prior booking. A motor boat can be rented for approx. £15 a day.   

Pets are allowed, but smoking is not. Bed linen and towels can be hired for £10 per person. Final clean in the cabin can be arranged on your behalf for £89.   

Location:
The cabin is located in Hiukkajoki, 60km from Savonlinna Airport and 20km from the small town of Kesälahti, where local amenities are available. The nearest neighbour is located about 80m away, while the shallow, secluded lake shore is just 20m from the cabin.

Savonlinna with its cultural interests is located 60km away. The town's lakeside position and harbour are particularly beautiful in summer when the town is bustling with visitors from all around the world. Visit the handsome medieval Olavinlinna Castle, where guided tours are given daily in different languages, including English. The castle is positioned on a small island and you walk in along a long pier, that is periodically opened for passing cruise ships. The castle is open all year apart from public holidays and 15-25 December. 

Punkaharju Ridge, famous for its extraordinary landscape comprising a myriad of islands and lakes, is located just 30km away. Drive through the narrow roads surrounded by water for a truly beautiful lakeland scenery and visit the unique Retretti Art Centre (open daily approx. 2.6-28.8), that houses art in different forms in galleries  located partly underground. 

Children will love the Kesämaa (Summerland) Water and Adventure Park next door to Retretti (open daily approx. 6.6-13.8). Water slides, bouncy castles, climbing tracks and boats offer fun for the whole day. Another family attraction well worth a visit is the lovely Kitee Animal Park 40km away. The park is inhabited by mainly native Finnish wildlife including brown bears, lynxes, wolverines and reindeers (open daily approx. 15.4-31.10).

Kolovesi National Park about 60km away is a 23km² wilderness area of lakes, woods and rock walls that can reach as high as 40m above the ground level. The park was originally formed during the ice age and you can still spot signs of life from the stone ages. The park today is inhabited by a community of endangered Saimaa seals, while visitors are invited to enjoy a walk along one of the many pretty nature trails or take to the waters on a canoe.

The nearest ski resort is Ruunarinteet 70km away.  This small resort has 2km of cross-country skiing tracks and 6 ski slopes for downhill skiing. The ski slopes are fairly small and particularly suitable for beginners and families. All ski equipment can be hired from a rental shop and a small cafe serves snacks and hot drinks. 

How do I get there?
Fly on Finnair from London Heathrow, Manchester, Edinburgh or Dublin to Savonlinna (60km from cabin) or Joensuu (95km) via Helsinki. Pick up a hire car at the airport.

Fly low-cost on Blue1 from London Heathrow, Dublin,  Copenhagen, Amsterdam, Berlin, Rome, Athens, Oslo, Hamburg, Barcelona, Madrid, Paris, Gothenburg or Nice to Helsinki (345km). Pick up a hire car at the airport.

Fly low-cost on Ryanair from London Stansted, Liverpool, Dublin or Frankfurt to Tampere (400km). Pick up a hire car at the airport.

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