Cottage life in Lakeland FInland
Cottages
Whether you’re looking to unwind in a lakeside sauna, explore scenic trails, paddle across quiet waters, or cozy up by the fireplace, a cottage holiday here lets you reconnect with nature and yourself. Available year-round, each season brings its own charm — from summer swims and berry picking to snowy adventures and starlit winter nights.
Cottage life in the Lakeland might just be the secret to Finnish happiness.
Cottages and villas in the Lahti region
The diverse selection of holiday cottages in the Lahti region is located along easy connections. On the shores of Päijänne and other clear lakes, you can enjoy saunas and the peace of nature, but the sights are still close by when you prefer some activities, for a change.
A vast selection of rental cottages can be found and booked in Lomarengas and AirBnB platforms. All cottages of Lahti Region you’ll find by using our region’s Finnish name Päijät-Häme in your search.
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All cottages of Lahti Region in Lomarengas
Book cottages in Asikkala
Sights
Asikkala is the gateway to Lake Päijänne – from Asikkala’s cabins it is a short distance to, for example, the 8 km long Pulkkilanharju, which is part of Päijänne National Park. The descriptive heart of Asikkala is the Vääksy canal area and the idyllic Old Vääksy village (Vanha Vääksy), which offers sights, tastes and shopping places for the whole day.
Nearest services
Grocery stores, shopping places and restaurants are located in Asikkala’s municipal center in Vääksy. From the cottages located in the northern parts of Asikkala, it is also a short distance to Kalkkinen village, where you can find e.g. grocery store and Pihamaa winery.
Lakes
Most of Asikkala’s cabins are located on the shore of Lake Päijänne. Lakes Ruotsalainen and Vesijärvi are also common cottage lakes.
Book cottages in Padasjoki
Sights
From the Laivaranta harbour you can take a cruise boat or boat taxi to, for example, Päijänne National Park and its lagoon-like sandy beaches of ridge island Kelvenne. At the Kullasvuori observation tower you can admire the national park scenery.
Nearest services
Various food shopping opportunities and restaurants can be found in the Padasjoki municipal center. The popular Kiuasniemi Marina summer restaurant can be found on Laivaranta.
Lakes
Many of Padasjoki’s cabins are located on the shore of Lake Päijänne, but the large Vesijako lake and village are also popular cabin areas.
Book cottages in Sysmä
Sights
Sysmä is known of its manors and culture. Sysmän Suvisoitto music festival, Book Village Days, Night of Books and art exhibitions at Pinxinmäki are an important part of the summer in Sysmä. Pinxinmäki is located in Suopelto area which also houses a boutique hotel Ilola Inn and its cosy summer restaurant, as well as Päijätsalo observation tower, which is part of the Päijänne National Park.
Nearest services
In the center of Sysmä you can find a diverse selection of grocery stores, shopping places, restaurants and cafes. From the cottages located in the eastern and northern parts of Sysmä, it is convenient to shop in the center of Hartola as well.
Lakes
Some of Sysmä’s cabins are located on the shores of Päijänne, but there are also many smaller lakes in the municipality, such as Majutvesi and Suojärvi which are also popular cottage lakes.
Book cottages in Heinola
Sights
Heinola Rantapuisto park and the beautiful block of wooden houses, museums and restaurants in the city centre are on the to-do list of Heinolan visitors. From Rantapuisto, it is also worth walking to picturesque Siltasaari for a coffee. A great summer cafe is Harjupaviljonki, whose waffles are worth tasting.
Nearest services
In the center of Heinola you can find a diverse selection of shopping places as well as restaurants and cafes. For food shopping, you should head to Sinilähde Citymarket or Vuohkallio, where you can find a local food market Heila and several factory stores for shoppers. The cottages located in the northern parts of Heinola are also served by the shops of the Heinola church village.
Lakes
Many of Heinola’s cabins are located by large bodies of water, either Ruotsalainen or Konnivesi, which are connected to Lake Päijänne via the Kalkkinen canal.
Book cottages in Iitti
Sights
The natural beauty of Iitti enchants with its green landscapes and authentic rural atmosphere. There is enough to see for the whole family. For the youngest in the family, a visit to Olga’s farm or Kilkkilä farm guarantees the best day! Get to know the lovely villages of Vuolenkoski and church village. Hike to the top of Hiidenvuori and experience a significant landscape destination.
Nearest services
The Iitti municipal center in Kausala offers versatile services as well as restaurants and cafes. From the cabins located in the northern parts of Iitti, it is also convenient to do gocery shopping at the Vuolenkoski village store.
Lakes
Many of Iitti’s cabins are located in the Kymijoki River and on the shores of fishy lakes such as Kettujärvi, Leininselkä and Urajärvi.
Cottages in Hollola
Sights
The Hollola’s medieval church and the church village are worth a day trip. The high hills of Tiirismaa, the rugged Pirunpesä rock fissure and the hiking and biking trails that stretch to the shore of Lake Vesijärvi bring vacationers the desired escape from everyday life. A winter vacationer’s paradise is Southern Finland’s largest ski center Messilä, which also offers access to the cross-country ski tracks of Salpausselkä stretching all the way to Lahti Sports Centre.
Nearest services
Hollola’s cottages are located on both sides of Lake Vesijärvi, either on the western side of the church village and the municipal center or on the eastern side of Paimela. On the western side, it is convenient to shop in the markets of the municipal center, and there is also a village store in the church village. From the eastern side, the services of Lahti and Vääksy are a convenient distance away.
Lakes
Many of Hollola’s cottages are located on the shores of Lake Vesijärvi. If you have a boat at your disposal, it is easy to take day trips from the cottage to the Vääksy canal or to the various ports of Lahti.
Book cottages in Hartola
Sights
The shores of the Tainionvirta River attract those interested in nature, fishing and hiking, as well as enjoying museum and summer art exhibitions at the Itä-Häme museum and Art Salon Talvio. In the winter, skiing and snowboarding is available in the ski center Purnu.
Nearest services
A diverse range of services can be found in the center of Hartola.
Lakes
Many of Hartola’s cabins are located on the shores of a larger body of water consisting of various lakes, such as Jääsjärvi and Rautavesi. There are also options along the Tainionvirta River.
Book cottages in Lahti
Sights
Sibelius Hall and Lahti harbor with its restaurants and cruise boats are a must in Lahti, not forgetting the Lahti Sports Center with its ski jump towers. Music and sports events, concerts and the versatility of museums quench your thirst for culture.
Nearest services
For food shopping, you should head to either the Laune, Holma or Karisto areas.
Lakes
Lahti cabins are often located on the shore of Lake Vesijärvi and on the shores of smaller lakes in the area of eastern Lahti and Sports Centre Pajulahti.