Koillismaa Homestay

65 km to the southwest from Kuusamo, in a calm residential area nearby Taivalkoski municipality center. Distance to the river Iijoki is about 150 m. End of terrace house, built from thermal log. The house is built in 2017. Living room/kitchen with sofa bed, two bedrooms, both with two beds, windows in bedrooms can be blacked out with curtains. Washroom/WC, sauna has an ever-ready heater, but notice: it takes at least 4 hours to heat up the sauna room. Please note this on your arrival date. Open terrace and storeroom. Car shelter. Tapiska is a stylish and contemporary apartment in the log house. There have not been any pets in the apartment and pets are not allowed in the future either. Services of Taivalkoski municipality center are within walking distance. The apartment suits well also for guests arriving by bus, bus station is 400 meters away. Good possibilities for outdoor activities. Fishing in river Iijoki, hiking, biking and cross country skiing in winter. Taivalvaara ski center 1,8 km, 2 ski lifts and ski trail network, also ski jumping hill. Whitewater rafting center 300 m away from the apartment. Gateway to the snowmobile trail network 20 m. Maintenance rack and waxing iron for skis, 1 pair of snow shoes + sticks, plastic snow ledge and kick sled available for the guests. Syöte national park 25 km (visitor centre 45 km), ski resort Iso-Syöte 45 km, Kylmäluoma hiking area 47 km, Hossa national park 60 km at closest (visitor center 83 km), Kuusamo 65 km, Ranua Zoo 80 km, Ruka 89 km.

45 km south of Kuusamo, 94 km north of Suomussalmi, lake Polojärvi 45 m (length of lake 6 km, width 2 km), shallow, gently deepening shore, gravel bottom, own rowing boat, dock. Log cabin, built in 2005. Living room /kitchen with sofa bed, bed room with double bed (width 140 cm), loft with two double beds (width 140 cm). Sauna with electric stove, bathroom / toilet, covered terrace. Lakeside sauna is a partially renovated old log sauna, in use from the beginning of June to the end of October. Water is carried from the lake. The sauna has a large covered porch. Keskiniemi is located on the peninsula of Polojärvi in ​​an open and sunny location. Flat yard and shallow beach suitable for children. Cottage is suitable for both relaxed holiday and base for active holiday. A doghouse and dog's cage in yard. Fishing on Lake Polojärvi: a fisheries management fee is needed, fishing is allowed on lakes, excluding the salmon-based streams (more www.eraluvat.fi). The fisherman is obliged to review the fishing restrictions at kalastusrajoitus.fi. Cottage owner gives more detailed information eg about fishing permits. Boat ramp is located 200 m away. Kylmäluoma Hiking Area 7 km. Excellent fishing opportunities in clear water lakes and ponds. Area has hiking trails, lean-to shelters, campfire sites, in winter cross country ski trails (15 km), snowmobile trails etc. Kylmäluoma is known for its rugged ridges, primeval forest and lakes. Fishing permits, see Kylmäluoma 4525 (www.eraluvat.fi). Hossa National Park 35 km (distance to its shortest), Visitor center ab. 40 km. Finland100 National Park 2017, eg rock paintings to see, varied hiking routes, canoeing and mountain biking. Hunting: Small game hunting area 5622 South Taivalkoski (see www.eraluvat.fi).

55 km south-west of Kuusamo, L.Kostonjärvi 300 m (length 20 km, width 10 km), path to shore, shallow shore, hard moraine/rock bottom, own boat. Shore exclusively for house. Log house, faced with wooden boards, interior panelling, built 1949, completely renovated and extended 2011. Living room/kitchen convertible sofa/bed, bedroom 2 double bed, closed sleeping loft 2 bes (steep stairs to loft, area 9,5 m², low room height), sauna, washroom/WC, hall, open porch. Large living room with baking oven, bedroom with small tall oven. Cot and baby feeding chair on request. Grill tepee. Renovated to a high standard, the house is in a quiet location. Level yard area, ideal for children. Yard area has old shed and a small barn. Lake Kostonjärvi offers good fishing opportunities (including stocked lake salmon). Boat slipway 10 km. A good place for a visit is Pyhitysvaara 30 km (with e.g. camp fire places and lean-to’s). Taivalvaara ski resort 35 km, Ruka 70 km, Syöte 70 km.

Aarnitupa is a well-equipped and cozy log villa in Taivalkoski, situated on the shores of the clear-watered and fish-rich Lake Kylmäluoma. Child-friendly, peaceful sandy beaches, adjacent to the fish-rich wilderness ponds of the Kylmäluoma hiking area, hiking trails with campfire sites, and the authentic locations from Kalle Päätalo's books ensure a successful vacation for families, fishermen, hunters, and other travelers. The cabin is a traditional planed log cabin that radiates warmth and coziness. It is insulated and paneled inside, creating a cozy atmosphere. On the ground floor, there is a living room with a sofa bed for relaxation. The kitchen is equipped with necessary utensils and appliances for preparing delicious meals. There is also a bedroom downstairs with a double bed, providing a peaceful place to rest. Furthermore, the ground floor includes a sauna with a wood-burning sauna stove, a bathroom, and a separate WC. On the upper floor, there is another spacious bedroom with both a double bed and two single beds. This upper floor space is suitable for families or groups of friends who wish to share accommodation. Please note that the stairs leading to the upper floor are quite steep. The cottage's terrace was glazed afterwards (the glazing is not visible in all photos). Outside the cabin, you will find a carport that provides shelter for your vehicle. There is also a fence with a dog house, allowing you to bring your pet on vacation (additional fee). Aarnitupa was built in 1991. Accommodation includes, among other things, a rowing boat and firewood for the fireplace and sauna (reasonable amount). Free 4G Wi-Fi also enables remote work. Guests have their own profile available for SmartTV streaming services (Netflix, Disney +). Bed linen is provided pre-made. Fishing is allowed on the lake without a separate permit in the owner's water area (however, those aged 18-69 must pay the fishery management fee, see https://www.eraluvat.fi/en/fishing/fisheries-management-fee.html). On the...

192 km north of Kajaani, Lake Tyräjärvi 30 m (length 12 km, width 4 km), shallow shore, rather soft moraine bottom, shore partly stony, jetty, own boat and outboard motor. The clients has to purchase fuel themselves for the outboard motor. Log and wooden board house, originally built during 1930s, last renovated 2004, living room/kitchen still has original log walls visible, walls in other rooms are covered. Large living room with convertible sofa/bed, kitchen, bedroom with double bed, sauna (wood-burning stove), washroom, room with fireplace (convertible sofa/bed), WC, glazed "summer room" with electric light. Separate sleeping cabin (in summer use) with 1 bed and 3 mattresses, suitable for children. Lakeshore sauna building, with sauna itself (wood-burning stove) and dressing room. Grill house, with electric light and terrace. Outdoor hot tub, available at extra fee. Storm Paula in June 2021 fell a lot of trees from the yard, so the view of the lake and the neighbor is now wider than in the photos. Delightful arrangement with large grassed, children-friendly yard area. Some of the energy is produced by solar panels. Internet connection: 200 Megan fiber connection and mesh routers, so the connection is stable and fast, eg for teleworking. The electric car can be charged in addition to the normal socket with 400 volts of power (no extra charge, cables to be brought by yourself). Plot has e.g. currant bushes; fruit on these can be freely picked and eaten in season. Owner rents out Lynx Adventure Touring (2013) snowmobile. Jokijärvi cultural sights including Finnish writer Kalle Päätalo’s childhood home at Kallioniemi 11 km, Kylmäluoma hiking area 10 km, Julma Ölkky canyon lake 25 km. Taivalkoski village 32 km. Kuusamo 64 km, Ruka 90 km, Kajaani 192 km, Oulu 190 km. Fishing: Lake Tyräjärvi (pike-perch, pike, perch, whitefish, burbot), Lake Jokijärvi, Lake Koiviojärvi, Kylmäluoma fishing area 10 km. Cabin can be reached by car all year round.

86 km southwest from Kuusamo, Lake Jokijärvi 30 m (length of lake 7 km), river Iijoki flows through the lake, shallow water, hard bottom, mud in some places, shore is in natural condition and in shared use with other cottages of the resort, boat and life jackets available. Wooden apartment in semi-detached house, built in 1990, living room with 2 beds, bedroom with 2 beds, mattresses on the loft (deep stairs to the loft, height of the loft is 1,45 at highest), kitchen corner, electric sauna, wash room/toilet, vestibule, storage. Apartment in semi-detached house in Holiday Village which is located in scenic and traditional Jokijärvi village. Hiking path. Campfire site by shore (in shared use). Also caravans in the area. Cottage owner has private Lumbering and log floating museum, small entrance fee. Jokijärvi cultural sites e.g. famous author Kalle Päätalo's childhood home Kallioniemi 2 km, Kylmäluoma recreational area 20 km, gorge lake Julma Ölkky 40 km, Taivalkoski, e.g. old traditional Jalava store 24 km. Hunting: small game hunting area Etelä-Taivalkoski 5622 (www.eraluvat.fi). License of local hunting club available from shop (12 km). Fishing: Lakes Jokijärvi, Tyräjärvi and Koiviojärvi: Province of Oulu lure fishing license (www.mmm.fi), Kylmäluoma recreational fishing area 4525 (www.eraluvat.fi). Nieghbouring apartment is 13045 in the same building. Apartments are available from mid February till end of October.

86 km southwest of Kuusamo, lake Jokijärvi 130 m (length of lake 7 km), river Iijoki flows through the lake, shallow water, hard bottom, mud in some places, shore is in natural condition and is in shared use between village cottages, boat and life jackets available. Wooden cottage, inside paneled, built in 1993. Livingroom with bunk bed (lower bed is wider) and one single bed. Sauna with electric stove, bathroom and small veranda. Free-standing electric heater. Cottage is situated in holiday village, area of natural beauty. Also caravans in the area. Campfire site by shore. Hiking path. Cottage owner has private Lumbering and log floating museum, small entrance fee. Jokijärvi cultural sites e.g. famous author Kalle Päätalo's childhood home Kallioniemi 2 km, Kylmäluoma recreational area 20 km, gorge lake Julma Ölkky 40 km, Taivalkoski, e.g. old traditional Jalava store 24 km. Hunting: Etelä-Taivalkoski 5622 (www.eraluvat.fi). Fishing: Lakes Jokijärvi, Tyräjärvi and Koiviojärvi: Province of Oulu lure fishing (www.mmm.fi), Kylmäluoma recreational fishing area 4525 (www.eraluvat.fi). Cottage is available from spring to autumn.

86 km southwest of Kuusamo, Lake Jokijärvi 10 m (length of lake 7 km), river Iijoki flows through the lake. Shallow water, hard bottom, mud in some places, shore is in natural condition and is in shared use between the village cottages, boat and life jackets available. Log cabin, paneded inside, built in 1991, livingroom with bunk bed for two, four mattresses on the loft (steep stairs to loft, max. height of 1.35 m), sauna with electric stove, bathroom, separate toilet, covered porch. Cottage is situated inholiday village, area of natural beauty. Also caravans in the area. Campfire site by shore. Hiking path. Cottage owner has private Lumbering and log floating museum, small entrance fee. Jokijärvi cultural sites e.g. famous author Kalle Päätalo's childhood home Kallioniemi 2 km, Kylmäluoma recreational area 20 km, gorge lake Julma Ölkky 40 km, Taivalkoski, e.g. old traditional Jalava store 24 km. Hunting: Etelä-Taivalkoski 5622 (www.eraluvat.fi). Fishing: Lakes Jokijärvi, Tyräjärvi and Koiviojärvi: Province of Oulu lure fishing (www.mmm.fi), Kylmäluoma recreational fishing area 4525 (www.eraluvat.fi). Cottage is available from spring to autumn.

86 km southwest of Kuusamo, Lake Jokijärvi 10 m (length of lake 7 km), river Iijoki flows through the lake. Shallow water, hard bottom, mud in some places, shore is in natural condition and is in shared use between the village cottages, boat and life jackets available. Log cabin, built in 1988, livingroom with bunk for one, four mattresses on the loft (steep stairs to loft, max. height of 1.35 m), sauna with electric stove, bathroom, separate toilet, small covered porch. Cottage is situated in holiday village, area of natural beauty. Also caravans in the area. Campfire site by shore. Hiking path. Cottage owner has private Lumbering and log floating museum, small entrance fee. Jokijärvi cultural sites e.g. famous author Kalle Päätalo's childhood home Kallioniemi 2 km, Kylmäluoma recreational area 20 km, gorge lake Julma Ölkky 40 km, Taivalkoski, e.g. old traditional Jalava store 24 km. Hunting: Etelä-Taivalkoski 5622 (www.eraluvat.fi). Fishing: Lakes Jokijärvi, Tyräjärvi and Koiviojärvi: Province of Oulu lure fishing (www.mmm.fi), Kylmäluoma recreational fishing area 4525 (www.eraluvat.fi). Cottage is available from spring to autumn.

86 km southwest from Kuusamo, Lake Jokijärvi 30 m (length of lake 7 km), river Iijoki flows through the lake, shallow water, hard bottom, mud in some places, shore is in natural condition and in shared use with other cottages of the resort, boat and life jackets available. Wooden apartment in semi-detached house, built in 1990, living room with 2 beds, bedroom with 2 beds, mattresses on the loft (deep stairs to the loft, height of the loft is 1,45 at highest), kitchen corner, electric sauna, wash room/toilet, vestibule, storage. Apartment in semi-detached house in Holiday Village which is located in scenic and traditional Jokijärvi village. Hiking path. Campfire site by shore (in shared use). Also caravans in the area. Cottage owner has private Lumbering and log floating museum, small entrance fee. Jokijärvi cultural sites e.g. famous author Kalle Päätalo's childhood home Kallioniemi 2 km, Kylmäluoma recreational area 20 km, gorge lake Julma Ölkky 40 km, Taivalkoski, e.g. old traditional Jalava store 24 km. Hunting: small game hunting area Etelä-Taivalkoski 5622 (www.eraluvat.fi). License of local hunting club available from shop (12 km). Fishing: Lakes Jokijärvi, Tyräjärvi and Koiviojärvi: Province of Oulu lure fishing license (www.mmm.fi), Kylmäluoma recreational fishing area 4525 (www.eraluvat.fi). Nieghbouring apartment is 12604 in the same building. Apartments are available from mid February till end of October.