Rustic countryside cottage
Entire cabin in Iitti, Finland
- 4 guests
- Studio
- 3 beds
- Half-bath
Rated 4.89 out of 5 stars.341 reviews
Hosted by Petteri
- Superhost
- 10 years hosting
Listing highlights
Exceptional check-in experience
Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.
Beautiful area
This home is in a scenic location.
Beach and garden views
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Small, extraordinary things that make life first class.
Our family has had the pleasure to get to know this loving restored cottage, which dates back to the 1850’s. Its aged timbers whisper tales from times past, and the surrounding nature nods approvingly in response. We welcome you to come and listen.
The space
The space / about this listing
The guesthouse of Bottom of the Pocket farm, Inside Pocket is a unique place for a down-to-earth, country style break.
Here the rustic setting creates the feeling of oldie worldy luxury, nestling in the heart of authentic isolation. Seasons, nature’s miracles, tranquillity, the sounds of the forest, the gentle flames of the camp fire, the blissful feeling after a sauna, shooting stars, genuine people and good humour. What else could you need? Well, that can probably be arranged too.
Guesthouse Inside Pocket is a 40 m² cottage situated in the grounds of the farm, by a woodland pond.
•Charming cottage ideal for 3 to 4 persons, with a cooking corner (coffee maker, micro wave, electric plate, kettle and fridge), eclectic library, lounging corner and fire place
•Old-style sauna with a free standing bath (including to the house rent)
•A large roofed and furnished terrace for relaxing surrounded by flower beds and an orchard
•A camp fire with amenities to create open fire gourmet
•An outhouse with a pinch of luxury (no extra cost :))
•A hot tub and a smoke sauna (at additional cost)
Drinking water is provided by a spring (10 l for star). Electricity runs and so does the water by the bucket full from the pond, even faster than the WiFi - our WiFi is slow, but exists nevertheless.
Tour guide and local taxi services can be arranged for a extra fee.
The main house Bottom of the Pocket is situated in the same grounds about 50 metres away from the guesthouse. In a walking distance there is also our other guest cottage Hill Pocket. The family consists of an enthusiastic host, an easy-going hostess, a cute little girl, a gentle hound, two cats and chicken ladies. Nice folk all of them.
Joining in our company is welcomed but privacy is naturally also assured.
Activities
Inside Pocket is a perfect place for those looking for relaxed or more active holiday break. Lazy mornings, lounging in a comfy chair with a book, evenings by the fire under a starry sky, sauna followed by a dip in the pond guarantee relaxation to the fullest.
Nature walks, fishing and events held at our active village Vuolenkoski keep those full of energy busy.
Inside Pocket is a few minute walk from Kimola canal that leads to lake Konnivesi and further on to lake Päijänne. A nature trail starts from just around the corner of our farm and perfect sunsets can be caught from the cliffs overlooking the farm.
The versatile facilities of the Sports Institute of Finland is a 15 minute drive away (vierumaki. fi).
Vuolenkoski village is a haven for happiness and good humour. It was chosen as the Village of the Year at 2014 and rightly so; a village more active all year round is hard to find in Finland. 100 village events to be organised at 2017, farmers markets held every Saturday over summer time, Live Advent calendar and veteran tractor-pulling are only few events to mention organised by the energetic Vuolenkoski village. For more information, visit vuolenkoski. fi.
Distances to nearest villages and cities:
Vuolenkoski: 4 km, 5 min (shop, cafes, summer bar, farmers market and other events)
Vierumäki: 17 km, 15 min (shop, petrol station, bar, nearest bus stops, vide variety of activities of the Sport Institute of Finland such as swimming pool, nature trails, tracks for cross country skiing, Flowpark, restaurants, sport bar, night club and glow bowling, lot of other activities!)
Heinola: 30 km, 25 min
Lahti: 40 km, 35 min (nearest train station)
Kouvola: 43 km, 40 min
Helsinki: 150 km, 1 h 40 min
Also nearby:
Iitti Golf (20 min), Vierumäki Golf (15 min), Shopping mall Karisma (25 min), Repovesi national park (1 h 20 min), Hiidenvuori "the Devil´s mountain" vantage point (25 min), Mustila Arboretum (50 min) and Unesco World Heritage Site Verla historic village of groundwood and board mill along the rapid (25 min).
Other things to note
At additional cost: Hot tub, smoke sauna, transfers from the trains and busses, tour guiding, boat-, fishing- and forest hiking trips - Just ask!
For an additional fee, hot tub, smoke sauna, train and bus transportation, boat, fishing and hiking tours. Wishes to come!
Our family has had the pleasure to get to know this loving restored cottage, which dates back to the 1850’s. Its aged timbers whisper tales from times past, and the surrounding nature nods approvingly in response. We welcome you to come and listen.
The space
The space / about this listing
The guesthouse of Bottom of the Pocket farm, Inside Pocket is a unique place for a down-to-earth, country style break.
Here the rustic setting creates the feeling of oldie worldy luxury, nestling in the heart of authentic isolation. Seasons, nature’s miracles, tranquillity, the sounds of the forest, the gentle flames of the camp fire, the blissful feeling after a sauna, shooting stars, genuine people and good humour. What else could you need? Well, that can probably be arranged too.
Guesthouse Inside Pocket is a 40 m² cottage situated in the grounds of the farm, by a woodland pond.
•Charming cottage ideal for 3 to 4 persons, with a cooking corner (coffee maker, micro wave, electric plate, kettle and fridge), eclectic library, lounging corner and fire place
•Old-style sauna with a free standing bath (including to the house rent)
•A large roofed and furnished terrace for relaxing surrounded by flower beds and an orchard
•A camp fire with amenities to create open fire gourmet
•An outhouse with a pinch of luxury (no extra cost :))
•A hot tub and a smoke sauna (at additional cost)
Drinking water is provided by a spring (10 l for star). Electricity runs and so does the water by the bucket full from the pond, even faster than the WiFi - our WiFi is slow, but exists nevertheless.
Tour guide and local taxi services can be arranged for a extra fee.
The main house Bottom of the Pocket is situated in the same grounds about 50 metres away from the guesthouse. In a walking distance there is also our other guest cottage Hill Pocket. The family consists of an enthusiastic host, an easy-going hostess, a cute little girl, a gentle hound, two cats and chicken ladies. Nice folk all of them.
Joining in our company is welcomed but privacy is naturally also assured.
Activities
Inside Pocket is a perfect place for those looking for relaxed or more active holiday break. Lazy mornings, lounging in a comfy chair with a book, evenings by the fire under a starry sky, sauna followed by a dip in the pond guarantee relaxation to the fullest.
Nature walks, fishing and events held at our active village Vuolenkoski keep those full of energy busy.
Inside Pocket is a few minute walk from Kimola canal that leads to lake Konnivesi and further on to lake Päijänne. A nature trail starts from just around the corner of our farm and perfect sunsets can be caught from the cliffs overlooking the farm.
The versatile facilities of the Sports Institute of Finland is a 15 minute drive away (vierumaki. fi).
Vuolenkoski village is a haven for happiness and good humour. It was chosen as the Village of the Year at 2014 and rightly so; a village more active all year round is hard to find in Finland. 100 village events to be organised at 2017, farmers markets held every Saturday over summer time, Live Advent calendar and veteran tractor-pulling are only few events to mention organised by the energetic Vuolenkoski village. For more information, visit vuolenkoski. fi.
Distances to nearest villages and cities:
Vuolenkoski: 4 km, 5 min (shop, cafes, summer bar, farmers market and other events)
Vierumäki: 17 km, 15 min (shop, petrol station, bar, nearest bus stops, vide variety of activities of the Sport Institute of Finland such as swimming pool, nature trails, tracks for cross country skiing, Flowpark, restaurants, sport bar, night club and glow bowling, lot of other activities!)
Heinola: 30 km, 25 min
Lahti: 40 km, 35 min (nearest train station)
Kouvola: 43 km, 40 min
Helsinki: 150 km, 1 h 40 min
Also nearby:
Iitti Golf (20 min), Vierumäki Golf (15 min), Shopping mall Karisma (25 min), Repovesi national park (1 h 20 min), Hiidenvuori "the Devil´s mountain" vantage point (25 min), Mustila Arboretum (50 min) and Unesco World Heritage Site Verla historic village of groundwood and board mill along the rapid (25 min).
Other things to note
At additional cost: Hot tub, smoke sauna, transfers from the trains and busses, tour guiding, boat-, fishing- and forest hiking trips - Just ask!
For an additional fee, hot tub, smoke sauna, train and bus transportation, boat, fishing and hiking tours. Wishes to come!
What this place offers
Garden view
Courtyard view
Private beach access – Beachfront
Ski-in/Ski-out
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4.89 out of 5 stars from 341 reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value
Guests mention
Where you’ll be
Iitti, Finland
At the bottom of the pocket, we're all around in the middle of nature. The always seasonal and weather pervasive nature experiences are our daily happiness. You can also reach the lake nature and hiking trails from us without a car.
Our other guests also accommodate the space, but the distances between the cottages guarantee everyone their own territory.
There are summer residents in the area, although they're not quite close to the space either. There's a cheerful boating trap on the nearby canal.
Summer sheep in our space (August-October) are free to scratch the pasture, and the dog and cats that hang out are also human cozy people.
DISTANCES NEARBY
villages and cities:
Vuolenkoski: 4 km, 5 min (shop, cafes, beach restaurant, farm, country market, etc.
Vierumäki: 17 km, 15 min (shop, gas station (nearest ATM), bar, closest bus connections, sports institute has a lot to do, e.g. versatile nature sports facilities and restaurants)
Heinola: 30 km, 25 min
Bay: 40 km, 35 min (nearest train connections)
Kouvola: 45 km, 40 min
Helsinki: 150 km, 1 h 40 min
In addition, close to e.g.:
Kimola active boating canal (2 min.), Iitti Golf (20 min.), Vierumäki Golf (15 min.), Shopping Mall Karisma (25 min.), Repovesi National Park (1 h 20 min.), Hiidenvuori (25 min.), Mustila Arboretum (50 min.), UNESCO World Heritage site Verla ironworks village (25 min.) and Kymiring MotoGP motorway (35 min.)
Our other guests also accommodate the space, but the distances between the cottages guarantee everyone their own territory.
There are summer residents in the area, although they're not quite close to the space either. There's a cheerful boating trap on the nearby canal.
Summer sheep in our space (August-October) are free to scratch the pasture, and the dog and cats that hang out are also human cozy people.
DISTANCES NEARBY
villages and cities:
Vuolenkoski: 4 km, 5 min (shop, cafes, beach restaurant, farm, country market, etc.
Vierumäki: 17 km, 15 min (shop, gas station (nearest ATM), bar, closest bus connections, sports institute has a lot to do, e.g. versatile nature sports facilities and restaurants)
Heinola: 30 km, 25 min
Bay: 40 km, 35 min (nearest train connections)
Kouvola: 45 km, 40 min
Helsinki: 150 km, 1 h 40 min
In addition, close to e.g.:
Kimola active boating canal (2 min.), Iitti Golf (20 min.), Vierumäki Golf (15 min.), Shopping Mall Karisma (25 min.), Repovesi National Park (1 h 20 min.), Hiidenvuori (25 min.), Mustila Arboretum (50 min.), UNESCO World Heritage site Verla ironworks village (25 min.) and Kymiring MotoGP motorway (35 min.)
Meet your host
My work: CAO
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Hello! I'm Peter from Finland and I live with my family in the best place in the world, the Pocket Base, in the middle of beautiful countryside. There you will also find our rustic inn Povitasku, the top of the range Vuoritasku and the sweetest Hippitasku.
At the bottom of the bag, I can realize myself in traditional construction, forestry, fishing and good guys, in any case, not forgetting the vibe among the family.
Cheerfully for appointments with us!
Hi! I'm Petteri from Iitti, Finland. We live in the best place in the world, small farm called Bottom of the Pocket, in the middle of beautiful countryside. There are also our rustic guesthouse Inside Pocket, the forest cottage Hill Pocket and the sweet Hippie Pocket.
In our farm I enjoy construct work by the traditional way, forestry work, fishing and of course enjoy the moments with my family.
I hope to meet you here, smiles in the mouths and adventures on the minds!
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