Hanhiniemen Holiday Cottages

Rent a cozy villa or cottage on the opposite shore of Koli National Park

Our log villas offer reliable and comfortable accommodation all year round.

Silence, scenery and time to yourself in the lap of Koli

Hanhiniemi holiday cottages are located in Vuonislahti, Lieksa, on the opposite bank of Koli, in a peaceful and scenic environment on the shore of Lake Pielinen.

Kanervankukka and Luhtalemmikki are spacious log villas that offer comfortable accommodation all year round, while holiday cottage Raapion Mateli offers traditional cottage accommodation.

The area offers stunning views of Koli National Park, and good transport connections make the destination easily accessible. Hanhiniemi holiday cottages are ideal for families, groups of friends and anyone looking for a peaceful holiday in the middle of nature.

Kanervankukka is a spacious and comfortable log villa right on the shore of Lake Pielinen in Hanhiniemi, offering a peaceful setting for families and groups of friends near Koli.

The villa has three double bedrooms, a spacious living room, a well-equipped kitchen, and shower and sauna facilities. There are sleeping places for a total of 6–8 people, so there is plenty of space for a larger group.

The west-facing lake views and evening sun from its own beach create the perfect setting for relaxation. There is a private rowing boat and an atmospheric wood-heated lakeside sauna, which is shared with the Luhtalemmikki villa.

Villa Kanervankukka

123 m² villa on the shores of Lake Pielinen in Hanhiniemi.

Sleeping quarters

For 6 (+2) people.

Weekend holiday

Kannervankukka villa can also be rented for a shorter period of time, for example for a weekend hiking trip.

Beach sauna

Atmospheric wood-heated beach sauna. Shared use with Luhtalemmikki.

Luhtalemikki is a spacious log cottage located in a quiet location on the shores of Lake Pielinen, opposite the scenery of Koli National Park. The cottage offers an excellent setting for a relaxing holiday in the lap of nature.

Luhtalemikki has three bedrooms, a spacious living area, a kitchen, and sauna and laundry facilities. There are sleeping places for 6–8 people, and the whole is well suited for weekly rental, for example for a family holiday or a longer, peaceful break.

A private beach and rowing boat allow easy access to the water, and a shared wood-heated beach sauna crowns the atmosphere of a cottage holiday. Luhtalemikki is a functional and comfortable rental cottage in the Koli region, where nature and silence are always present.

Villa Luhtalemmikki

123 m² villa on the shores of Lake Pielinen in Hanhiniemi.

Sleeping quarters

For 6 (+2) people.

Beach and rowboat

The rowing boat is at your disposal throughout your stay.

Beach sauna

Atmospheric wood-heated beach sauna. Shared use with Luhtalemmikki.

Hanhiniemen Lomamökit

Holiday cottage Raapion Mateli

Address: Raapiontie 32, 81590 Vuonislahti

Raapion Mateli is a cozy and well-equipped log cabin in the village of Vuonislahti, in a quiet location in Raapioniemi, right on the shore of Lake Pielinen. This approximately 50 m² cabin is ideal for couples, small families or those looking for a peaceful holiday.

The cabin has a living room and kitchen, an upstairs sleeping alcove, a toilet, a shower and a private sauna. In the summer, there is also a separate shed that provides additional space for accommodation (sleeps 3+1). The cozy and clear floor plan makes Mateli a functional choice for a carefree cottage holiday.

Your own beach and boat offer the opportunity to enjoy Lake Pielinen directly from your own yard, and the services of Vuonislahti are within walking distance. Raapion Mateli is a great rental cabin in the Koli region if you value the proximity of the village, lake views and a peaceful atmosphere.

Holiday cottage

The approximately 50 m² cottage is ideal for couples.

Premises

The cottage has a living room/kitchen, an upstairs sleeping alcove, 3 beds (+1), toilet, shower and private sauna.

Location

A great choice if you value the proximity to the village, lake views and peaceful atmosphere.

Weekend vacation

The cottage can also be rented for a shorter period of time, for example for a weekend hiking trip.

Average guest rating 4,9 / 5 ⭐

Based on guest reviews on an international accommodation platform. Our guests have given particularly good feedback about the location, comfort and peaceful surroundings.

Reino Kuivalainen / Hanhiniemi Holiday Cottages

Prices

Log Villa Kanervankukka

Daily rental

  • 170 € / day
  • minimum rental 2 days (incl. VAT 13.50%)

Additional services:

  • Linens and towels 15 € / set (by prior arrangement)
  • Program services, catering services and transportation by agreement.
  • Final cleaning 70.00 € (by arrangement or if departure cleaning has not been done).

Arrival at 4 pm, departure at 12 pm or by agreement.

Log Villa Luhtalemmikki

Daily rental

  • 170 € / day
  • minimum rental 2 days (incl. VAT 13.50%)

Additional services:

  • Linens and towels 15 € / set (by prior arrangement)
  • Program services, catering services and transportation by agreement.
  • Final cleaning 70.00 € (by arrangement or if departure cleaning has not been done).

Arrival at 4 pm, departure at 12 pm or by agreement.

Holiday cottage Raapion Mateli

Daily rental

  • 80 € / day
  • minimum rental 2 days (incl. VAT 13.50%)

Additional services:

  • Linens and towels 15 € / set (by prior arrangement)
  • Program services, catering services and transportation by agreement.
  • Final cleaning 70.00 € (by arrangement or if departure cleaning has not been done).

Arrival at 4 pm, departure at 12 pm or by agreement.

Koli’s varied nature offers experiences in both summer and winter.

Summer in Koli

  • The hiking trails of Koli National Park are suitable for both leisurely walks and more demanding hikes.
  • Cycling, canoeing and boating in Lake Pielinen are popular ways to explore the area from the water.
  • The viewpoints offer a wonderful setting for picnics and photography.

Picture: Kolin Matkailu.

Winter in Koli

  • The Koli area offers good opportunities for skiing, downhill skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating.
  • The ice and ice road of Lake Pielinen offer a unique way to move around the lake landscapes.
  • Winter events and restaurant services complement the holiday experience.

Picture: Kolin Matkailu.

A peaceful holiday on the shores of Lake Pielinen in summer and winter

At Hanhiniemi holiday cottages, a holiday is a leisurely stay in the middle of nature. On the shores of Lake Pielinen, days begin in silence and end in the warmth of a sauna and lake views towards Koli. Hanhiniemi invites you to stop, enjoy nature and spend your holiday at your own pace.

Location

Hanhiniemen Holiday Cottages are located in the Koli area, near the artist home of professor and sculptor Eva Ryynänen, the center of Lieksa, and the Ruuna rapids area (8-50 km).

  • Vuonislahti village and railway station: 2 km from Mateli, 9 km from the villas. (train connection in the direction of Helsinki and Nurmes)
  • Koli National Park: about 30 min by car
  • From the village along the ice road to Koli 15 km
  • Lieksa city center: about 17–20 km
  • Joensuu: about 80 km
  • In summer there is a ferry connection between Koli and Vuonislahti and boat transports about 10 km