Latukka Cottage in Puumala

Enjoy a Comfortable lake-side holiday, perfect cottage for families & couples

Latukka Cottage is an excellent choice for guests seeking a peaceful cottage holiday in the Finnish nature without sacrificing modern comforts. This authentic cottage at Lake Saimaa has a private wood-fired sauna right at the lake and has a stunning westward view to catch breathtaking sunsets. This well-equipped nature cottage with electricity is the perfect cabin for guests with or without prior cabin experience. Suitable for up to 4 guests.

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Short overview

  • Location: Latukantie 118, 52200 Puumala

  • View: Lake view to Saimaa, west to sunset direction

  • Size of cottage: 60m² + 50 m² terrace (one floor cottage)

  • Neighbours: No straight visibility to the neighbour

  • Check-in time: Starting from 15:00
  • Check-out time: Latest at 12:00

  • Self-cleaning required before checkout: Yes (extra final cleaning services available)

  • People: Suitable for up to 4 people.

  • Pets: Not allowed

  • Smoking: Non-smoking property

  • Type of sauna: Private wood-fired lake side sauna, with sandy beach access

  • Running water: Yes, to the sauna and dish washing place.

  • Electricity: Yes

  • Bedsheets and towels: Included in the rent

Book the Latukka cottage:

  • You can pay online and reserve your accommodation right away. Card payment is accepted.
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About the accommodation

Latukka is a charming and well-equipped cottage, located in the scenic area of Viljakansaari in Puumala, with direct access to Lake Saimaa. The cottage is accessible by both car and boat. This authentic Finnish cottage with electricity offers modern comforts to our guests who wish to relax comfortably in the nature. We welcome visitors who appreciate being in the peaceful nature to rent the Latukka cottage for a relaxing holiday. The cottage has a large terrace and has windows to all four directions, offering beautiful views to the lake and can accommodate up to 4 guests. Electric water pump provides running water from the lake to the sauna and to the dishwashing place. The cottage has a private wood-fired sauna with a lake view. Bedsheets, normal usage of fire-use, electricity and gas are included in the rent.

Latukka is a 60 m² cottage with a spacious 50m² terrace. The single-story layout includes an entrance hall, kitchen, a cozy living room with a large wooden dining table and a TV corner, a bedroom, with the sauna located within the same building but with another door. The terrace, which is partially covered with a roof, has a modern gas BBQ and an outdoor dining table. The family bedroom has a big double bed (160x200cm double bed) and a crib for the young visitors.

In the living room, there are two single beds (80 x 200 cm) located on the other side of the room. The new outdoor terrace offers the perfect space for outdoor dining, grilling, relaxing after the sauna, or simply enjoying the company of loved ones while enjoying the lovely lake-side views.

This Finnish cabin is perfect for guests looking for a peaceful family or couple’s holiday, to be in nature, and to experience the calm of Lake Saimaa. The private outdoor sauna is located right next to the main cottage. The comfortable changing room of the sauna is located indoors. The cottage has a wood-fired sauna and the usage of moderate firewood, electricity and gas is included in the rent.

The house features a well-equipped kitchen to prepare delicious homemade meals. The Latukka cottage has an electric powered stove, an electric oven and a wood-fired powered stove (to cook and to bake). On the terrace, there is a multifunctional gas grill (BBQ) with a gas pit for outdoor cooking in the summer. Inside, there is a refrigerator with a freezer compartment to store groceries. A microwave coffee maker, water cooker and toaster are also present.

Our guests can make use of the cooking utensils, tableware and basic spices that are on the shelves.

The accommodation has one main bedroom with a 160x200cm double bed and a wooden baby bed. Two single beds (80x200cm) are located on the one side of the living room. The bedroom has a window with darkening curtains.

The cottage has a comfortable wood-fired sauna that our guests can use during their stay. The sauna is located right next to the cottage, accessible from the outdoor terrace.

After each sauna session, our guests can cool down in the clear, blue, stunning lake. From the sauna, it’s easy to reach the private sandy beach. There is also a wooden deck by the lake accessible for the customers.

The Latukka cottage is fully equipped with electricity, making it perfect for guests that want to experience cottage life for the first time or for those who simply want to enjoy a stay in the nature without sacrificing modern conveniences such as an electric stove, water cooker, or hairdryer. The electricity can be used for daily activities such as cooking on the electric stove, heating, using the indoor lights and to charge electronic devices as a phone or a tablet.

Heating in the cottage is regulated through the electric heater located throughout the cottage (bedroom and living room). The cottage can also be heated through the wood-powered stove and the fire place.

Firewood for the wood-stove/fireplace and sauna is stored in the storage shelter close to the cottage.

On the yard, just some steps from the cottage, we have installed an environmental friendly toilet in the spring of 2023.

It is clean, modern and uses a composting method to efficiently serve as a toilet. Toilet paper and composting materials to put in the toilet after using it, are available in the toilet.

From the cottage, a beautiful lake view opens to the west of Saimaa’s Kietävälänvirta towards the sunset. During the stay, our guests can fully relax and enjoy the beautiful and unique lake-side scenes. Both the cabin and the sauna offer fantastic views to the west.

In the evening, the sunset can be watched from the terrace or the deck of the cottage. Beginning in late August, when the conditions are favourable and the nights become darker earlier, our guests may witness a sky full of stars.

Latukka cottage in Puumala is conveniently situated within a reasonable driving distance from several major Finnish cities. Latukka Cottage is about 24 km away from Puumala’s city center. The address of the cottage is: Latukantie 118, 52200 Puumala.

Driving to the cottage in Puumala:

  • From Helsinki: Approximately 300 kilometers, about a 3.5-hour drive.
  • From Tampere: Approximately 335 kilometers, about a 4 hour drive.
  • Mikkeli: About 93 kilometers to the west, roughly a 1,5 hour drive.
  • Imatra: About 75 km to the east, about 1-hour drive
  • Savonlinna: About 67 km to the north, about 1-hour drive

If you are traveling to Puumala from Mikkeli, you will enjoy one of the most scenic routes in the Nordic countries, namely Road 62. This road has many beautiful curves, with pine trees in the background and parts where you will be driving between incredible islands. Additionally, day trips to other cities in the region are convenient by car or motorcycle from Puumala.

The cottage is surrounded by beautiful coniferous forest, and there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The mushroom and berry-picking areas around the cottage are excellent.

Activities to do at the Latukka cottage:

  • Swimming in the lake
  • Rowing
  • Fishing at Lake Saimaa
  • Hiking in the forest
  • Berry and mushroom picking
  • Play Mölkky

Activities in Puumala:

During the entire year, there are also many fun and good activities to do in Puumala center. Some examples are:

  • Visit the Puumala Bridge and enjoy the impressing view of the lake on the viewing platform of the bridge
  • Visit the unique 19th century Puumala Wooden Church (Lutheran), inaugurated in 1832
  • Visit the good lake side swimming area’s Sappulan uimaranta (Sappula Beach) and Veeran ranta (Veera’s beach) at Puumala. Both at these beaches, there are changing rooms for public use. In the winter, ice swimming (swimming in the frozen lake) is possible at Veera’s beach.
  • Explore the old wartime Finnish bunkers (“Salpalinjan Bunkkeri”)
  • In the winter: Make use of the good cross-country ski trails close to the accommodation

At the Puumala harbour, it is possible to go on a boat trip to explore Lake Saimaa, rent a canoe, kayak or boat and mountain bike. There are afforrable renting possibilities from local companies.

  • Smoking is prohibited
  • No party groups or events
  • Pets are not allowed
  • ✓ Bed linens and towels are included in the rental price

Cottage With an Incredible Lake View

Latukka Cottage is located at Lake Saimaa. The private beach can be reached with just a few steps from the cottage. Perfect for cooling off in the lake after a sauna session.

Freshly-Made beds Ready Upon Arrival

There’s no need to make the beds yourself or bring your own towels—we’ve got that covered. When you arrive, you can immediately start enjoying your stay.

Right in the middle of the Finnish nature

Feel the connection with the nature and explore the nearby forest and walking trails during your stay. Don’t forget to visit the forest to pick up some delicious berries and mushrooms in the summer/autumn!

Suitable for up to 4 people

The Latukka Cottage is ideal for couples and families up to 4 people. The cottage has one big double bed and two single beds. There is a baby crib for the youngest guests.

FACILITIES AT THE COTTAGE:

Kitchen & cooking

✓ Tableware, Kitchen equipment

✓ Coffee machine, water cooker, toaster

✓ Microwave, oven, refrigerator with a freezer compartment

✓ Indoor electric stove and oven.

✓ Outdoor terrace with gas BBQ

✓ Basic herbs and spices

Bedroom

✓ Fits 4 guests: one 160x200cm double bed and two 80x200cm beds

✓ Crib for baby in the bedroom

✓ Curtains

✓ Bedsheet & towels

✓ Wardrobe to store clothing and luggage

Wood-fired sauna & bathroom

✓ Private wood-fired sauna

✓ Direct access to lake Saimaa with private sandy beach & dock

✓ Comfortable changing room

✓ Spacious terrace

✓ Shampoo, shower gel

✓ Hot water from the sauna boiler

✓ Running water to the sauna, no need to carry it

Toilet

✓ Modern outdoor toilet

✓ Toilet paper

✓ Composting material

Entertainment

✓ Monopoly Board Game

✓ (Cooking) magazines

✓ Outdoor Mölkky game
(Finnish throwing game)

✓ Rowing boat

✓ Two life vests

✓ Fishing

Electricity & Electronics

✓ Free internet (WiFi)

✓ Electricity

✓ Flatscreen TV, Radio

✓ LED Lights in the cottage

✓ Hairdryer

Safety equipments

✓ Fire extinguishers

✓ Smoke alarms

✓ Carbon monoxide detector

Outdoor facilities

✓ Outdoor dining area

✓ Fire-wood storage

✓ Large terrace

✓ Outdoor furniture and BBQ

✓ Parking on the yard

LOCATION OF THE COTTAGE

Latukka cottage is located in the Viljakansaari area of Puumala, a beautiful area surrounded by Lake Saimaa. The area around the cottage is peaceful, and the accommodation is surrounded by forest, providing quietness and privacy. The surrounding forest is great for walking and gathering plenty of wild berries and mushrooms. With the rowing boat included in the rental of the Latukka cottage, fishing in Lake Saimaa is easily accessible. Lake Saimaa offers excellent fishing opportunities. The Latukka is situated facing to the west, offering an incredible view of the sunset. Starry nights and the Northern Lights can be seen when the conditions are right.

Latukka
The Latukka cottage


GROCERY STORES AND SERVICES:

  • Puumala, 24 km
  • Sulkava, 28 km
  • Savonlinna, 66 km
  • Imatra, 77 km
  • Mikkeli, 93 km

NEAREST SHOPS & RESTAURANTS:

Driving to Puumala center is the quickest option for purchasing food and other necessities. It takes about 25 minutes by car to reach the center (24 km away). In Puumala, there is a K-Market and a Sale grocery store. For dining out, Puumala has a pizzeria and around five restaurants that serve local dishes, including freshly caught lake fish, as well as other cuisines. Furthermore, the Puumala center has a café, stores for purchasing fishing equipment, two gas stations, and more.

NEARBY CITIES AND TOWNS

During your stay, there are many beautiful towns and cities in the Lake Saimaa region that you can visit.

  • Savonlinna (recommended!): Approximately 66 kilometers to the northeast, around a 1-hour drive
  • Lappeenranta: About 110 kilometers to the southeast, roughly a 1.5-hour drive.
  • Imatra: About 77 kilometers to the southeast, about 1 hour and 10 minutes drive.

Cottage Information and Rental Rules

  • Reservations for our cottage can be made through the online web shop online web shop, email, Whatsapp, or by calling us +358469645578. The confirmation of the booking will be sent once the payment has been completed.

  • This accommodation fits maximum four people. There is 1 double bed (160×200) and two single beds (80x200cm). Pets are not allowed.

  • Check-in: starting at 15.00 on the day of arrival.
  • Check-out: by 12.00 on the day of departure.

  • Bed linen and towels
  • Wireless internet connection (WiFi)
  • Toilet paper and kitchen paper
  • Basic spices
  • Moderate usage of electricity, firewood and gas
  • Usage of the rowing boat
  • Outdoor and indoor games

The customer must follow the cottage-specific instructions and safety regulations provided by the host.

Pets are not allowed. Smoking is prohibited. No party groups!

The customer is responsible for the final cleaning and must leave the cottage in the same condition as it was at the beginning of the rental period. If the cleaning has not been carried out according to the instructions, an additional cleaning fee will be charged.

Therefore we kindly ask you to go through the following list before check-out:

  • Please put the bedsheets on a pile
  • Wash your used dishes
  • Clean the BBQ if you have used it
  • Put things back on their place
  • Please collect your garbage in a close bag and leave them at the entrance (indoor) so we can throw them away for you.

Also please turn off the lights, TV and close the doors and windows before check-out. Return the key back to the lockbox and change the visible lock code.

We understand that sometimes holiday plans change. It is possible to cancel the cottage booking after paying, but please read through the cancellation policies and the Reservation Terms and Conditions before booking: (2025 Reservation Terms and Conditions). For a refund, our guests are responsible for making the cancellation in the required timeframe before the supposed stay. A written cancellation is always required. For changing and cancelling your stay, please email: ukonhonka@gmail.com.

what you can experience at the cottage:

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Get in Contact

For cottage questions, reservation & support:

 

Phone: +358 46 964 5578

Whatsapp: Start the Chat

Email: ukonhonka@gmail.com

Company information

Ukonhonka Oy
Mäkitie 8, 52200
Puumala, Finland

Business-ID: 3279397-3

Explore Puumala

Ukonhonka Holiday Cottages is a locally-run family business located in the heart of Lake Saimaa. We appreciate being surrounded by the beautiful Lake Saimaa and can’t wait to introduce it to you as well. For information about Puumala, please also visit the official Tourism Board of Puumala (Visit Puumala, click below).

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