Sysma Homestays

A beautiful log house in stunning country surroundings by the Sysmä waterways. 40 km north-west of Heinola, Tainionvirta and the magnificent restored Virtaankoski rapids are 100 m away. Short water connection to Lake Päijänne. Sandy beach and swimming pier with both shallow and deep swimming areas. The bottom is sandy clay and mud, making it suitable for children. Adult life jackets (2) and a rowboat are available. The beach is shared with the owner. Log house 1888, renovated in 2000, refurbished in 2018, kitchen-living room with sofa bed, a bedroom with three beds and a bedroom with two beds and a bunk bed, sauna (electric stove), shower room, entrance hall, wood storage shed, porch, patio. Air source heat pump for additional heating and cooling. Conference technology (HDMI cable connected to a large TV). Hot tub in the patio, must be rented separately from the owner (70 euros / time). One usage of hot tub is included in the booking in week bookings (7 nights and longer bookings ) according to the customer's choice. Extra times can be rented for an extra price. During winter, the hot tub is available for use when the temperature is above -15 degrees Celsius.

Villa Vehmas is a charming, cozy cabin ideal for a peaceful holiday, situated on a sunny grassy plot. Located 70 km northwest of Heinola, Lake Päijänne 25 m, with a gently deepening sandy bottom, own pier. A canoe and rowing boat available. The wooden villa, originally built in 1991, was renovated and expanded in 2024. The living room/kitchen includes a sofa bed for two. One bedroom has a double bed, and the other bedroom has a pull-out sofa bed for two. There is a bathroom with a shower, an electric sauna, and a separate WC. The spacious covered terrace, running the length of the house, faces the lake. The lakeside sauna was built in 1994 and renovated in 2024. The fireplace room has a refrigerator and a sofa bed, providing two additional sleeping places during the summer. The sauna has a wood-burning stove and a water cauldron. In winter, it’s possible to create an ice hole for swimming, with equipment available at the cabin. The owner can also prepare one for you for a fee of 30 euros, payable in cash on-site. You can charge an electric car at the site from a normal plug, for a separately agreed additional fee of 20 e/charge, payment to the owner on site