• Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Sauna

Located less than 0.6 mi from Ruka Ski Center, these cottages are just 328 feet from Lake Talvijärvi. Each provides a fully-equipped kitchen, a private sauna and a wood-burning fireplace. The nearest ski elevator is 1476 feet away. The wooden-furnished Matkailumaja Heikkala cottages all include a small patio. Amenities include a drying cabinet, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Firewood is provided for the fireplace. Free WiFi access is available, as well as a BBQ grill hut on site. The closest grocery store and restaurant are 0.6 mi from Heikkala. Swimming and fishing in the lake are common area activities. Cross-country ski and snowmobile trails are also in the surroundings. Central Kuusamo and Oulanka National Park are both 25 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Reliable Info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
3 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
3 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
1 twin bed
Bedroom 4:
5 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
10
High score for Ruka
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  • Richard
    Australia Australia
    fantastic location, cosy, stand-alone cottage, excellent heating, facilities. Very comfortable.
  • Mariia
    Finland Finland
    Very nice cottage at a great location! We'll definitely come more!
  • Smaranda
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The cottage was very spacious, enough to accommodate 6 people. The kitchen had all the needed utilities. The fireplace in the living-room is very easy to use and creates an amazing atmosphere. The sauna is also very easy to use. Location is...

Area info

Amenities of Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Skiing
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Spa
  • Sauna
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Ski storage
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Finnish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Matkalilumaja Heikkala in advance.

Bed linen and towels are not included. You can rent them on site for EUR 15 or bring your own.

You can clean before check-out or pay a final cleaning fee.

Please inform Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

FAQs about Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages

  • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Beach

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages on this page.

  • Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages is 2,150 feet from the center of Ruka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages (subject to availability) that have:

    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms
    • 4 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages on this page.

  • Yes, Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

    • 10 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 8 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.