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

Situated less than 1 km from Ruka Ski Centre, these cottages are just 100 metres from Lake Talvijärvi. Each provides a fully-equipped kitchen, a private sauna and a wood-burning fireplace. The nearest ski lift is 450 metres 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 1 km 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 particularly 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 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
3 single beds
Bedroom 3:
3 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 single bed
Bedroom 4:
5 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
10
High score for Ruka
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  • 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...
  • Jacek_rak
    Poland Poland
    Everything was great. This place is so complete for a stay in Ruka.
  • Adizeta
    Italy Italy
    I gave 10 because it wasn't possible to give a higher score. This place is amazing, the chalet was one of cosiest places I've been to. Warm, spotless clean, equipped with any possible kitchen tool. The sauna and the fireplace completed the whole...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

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

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Skiing
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free public parking is possible 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)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating 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
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Wellness
  • 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
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • 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 has told us they 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 17:00 to 20:00

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

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not 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 must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

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

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

FAQs about Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages

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

    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms
    • 4 bedrooms

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

  • Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages is 700 yards from the centre of Ruka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 100 yards 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.

  • 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.

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

    • 10 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 8 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown 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 you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Matkailumaja Heikkala Cottages is from 17:00, and check-out is until 11:00.