First time in Karelia, first time in Finland. At Kestikievari Herraniemi we had the opportunity to experience a true finnish sauna, swimming in the pristine lake Pielinen, tried excellent home-made local food from local ingredients. Accomodation was superb, cozy warm room, clean bathroom with all the necessary things provided. We could use a common kitchen, which was also well equipped. Continental breakfast was included in the price, plus fresh local berries from their garden every morning. For a longer stay, they will get you a discount price. You can also rent bikes or boats or just enjoy a walk in the countryside. They had two cute dogs around, which even the cat people must fall in love with :-) The host took us to the train station for free as we were running late! Never had such an amazing experience. Would come back again, maybe some time during winter. Recommend!…
Went there with a friend and his family. The owner picked us up from the train station, because we had luggage, and dropped us back there at the end of our stay. Rooms are nice and cosy, we stayed in the main building. All basic facilities are available. The owner and her daughter prepared vegetarian food as we were all vegetarians.The owners helped us to figure out on what to do in the snowed out outdoors. Lent us snow shoes and skis for free and guided us on how to navigate the frozen lake. Good experience.
We are so happy here, that we don't want to leave! It is a very peaceful and nice hotel. The surrounding area is very interesting, and the food ist the tastiest in Finland. We find like at home here. As it is not high season now, we have a big comfortable room in which we can relax in the evenings and sleep very well. The common areas are very comfy also.
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