Tuhannen Tarinan Talo is located in the Saimaa Lakeland area, between the cities of Kouvola and Lappeenranta in the village of Kannuskoski.
Stay in a genuine farmhouse in beautiful country side and explore the near by cities and interesting nature sites at your own pace.
After eventful days, you'll return to Tuhannen Tarinan Talo to enjoy delicious local home-cooked meals, relax in the warm sauna, and sleep tight in a over hundred-year-old log house.
peacefull and unique accommodation
local tasty food
meet local people
the most interesting nature and cultural sites in the near by areas
suitable for all nature an culture lovers
Make Tuhannen tarinan talo your base in Finland and explore the most interesting attractions of the southeast Finland!
SAMPLE PROGRAMME FOR YOUR HOLIDAY
Day 1 - Welcome to Finland - take a deep breath - you are in the place where the happiest people in the world live!
Arrival at Tuhannen Tarinan Talo from 15:00
Introduction to the house's grounds, local forests and domestic animals
Dinner from 17-18
Sauna
Day 2 - In the forest - Hiking day in Repovesi National Park
Breakfast 8.30-9.30
Excursion to Repovesi National Park
More information about Repovesi:
Repovesi National Park - Luontoon.fi
Book your guide at Repovesi National Park, also for renting e-fatbike, canoes etc. contact:
Seikkailuviikari Kari Niemi or Saimaa Palju
Dinner from 17-18
sauna
Distance to Repovesi approx. 50 km
Day 3 - In the countyside - explore Kannuskoski Village
Breakfast from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Feeding the animals at 10 AM
Day in the surroundings of Kannuskoski. During the summer, you can enjoy kayaking, hiking on village nature trails, horseback riding, or spending time in the house's surroundingspetting animals, playing padel or frisbee golf, or just relaxing and reading a book. Meet local people, swim in the lake, just relax -it´s good for you!
Information about activities and hiking trails in Kannuskoski village
Dinner from 5 PM to 6 PM
Sauna
Day 4 - Your shortest way to the sea - visit Kotka & Hamina
Breakfast from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Excursion to the sights of Hamina and Kotka cities. In Kotka, we recommend visiting the Maritime Centre Vellamo, the Imperial Fishing Lodge of Langinkoski, as well as Maretarium and Kotka's beautiful park destinations. On the way, in Hamina, it's worth taking a picture under Finland's tallest flag and exploring the old town or visiting Tervasaari for a walk and ice cream. Distance to Hamina 50 km, to Kotka 80 km.
Day 5 - Time for some culture - check the most interesting museums or art galleries
Breakfast from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Feeding the animals at 10 AM
Relaxation day at Thousand Tales House or a visit to President Svinhufvud's home museum in Kotkaniemi, a World Heritage Site in Verla's factory museum, or Kuusankoski Art Ruukki. Distance to Kotkaniemi 35 km, to Verla 50 km, or to Taideruukki Art Museum 45 km.
OR
For families, a day at Tykkimäki Amusement Park or Aqua Park Distance to Kouvola 40 km
Dinner from 5 PM to 6 PM
Sauna
Day 6 - See, feel and explore the Saimaa - the biggest lake in Finland
Excursion to the Lappeenranta region or Saimaa Geopark sites
In Lappeenranta, it's worth visiting the fortress area and the Sandcastle located in the harbor. Or jump aboard in the harbor and cruise on Lake Saimaa.
Lappeenranta also offers Husky Safaris at the White Flower Husky moments.
For nature lovers, the sites of Saimaa Geopark are certainly worth exploring:
"Saimaa is a treasure of eastern Finland, known for its beautiful landscapes, lively cities, and idyllic church villages. The Saimaa UNESCO Global Geopark brings together Saimaa's magnificent natural sites, delightful hiking trails, and historical cultural sites that nature enthusiasts should definitely experience when visiting Saimaa. Through breathtaking destinations and unique landscapes, the story of Saimaa's creation told by Saimaa Geopark unfolds in a completely new way."
The nearest Saimaa Geopark sites are located in Savitaipale
Your guide and equipment rental, e.g., e-fat bikes in the area, are handled by Saimaan Palju
Information about Saimaa Geopark sites
Dinner from 5 PM to 6 PM
Sauna
Day 7 - Time to say good buy - Thank you for your visit!
Breakfast from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Check-out by 12 PM
All this and much more can be found in the southeastern corners! Welcome to discover hidden gems and meet a mix of emotional and talkative Karelians and sturdy but productive Kymenlaakso residents on your vacation. Here on the borderlands, we live in harmony. Come join us in adding your own story to this colorful bunch! We are happy to help if you need more information.
Activities in the Thousand Tales House area
During the summer, there are domestic animals in the house's yard, a 6-hole frisbee golf course, a small playing field, trampolines, and a padel court. The nearest lake is available for swimming and fishing. You can rent canoes for paddling on river Väliväylä or Hujajärvi lake and also book horseback riding and horse-drawn carriage rides for your holiday program. You can also head to a nearby shelter for a bonfire picnic.
The vacation includes accommodation, breakfast, and dinner.
The price of the vacation includes accommodation in a double room or a family room with bed linen and towels and half board (breakfast and dinner.)
Accommodation is in the cozy premises of the main house or the Barn Attic. There is a fully equipped kitchen, a barbecue area, and a lean-to for preparing your own meals.
Half board includes dinner on the day of arrival and breakfast on the day of departure.
Here are some tips for events in the regions:
EVENTS IN THE SOUTH KARELIA AREA
(Saimaa region - Lappeenranta, Luumäki, Lemi, Savitaipale, Imatra, Taipalsaari)
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