Boasting a sauna, Villa Karhukoto Ruka is set in Kuusamo. The air-conditioned accommodation is 41 km from Riisitunturi National Park, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The chalet features a sauna and private check-in and check-out. The chalet with a terrace and garden views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and linens for a supplement. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. The nearest airport is Kuusamo Airport, 27 km from the chalet.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site

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 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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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.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Kuusamo
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  • Áron
    Hungary Hungary
    Wanderful cozy cabin with comfortable beds, kitchen with everything you need for a short vacation and a great sauna. Perfect for 4 people.
  • Nadja
    Germany Germany
    Excellent accommodation - everything is just right there and we would come back anytime. Stylishly furnished cottage with a well-equipped kitchen, cozy bedrooms (hard mattresses), a comfortable bathroom with a perfectly functioning sauna and a...
  • Simone
    Malta Malta
    A beautiful and nicely furnished villa with a fully equipped kitchen. Well located with easy check in .
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Varaamökki.com

Company review score: 8.9Based on 639 reviews from 67 properties
67 managed properties

Company information

Varaamökki.com manages holiday apartments in Kalajoki and Ruka. Our customer service is at your side during your vacation. On the day of arrival, you will receive arrival instructions with map links and the necessary codes by text message. You don't have to waste your vacation looking for or handing over the keys.

Property information

Price includes always final cleaning (bookings made after 11th Oct 2023). Bed linen and towels can be ordered with additional cost. Please inform us if pet is coming on a holiday with you. Pet fee is extra 35 eur per stay. New, completed in June 2021, stylishly decorated, designed by interior designer and well-equipped, high-quality two-bedroom cabin offers its own privacy and peace. The well-equipped kitchen has e.g. refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, toaster, kettle, combination oven and necessary utensils for cooking and eating. On the side of the living room, a flat-screen TV, with e.g. Netflix. From the living room kitchen there is also access to a nice terrace with a small freezer in storage. In the cottage's cozy bedrooms, you can sleep in high-quality beds. The second room is equipped with a 160 cm wide double bed and the second room has two 80 cm wide beds. In addition, a sofa bed can be spread out in the living room. The cabin also has a heat pump A/C, a heat absorbing fireplace, underfloor heating, plenty of storage space, a washing machine, a drying cabinet and a gas grill on the terrace (used in summer/autumn). Closeness to nature and carefree vacation in a new vacation home!

Neighbourhood information

Kuusamo, located in northern Ostrobothnia, but considered in Lapland, is famous for the Ruka ski center, which is one of the most popular in Finland. And not a swamp, because Ruka is an area with guaranteed snow and a place for year-round adventures. So head towards Ruka's slopes, ski slopes and experiences. You can be sure that the bargains won't disappoint anyone looking for a proper winter vacation. Ruka is also used for skiing and snowboarding in the context of international competitions, which brings the region a celebration of sports at its best. Summer Kuusamo also invites tourists. White water rafting, national parks, a summer sledding hill and a nightless night serve up the splendor of nature. The fall of rye is in itself something that attracts autumn vacationers. In Ruka, you can also have fun after skin in a fun atmosphere and eat in a wide variety of restaurants. The village of Ruka is a wonderfully idyllic place to get to know and explore The site is located approx. 3.5 km from Ruka center and the nearest Sale grocery store is approx. 2.5 km away. Closeness to nature and carefree vacation in a new vacation home!

Languages spoken

English,Finnish,Swedish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Villa Karhukoto Ruka
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Oven
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Sofa bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • BBQ facilities
    • Terrace
    Wellness
    • Sauna
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Horse riding
      Off-site
    • Bowling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Finnish
    • Swedish

    House rules

    Villa Karhukoto Ruka takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

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

    Check-out

    Until 12:00

     

    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.

    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

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Villa Karhukoto Ruka 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 23:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Villa Karhukoto Ruka 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.

    Bed linens and towels are not included in the room rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge of EUR 16.0 per person or bring their own.

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

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about Villa Karhukoto Ruka

    • Check-in at Villa Karhukoto Ruka is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Villa Karhukoto Ruka is 14.9 miles from the centre of Kuusamo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Villa Karhukoto Ruka has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

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

    • Villa Karhukoto Ruka offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Sauna
      • Hiking
      • Bowling
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Horse riding

    • The prices at Villa Karhukoto Ruka may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Villa Karhukoto Ruka can accommodate the following group size:

      • 5 guests

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