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FAQ – Accommodation

Natura Viva accommodation – frequently asked questions

What accommodation does Natura Viva offer?

All year round:

From April to the end of October:

In the summer season:

  • Tentsile tree tent in Teijo – next to Teijo Nature Centre

  • Tentsile tree tent at Myllyjärvi – in summer as part of a stay at Myllyjärvi Lakeshore Cabin

We also offer accommodation from our trusted partners. You can find up-to-date information on them in the Accommodation and saunas menu.

How many people can stay?

  • Oravankolo and Tikankolo: up to 6 people, each with their own bed. Larger groups are required to pay a group fee, and we recommend Tikankolo for larger groups. At Tikankolo, after paying the group fee, you can also pitch a tent in the yard.

  • Myllyjärvi Lakeshore Cabin: 1–3 people sleep indoors. In summer, the Tentsile tree tent in the yard sleeps another 1–3 people.

  • Matildanjärvi cabins: each cabin has two sleeping platforms for three people, so one cabin sleeps up to 6 people. If you book both cabins, there is room for 12 people.

  • Vicksbäck log kota: the wide benches around the edges of the kota sleep about 15 people when you bring your own sleeping mats.

  • Tentsile tree tents: 1–3 people. We recommend a maximum of two adults and one child. We use the Tentsile Stingray model – you can find more information on the manufacturer's website.

How do I get there and where do I park?

  • Oravankolo and Tikankolo: you cannot drive all the way to the cabins – the last stretch is on foot. Tikankolo is about 1 km from the Valklammentie car park. There is space for one car in a lay-by on Ruuhilammentie next to Oravankolo. From the Kattila car park, which can also be reached by public transport in summer, it is about 4 km on foot to either cabin. See the cabin pages for detailed directions.

  • Myllyjärvi Lakeshore Cabin: you can drive right up to the cabin. The address is J. E. Erikssonin tie 100, 10470 Raasepori, about 2.5 km from Fiskars Village.

  • Matildanjärvi cabins: you can park right next to the cabin.

  • Tentsile in Teijo: park at Matildanjärventie 84. The tree tent is behind the left-hand corner of Teijo Nature Centre.

  • Vicksbäck log kota: the kota can be reached on foot, by mountain bike or under your own steam. The nearest car park is Mikkossuo, about 1 km away, and the kota is about 2.3 km from Teijo Nature Centre. Please note that in winter the road to the Mikkossuo car park is not ploughed very regularly.

What equipment is provided and what should I bring?

  • Myllyjärvi Lakeshore Cabin: duvets, pillows and mattresses are provided. Bring sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers and towels.

  • Matildanjärvi cabins: mattresses have protective sheets and pillows have protective covers. Bring your own sheets and pillowcases and a sleeping bag or duvet.

  • Oravankolo and Tikankolo: mattresses have protective sheets and pillows have protective covers. Bring bottom sheets, duvet covers and pillowcases and a sleeping bag or duvet.

  • Tentsile tree tents: duvets, sleeping mats and pillows are not provided, so bring a sleeping mat, sleeping bag and pillow.

  • Vicksbäck log kota: bring a sleeping mat and sleeping bag as well as your own pots, pans and cutlery.

For all accommodation, we also recommend bringing toilet paper and a head torch or flashlight.

Is there drinking water?

There is no running water at Oravankolo, Tikankolo or Vicksbäck log kota, so bring drinking and cooking water with you. The Matildanjärvi cabins have drinking water canisters that you can fill at Teijo Nature Centre. The water at Myllyjärvi Lakeshore Cabin is pumped from the lake, so boil it or bring your own drinking water.

Are there toilets?

  • Myllyjärvi Lakeshore Cabin: flush toilet indoors.

  • Myllyjärvi Tentsile and kota: there is an outhouse nearby for guests of the cabin, kota and Tentsile.

  • Matildanjärvi cabins: each cabin has its own outhouse in the yard.

  • Vicksbäck log kota: an outhouse right next to the kota.

  • Oravankolo and Tikankolo: outhouses in the cabin yards.

  • Tentsile in Teijo: your booking includes the use of the toilets and showers at Teijo Nature Centre.

Please bring your own toilet paper.

Is a sauna included?

A stay at Oravankolo, Tikankolo or Myllyjärvi Lakeshore Cabin includes the use of its own sauna. Guests at the Matildanjärvi cabins get a 1.5-hour sauna slot at Matildanjärvi sauna per cabin per night. Read more in our sauna FAQ.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

The wilderness cabins, Myllyjärvi Lakeshore Cabin, Matildanjärvi cabins and Tentsile tree tents are yours from 13:00 on the day of arrival until 11:00 on the day of departure. Vicksbäck log kota is yours from 15:00 until 13:00 on the day of departure. Your stay is self-service, and you will receive detailed instructions after booking.

Can I bring my pet?

Pets are welcome for a separate pet fee at Oravankolo, Tikankolo, Myllyjärvi Lakeshore Cabin, the Matildanjärvi cabins and Vicksbäck log kota. We kindly ask you to keep pets out of the saunas, changing rooms and sauna lounges.

What should I know about making fires and heating the stove?

  • Do not light a fire at outdoor fireplaces if a wildfire warning (formerly forest fire warning) is in effect in the area.

  • Keep water for putting out the fire close to the outdoor fireplace.

  • When heating a fireplace or wood stove indoors, open the dampers and do not close them too early. This prevents the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

What do I do with rubbish?

Take care of your own rubbish, waste, empty bottles and cans, and take them with you when you leave. Leave-no-trace hiking applies in the national parks.

Will I encounter wildlife?

Most likely! Our accommodation is set in the heart of nature, in wilderness conditions. Deer, elk, bats, birds and fish are a natural part of the experience. Mice or other small animals that thrive in nature may also visit outdoors and occasionally indoors – there is no need to be alarmed. We do our best to make your stay as pleasant as possible while respecting the special character of each location.

Didn't find an answer? Send us an email: info@naturaviva.fi.

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