Your own floating cottage on the Finnish lakes

Satamatie 4, 18100 Heinola, Finland, Heinola

Your own floating cottage on the Finnish lakes

Imagine waking up on a quiet lake, making coffee on your own deck and deciding where to sail today. With Houseboat.fi you rent a fully equipped houseboat in Heinola and explore Lake Päijänne and the Finnish Lakeland at your own pace – you are the captain.

Why choose Houseboat.fi

  • Wood-fired Finnish sauna on the back deck – with the lake right next to it
  • No boating licence or experience needed – a 1-hour captain's course is included
  • Our harbour team plans the route with you and shows you the best nature spots
  • 2–8 people (2+2 to 6+2), depending on the model – ideal for families and friends
  • Low hull and stable catamaran design: calm, safe and able to reach quiet bays
  • Check-in any day of the week, 15:00–18:00 · season 1 May – 31 October 2027

In the boat business since 1991.
Questions? info@houseboat.fi · +358 40 164 6168 (also WhatsApp)

Try & Buy – experience it before you own it. Rent a premium houseboat, and if you then decide to buy one, Nordic Season will deduct your rental cost from the price of a brand-new houseboat. More at nordicseason.fi

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Accommodation

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21/4 Eco HOUSEBOAT

Real Finnish wood-fired sauna on board – on the back deck of every houseboat. Houseboat Eco-Wood is a high-class and atmospheric houseboat, which has been made of eco-friendly wood materials. Eco-Wood’s white decoration creates a cozy atmosphere and the own fireplace completes the high-level amenities of the boat. This houseboat is most suitable for small families or groups. Houseboat Eco-Wood 21 m2 with a one bedroom accommodates up to a maximum of four people. The bedroom has a queen size double bed. There’s also a folding sofa for two in the living room. The kitchen is well-equipped. On the back deck of the boat, you can relax in an original Finnish wood-heated sauna. In Finland, no special licenses or prior experience are needed to drive our houseboats. Traveling on the lake is easy and we’ll give you comprehensive instructions during arrival. You’ll also have a navigating system, which makes it easy to sail in the Finnish Lakeland. If a problem should occur, our serving team is always only a phone call away. Sleeping Main bedroom — a double bed Living room — a two-seat sofa turning into a double bed Cooking Kitchen —kitchen furniture with kitchen equipment: fridge, small stove with sink and tap, a working surface Terrace – barbeque, dining table and chairs Residency Living room — a two-seat sofa Terrace – There is one bigger terrace in front of kitchen and living room and a smaller terrace in rear deck Bathing Bathroom — toilet, shower, sink with tap and bathroom cupboard Sauna – wood heated sauna, an exit to the back deck within easy reach of swim

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24/4 Luxe HOUSEBOAT

Real Finnish wood-fired sauna on board – on the back deck of every houseboat. The Luxe water house with modern design is the best choice for couples, small families or groups of friends. All the necessary amenities can be found on this boat. You can also easily place bicycles, fishing equipment or SUP boards on the spacious decks to enjoy the surrounding nature and water activities during your vacation!

The 24 m2 Luxe water house for 4 people with one bedroom accommodates a maximum of 4 people. The bedroom has a queen-size double bed. The living room also has a pull-out sofa for two. The kitchen is well equipped. On the back deck of the boat, you can relax in the original Finnish wood-burning sauna.

In Finland, no special licenses or prior experience are required to operate our homes on the water. Traveling around the lake is easy, and we will provide you with detailed instructions upon arrival. You will also have a navigation system that makes it easier to navigate the Finnish lakes. If there is a problem, our service team is always in touch and ready to help.

sleep
The main bedroom has a double bed or two single beds, wardrobe, laminate flooring
The living room is a sofa for two, which turns into a double bed

COOKING
Kitchen — premium kitchen furniture with kitchen equipment: refrigerator, stove with two burners, sink and faucet, work surface, kettle, coffee machine, laminate flooring
Barbecue terrace, dining table and chairs

habitation
Living room — sofa for two
Terrace — one large terrace in front of the kitchen and living room and a smaller terrace on the rear deck

BATHING
Bathroom — toilet, shower with bathtub, sink with faucet and bathroom cabinet
Sauna — wood-burning sauna with alder, access to the rear deck within easy reach for swimming

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24/4 Luxe Spa HOUSEBOAT

Real Finnish wood-fired sauna on board – on the back deck of every houseboat. Houseboat Spa’s speciality is a hot tub on the back deck – you can enjoy the blue landscapes while reducing stress levels and clearing your mind! All the needed amenities can be found from this high-class boat.

Houseboat Spa 24 m2 for 4 persons with a one bedroom accommodates up to a maximum of 4 people. The bedroom has a queen size double bed or 2 single beds. There’s also a folding sofa for two in the living room or 2 folding single bed sofas. The kitchen is fully equipped. On the back deck of the boat, you can relax in an original Finnish wood-heated sauna.

In Finland, no special licenses or prior experience are needed to drive our houseboats. Traveling on the lake is easy and we’ll give you comprehensive instructions during arrival. You’ll also have a navigating system, which makes it easy to sail in the Finnish Lakeland. If a problem should occur, our serving team is always only a phone call away.

SLEEPING
Main bedroom — a double bed or two single beds, wardrobe, the floor revetted with a laminate
Living room — a two-seat sofa turning into a double bed

COOKING
Kitchen —premium type kitchen furniture with kitchen equipment: fridge, 2-burners stove with sink and tap, a working surface, kettle, coffee machine, the floor revetted with a laminate
Terrace – barbeque, dining table and chairs

RESIDENCY
Living room — a two-seat sofa
Terrace – There is one bigger terrace in front of kitchen and living room and a smaller terrace in rear deck

BATHING
Bathroom — toilet, shower cabin with paddling pool, sink with tap and bathroom cupboard
Sauna – sauna with wood heater with an alder, an exit to the back deck within easy reach of swim, a bath tub

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36/6 Eco HOUSEBOAT

Real Finnish wood-fired sauna on board – on the back deck of every houseboat. Eco-Wood water house is an atmospheric water house made of environmentally friendly wooden materials. Eco-Wood's white decoration creates a cozy atmosphere, and its own fireplace complements the boat's upscale amenities. This house on the water is most suitable for families or groups.

The 36 m2 Eco-Wood water house with two bedrooms accommodates a maximum of six people. Each bedroom has a queen-size double bed. The living room also has a pull-out sofa for two. The kitchen is well equipped. On the back deck of the boat, you can relax in the original Finnish wood-burning sauna.

In Finland, no special licenses or prior experience are required to operate our homes on the water. All of our homes on the water are equipped with a navigation system that facilitates travel across vast waters. Our port staff have experience in boat management and are well acquainted with the Finnish lakes. During the course for skippers, you will learn how to manage a house on the water and get the best tips about the Pyayanne and Keithili lakes!

sleep
The main bedroom has a double bed
The second bedroom has a double bed
The living room is a sofa for two, which turns into a double bed.

COOKING
Kitchen — kitchen furniture with kitchen equipment: refrigerator, small stove with sink and faucet, work surface
Barbecue terrace, dining table and chairs

habitation
Living room — sofa for two
Terrace — one large terrace in front of the kitchen and living room and a smaller terrace on the rear deck

BATHING
Bathroom — toilet, shower, sink with faucet and bathroom cabinet
Sauna — wood-burning sauna, access to the rear deck within easy reach for swimming.

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42/6 DeLuxe HOUSEBOAT

Real Finnish wood-fired sauna on board – on the back deck of every houseboat. This upscale and well-equipped water house is our largest model and a great choice for families or groups of friends. The comforts of home accompany you on this water house with a modern design, including Wi-Fi, which covers almost the entire lake area. You can spend the best days of summer on the sun deck on the second floor!

The Deluxe Water house accommodates 6 people, depending on the model. The kitchen is fully equipped. On the back deck of the boat, you can relax in the original Finnish wood-burning sauna.

In Finland, no special licenses or prior experience are required to operate our homes on the water. All of our homes on the water are equipped with a navigation system that facilitates travel across vast waters. Our port staff have experience in boat management and are well acquainted with the Finnish lakes. During the course for skippers, you will learn how to manage a house on the water and get the best tips about the Pyayanne and Keithili lakes!

sleep
The main bedroom has a double bed measuring 160x200 cm, wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors, drawer, laminate flooring
The second bedroom has a 140x200 cm double bed, wardrobe, laminate flooring
Living room — sofa for 3 people, which turns into a double bed

COOKING
Kitchen — premium kitchen furniture with kitchen equipment: refrigerator, freezer, two-burner stove, sink and faucet, artificial granite work surface, microwave oven, kettle, coffee machine, extractor hood, dishwasher, laminate flooring
Barbecue terrace, sofa and armchair table

habitation
The living room has a sofa for three people and a flat—screen TV
Terrace — one smaller terrace in front of the kitchen and living room and a sun deck on top of the house on the water

BATHING
The bathroom has a toilet, a shower cabin with a bathtub, a sink with a faucet, a bathroom cabinet and a large mirror on the side
Sauna — a sauna with a wood-burning boiler, an alder tree with access to the rear deck within easy reach for swimming.

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42/8 DeLuxe HOUSEBOAT

Real Finnish wood-fired sauna on board – on the back deck of every houseboat. This upscale and well-equipped water house is our largest model and a great choice for families or groups of friends. The comforts of home accompany you on this water house with a modern design, including Wi-Fi, which covers almost the entire lake area. You can spend the best days of summer on the sun deck on the second floor!

The Deluxe Water house accommodates 6-8 people, depending on the model. The kitchen is fully equipped. On the back deck of the boat, you can relax in the original Finnish wood-burning sauna.

In Finland, no special licenses or prior experience are required to operate our homes on the water. All of our homes on the water are equipped with a navigation system that facilitates travel across vast waters. Our port staff have experience in boat management and are well acquainted with the Finnish lakes. During the skipper course, you will learn how to manage a house on the water and get the best tips about the Pyayanne and Keithili lakes!

sleep
The main bedroom has a double bed measuring 160x200 cm, wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors, drawer, laminate flooring
The second bedroom has two bunk beds for 4 guests, laminate flooring
Living room — sofa for 3 people, which turns into a double bed

COOKING
Kitchen — premium kitchen furniture with kitchen equipment: refrigerator, freezer, two-burner stove, sink and faucet, artificial granite work surface, microwave oven, kettle, coffee machine, dishwasher, extractor hood, laminate flooring
Barbecue terrace, sofa and armchair table

habitation
The living room has a sofa for three people and a flat—screen TV
Terrace — one smaller terrace in front of the kitchen and living room and a sun deck on top of the house on the water

BATHING
The bathroom has a toilet, a shower cabin with a bathtub, a sink with a faucet, a bathroom cabinet and a large mirror on the side
Sauna — a sauna with a wood-burning boiler, access to the rear deck within easy reach for swimming.

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Services

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Towels and linen

Bed linen and bath towels. Click the Add button and select the required number of kits. 1=25 euros
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Early check-in

Early check-in an hour earlier at 14: 00. (Standard check-in at 15: 00)
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Late departure

Check out an hour later at 11: 00
(Standard check-out at 10: 00)
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Additional training

An additional one hour of boat management training (1 hour of basic training is included in the rental rate)
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SUP Rental

SUP Rental
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Rent an inflatable boat with a motor

Rent an inflatable boat with a 2.5 hp motor
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RIB boat rental with motor

Rent a RIB boat with a 9.9 hp motor
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Bike rental

Rent a bike (fat bike or mountain bike)
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Kayak

Inflatable kayak for 1-2 people
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Additional firewood

Additional firewood (40 liters of dry birch). One package of firewood is already included in the rental price. For sauna and fireplace. Click add and select the number of packages you need. 1 package - 15 euros
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Transfer from/ to the bus station

Transfer from/ to the bus station
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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi internet is available on the premises of the accommodation.
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Convenient location

We are located between two major lakes, Lake Ruotsalainen and Lake Konnivesi. Heinola Harbour is only about 1 kilometer from Heinola's city centre. It's a launchpad for a personalized adventure in the heart of Finland's most beautiful lake region, all while having the comfort of town amenities nearby.

Special offers

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The best available offer

Excellent price for short-term accommodation from 3 to 6 nights!Free Wi-Fi is included in the price.

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-20% Long-term stay

The rate provides a 20% discount when booking from 7 nights or more!Free Wi-Fi is included in the price.

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