Accommodation description
Situated on Lake Karanka, this log-cabin cottage is 20 minutes’ drive from Karstula village centre. It provides free use of a row boat, as well as a BBQ hut and private terrace. A lakeside sauna can be rented from the property.
The 3-bedroom Villa Mertala provides a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. The cottage also has 2 bathrooms, a washing machine and drying room for clothing. The living room has a flat-screen TV and fireplace.
Guests can enjoy on-site snowmobile rental and fishing licenses available for purchase. Other activities include swimming, hiking and cross-country skiing.
A variety of restaurants and stores are found in Saarijärvi, 30 minutes’ drive away, while the smaller town of Karstula is 15 km from the cottage. Please inform Villa Mertala 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.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isnt accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isnt provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.
As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
After booking, you will receive payment instructions and key pickup information via email.
Bed linen and towels are not included. You can rent them on site or bring your own.
You can clean before check-out or pay a final cleaning fee. <br/><b>Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.</b>
Services Accommodation
Private beach area
Sun terrace
Shared kitchen
shared lounge/TV area
Beachfront
Water park
parking on site
wifi available in all areas
board games/puzzles
Smoke alarms
Parking
Pets allowed
Sauna
Garden
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Airport shuttle
Fishing
Facilities for disabled guests
Skiing
Family rooms
Free parking
internet services
express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Canoeing
Hiking
BBQ facilities
Cycling
Bowling
Heating
Horse riding
wifi
Free WiFi
Non-smoking throughout
Air conditioning
invoice provided
guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
thermometers for guests provided by property
face masks for guests available
Fire extinguishers
use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
process in place to check health of guests
first aid kit available
contactless check-in/check-out
cashless payment available
physical distancing rules followed
screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas