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Puulämmitteinen sauna Rantakarin mökillä Kotkassa

Heating a wood-fired sauna

How to heat and enjoy a wood-fired sauna at kotteria cottages

There’s nothing quite like the gentle, natural heat of a wood-fired sauna. Whether you’re visiting Finland for the first time or you’re a seasoned sauna enthusiast, understanding how to properly heat and enjoy a traditional sauna enhances the experience. At Kotteria cottages, all our properties come with at least one wood-fired sauna—offering guests an authentic slice of Finnish culture.

This guide walks you through everything you need to know: from preparing the stove and lighting the fire to enjoying the rituals of sauna bathing and post-sauna relaxation. Whether you’re soaking in the silence of a seaside sauna or enjoying the warmth after a day outdoors, a properly heated sauna offers deep relaxation and well-being.

Let’s explore how to make the most of your sauna session—step by step.

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Talvellakin voi paljuilla. Kivikosken vuokramökki Pyhtäällä, vain 110km Helsingistä itään

Heating the hot tub in winter

Enjoy the warmth of a wood-fired hot tub even in the heart of winter. With proper care and maintenance, winter hot tubbing can be a safe, relaxing, and unforgettable experience. Whether you’re spending a cozy weekend at a cottage or enjoying a snowy holiday in nature, a well-prepared hot tub adds a touch of luxury to the cold season. This article offers practical tips for heating, using, and cleaning your hot tub during the winter months — and introduces the hot tub options available at Suomen Kotteria rental cottages in Pyhtää, Finland.

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Everyone’s rights and cottage life in Finland

Everyone’s rights and cottage life in Finland

In Finland, “jokaisenoikeudet” – everyone’s rights – allow all people to move freely in nature, regardless of who owns the land. Whether you’re walking in the forest, picking berries, or simply enjoying the peace and quiet of the countryside, these rights offer great opportunities for outdoor activities. However, they also come with responsibilities: respecting nature, private property, and others’ peace is essential.

This article explains what everyone’s rights include, what you’re allowed to do, and what is not permitted when staying at a rental cottage in Finland. Learn how to enjoy Finnish nature responsibly while respecting local laws and traditions.

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