Summer Cottage Experience

Finnish Sauna & Cottage Experience

 

Escape the city and experience one of the most beloved parts of Finnish culture: a day at a traditional summer cottage by the Baltic Sea.

Our cottage experiences have been a real highlight of summer 2026, giving our guests the chance to slow down and enjoy Finland the way locals do – surrounded by peaceful nature, fresh sea air and beautiful coastal scenery.

For summer 2027, the experience is getting even better. We are introducing exciting new upgrades and possibilities at the cottage, while keeping everything that makes the experience special: privacy, authenticity and a relaxed Finnish atmosphere.

Your private host will pick you up directly from your accommodation in Helsinki and take you on a scenic drive to the cottage. Once there, the day can be shaped around you. Explore the surrounding nature, enjoy a Finnish-style lunch or dinner, take a rowing boat out on the water, relax in a traditional wood-burning sauna and – if you're feeling brave – take a refreshing swim in the Baltic Sea.

There is no need to rush. This is Finnish summer at its best.

Example itinerary:
11.00 a.m.
Pick-up by your Private Guide
11.00 - 11.50
Scenic trip to the cottage
11.50 - 12.30
Exploring the surroundings
12.30 - 13.30
Finnish-style lunch
13.30 - 15.00
Leisure time, rowing or walking in the nature
15.00 - 16.30
Traditional wood-burning sauna & swimming
16.30 - 17.20
Return to Helsinki and drop-off at your preferred location

  • Includes: Private One Day in Helsinki host, door-to-door transportation and a personalized cottage experience
  • Duration: 5-7 hours
  • Pick-up time: Flexible, typically between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.
  • Price: Starting from 750 euros, depending on group size and chosen program 

Our summer cottage is located in a beautiful and peaceful setting overlooking the Baltic Sea, less than an hour from Helsinki.

Interested in experiencing the Finnish summer like a local? Get in touch and let us create your perfect cottage day.

"The best part was driving out to the countryside and visiting a completely gorgeous home right on the ocean. We had an authentic sauna experience here and then jumped into the Baltic Sea! It was so refreshing and something my four teenagers are still talking about. Also, the meal we had was out of this world in such a beautiful setting!! Thank you so much, Niki and One day in Helsinki, for an amazing experience that we will be talking about for years!!"

Cruise ship visitors from US  -Tripadvisor 

 

This was my second time visiting Finland, and this time the experience was completely different. Thanks to our 'One Day in Helsinki' host. We had the opportunity to feel Finland to its essence. From Porkkala's beautiful nature, Suomenlinna island boat day visit, sunny sailing and getting the incredible vibe of what Helsinki can offer. I'll definitely never forget the rush of jumping into the cold sea from the hot sauna, it was amazing. Thank you for making our journey so vivid and colorful, start preparing more surprises cause we are coming back!

Finland fan from Serbia -Tripadvisor

Tatjana S.

One Day in Helsinki

Niki Keinonen
One Day in Helsinki Oy
+358 40 775 4500 · WhatsApp
niki@onedayinhelsinki.com

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