Hyvän Elämän Koulun huoneisto Good Life Homestay Apartment

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.4
  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking on site

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Hyvän Elämän Koulun huoneisto Good Life Homestay Apartment in Joensuu offers a ground-floor apartment with a garden. The property features a private bathroom, kitchen, and dining area. Outdoor Facilities: Guests can enjoy an outdoor fireplace, seating area, and children's playground. The apartment includes a barbecue, outdoor furniture, and a picnic area. Breakfast and Amenities: A buffet breakfast with local specialities, juice, cheese, and fruits is served daily. The apartment provides free on-site private parking, badminton equipment hire, and a family room. Activities and Attractions: Skiing and cycling are available nearby. Koli National Park is 26 km away, and Joensuu Airport is 63 km from the property. Highly rated by guests for its friendly host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast info

Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Mariusz
France France
“- very hospitable hosts with easy contact - great place for people Loki g first silence and wishing to calm down. - good location in perspective to visits in Koli - simple yet cozy facilities”
Kaisa
Finland Finland
“Lämminhenkinen vastaanotto. Tilava ja viihtyisä huone. Lemmikki ystävällinen. Rauhallinen maalaismiljöö. Laadukasta aamupalaa.”
Paolo
Italy Italy
“Posizione, colazione, arredamento, disponibilità del gestore”
Saara
Finland Finland
“Majoittajat olivat todella mukavia ja ystävällisiä, kommunikointi oli helppoa ja kaikki sujui moitteettomasti. Buffet amiainen oli mielettömän ihana, herkullinen ja monipuolinen, myös vegaanit huomioitu hyvin ❤️ Kävimme myös lähtiessämme omistajan...”
Riitta
Finland Finland
“Henkilökunta oli ystävällistä. Aamiainen oli tosi hyvä. Hyvä hinta-laatusuhde.”
Julia
Finland Finland
“Aivan loistava majatalo ”keskellä ei mitään” Talon emäntä toteuttaa toiveesi, antaa matkavinkkejä ja todellisen Suomi-kokemuksen. Meille tämä oli viiden tähden majoitus, luonnon rauhassa, tunnelmallisessa ja yksityisessä huoneistossa,...”
Sanna
Finland Finland
“Vähän kuin kauan kadoksissa olleet kaverit olisivat vihdoin löytyneet. Välitön ilmapiiri ja rauhaa tarvittaessa. Huoneisto oli erittäin siisti. Aamupalahuone oli persoonallisesti sisustettu ja aamupala oli loistava. Hyvää kahvia 😊”
Marjo
Finland Finland
“Rauhallista majoittautua. Paljon vanhanajan " patinaa". Luonnonkeskellä, ilman liikenteen meteliä, voi " akkujaan" ladata. Mukavia ihmisiä, emäntä ja isäntä”
Daniil
Belarus Belarus
“Великолепное соответствие цена-качество , очень гостеприимный персонал, мы опаздывали, но нас дождались и очень сильно переживали за нас Все очень понравилось”
Anonymous
Finland Finland
“Pyörällä Höytiäisen ympäri. Sopivassa kohdassa majoitus, noin puolessa välissä matkaa. Rauhallinen huoneisto omalla suihkulla ja vessalla. Huoneisto yläkerrassa erillisellä sisäänkäynnillä. Herkullinen ja monipuolinen aamiainen. Ystävällinen...”

Managed by Hyvän Elämän Koulu Oy

Company review score: 9.2Based on 178 reviews from 3 properties
3 managed properties

Company information

Good Life School is located in Tuopan­joki, about 20 km from the services of Koli. The building is a former village school built in 1932, which closed its doors in 2004. Since 2021, the school has served as a cosy and characterful guesthouse, wellness centre, and retreat venue. The surroundings are ideal for inspiring courses and events that promote health, happiness, and personal growth. Carefully curated details and the tranquil countryside atmosphere make guests feel truly at home. These lovingly restored spaces invite you to relax and connect with nature. Here, both body and mind can rest. Learn more at goodlifeschool org.

Property information

Staying at Good Life School offers the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the healing power of nature. Just a short drive away, you'll find the scenic hiking trails of Koli National Park. Spend your day rowing or canoeing on nearby Lake Höytiäinen, or take a refreshing swim at Tuopan­joki’s charming natural swimming spot just one kilometre away. The day ends beautifully with a traditional wood-heated Finnish sauna. You’ll stay in a peaceful countryside setting in individually decorated rooms with a romantic rural charm. We recommend our generous and nourishing breakfast buffet to start your day right. Additional wellness services include hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to support recovery and wellbeing. Read more: goodlifeschool org and hbot fi.

Neighbourhood information

Good Life School is surrounded by beautiful forest and countryside scenery. The nearby green forest is a protected flying squirrel habitat, offering a serene natural setting. A one-kilometre nature trail begins right outside the door, inviting you to feel the forest’s quiet magic and reconnect with yourself. Lake Höytiäinen is just 700 metres away – perfect for peaceful summer days spent boating, canoeing, or fishing in idyllic Finnish lake scenery. For a refreshing dip in clean, cool water, head to Tuopan­joki’s natural swimming spot just over a kilometre from the school. It’s a hidden gem for summer bliss.

Languages spoken

German,English,Finnish,Swedish

Property surroundings

House rules

Hyvän Elämän Koulun huoneisto Good Life Homestay Apartment takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Cot upon request
Free
1 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
€ 5 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 5 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

"Please note that bed linen and towels are not provided. Guests can bring their own or rent them at the property for the following extra charges:

Bed linen and towels: 10 €(per person, per stay

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of 15 € per stay applies

Please inform Hyvän Elämän Koulun huoneisto Good Life Homestay Apartment 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.