Villas in Pudasjärvi
Pudasjärvi suits sauna holidays in snowy fell country, with the Syöte fells and a national park nearby. Iso-Syöte, the southernmost fell in Finland, is around 45 minutes by road from the town. Nearly every home has a sauna, but this is forest and distance rather than a resort with shops and nightlife, so a car is essential.
- Villas
- 16
- From, per week
- £424
About Pudasjärvi
Pudasjärvi is one of the most sparsely populated municipalities in Finland: about 7,000 residents spread over almost 5,900 square kilometres. The holiday homes sit out in that countryside rather than in the town centre, mostly in the Syöte fell area, where Iso-Syöte rises to 432 metres and the resort has two fells with ski centres, Iso-Syöte and Pikku-Syöte. The fell is known for heavy snowfall. Syöte National Park lies alongside, old-growth forest with large areas of wetland. Nearly all the homes have a sauna and most have a fireplace, and many sleep around six. Evenings are quiet and mostly spent indoors. Check what is open before an off-season visit.
Is Pudasjärvi right for you?
- Best for
- Sauna holidays in snowy fell country, far from towns
- Not for you if
- You want restaurants, shops or nightlife on the doorstep, because the town is a drive away from the fells.
Near Pudasjärvi
Iso-Syöte
Southernmost fell in Finland at 432 metres, with ski centres on Iso-Syöte and Pikku-Syöte. Around 45 minutes by road from Pudasjärvi town.
Syöte National Park
Old-growth forest with large areas of mire, spread across Pudasjärvi, Posio and Taivalkoski, and named after the Syöte fell beside it.
Oulu
The nearest big city, with Pudasjärvi lying about 87 km to its north-east. Oulu Airport is where most journeys start.
Getting to Pudasjärvi
Oulu Airport is the practical arrival point. It is about 100 km from Pudasjärvi town, roughly 1 hour 20 minutes by road, and Iso-Syöte is further on. Buses run from Oulu to Pudasjärvi, but services out to the fells are infrequent, so hire a car.
When to go to Pudasjärvi
Winters are long and cold, and Iso-Syöte is known for heavy snowfall, so a winter stay here is built around snow, ski centres and the sauna. Summers are short and mild, and the forest and national park are the draw. Check opening times for anything you plan to use outside winter.
Villas in Pudasjärvi
3-star property
Kranni 2
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
6
1
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+4 more
from£64
per night
3-star property
Vilkkuna 20 a
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
5
1
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+5 more
from£96
per night
2-star property
Luppotupa
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
4
1
0
DishwasherMicrowaveWashing Machine+8 more
2-star property
Mäkitupa
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
6
2
0
MicrowaveFridgeNon-Smoking+2 more
from£87
per night
3-star property
Kranni 1
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
6
1
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+4 more
from£61
per night
3-star property
Rome 10
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
7
3
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+9 more
from£119
per night
4-star property
Loma-saaga 3
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
8
3
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+6 more
from£181
per night
2-star property
Lupposyöte b1
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
4
1
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+6 more
from£61
per night
3-star property
3-star property
Eemeli
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
4
1
0
FireplaceMicrowaveSauna+6 more
from£61
per night
3-star property
Tupala
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
6
3
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+6 more
from£102
per night
4-star property
Villa plywood
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
8
4
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+6 more
from£194
per night
4-star property
Rantatähti
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
8
4
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+6 more
from£184
per night
3-star property
Tähti b
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
4
1
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+5 more
from£103
per night
3-star property
3-star property
Aihki pine cottage (aikaisemmin aihki b)
Pudasjärvi, North Ostrobothnia, Finland
5
1
0
DishwasherMicrowaveWashing Machine+7 more
Pudasjärvi villa holidays: questions answered
Is Pudasjärvi good for a winter holiday?
Yes, mainly because of the Syöte fells. Iso-Syöte is known for heavy snowfall, and both Iso-Syöte and Pikku-Syöte have ski centres. Winters are long and cold, so pack properly.
How far is Iso-Syöte from Pudasjärvi?
Around 45 minutes by road, about 54 km from Pudasjärvi town. Buses make the trip only around six times a week, so most visitors drive.
Is there a national park near Pudasjärvi?
Yes. Syöte National Park lies partly in Pudasjärvi and partly in Posio and Taivalkoski. It is old-growth forest, and roughly a quarter of the park is mire and other wetland.
Do holiday homes in Pudasjärvi have a sauna?
Nearly all of them do, and most also have a fireplace. This is the main feature of the stock here, and none of the homes in our listings has a private pool.
Is Pudasjärvi busy?
No. The municipality has about 7,000 residents across a very large area, one of the thinnest populations in Finland. Expect empty roads and quiet evenings.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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