Villas in Mäntyharju
Mäntyharju suits sauna-cottage stays in Finland's lake country, with Repovesi National Park nearby and about 200 km by road to Helsinki. The homes are scattered across the municipality, so you will drive for supplies and outings.
- Villas
- 12
- From, per week
- £701
About Mäntyharju
Mäntyharju is a lake-country municipality about 40 km southwest of Mikkeli. The homes are scattered around it rather than grouped in a village, nearly all have a sauna and a fireplace, and they are mostly for families of about six. Art Centre Salmela hosts one of Finland's largest cultural events each July and August. Repovesi National Park, shared with Kouvola, has hiking trails, climbing on Olhavanvuori hill and observation towers. In winter the municipality lays ice ski tracks whenever possible, with shelters along the way that have firewood.
Is Mäntyharju right for you?
- Best for
- Families wanting a sauna cottage with walks and lake skiing
- Not for you if
- You want shops and cafés close by, because the homes are scattered around a rural municipality.
Near Mäntyharju
Repovesi National Park
A park shared with Kouvola, with hiking trails, climbing on Olhavanvuori hill, several observation towers and a water taxi route.
Art Centre Salmela
An art centre in Mäntyharju that hosts one of Finland's largest cultural events each July and August.
Mikkeli
A town for a day out; Mäntyharju lies about 40 km to its southwest.
Getting to Mäntyharju
Fly to Helsinki. Mäntyharju is about 200 km from Helsinki by road, and the municipality has a direct, high-speed train link to the capital area. The homes are spread out, so a car is the practical choice once you arrive.
When to go to Mäntyharju
Salmela's cultural programme runs through July and August. The ice ski tracks are suited to November, December, January and February, depending on ice, and signs at the start points show when the ice is unsafe. The beginner route runs about 1 km each way.
Villas in Mäntyharju
4-star property
Kuvalanranta
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
4
3
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+8 more
from£137
per night
4-star property
Koholahti
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
6
3
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+9 more
from£157
per night
3-star property
Karhupirtti
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
6
1
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+7 more
from£102
per night
5-star property
Ritalahti
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
8
2
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+8 more
from£150
per night
5-star property
Villa salix
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
8
2
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+8 more
from£175
per night
5-star property
Villa milla
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
8
4
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+10 more
from£216
per night
5-star property
Kissankulma
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
6
2
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+8 more
from£139
per night
4-star property
Kivilöytö
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
4
1
0
BBQFireplaceMicrowave+8 more
from£100
per night
3-star property
1-Bedroom Home, Mäntyharju
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
6
1
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+6 more
from£127
per night
3-star property
Kettukallio
Mäntyharju, Southern Savonia, Finland
6
2
0
BBQDishwasherFireplace+7 more
from£101
per night
3-star property
3-star property
Mäntyharju villa holidays: questions answered
Can you ski on the lake at Mäntyharju?
Yes, when the ice allows. Tracks start from Kurkiniemi, and the longest route is almost 30 km round trip. Signs at departure points show if the ice is unsafe, and skiers should stay near the shore because a snowmobile track runs on Pyhävesi.
What is Repovesi like for a stay in Mäntyharju?
Repovesi is a forest park of pine and birch with lakes and streams, hiking trails, climbing on Olhavanvuori and several observation towers. It lies in Mäntyharju and Kouvola, and about 100,000 visitors came in 2024.
How far is Mäntyharju from Helsinki?
About 200 km by car, with a direct high-speed train to the capital area as the alternative. That makes Mäntyharju workable for a short stay straight after flying into Helsinki.
Is there a summer cultural event in Mäntyharju?
Yes. Art Centre Salmela hosts one of Finland's largest cultural events in July and August each summer, so book early if those weeks matter to you.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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