Things to do at a Nordic cottage
Sauna by the lake, paddling in the long evening light, skiing and the northern lights. Pick what you'd like to do and see the cottages that suit it.
All year
Sauna and a cool dip
Heat up in the cottage's own sauna, then cool off in the lake or sea. In winter, some brave a hole in the ice.
See 9 cottagesSummer
Swimming from your own shore
Many cottages sit right on the water, with a jetty or a sandy shore a few steps from the door.
See 9 cottagesSummer
Canoeing and paddling
Calm lakes and sheltered bays are made for a canoe. These cottages have one waiting for you.
See 5 cottagesAll year
Fishing from a boat
Row out in the evening or fish through the ice in winter. Simple rod fishing is free in many places; other fishing needs a licence.
See 7 cottagesLate summer and autumn
Forest walks and wild berries
Trails start at the door. From July, pick blueberries, lingonberries and mushrooms under everyman's right.
See 6 cottagesWinter
Northern lights
From late August to early April, dark skies in Lapland, northern Norway and Iceland bring the best chances.
See 3 cottagesWinter
Skiing, downhill and cross-country
Stay close to the slopes, or set off on cross-country tracks that run past the cottage.
See 2 cottagesAll year
Holidays with your dog
Room to roam and owners who welcome four-legged guests. Check the cottage's own rules before you book.
See 5 cottages
Rantio doesn't sell activities. The owner can tell you what's close by, and local guides take bookings for things like husky rides and aurora tours.