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Helsinki
Experience the magic of Finland, officially the happiest country in the world! Whether you're dreaming of a snowy winter escape with northern lights and cozy saunas, or a refreshing summer holiday under the midnight sun, our home is ready to welcome you.
Stay in our charming two-floor terraced house in the peaceful and green neighborhood of Pakila, just north of Helsinki city center.
Upstairs: A fully equipped kitchen, a cozy living room, and a quiet office space.
Downstairs: Two comfortable bedrooms (sleeps 3 adults), a bathroom, and a relaxing electric sauna.
Enjoy a private backyard – perfect for morning coffee or evening unwinding.
Explore nature and activities nearby. Pakila is a paradise for outdoor lovers! Within just a few kilometers, you’ll find:
- Golf & frisbee golf courses
- Climbing park Korkee & free outdoor gym
- Indoor swimming hall & nature pond in Pirkkola
- Helsinki’s Central Park – ideal for hiking and biking
Everything you need is close by. Walk to local cafés, sushi and italian restaurants, supermarkets (S-Market & Lidl), a kiosk, pharmacy, hairdresser, gas station, playground, and to a public library.
Day Trips to Estonia and Sweden are a must. Make the most of your stay with easy ferry trips to Tallinn and Stockholm from Helsinki harbor.
Getting around is easy. While we don’t offer a car, Helsinki’s public transport system (HSL) is top-notch.
Use buses, trams, trains, metro, and ferries with tourist-friendly tickets. Car rentals are available at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or the Central Railway Station.
We warmly welcome you to experience Finnish nature and culture.
Visit Helsinki: http://www.visithelsinki.fi/en
Visit Finland: https://www.visitfinland.com/en/
Listing Overview
Property
- Bedrooms 2
- Sleeping Capacity 3
- Bathrooms 2
- Living Area 132 m2
- Total Area m2
House rules
- Small children are welcome Yes
- Pets are welcome Yes
- Non-smoking house Yes
- Pet care wanted No
- Car necessary No
Exchange dates
| Exchange dates | Length of stay (nb of days) | Flexible |
|---|---|---|
| June 19, 2026 - July 26, 2026 | 4 weeks | No |
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2-4 weeks. We are open to all suggestions! We prefer mountains and the Mediterranean Sea. |
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Exchange periods
| Earliest date | Latest date | Length of stay (nb of days) | Flexible dates | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Exchange period
1
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Earliest date
2026/06/19
June 19, 2026
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Latest date
2026/07/26
July 26, 2026
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Length of stay (nb of days)
4
Weeks
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Flexible dates
No
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Neighborhood
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Hietaniemi Beach (11.5 km)
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Baltic Sea (13.8 km)
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Lake Pitkäjärvi (12.4 km)
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River Vantaa (4.6 km)
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Paloheinä hill and forest (2.5 km)
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Paloheinä Golf (2.5 km)
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Supermarket S-Market (0.6 km)
About the neighborhood
Pakila is a green and active neighbourhood in Northern Helsinki, about nine kilometers from the city center.
Nearest Airport: Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL)
House amenities
Vehicles included in exchange
- Use/Exchange of car 0
- Number of bicycles 0
- Number of children's bicycles 0
- Number of electrical bicycles 0
- Use of boat 0
House essentials
House features
Instruments
Accessibility
References
Your exchange partner’s home satisfaction rating is 3.0, based on 1 references.
The guests took excellent care of our home. The presentation of our replacement family's home on the announcement page completely corresponded to reality. Vieraat pitivät erinomaista huolta kodistamme. Vaihtoperheemme kodin esittely ilmoitussivulla vastasi täysin todellisuutta.
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Member since
2012
- 9 Exchanges made
Jaakko is a Manager, Educational Policy at the Trade Union of Education, he plays the guitar and likes to run. Salla works as a School Secretary (Upper Comprehensive School and Upper Secondary School) and plays the cello.
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