Helsinki, Finland

FI1146
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Our front door

Our front door

Helsinki silhouette

Helsinki silhouette

Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma

Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma

Oodi, Helsinki Central Library

Oodi, Helsinki Central Library

The Rock Church

The Rock Church

Excursions at sea near Helsinki

Excursions at sea near Helsinki

Suomenlinna fortress

Suomenlinna fortress

Seurasaari Open-Air Museum

Seurasaari Open-Air Museum

Hiking in national park Nuuksio

Hiking in national park Nuuksio

Aurora borealis near our home in winter

Aurora borealis near our home in winter

Allas Sea Pool

Allas Sea Pool

Finland, Land of the Midnight Sun

Finland, Land of the Midnight Sun

Our front door Helsinki silhouette Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma Oodi, Helsinki Central Library The Rock Church Excursions at sea near Helsinki Suomenlinna fortress Seurasaari Open-Air Museum Hiking in national park Nuuksio Aurora borealis near our home in winter Allas Sea Pool Finland, Land of the Midnight Sun

Terraced house in northern 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/

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Listing Overview

Classic home exchange
Flat
In the suburbs

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 No
  • 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

2-4 weeks. We are open to all suggestions! We prefer mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.

December 27, 2026 - January 06, 2027 1 days No

Skiing somewhere in Europe in northern Europe, the Alps or other ski destinations.

Exchange periods

Earliest date Latest date Length of stay (nb of days) Flexible dates
Exchange period 1
Earliest date
2026/06/19
June 19, 2026
Latest date
2026/07/26
July 26, 2026
Length of stay (nb of days)
4 Weeks
Flexible dates
No
Exchange period 2
Earliest date
2026/12/27
December 27, 2026
Latest date
2027/01/06
January 06, 2027
Length of stay (nb of days)
1 Days
Flexible dates
No

Neighborhood

  • shopping Supermarket S-Market (0.6 km)
  • golfing Paloheinä Golf (2.5 km)
  • forest Paloheinä hill and forest (2.5 km)
  • river River Vantaa (4.6 km)
  • lake Lake Pitkäjärvi (12.4 km)
  • sea Baltic Sea (13.8 km)
  • beach Hietaniemi Beach (11.5 km)

About the neighborhood

Pakila is a green and active neighbourhood in Northern Helsinki, about nine kilometers from the city center.

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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

Central heating
Clothes dryer
Television
Washing machine
Dishwasher

House features

Park / playground
Sauna private
Terrace or deck

Instruments

Piano

Accessibility

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We love the nature, especially mountains all year round

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.

Exchange dates

Exchange dates Flexible
19 Jun 2026 - 26 Jul 2026 No

2-4 weeks. We are open to all suggestions! We prefer mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.

27 Dec 2026 - 6 Jan 2027 No

Skiing somewhere in Europe in northern Europe, the Alps or other ski destinations.

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