Welcome to
Villa Ruusula
Villa Ruusula – Cultural Guesthouse, Event Venue and Accommodation in North Karelia, Finland
Villa Ruusula is a cultural guesthouse, residence, meeting and event venue located in Rääkkylä, North Karelia, on the peaceful northern shores of Lake Saimaa. It combines authentic Karelian traditions with warm hospitality, nature, and a relaxed atmosphere.
Villa Ruusula hosts a wide range of events, retreats, courses, and cultural, artistic and well-being related gatherings.
The venue is available for companies, organisations, and private guests for meetings, celebrations, family events, and private occasions. Accommodation is available for up to 20 guests, making it ideal for multi-day events and retreats.
Every event at Villa Ruusula is tailored to the wishes of the organiser. We take care of the venue, catering, and programme with genuine Karelian hospitality and joy. Guests can also book a variety of activity and programme services through us: Kantele playing work shop, Sari Kaasinen solo concert or even Karjalan piirakka (Karelian pasty) baking work shop.
After the day’s programme, it is easy to relax in the sauna, enjoy the hot tub, and stay overnight.
Guests can also enjoy the surrounding nature, silence, birdsong, forest paths, and the gentle sounds of Lake Saimaa.
Villa Ruusula is hosted by Sari Kaasinen, founder of the band Värttinä, musician, and cultural influencer, whose values are reflected throughout the house.
Villa Ruusula – a place to gather, celebrate, and feel truly welcome.
If you are interested in organizing an event or book your visit, master of kantele or kantele work shop, contact:
