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If you are arriving by car, we offer plenty of free parking in our courtyard. Please make sure your vehicle does not block any entrances or access routes. If you are driving an electric vehicle, charging is available only via a standard power outlet (maximum 16 A). We do not yet have a dedicated EV charging station. If you are arriving by train, the guesthouse is approximately 50 meters from the railway station.
The entrance to the guesthouse is located in our courtyard through the gray door. The door is equipped with a keypad lock, and you have been provided with the correct access code. Simply enter the numbers, and the door will unlock. If you accidentally enter an incorrect code, wait a few seconds before trying again. Please do not leave the door open.
The guest rooms are located on the top floor of the building. Upon entering, go straight up the staircase directly in front of you.
Our guesthouse has eight unique rooms of varying sizes. Rooms 9, 1, 2, and 3 are located to the left of the staircase, while Rooms 7, 6, 5, and 4 are on the right.
During the winter, the rooms are heated with radiators connected to the district heating system. Each radiator has its own thermostat. If you would like the room to be warmer, simply turn the thermostat up. When you leave, we kindly ask that you return the setting to between 2 and 3 if possible. There is no need—or environmental benefit—to keep an unoccupied room unnecessarily warm.
You will also find complimentary wool socks available to borrow in the lobby. Please leave them in your room after use.
During the summer, all rooms are equipped with air conditioning. The remote control is located in the wall-mounted holder in your room. Point the remote at the unit and press the On/Off button to turn it on. Press the Mode button until the display shows the letter A inside a square, which indicates Automatic mode. Use the Temp button to choose your preferred temperature. We recommend setting it to 20–21°C (68–70°F). The Comfort button directs the airflow upward, preventing it from blowing directly at you.
All rooms include bed linens and towels. If you need an extra pillow or towel, please feel free to contact us. An iron and ironing board are also available upon request.
Each room is stocked with extra rolls of toilet paper, and additional supplies are available in the lobby if needed.
Rooms facing the street (Rooms 2, 3, and 4) may experience more traffic noise from Asemakatu. Our neighboring plywood factory, Riga Wood, generates truck traffic during the daytime, so some noise is unavoidable. Nights are generally quiet. However, if outside noise disturbs your sleep, complimentary earplugs are available in the suitcase located in the lobby, alongside the wool socks.
You can order a breakfast basket in advance by 5:00 PM (17:00) on the day before.
Each breakfast basket contains plenty of food for one hungry guest or two lighter eaters. It includes a generously filled sandwich, a smoothie, fresh juice, a snack bar, yogurt, and a piece of fruit.
Your breakfast basket(s) will be placed in the refrigerator in the shared kitchen the evening before your breakfast. Please look for the shelf labeled with your room number.
The price of a breakfast basket is 9 €. Payment can be made via MobilePay using the instructions displayed on the wall in the shared kitchen, or you can request a payment link from us.
If your group has booked a breakfast buffet, it will be served in the dining hall on the ground floor at the agreed time. The dining hall is accessed through the shared kitchen.
A Bit of History
Until 2023, this room served as our reception area. As online booking systems became the norm and the need for a traditional reception desk decreased, we decided to give the space a new purpose.
Our previous shared kitchen was located upstairs, where the current utility room (Room 8) is now. It was very small and impractical, and because of its location, noise easily carried into all the guest rooms.
With the exception of the plumbing and electrical work, the renovation was completed by the owner of the guesthouse, Sami. During the renovation, he carefully preserved the character of the old building by leaving parts of the original log walls exposed and restoring the space while respecting its historic atmosphere. The vintage food packages displayed on the upper shelves are authentic items from past decades. They were previously part of the exhibition in Liekoranta’s former local food shop.
Coffee, Tea, and Kitchen Facilities
Our shared kitchen features a coffee machine that brews a fresh cup of coffee whenever you’d like one.
The machine requires electricity, water, and coffee beans. Coffee beans should be added to the container on top of the machine. Water is poured into the reservoir on the right-hand side, which can be removed by pulling it straight outward.
To make coffee:
Tea is also available. If your preferred variety is not available, please let us know—we’re happy to hear your suggestions. Milk and sugar for coffee and tea are provided as well.
Food Storage
The refrigerator contains a designated shelf for each guest room. You are welcome to store your food and drinks on the shelf labeled with your room number.
Cooking
The kitchen is equipped with an induction cooktop, microwave oven, and the most common cooking utensils. If you need any additional equipment, please don’t hesitate to ask.
Dishes
When you’re finished, simply place your used dishes in the basket on the kitchen floor. We’ll take care of the washing in our main kitchen.
You’re on holiday—leave the dishes to us! 🙂
Water Bottles
Reusable water bottles are available for guests to borrow. After use, please place the bottle in the dish basket.
Recycling
Our waste station includes separate bins for:
We kindly ask you to sort your waste accordingly.
A basket for refundable deposit bottles and cans is located next to the door and on our enclosed terrace.
All guests are welcome to use our sauna, which is equipped with an always-ready sauna stove.
When the guesthouse is fully booked, a reservation schedule will be posted on the sauna door. We kindly ask that you reserve the sauna for approximately one hour at a time, so that everyone has a chance to enjoy it.
Disposable sauna seat covers are available in the changing room. The same basket also contains small towels that can be used as seat towels or foot towels. After use, please place them in the laundry basket located beneath the basket.
Please remember to bring a bath towel from your room. The sauna is stocked with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash for your convenience.
The sauna comfortably accommodates up to three people at a time.
Using the Sauna Stove
The sauna stove is always on and ready for use. Please do not switch it off after your sauna session.
Before leaving, please make sure the shower is fully turned off and not dripping.
Between sauna sessions, you’re welcome to cool off on our enclosed terrace.
Churches
Attractions
The easiest way to discover local attractions, activities, and events is by visiting the Visit Sastamala website. Cyclists can enjoy the popular Rautavesi Trail, with route information and maps available here.
If you’re looking for a peaceful walk, a scenic lakeside path begins at Liekoranta and continues all the way to Tervakallio Camping. During the summer, Pikinokka Beach offers a sandy beach, swimming, and a beach bar. Along the route, you’ll also find Bistro Meijerinranta, which is open during the summer season.
Want a preview of the walk? Our hostess has shared a video of the route on Liekoranta’s Instagram page.
Sastamala offers a wide variety of excellent restaurants and cafés. Here are some nearby recommendations:
For today’s lunch menus and a complete list of lunch restaurants in the area, visit: Sastamala Lunch Guide
History
The Tampere–Pori railway was completed in 1895, and Liekoranta opened its doors in 1901 to accommodate the growing number of railway travelers.
The first innkeeper was Herman Ullvén, a well-known local craftsman who made spinning wheels, operated a soft drink factory, and ran restaurants. Guest rooms were furnished with a washstand, soap, a water pitcher, and a chamber pot. Outdoor toilets and a stable for horses were located in the courtyard. Telephone service arrived in 1905, followed by electricity and outdoor lighting three years later.
The inn employed a maid and a farmhand, who also transported guests by horse and carriage. The household earned its living from a few cows, a pig, and the abundant fish caught in nearby Lake Liekovesi.
Herman Ullvén was a true entrepreneur. In addition to running the inn, he sold coffins, arranged insurance for horses and cattle, produced apple juice, mead, and strawberry, orange, and lemon soft drinks, which he sold by the basket, and even made chocolate sweets.
He also served in the local fire brigade, rented out a potato mill, and hosted auctions, meetings, and sales events at Liekoranta. Guests could even purchase concert tickets at the inn.
During the early years, the names and home addresses of guests staying at the inn were published in the local newspaper. Herman Ullvén passed away in November 1930, and his wife, Sanni, in August 1956.
Beginning in 1924, Liekoranta was managed by Aksel and Roosa Iisa.
The guesthouse became a gathering place for district court sessions, which often lasted several days during the winter, autumn, and intermediate court terms. In addition to the parties involved in legal proceedings, judges and jurors also stayed at the inn. Guests could also arrange automobile transportation from Liekoranta.
After Roosa passed away in 1931, Aksel married Elin Mikola the following year.
Following the bankruptcy of the property’s owner, Liekoranta was transferred to V. E. Alanen, a railway foreman, and Lempi Alanen, who leased the premises to Walter Hannibal Schultz from Huittinen.
At that time, Liekoranta served meals, sandwiches, coffee, and refreshments daily from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. In 1938, the inn’s furnishings were sold at a voluntary auction, after which Schultz opened a new business in Punkalaidun. The next tenant, Iida Kurri, remained only briefly. By 1939, the owners of Liekoranta were listed as Ida and Evert Franssila from Tampere. (Article by Armi Hohko, published in Tyrvään Sanomat on 9 November 2024.)
Over the years, Liekoranta has also housed a grocery store and a post office, serving as an important meeting place for the local community.
The current owners, Suvi Kallinen and Sami Mamia, have been welcoming guests to Liekoranta since autumn 2021. They purchased the property while the COVID-19 pandemic was still ongoing.
Today, the banquet hall hosts a wide variety of family celebrations, private events, and business meetings. Our popular Christmas, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day buffets are open to everyone. In the spring of 2025, we introduced our Afternoon Tea events, which have since become a returning tradition. For the past two autumns, we’ve also hosted entertaining Murder Mystery Dinners in the hall.
The guest rooms continue to welcome travelers from near and far. During the winter season, we also operate the restaurant services at Ellivuori Ski Resort.
In spring 2026, our new professional catering kitchen, Tiilihovi, will be completed. From there, we’ll provide catering services throughout the region while Liekoranta continues to welcome guests here in its historic home.
Liekoranta has stood proudly for well over a century. We are committed to preserving its history and ensuring that its story continues for generations to come.
Warm regards,
Suvi, Sami, and the wonderful Liekoranta team!
