At Isokenkäisten Klubi, responsibility begins with respect for the surrounding Kuusamo wilderness. Located by Lake Heikinjärvi at the foot of Kuntivaara Fell, we aim to preserve the nature, tranquillity and local heritage that make this place special.
Sustainability is also closely connected to the history of Isokenkäisten Klubi. Old buildings have been given a new life. Cottages in the grounds have been created from traditional old barns and threshing barns, while the main building was once home to a large family from Kuusamo. Each building has its own story and is part of the local cultural heritage.
This same approach continues throughout the interiors. Wood and recycled building materials have been used in the buildings, while much of the furniture and tableware is recycled, second-hand or made up of carefully selected finds. High-quality Finnish design is also an important part of the interiors and tableware.
Our commitment to responsible tourism is recognised with both the Sustainable Travel Finland label and Green Key certification. Responsibility is not only about certifications, however. It is reflected in our everyday choices, from wastewater treatment and the reuse of materials to the seasonal and local ingredients used in Restaurant Klubi.
How we put responsibility into practice
- Sustainable Travel Finland label and Green Key certification
- Preserving and giving new life to old buildings
- Cottages created from traditional old barns and threshing barns
- Preservation of local building traditions and cultural heritage
- Use of wood and recycled materials in construction
- Vintage and second-hand furniture carefully selected for the interiors
- Furniture and tableware largely recycled, second-hand or carefully selected finds
- Wastewater treated in our own treatment plant
- Restaurant menus planned around seasonal ingredients
- Ingredients sourced locally and efficiently whenever possible
- Respect for the surrounding forests, lakes, wildlife and tranquillity
- Continuous efforts to minimise our environmental impact and preserve the Kuusamo wilderness for the future
