Nestled on the pristine shores of Lake Näsijärvi, just 40 minutes from Tampere, Tahlo Ventures offers a unique blend of luxury accommodation and authentic Finnish experiences in a historic 500-year-old rural setting.
This award-winning LGBTQ+-friendly family business provides multiple accommodation options including the well-equipped Tahlo Hillhouse villa for up to 18 guests, electricity-free glamping in luxury tents, and a handmade sauna wagon.
Guests can enjoy traditional wood-heated saunas, hot tubs (palju), winter swimming, escape rooms, and locally-sourced cuisine. With its commitment to acceptance, equality, and being present in nature, Tahlo creates a welcoming sanctuary where everyone can truly be themselves while experiencing the silence and beauty of Finnish lakeside living.
Their story
Tahlo Ventures is a family business with roots dating back to 1585, spanning nearly 500 years of history. Founded by Johanna from the Tahlo farm, the business represents the family’s core values of acceptance, equality, and nature connection. The entire Tahlo family is involved in daily operations, maintaining the rural milieu while opening their historic premises to guests worldwide.
As members of the We Speak Gay community, they are committed to creating a supportive and equal environment where everyone is celebrated, not just accepted. Their pioneering work in LGBTQ+ tourism earned them the We Speak Gay Trailblazer Award 2025, reflecting their dedication to welcoming all guests exactly as they are. Read more about them.
Sustainability actions
Lowest impact construction and operation
- The accommodations feature Scandinavian design with Nordic interior elements.
- The glamping tents are carefully decorated with sustainable materials inspired by Finnish pinewood natural shades.
- The handmade sauna wagon, constructed in 2009 by family member Eero Tuominen, represents traditional Finnish craftsmanship.
- Buildings incorporate local wood for sauna benches and traditional Finnish construction methods.
Highest level of energy efficiency
- The glamping experience offers 100% electricity-free accommodation, with forest showers powered by solar cells.
- The sauna wagon provides an authentic electricity-free nature experience. Traditional wood-heated saunas are used throughout the property, maintaining Finnish heritage while minimizing electrical energy consumption.
Pioneer in waste management
- The glamping area features dry toilets (outhouses) with hand washing stations.
- Ecological soaps and shampoos are provided for forest showers.
- The property emphasizes sustainable practices through its electricity-free glamping options and traditional Finnish waste management approaches.
Using organic and chemical-free products
- Tahlo sources local ingredients extensively, working with trusted partners including Maarit Tuominen for homemade food and private chef Sami Hakamäki for gourmet experiences.
- They utilize meat, vegetables, and spelt from local producers, offering specialty items like broad bean veggieballs from their own Tuominen farm in Murole. Breakfast baskets feature local ingredients, and vegetarian and vegan options are available, including their famous vegan broad bean veggieballs.
Actively protects nature and community
- Tahlo maintains excellent outdoor areas and fishing opportunities across 1200 hectares of water area. They offer free recreational fishing rights and provide guidance to sustainable fishing spots.
- The property is certified as a Welcome Cyclist destination and located along the Näsijärvi cycling route.
- They preserve the historic rural milieu while maintaining lean-to shelters (laavu) and campfire sites that respect traditional Finnish outdoor culture.
Most Popular Activities Near Tahlo Ventures
- Traditional Finnish sauna experiences with wood-heated saunas.
- Hot tub (palju) relaxation with lake views.
- Winter swimming (avanto) in ice holes.
- Summer swimming and lake bathing.
- Escape room game ‘Forgotten in the Mist’.
- Hiking on marked trails.
- Fishing in Lake Näsijärvi and Tahlo waters.
- Canoeing and rowing boat excursions.
- Beach volleyball.
- Campfire cooking and outdoor dining.
- Air rifle shooting.
- Archery.
- Wildlife observation and nature photography.
Best Time To Visit Tahlo Ventures
- Summer for glamping and full outdoor activities, though Tahlo welcomes guests year-round with winter swimming and sauna experiences being particularly special during colder months.