Hideaway South & Soak Tub

A minimalist forest cabin with an outdoor soak tub, made for slow moments together near Helsinki

Time to slow down

Hideaway South is a private forest cabin designed for quiet time together or solo. The experience centers around a wood fired outdoor soak tub, a guest favorite and the highlight of the stay, surrounded by trees and stillness. The cabin is minimalist and thoughtfully designed for simple self catering, featuring a comfortable 140 cm bed and a large window opening to forest views. Outside, outdoor running water and a summer kitchen make slow mornings, long soaks, and relaxed summer evenings easy and unhurried.

Self-catering | 10 m² | 1-2 guests* | Outdoor soak tub | Ideal for couples, friends & solo getaways

Available seasonally from May to October

Book Hideaway South

A guest favourite that sold out last summer. Evenings begin by the wood fired outdoor soak, warmed slowly as a quiet, almost meditative ritual. A design experience unlike anything else in Finland.

Hideaway South Highlights

  • A quiet hideaway in the forest, designed for slow days, warm soaks, and time together.

  • Wake up wrapped in comfort, with a cozy bed and forest views right outside the window.

  • Beds are made ready with carefully chosen Hilltop signature linen for deep sleep and slow mornings.

  • A simple summer kitchen with running water and a gas grill for easy meals, morning coffee, and slow cooking outdoors.

  • The heart of the stay, a wood fired outdoor soak tub with firewood provided for unhurried evenings.

  • Bathrobes and towels are included in your booking, so you can drift easily between cabin and soak.

  • A thoughtfully designed private outhouse with a composting toilet and running water, quite possibly the most beautiful outhouse you have ever seen.

  • A relaxed outdoor hangout area made for long conversations, reading, or doing nothing at all, with long summer sunsets.

  • A small selection of easy games for cozy evenings and screen free time together.

  • Bicycles to borrow for easy summer rides through the forest to nearby hidden swimming spot.

the facts

Minimalist 10 m² Hideaway cabin

Sleeps one to two guests

*Possibility to bring a third guest with your own travel cot or mattress

Comfortable 140 cm Matri bed with Hilltop signature linen

Small writing desk (no dining table)

Private outhouse with composting toilet and sink with running water

Wood fired outdoor soak tub

Cold and hot running water available outdoors, no shower

Simple summer kitchen with sink, running water suitable for drinking, gas barbeque, and dishware

No wifi, good 4/5G connection

Final cleaning included

Outdoor

Set privately among the trees

Simple summer kitchen

Full-size gas grill with side burner & gas bottle

Wood fired outdoor soak tub with firewood included. The tub is filled and heated by you and takes approximately three hours.

Relaxed hangout area with Hay lounge chairs

Private outhouse with composting toilet and sink with running water

Two bicycles are available for all Hilltop guests to share

For cooking

A simple summer kitchen with running water and a gas grill for easy meals, morning coffee, and slow cooking outdoors:

  • Small refrigerator in the cabin, no freezer

  • Full-size gas grill with side burner & gas bottle

  • Electric kettle for boiling water

  • Drinking water available from the outdoor kitchen

  • Tableware and utensils for two guests

  • Wine glasses and bottle opener

  • Pot, frying pan, knife, and chopping board

  • Mixing bowl and whisk, perfect for pancakes

  • Tea, instant coffee, and a small carton of oat milk

  • Dishwashing liquid and dish towels provided

Please bring your own salt, spices, and cooking oils

the details

We have taken care of the details at no extra cost, so you can pack light and arrive with ease.

  • Final cleaning included

  • Beds made up with Hilltop signature linen

  • Linen eye masks provided, as there are no curtains in the cabin

  • Bathrobes and towels included

  • Hair dryer

  • Firewood, kindling, and lighters provided

  • A small selection of games and books

  • Electricity with reading lamps and power outlets

  • Air source heat pump for both heating and cooling

  • First aid kit and flashlight

Cabin tour

  • A comfortable 140 cm bed dressed in Hilltop signature linen, with forest views to wake up to.

  • Hand picked ceramics, dishware, and wine glasses for simple and beautiful meals.

  • An air source heat pump you can adjust yourself, keeping the cabin cool in summer and warm in cooler months.

  • A compact and thoughtfully designed layout made for slow and easy stays (10m2 cabin).

  • There are no curtains in the cabin, so linen sleep eye masks are provided for bright Nordic summer mornings.

  • Bath towels are included and ready for your stay. Remember to bring your swimwear!

  • Bathrobes and a hair dryer are included for easy, comfortable moments between cabin and soak.

  • There is no dining table, but a small pullout desk offers a simple spot for meals or writing.

  • A private outdoor toilet connected by a wooden terrace, with toilet paper, hand towels, and hand soap provided.

  • Inside the cabin you will find a silent fridge, electric kettle, coffee, tea, oat milk, dishware, and a small selection of books and games.

  • Every detail, from blankets to finishes, has been carefully hand selected.

  • Electricity is available throughout the cabin, with reading lamps and power outlets for your stay.

  • A silent fridge keeps your drinks cold, and the outdoor running water is safe to drink, so there is no need to bring your own.

After a slow breakfast, enjoy a summer day bike ride to a nearby swimming pond or a local café.

Bicycles for easy summer rides

During the summer season, two bicycles are available for all Hilltop guests to share on a first come, first served basis. In our experience, they are typically available.

The bikes can be picked up from the bike shed, located a little further along the road from Hideaway South, just before Hilltop House. To maintain privacy for Hilltop House guests, we ask that you do not continue past the bike shed. The lock code for the bicycles can be found in the cabin guidebook.

Hilltop House

Bicycle pick-up

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Hideaway South

How to find HIDEAWAY SOUTH?

Once you have driven up the steep hill leading into Hilltop Forest, you will find a parking area immediately on your left. To keep the forest area peaceful and safe, we ask Hideaway guests to leave their car here. Parking is free of charge.

From the parking area, the walk to Hideaway South is approximately 300 metres. Simply follow the dirt road forward. Hideaway South is located on the right side of the road, where a small pathway leads up over the rocks, a few hundred metres before Hilltop House.

For your convenience, we provide carts so you can easily move your belongings along the path to the cabin.

Wake to birdsong and breakfast

breakfast hamper delivered

  • Oven fresh summer season breakfast

    35€ / person, includes delivery to your cabins doorstep

    A filled bagel, seasonal berries, natural yogurt & homemade granola, a warm cinnamon bun fresh from the oven, and fresh farm juice.

    The selection may vary depending on the season. Coffee/tea can be prepared using the supplies already provided in your Hideaway cabin.

    BY PRE-ORDER ONLY

    Order directly online, by 2pm, the day before delivery.

    DIETARY INFORMATION

    Suitable for a lacto-ovo vegetarian diet. Lactose-free and nut-free. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate other dietary restrictions.

    DELIVERY

    Breakfast is delivered to your Hideaway cabins steps around 9:00 AM. Unfortunately, the delivery time cannot be changed.

    AVAILABILITY

    Available for stays May-October, exceptions may apply.

    BREAKFAST CANCELLATION POLICY

    Since breakfast is specially prepared for you and the delivery scheduled just for your order, cancellations must be made by 10:00 AM the day before delivery at the latest. Cancellations after this time will be charged in full.

Cooking at Hideaway South

  • We recommend keeping your cooking simple and checking the weather forecast when planning meals. The summer kitchen is designed for easy, relaxed cooking outdoors.

    Some guest favourites include:

    • Barbecue with a simple salad

    • Crepes

    • Easy pasta dishes

    • Cheese or snacks board

    • Sandwiches

    • Take away sushi

    See what is provided for cooking.

    Dining out

    If you prefer to dine out, the closest restaurants and cafés are about a 10 to 20 minute drive away. There are a few lovely local options to explore, but we recommend checking seasonal opening hours in advance.

    Explore our favorite restaurants and cafes in Inkoo

There is no traditional shower here. Bathing happens slowly with a handheld ladle, letting warm water fall gently over your skin.

Preparing your Forest soak

Arrive to an unhurried evening. Preparing the soak tub is part of the Hilltop experience, a slow and almost meditative ritual best enjoyed without rushing. We recommend starting well in advance, as filling and heating the tub takes around three hours. Below you will find everything you need to know for preparing your soak. Instructions are also provided in the cabin.

  • Extra care is needed when using fire in a forest environment. Never leave the fire unattended.

    You are fully responsible for safe use during both the heating and cooling phases.

    Always check official forest fire warnings before lighting a fire, for example via Ilmatieteenlaitos. The soak tub stove is fully enclosed, which means it still may be used during forest fire warning periods.

    However, if the wind is strong, the ground is dry or a yellow warning is in effect, we recommend using the hot tap water instead of lighting a fire.

    As Hilltop landowners, for safety reasons, we have decided that during orange and red level forest fire warnings, lighting a fire is strictly prohibited. In these cases, the soak tub may be still used by filling it with hot tap water.

    A fire extinguisher is located next to the outdoor toilet. In case of emergency, the garden hose can also be used.

  • Firewood, kindling, and matches or a lighter are provided and ready to go by the soak tub, so there is no need to bring your own.

  • Before you start filling the tub, make sure the plug is in place.

    Only light the fire once the tub is full.

    The soak tub can be filled either with hot water from the brass tap or with cold water using the garden hose, but not both at the same time.

    Important filling instructions:

    • Fill the tub in four stages. When the tub is about one quarter full, close the tap and wait around 2-5 minutes before continuing. Repeat this short pause after each quarter.

    • Use only one water source at a time. Either the hot water tap or the garden hose, but not both at the same time.

    This way, Hilltop’s well pump keeps going throughout the summer season 🤎

  • You can fill the tub directly with hot tap water.

    Please note that the tap water is hotter than bathing temperature and the tap itself may also become hot. Be careful with your hands.

    There is enough hot water to fill about half of the tub at one time. When the water starts to cool, close the tap and allow the water heater to recover for around 60 to 90 minutes before continuing.

    For the final stage, we recommend topping up with cold water to bring the tub to a comfortable bathing temperature.

    Keep the lid on while the water is running and while waiting, as this helps retain heat and prevents unnecessary heat loss.

    1. Only light the fire once the tub is full.

    2. When filling the tub, remember to pause the water for a few minutes after each quarter and use only one water source at a time, either hot or cold. Leave about 15 cm of space at the top.

    3. Remove the stove lid and light a small fire at the bottom using kindling.

    4. Gradually add larger logs as the fire strengthens.

    5. Keep the stove lid partially open to allow airflow.

    6. Stir the water regularly using the wooden paddle.

    7. The water will usually reach bathing temperature in about two hours.

    8. Stop adding wood when the water reaches around 32°C. The temperature will continue rising on its own to around 40°C.

    • Make sure the fire is completely out before going to sleep or leaving the area.

    • It is a good idea to use the garden hose around the tub and stove area to ensure there are no embers on the forest bottom.

    • If you heat the tub on departure day, make sure you allow enough time for the fire to be fully out before leaving.

    • Please empty the tub before check out.

    • One of the benefits of the aluminium tub is that the water stays clean for several days.

    • For one to two night stays, one tub fill is included with your stay. To help save water, energy, and the surrounding forest environment, the tub should only be filled once during your stay.

    • If you choose to reheat the tub, do not empty it between uses. Simply reheat the same water.

    • Cover the tub with the lid when not in use and overnight to help retain heat and keep the water clean.

3. guest with friends or kids

  • Yes! Three guests are welcome to stay at Hideaway Cabins, whether you are a group of friends or travelling with a child, at no extra cost if you bring your own travel cot or mattress and bedding. We have hosted many groups of three and families this way, and they have had a wonderful experience.

    Unfortunately, we are not able to arrange an extra bed, and good to keep in mind that the cabins are small and designed primarily for two guests. Adding an extra bed will limit the space to move around, and amenities such as dishware and towels are planned for two.

    If this setup feels right for you, simply make the booking for two guests and let us know in the Additional Information field that you will be bringing a third guest.

family moments in the forest

  • Children are very welcome at Hilltop Forest, and over the years many families have shared truly meaningful stays with us. Even a short visit can make a big difference. Days here are slow and simple, with no schedules or organised activities, just time together. Exploring the forest, hiding inside the cabin, soaking in the outdoor tub, playing board games, reading stories, and grilling something easy are often what guests value most.

    It is important to note that Hilltop Forest is not a hotel or an activity resort. Stays are self guided, services are limited, and what we offer is a genuine and peaceful forest experience. Our spaces are not specifically designed as child focused properties, so families should consider whether this style of stay feels right for them.

    A few practical things to know when staying with children:

    • Hilltop Forest is a real forest environment. Paths vary and the terrain is often rocky, which means constant supervision is needed, especially with toddlers and energetic young children.

    • The Hideaway Cabins have limited washing facilities, so cleaning small hands and faces calls for a relaxed and flexible mindset.

    • The cabins are compact and best suited for short stays when travelling light.

    • If you prefer more space, proper bathroom facilities, and a larger kitchen, Hilltop House is usually a better fit for families.

    • The Hideaway Cabins do not have curtains, which means summer mornings can be bright and early for light sleepers.

    Every family is different. For some, Hilltop Forest is a deeply calming escape from everyday life. For others, it can feel more rustic and intense. The spaces are not designed specifically for children, and as always, children are the responsibility of their parents.

    What we offer is forest, thoughtfully designed cabins, and outdoor bathing, all centred around uninterrupted time together.

Good to know & Booking info

You can book Hideaway South directly through our website. If you cannot find what you are looking for, just send us an email at hello@hilltopforest.fi and we are happy to help and see what we can do.

Book Hideaway South

  • Check in at Hideaway South is from 4pm. Check out is by 12pm.

    Can we arrive earlier
    We kindly ask guests not to arrive earlier than 4pm, as this allows us to carefully prepare everything for your stay. During the busy summer season, we unfortunately typically cannot offer early check in.

    How does check in work
    Check in is self guided. You will collect the key from a lock box located onsite. Your personal access code, along with detailed arrival instructions, will be shared with you before your stay.

  • HIDEAWAY SOUTH

    The full amount of the reservation is charged at the time of booking. You may cancel your reservation up to 14 days prior to the start of your stay, in which case the paid amount will be refunded minus a 20% booking fee. Cancellations or date changes made less than 14 days before the start of the stay are non-refundable, and this policy also applies in case of illness.

    We strongly recommend travel insurance to cover any last minute or unexpected changes to your plans.

    For special bookings arranged through our customer service, different cancellation terms may apply and will be confirmed at the time of booking.

  • Yes. The Hideaway Cabins are available for one night stays, with a few exceptions such as Midsummer.

    That said, one night often feels quite short. We highly recommend a two night stay to fully settle in and enjoy slow days in the forest. For stays of two nights or longer, an automatic long stay discount is applied in our booking system, typically around 20%.

  • Yes! Three guests are welcome to stay at Hideaway Cabins, whether you are a group of friends or travelling with a child, at no extra cost if you bring your own travel cot or mattress and bedding. We have hosted many groups of three and families this way, and they have had a wonderful experience.

    Unfortunately, we are not able to arrange an extra bed, and good to keep in mind that the cabins are small and designed primarily for two guests. Adding an extra bed will limit the space to move around, and amenities such as dishware and towels are planned for two.

    If this setup feels right for you, simply make the booking for two guests and let us know in the Additional Information field that you will be bringing a third guest.

  • Yes, children are very welcome at Hilltop Forest. There are just a few things to keep in mind, and we recommend reading our ‘Guide to Staying with Kids’.

  • Unfortunately, we are not able to offer Sunday check in, as we want to ensure our cleaning team has a proper day of rest. However, our booking system reflects favourable rates for longer stays, and many guests choose a two night stay from Saturday to Monday instead.

  • Hilltop Forest is designed for calm stays in nature. Each Hideaway Cabin and Hilltop House is set privately in its own space within the forest, allowing guests to enjoy a sense of seclusion and quiet. That said, the forest is open and natural, and at times sounds may carry.

    For this reason, we kindly ask guests not to play music outdoors and to be mindful of noise in general. Hilltop Forest is chosen by guests who value discretion, stillness, and time to slow down, and we are committed to offering peace and quiet for our neighbours, other guests, and the forest animals.

    If you experience any disturbance during your stay, please do not hesitate to reach out to our hosting team. We are always happy to help and aim to resolve things quickly and thoughtfully.

  • Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at Hideaway South. If you are travelling with a pet, we recommend choosing Hideaway North, which is our pet friendly option.

  • Unfortunately, no. We ask guests to bring their own spices, salt, and cooking oil.

    Tea, instant coffee, and a small carton of oat milk are provided.

  • Please note that there is no Wi-Fi in the Hideaway Cabins. Mobile data works well in the area, and both 4G and 5G connections are typically strong and reliable.