ABOUT US
Tahlo Ventures is a family-owned lakeside destination awarded for its LGBTQ-friendliness. Tahlo is one of the oldest farms in the Tampere region, with 500 years of history.
Located only 40 minutes from Tampere and 2 hours from Helsinki Tahlo offers unique Villa and Glamping stays and an special escape room experience for people around the world.
Get to know our family!
LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS
Tahlo is nestled in a stunning lakeside setting on the shores of Lake Näsijärvi, in Mutala, Ylöjärvi. We are located right next to Tampere – the Sauna Capital of the World. The drive is only 40 minutes from Tampere city center and two hours from Helsinki.
You can easily reach Tahlo by car, boat, or bicycle. The nearest bus stop (Mutalan koulu) is 7 kilometers away. When arriving, please follow to the exact address and arrival details provided to you by email.
For Cyclists
We are conveniently located along the scenic The Näsi Lake Trails. As a certified Welcome Cyclist destination, we provide dedicated, bicycle-friendly services and facilities for tourers.
Arriving by Water
Tahlo is also accessible by boat. Our rental villa features a private shore with space for two motorboats, and our docks can host larger boats as well. Dedicated boat slips are also available for our glamping guests and escape room players. Please inform us while booking if you plan to arrive by water, and we will guide you to the correct pier.
VALUES FIRST
Tahlo family has always cored high the values of acceptance, equality and nature. It was natural for us to bring the values to our business. As a member of We Speak Gay -community we are committed to create more supportive and equal environment. We want to welcome everyone just as they are, because we believe everybody should be celebrated, not just accepted. At Tahlo, everyone is welcome exactly as they are, without feeling threatened, discriminated against or being ignored. It is safe to be and live in Tahlo.
In 2025, Tahlo Ventures was honored with the We Speak Gay Trailblazer Award for our pioneering role in LGBTQ+ communications and inclusive tourism in Finland.
Be yourself, be present, #liveintahlo. #wespeakgay #lgbtqtravel You’ll find the Gay Travel Finland -map also from our accommodations.
TAHLO FAMILY BUSINESS
Tahlo Ventures is a family business and Tahlo’s history stems 400 years back, from the year 1585.
The rural milieu of the farm, located in the center of Pirkanmaa has opened its doors to a wider audience through Tahlo Ventures. The owner and founder of Tahlo Ventures, Johanna, is from the Tahlo farm, and the entire Tahlo family is involved in Tahlo Ventures’ everyday life.
We take pride in our work and want to serve customers who share the same values as we do and who want to be present. You are warmly welcome to come join in on the once-in-a lifetime experience at our historical premices!
FARMING AND TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AT TAHLO
The waters of Tahlo surround our old family farm, Tahlo offers exceptional opportunities for outdoor activities and fishing. As one of the oldest estates in the Tampere region, Tahlo remains an active working farm. Today, we cultivate grain alongside specialty crops such as rapeseed and oilseed hemp. For us, sustainable tourism is a vital partner to our traditional forestry and agriculture.
Restoring Heritage for the Future
We are constantly developing our tourism services, with a heart for preserving and enhancing our historic rural setting. Our goal is to renovate our traditional farm buildings to better serve the diverse needs of our guests.
Currently, we are focusing on the restoration of the historic Tahlo barn. We have been granted EU funding through the local Leader group, Kantri ry, to research and map the potential uses of this heritage building. As this project progresses toward the investment and opening phases in the coming years, we look forward to sharing more updates with you.
Follow our journey on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok: @tahloventures
THE TAHLO FAMILY
Johanna Tahlo
+358 40 718 3862
Johanna, the entrepreneur of Tahlo Ventures will answer all of your questions before your stay, help you make reservations and give you the best deals. So please contact Johanna when planning a trip to Tahlo!
Juha Tahlo
+358 40 552 7838
The farmer of Tahlo farm, Juha “Jussi” Tahlo, lives close by and will help you with anything during your stay.
Johanna Koo
0408200823
Johanna is involved in all of Tahlo’s everyday chores. She takes care of the all over comfort, cleaning the premises and making the beds. The clean surfaces and soft and clean sheets, which are wonderful to curl up in when the evening comes, are all thanks to her. You might also bump into Johanna by the escape room! At the end of her travel studies, Johanna did her thesis for Tahlo Ventures on LGBTQ tourism.
Marko Harinen
+358407778633
Are you looking for unique experiences or planning a team-building (TYKY) day? For all group bookings and tailored itineraries, please contact Marko!
Sanna Tahlo
Sanna Tahlo helps her family with Tahlo’s daily indoor and outdoor tasks and the escape room, along with her other work.
Helena Tahlo
The Tahlo family’s Helena Tahlo has an eye for interior design. Her design work can be seen for instance in the renovated, modern interior of Hillhouse’s bedrooms, where the Scandinavian design invites you to relax.
