Are there any discounts available for guests?

Yes. By joining Outdoors Club for free you can take advantage of members-only discounts — a welcome offer up to -10% for new bookings and a -10% discount for stays of 4 nights or more.

How to join the Outdoors Club and when do the discounts take effect?

Joining the Outdoors Club is done via the AlohaCamp website (free). Discounts apply to bookings made after joining; details and terms are shown in the promotion description on the listing page.

Can discounts be combined with other promotions?

Conditions for combining promotions depend on the rules given for the specific offer on AlohaCamp. Usually club promotions apply to new bookings and longer stays — if in doubt it's best to contact the Host.

How to book a stay at Smugi Dom Gościnny?

You can make a reservation through the listing page on AlohaCamp. On the page you can check availability, prices and make the booking. If you have questions you can also write directly to the Host via the AlohaCamp contact form.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation is possible up to 14 days before the planned arrival — 100% refund. Cancellation terms after that depend on the Host's arrangements.

What additional fees may be charged?

Additional fees include: pet fee 100 PLN per animal and breakfast 70 PLN per day. Other services (e.g. kayak rental, breakfast basket) may be charged separately — details at booking.

Is a deposit required and what payment methods are accepted?

Details regarding the deposit and payment methods are arranged at booking on AlohaCamp. If the information is not visible in the listing, please contact the Host.

What are the check-in and check-out rules?

Check-in: from 16:00 to 20:00. Check-out: by 11:00. If you plan to arrive outside these hours, contact the Host to arrange late check-in.

Can I come with a pet?

Yes, pets are allowed after prior confirmation, for a fee of 100 PLN per animal. Please inform us at booking.

Are there any restrictions at the property (smoking, parties)?

Yes. The property has a no-smoking and no-party policy. Please also observe quiet hours.

Does the Host live nearby and will they be available if needed?

Yes — the yard is partly shared with the Hosts (Izabela and Marcin). They are nearby to help if needed, and the Hosts also offer guidance and local guiding through their foundation.

Are the hosts business operators and do consumer regulations apply?

The Host is not a business operator, so consumer protection laws relating to transactions with businesses do not apply. The Host is responsible for fulfilling the accommodation agreement.

Where exactly is Smugi Dom Gościnny located?

Address: Lipowiec, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, Poland. The property is located by the forest, with a large yard and direct access to forest roads; the Drwęca River is right next to it.

How to drive from larger cities?

Approximate distances: Gdańsk ~180 km (approx. 2 h), Warsaw ~200 km (approx. 3 h), Poznań ~280 km (ok. 3,5 h). Traveling by car is the most convenient.

Can you arrive by train and how to organize a transfer?

The nearest rail hub is Iława (approximately 28 km). From Iława you can take a taxi or arrange a transfer with the Host — it's best to arrange details before arrival.

Is there parking on site?

Yes, the property offers a parking space on site.

Are there bike paths nearby?

Yes — just outside the fence there's a more than 20 km bike trail along a former railway line. The area also has numerous cycling routes in the Landscape Park and the Brodnica Lakeland.

What kitchen equipment and utilities are available?

The kitchen is fully equipped: dishes, cutlery, pots, pans, a kettle, dishwasher, refrigerator and a hob/stove. The property has Wi‑Fi.

Does the property have heating and a fireplace?

Yes. The house is suitable for year-round use, heated electrically; additionally there is a wood-burning 'chrystek' stove and a fireplace.

Are bed linen, towels and hygiene products provided?

Yes — towels, bed linen and basic toiletries (toilet paper, soap) are provided.

Is the property adapted for people with disabilities?

The listing indicates amenities for people with disabilities. If you have specific needs, please contact us before booking to confirm availability of particular solutions.

Are there barbecue spots or a fire pit on the grounds?

Yes — a large yard with a fire pit area and a terrace with a large table. There is also a children's playground nearby.

Can you order breakfast? What does the breakfast basket contain?

Yes — a breakfast basket is available for 70 PLN per day. Contents vary seasonally and typically include sourdough bread (Iza's baking), spreads, butter, cheeses and cold cuts or vegetarian options, fruits/vegetables from the garden in season, and occasionally pancakes, cakes or fried cheese.

Is equipment rental available, e.g. kayaks?

Yes, a kayak rental is available on site — the Drwęca River is right next to the property, which makes using kayaks easy.

Do the Hosts offer additional guiding services?

The Hosts run the Wybudowania Foundation for Landscape Initiatives and offer guidance and local guiding — it's worth arranging in advance if you want to use this service.

Is there access to local products beyond breakfast?

Yes — it is possible to order local products and a breakfast basket with local produce. Details and availability depend on the season and arrangements with the Host.

What activities can you do in the area?

In the area there are cycling routes, easy hiking trails, kayaking, swimming, fishing, horseback riding, yoga classes and mushroom picking. The Drwęca River, the river system with the Skarlanka and Wel rivers and numerous lakes offer many water-based activities.

What tourist attractions are nearby?

Nearby: Brodnica Landscape Park (wild beaches, fishing museum), nature reserves (e.g. the Drwęca River 500 m, Bagno Mostki 4 km), Kurza Góra Ski Resort, towns: Brodnica, Nowe Miasto Lubawskie, Kurzętnik. Further attractions include Lake Łańskie Reserve (~15 km), the Napiwodzko‑Ramucka Forest (~25 km) and Olsztyn (~35 km).

Are kayak trips possible from the accommodation?

Yes — the Drwęca River is right next to the property, and there is a kayak rental on site, which allows organization of shorter and longer paddling trips.

Is the area suitable for families with children?

Yes — the property has a playground and a large yard with a fire pit area. The area offers safe walking trails, lake beaches and nature attractions that are appealing to families.

Who is the host and what languages do they speak?

The Hosts are Izabela and Marcin. Communication is possible in Polish and English.

How to contact the Host regarding booking or questions?

It's best to write to the Host via the AlohaCamp page, using the contact form on the listing. You can also check availability and make a booking there.

Does the Host offer local help or guiding?

Yes. The Hosts run the Wybudowania Foundation for Landscape Initiatives and offer guidance and local guiding — it's worth arranging the scope and timing in advance.

Can you read reviews from other guests before booking?

Yes — guest reviews are available on the AlohaCamp listing page. One review (Franciszek) rated the property 5/5, praising the location and the hosts.

Smugi Guest House – year-round house for 6 people

Amenities

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms with shower

Kitchenette with dishwasher

Wood-burning stove

Wi-Fi

Terrace

Balcony

Fire pit

Playground

Kayak rental

Bedding and towels

Accessibility features

About this stay

A standalone, brick house for 6 people in Lipowiec in the Brodnica Lake District – 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living room with kitchenette and a wood-burning stove, terrace, balcony, access to the forest and a bike path right beyond the fence.

Full Description

Last updated: 12.10.2026

The name Smugi comes from the beautiful sunsets and, above all, from the local term for the steep, damp meadows between the hills.

Smugi Guest House is a six-person, standalone house in Lipowiec in the Brodnica Lake District. The year-round, brick building has electric heating and a stylish wood-burning stove of the "chrystek" type.

Upstairs: two cozy bedrooms, two bathrooms with showers and a spacious corridor leading to a large balcony. On the ground floor: an open living room with a kitchenette that opens onto a terrace with a large table, a small library with good books, plenty of art on the walls and good Wi-Fi. Around the house there is a large yard with a fire pit, a playground and direct access to the forest, and right beyond the fence there is a safe, over 20-km bike path run along the route of the former railway line.

The house stands on a shared yard with the hosts, who are happy to help. On site you can order a breakfast basket with local products (PLN 70 per day) and rent kayaks – the Drwęca River is right next door. The hosts run the Wybudowania Foundation for Landscape Initiatives and professionally work with local heritage and nature – they are happy to advise or guide you around the area.

Nearby: Brodnica Landscape Park with wild beaches and bike routes, the Skarlanka, Drwęca and Wel rivers, Kurza Góra ski centre, Kurzętnik (3 km), Nowe Miasto Lubawskie (8 km), Lake Nielbark (2.5 km), Drwęca River nature reserve (500 m).

Check-in 16:00–20:00, check-out by 11:00. Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival. Pets welcome.

Highlights

Whole house for 6 people, year-round
Wood-burning stove, terrace and large balcony
Access to the forest and a 20 km bike path beyond the fence
Breakfast basket and on-site kayak rental
Pets welcome