On the Valdai Upland in the eponymous national park - one of the largest in Europe - is a unique, crystal clear Lake Dinner. On the coast of this reservoir is ... a fairy tale - "Berendeevo kingdom." The clear waters of the lake, the pacifying noise of the forest, the heady air - rest, as it should be.
Good location
The "Berendeevo Kingdom" (Valdai) has long been popular due to the place in which it is located: between St. Petersburg and Moscow, not far from the highway. Tourists resting here speak very gently about the nature of these places.
Summer vacations are excellent fishing (always with a big catch) and spearfishing. On rented boats, boats, catamarans, guests ride on the lakes of Dinner and Valdai, through a canal dug in the 19th century, popularly called Kopka. The shores here are amazingly beautiful ...
In winter, these amazing skiing and sleigh rides through the magical forest are popular. Inveterate fishermen will appreciate ice fishing.
Guest facilities
For tourists at the recreation center "Berendeevo kingdom" (Valdai) prepared log cabins for four or nine places. It can accommodate up to 70 people at a time. In the houses there are all conditions for a comfortable stay. They are equipped with a TV, fridge and other appliances. Each log house has a toilet and shower. The kitchen area is equipped with the necessary items, including sets of dishes for cooking, an electric kettle and a stove.
The recreation center "Berendeevo kingdom" for an additional fee is ready to provide guests with hot breakfasts, lunches and dinners from the chef.
The local cafe has a fairly large hall with 60 seats. It can hold banquets, birthdays, weddings, seminars and all kinds of corporate events.
Taking care of every guest
The base operates year-round. In addition to housing and meals, vacationers are offered many additional services. For example, a bathhouse. Real Russian. In the cold season, vacation in Valdai begins with her.
Organized on the basis of a wonderful billiard room. Guests often organize spontaneous competitions.
Fans of outdoor activities enjoy playing badminton, ride bicycles (you can rent both children and adults), pick mushrooms and berries in a mysterious relict forest.
Many enjoy visiting the Iversky Monastery, which has been operating since 1653. A walk to the holy springs will be fascinating, and certainly the excursion to the Valdai Museum of Bells will be remembered for a long time (it is still the only one in the world). For lovers of the standard set of summer fun, there is the Borovsk Aqua Center.
Gratitude of guests knows no bounds
Enthusiastic responses about the recreation center can not be counted. People who visited the "Berendeevo Kingdom" (Valdai) write reviews of praise. There is a huge "thank you" to the whole team for their responsiveness, care and attention. A special thanks is always expressed to the cook and the cafe staff.
A new bathhouse and the cleanliness of the houses were noticed by vacationers. They are warm, neat and very comfortable. The territory is well-groomed both in summer and in winter.
Almost all reviews end with the phrase: "We will come again!"
Note to guests
Check-in at 14:00, and check-out at noon. To check in, you must present a ticket, a bank receipt confirming payment of the reservation, or a cashier's check. Also need a passport and documents for children.
The number of guests who have arrived at the Berendeevo Tsarstvo recreation center (Valdai) should coincide with the number of paid seats on the tariff scale.
When booking a house or purchasing permits, all guests are warned of a security deposit of one thousand rubles. This is a kind of insurance against damage to the property of the base. She returns to responsible vacationers upon departure.
For a long rest, in agreement with the administration of the recreation center, you can come with cats or dogs (except for fighting breeds). The animal must have a veterinary passport. Pet maintenance at the base is paid separately at registration. Dog walking is performed outside the territory, always on a leash and in a muzzle.
The administration of the recreation center "Berendeevo kingdom" (Valdai) asks to be careful and preserve the surrounding nature in its original form. Because material damage is calculated at full market value. Including for making fires in the forest, fishing with illegal methods, cutting down trees, etc.
At the base, you must follow the rules of the regime and rest. There are designated areas for smoking.
Guests arriving with a weapon must register it with the administration, which requires permission to carry and store it.
Get directions
The base is located in the Novgorod region, in the village of Shue, Valdai district. Contact phone numbers and an email address are on the official website of the Berendeevo Tsarstvo recreation center (Valdai). How to get there, you can find out from any tour operator. But in fact, everything is simple. If you travel by train or bus, you need to go to the Valdai station. Next take a taxi directly to the base gate. The fare is from 200 to 250 rubles and takes no more than 15 minutes.
Driving directions on a personal car are as follows. In the direction from Moscow or from St. Petersburg you need to get to the road sign "Borovichi". Further to the Iversky monastery, after him about five kilometers to the river Valdayiki. Then you need to turn left, drive through the green fence, turn left again, then the road leads slightly to the right and ... everything: you can begin your vacation in Valdai.