Set near the wild, flowing Kiiminkijoki River in northern Finland, just 25 kilometres from the city of Oulu, Liisa Rehu’s Finnish wooden cabins offer a cosy blend of tradition and modern comfort. Surrounded by nature, they provide an ideal base for exploring the raw beauty of the country’s Arctic region.

Built from locally sourced pine logs, hand-cut into wooden frames, the cottages were completed in 2023 and today offer the perfect base for travellers wishing to immerse themselves in peace and nature. “Our cottages are truly a work of Finnish craftsmanship,” says Rehu. “The interiors use five different types of Finnish wood: pine, spruce, aspen, birch, and alder.”

Kynsilehdon Matkailu: Reset in an idyllic wooden cabin in northern Finland

Kynsilehdon Matkailu: Reset in an idyllic wooden cabin in northern Finland

The cottages are designed and built with longevity in mind, using only natural materials. Even the insulation between the logs is made of flax. The walls are decorated with Rehu’s own photographs of Finnish nature.

With a versatile layout, the cottages can accommodate multiple types of getaways. “Families come to visit. The cottages are flexible, with sleeping areas both up and downstairs, depending on the building,” says Rehu. “We’ve also hosted stag and hen parties, birthdays, sauna nights, even work-away events and business travellers. Visitors come from all over Finland and other countries as well.”

Kynsilehdon Matkailu: Reset in an idyllic wooden cabin in northern Finland

Kynsilehdon Matkailu: Reset in an idyllic wooden cabin in northern Finland

The area is rich in outdoor activities, from skiing in the winter season to hiking, fishing, and boating on the Kiiminkijoki River in warmer months. During hunting season, hunting opportunities can be organised on the surrounding farmland. Nearby, Oulu offers a wealth of cultural activities and restaurants that celebrate both Arctic cuisine and international fare. “People come to our cottages to relax and escape stress,” says Rehu. “It’s a special place where you can breathe and unwind in the silence, with the only sounds coming from the birds singing.”

Kynsilehdon Matkailu: Reset in an idyllic wooden cabin in northern Finland

Kynsilehdon Matkailu: Reset in an idyllic wooden cabin in northern Finland

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