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Yllas Log Cabin
Nestled within the snow-covered fells of Finnish Lapland, the Ylläs Log Cabins offer an authentic Arctic escape in the traditional village of Äkäslompolo. Spread across this peaceful resort, which boasts Finland's highest accessible vertical drop and 330 kilometres of pristine cross-country skiing tracks, the cabins range from secluded woodland retreats to properties closer to the village centre.
Each unique cabin is expertly insulated against the Arctic Circle chill, featuring choices of traditional round pine or modern flat-planed timbers across semi-detached, end-of-terrace, and terraced layouts. Designed for couples, families, or larger groups, these properties intentionally lack Wi-Fi to encourage complete disconnection.
After a day of husky sledding, reindeer safaris, snowmobiling, or snowshoeing, guests can unwind in their own private sauna and gather around the open fireplace. Positioned in an area with minimal light pollution, these cabins provide an exceptional vantage point for witnessing the vibrant Northern Lights dance across the night sky, completing a classic winter wonderland holiday.
Cabin Highlights
Guests may pay to use the pool and sauna at Äkäs Hotel (payable locally)
Wi-Fi available at the Destination Lapland office, or at the Äkäs Hotel
Linen, towels and final clean included
Limited supply of fire wood included
Drying cabinet
Private sauna
Cabin Room Options
Rooms:
One-bedroom cabins are around 45m² with a 10m² mezzanine. They can sleep two to four people, with one twin bedroom downstairs and two mattress beds on the mezzanine, and have an open-plan lounge and kitchen. Please note that not all cabins have a mezzanine.
One-bedroom cabins are around 45m² with a 10m² mezzanine. They can sleep two to five people, with one twin bedroom downstairs and three mattress beds on the mezzanine, and have an open-plan lounge and kitchen.
Two-bedroom cabins are about 57m² and can sleep three to six people. The cabins have two twin bedrooms. Groups of five to six people will be allocated a cabin with a mezzanine (about 20m²) with two extra beds. Groups of two to four people may be allocated a cabin without a mezzanine.
All of our cabins are either semi-detached or in a terraced row of three or four cabins. Cabin exteriors can be made from either round or planed logs (images used above are examples), and the interiors vary in appearance and furnishings.
Cabin facilities:
Equipped kitchen (facilities include an oven, fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishwasher)
TV
Sauna
Fireplace (small supply of wood included)
Drying closet
Washing machine
One shower
One WC
As is customary in Finland, you’ll be provided with linen to make up your own beds when you arrive
One linen and towel set included, per person per week
Final clean included (bins to be emptied before check out)
Cots are free upon request (fee payable locally, if not requested in advance)
Cabin Catering
The Ylläs Log Cabins are offered on a self catered basis. You can choose to upgrade to half board, which includes a hearty breakfast and a three-course buffet-style dinner, served at the Äkäs Hotel.
Each cabin features a well-equipped kitchen, so you can prepare delicious meals from the comfort of your own space. A large supermarket is located in the village centre and is open until 9pm (opening hours to be confirmed locally). You’ll also find a handful of cosy restaurants dotted around the village.
This property caters for the following special dietary requirements: Vegetarians
Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.
