Log cabin among lakeside pines in summer
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KOIRAJÄRVI · RANUA · FINNISH LAPLAND

The log house by the lake

Log cabin in snow beneath a blue winter sky

For once, nothing you have to do. At Mökki Tikka, the time is yours: wake up to a view of the lake, cook together or linger outside after the sauna. Your private peninsula on Lake Koirajärvi offers around 12,000 m² of space and quiet, with no immediate neighbours.

  • A private setting with no immediate neighbours
  • Two saunas and a hot tub you can use all year
  • Up to 10 guests in summer, 8 in winter

The traditional log house by the lake

The large mökki is the heart of your stay. Its timber construction gives the rooms a warm, natural atmosphere, while the views outside connect life indoors with the lake, wildlife and forest. In the spacious open kitchen, you can cook together, linger at the dining table and wind down in the living room. There is space for time together as well as a quiet moment to yourself.

There are sleeping areas on the ground floor and in the open loft. Several beds share the same open space in the loft; it is not an enclosed bedroom. The main house has an electric sauna with a shower in its adjoining entrance room, a washing machine and a separate toilet. The covered veranda and wooden deck extend the living space outdoors: for your first coffee, a meal with a lake view or an evening in the fresh air.

The heated hot tub is available throughout the year. For a maximum of two people at a time.

Main cabin with terrace and wooden walkway in summer
The main house by the lake
Bright holiday cabin kitchen with white cabinets and dining table
Kitchen and dining area
Double bed in wood-panelled bedroom with large window
Bedroom
Christmas tree beside sofa and television inside the cabin
Living room

The lakeside sauna house

The separate lakeside sauna house, Rantasauna, has a fireplace lounge, a wood-fired sauna with a rechargeable shower inside the sauna room, used with a prepared warm-water mixture, and a urine-diverting dry toilet. Enjoy the Finnish sauna ritual at your own pace: tend the fire, relax in the warmth and step outside to cool down between sessions. The lake is always close by.

The fireplace lounge, furnished with a sofa and armchairs, is a little sitting room of its own. Stay here after the sauna to chat, read or look out over the water. Having two houses, two saunas and different places to sit indoors and outside also makes it easy to find a little time to yourself.

Sauna cabin with wooden terrace among lakeside trees
Right by the lake
Cosy sitting room with fireplace inside the sauna cabin
The fireplace lounge
Open glass door leading to sauna with wooden benches
The wood-fired sauna

Your place by the water

The grounds include a private jetty, rowing boat, canoe, fire pit and summer kitchen with grills. On a summer day, you can go down to the shore for a swim, take the boat out or cook supper outside. Or simply sit on the jetty and watch the changing light on the water.

Forest, shoreline and open water shape the views around the mökki. The private peninsula has no immediate neighbours, giving you space and privacy. Whether you travel with family, friends or on your own, you decide how much company, quiet and activity belongs in your day.

Nature worth taking time to notice

We enjoy watching birds and other wildlife here ourselves. Squirrels among the trees, birds along the shore or tracks in the snow can make the immediate surroundings rewarding to explore. Taking time to sit quietly and watch can reveal things you might miss on a busy outing.

Birdsong accompanies the long summer days. Later, the forest changes colour and berries and mushrooms grow in season. In winter, snow transforms the view of the lake. Our photos capture special wildlife encounters from our own stays.

Plenty of possibilities, at your own pace

An active day and a quiet one both feel at home here. Choose a trip in the area, spend time at the house, go fishing, enjoy a sauna or share a meal. We are happy to offer ideas and personal tips as you plan. How much you put on the programme is entirely up to you.

Every season has its own charm

In summer, the light nights give you plenty of time by the lake: for a paddle, a late supper outside or a quiet moment on the jetty. Mosquitoes are part of a northern summer too. Suitable clothing and good mosquito protection help you enjoy your time outdoors in comfort.

Winter invites you to slow down and settle into nature’s rhythm. The darkness makes the daylight hours feel especially precious: you notice the soft light over the lake and make time for what feels good. Long evenings, the warmth of the sauna and views of the snowy landscape create space for rest and a sense of calm.

With the right clothing, the crisp winter cold can be a wonderful experience: snow crunching underfoot, fresh air and the quiet around the house. On dark, clear nights, you may be lucky enough to see northern lights dancing over the lake. Birdsong, animal tracks and special encounters invite you to look closely and feel connected to nature throughout the year.

I am happy to help you prepare. I can offer personal advice on clothing and equipment to bring, and on activities that suit the season and your interests. You can look forward to your time in the north and enjoy it at your own pace. – Alexandra

A home we look after personally

Mökki Tikka is our own retreat too. We spend time here, care for the house and want you to feel comfortable finding your way around. Many of our recommendations come from our own stays. If you have questions about the facilities or wishes for your trip, you can contact us directly.

Location and getting here

Our address is Huiliniementie 5A, 97765 Ranua. The drive from Rovaniemi Airport takes around 1½ hours, sometimes longer in winter road conditions. A rental car makes shopping and excursions easier. A stay without your own car is possible by prior arrangement: we plan transfers, shopping and any excursions together in advance. Options and costs are agreed before booking.

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