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Lehtiniemi: Sleep in a renovated village school on the edge of Posio’s wilds
A cozy base in Posio—Lehtiniemi Guesthouse & Caravan offers apartment-style stays, a shared fireplace and sauna access, and direct access to hiking, fishing, skiing and Northern Lights viewing.
Lehtiniemi: Sleep in a renovated village school on the edge of Posio’s wilds.
Lehtiniemi Guesthouse occupies a renovated village school set in the quiet woods of Posio, Lapland—part lodge, part local marker—where simple, apartment-style rooms, a shared fireplace and sauna access create a low-key hub for day trips into nearby national parks, canyons and lakes.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Renovated village school with apartment comforts
The guesthouse has been converted from an old village school into comfortable 2–9-person apartments with a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy living area, comfortable beds and a bathroom with shower—decorated with local touches to make you feel at home.
Shared fireplace and optional sauna
A shared common room centered on a fireplace provides a communal place to unwind; there is also sauna access available for an extra fee to cap long days of outdoor activity.
A base for summer and winter pursuits
From the guesthouse you can access summer hiking, fishing and canoeing and, in winter, skiing and snowshoeing—while clear nights bring the chance to see the Northern Lights above Posio’s dark skies.
What the day feels like
What a stay feels like
Arrive at a quiet, woodland property a short drive from Posio’s centre, unpack into an apartment-style unit, and move easily between stove-warmed evenings in a shared room, optional sauna sessions and day trips to the surrounding parks, rivers and tracks—with long northern nights that can produce stunning aurora displays.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this stay suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Lehtiniemi serves as a base year-round: summer activities include hiking, fishing and canoeing; winter brings skiing and snowshoeing—plan clothing and timing around seasonal conditions.
Pack layered outdoor clothing appropriate to season and activity (hiking or skiing gear for respective seasons); bring supplies if you plan to self-cater in the apartment kitchen.
Arrival and check‑in are at Morottajantie 79, 97840 Lehtiniemi.
Units include kitchens and showers; there is a shared fireplace and sauna access is available for an extra fee. Ample parking is provided.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What sort of accommodation is offered?
Lehtiniemi offers renovated apartment-style units accommodating 2–9 people with a fully equipped kitchen, living area, comfortable beds and a bathroom with shower.
Is there a sauna on site?
Yes—there is sauna access available at the guesthouse for an extra fee.
Can I bring my pet?
The property is pet-friendly upon request; you should arrange this with the host in advance.
What activities are available nearby?
Nearby activities include hiking, fishing and canoeing in summer, and skiing and snowshoeing in winter; the area also offers opportunities to see the Northern Lights.
Where do I go to check in?
The meeting location and address for arrivals is Morottajantie 79, 97840 Lehtiniemi.
Is there parking available?
Yes—ample parking space is provided at the guesthouse.