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Vääräkorva Riverside Lodge offers the perfect place to slow down in the heart of nature and enjoy the authentic atmosphere of the Finnish countryside. By the river, you can refresh yourself with a swim or try your luck fishing straight from the shore with a rod or fly – or set out on a fishing trip across the flowing waters. In the yard, guests will find a cozy kota hut and a fire shelter, both available for your use. During summer, you can also book the traditional wood-heated riverside sauna, while the cabin itself has an electric sauna for relaxing moments.
The lodge is set in the midst of beautiful rural landscapes, right next to Kurttila farm. Guests are welcome to meet the farm’s suckler cows and horses – an unforgettable experience, especially for children. Thanks to the peaceful location, nature’s own visitors such as birds and hares often appear in the yard, adding to the charm of the place for families, nature photographers and fishing enthusiasts alike.
Sustainability is close to our heart: the cabin is powered by the farm’s own solar panels, making your holiday both relaxing and environmentally friendly. Vääräkorva combines the beauty of the Oulujoki River, the charm of Finnish countryside life and the best of finnish cottage traditions – offering guests a memorable holiday experience.
Key Features
Main Building
Spacious and cozy living area with river views
Loft with additional lounge space
Electric sauna
Riverside sauna
Available to rent for an additional fee during the open-water season.
Yard area
Terrace
Shared kota hut and fire shelter
Bird feeding spot in winter time
Cows and horses grazing in the nearby field
Location
Peaceful setting. Kurttila offers four holiday cabins along the Oulujoki River.
Riverside Lodge Vääräkorva
LodgeinVaala, North Ostrobothnia
- Direct water access
- River, Lake
- Pike, Perch, Zander / Pike-Perch +3
- Boat on-site
- Distance to water: 30m
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Finnish, English
Where you'll stay
- 3Bedrooms
- 1Bathrooms
- 6Guests
- 75 m²Living Space
- Sauna
- Self Check-in
The best time to visit
- Spring 🌱
- Summer ☀️
- Autumn 🍂
- Winter ❄️
Amenities & Facilities
- Family friendly
- Pet friendly
- Basic Supplies (Towels/Bed Linen)
- Fridge
- Dishwasher
- Coffee Machine
- Oven
- Microwave
- Slaughtering and Filleting Tool
- Bedding
- Towels
- TV
- Children's Bed
- Children's Chair
- Terrace
- Fire Pit
- Smoker (Hot and Cold Smoking)
Outdoor Area
- You can add an electric motor to your rowing boat rental for the days you choose.
Arrival Instructions
The nearest airports are Oulu (80 km) just an hour’s drive away. We recommend renting a car from the airport if you wish to explore the surrounding area more freely. There is also a railway station in Vaalan town center, with connections to destinations such as Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The station is approximately a 20-minute drive from the cabin. If you don`t have rental car please ask for transportation.
Additional Offers & Prices
- Bed linen 25 €/person
- Pet fee 25 €
- Electric motor for rowboat (Epropulsion Spirit 1,0 Plus) 60 €/day
All details about the Accommodation
Basic Information
- Size
- 75 m²
- Rooms
- 5
Accommodation Details
- Guests (max.)
- 6
- Beds
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Toilets
- Inside
Heating and Amenities
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Usable in Winter
- Self Check-in
- Sauna
- Details about the sauna
- Electric | Inside
The fishing area
The water, fishing and key local conditions at a glance.
The water
Lake Oulujärvi offers a unique and diverse water experience in the heart of Finnish nature. Its vast open waters, peaceful surroundings and islands make it an exceptional destination for both relaxation and fishing. Here, you can truly enjoy a sense of freedom, as the lake is so vast that you will probably see only a few boats - if any - throughout the day. Lake Oulujärvi is well known for its abundant fish stocks and many of our guests have told our guide that they haven’t caught as much fish in years as they did during a single day of trolling with him. We highly recommend including at least one day with a local fishing guide during your stay. A guide can provide valuable insights and tips tailored to your preferences, helping you make the most of your independent fishing days. Once we know what kind of fishing you enjoy the most, we can ensure you have the best possible experience on the water. Tell us your wishes, and we will help you create your perfect lake experience.
- River
- Lake
- Direct water access
- Boat on-site
- Distance to water: 30m
Fishing on site
River Oulujoki and Lake Oulujärvi are ideal for both guided fishing excursions and independent fishing, whether from the shore or a rowing boat. If you wish, you can rent an outboard motor for the rowing boat. In local tradition, trolling is especially popular, and on a good day, it’s not uncommon to encounter pike measuring over one meter in length. Spinning (cast fishing) is also a great option for exploring the lake’s diverse waters. If needed, you can inquire about equipment rental - so there’s no need to bring your own gear unless you prefer to.
Fishing license: Fishing permit. The price depends on the duration. For example, a fishing permit for Lake Oulujärvi for one week costs 30 €/person, and we can assist you with purchasing the permit.
- Spinning
- Fly Fishing
- Trolling
- Pilk Fishing
- Ice Fishing
- Livescope Fishing
Water Introduction by Host
Cabin is located on shore of Oulujoki. Lake Oulujärvi is also only 20 minutes drive from cabin. Oulujärvi is vast lake - on its two large open waters, you can’t even see the opposite shore.
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Waters in the Area
What you'll be fishing, who issues the permits, and which restrictions apply at this exact spot - sourced live from Finnish public services.
KuusamojärviLake
- Distance
- 0.2 km
- Area
- 47.48 km²
- Shoreline
- 202 km
- Islands
- 73
- Elevation
- 253.1 m
12.9 °C
- Wind
- 0.9 m/s(gust 1.1)
- Humidity
- 91%
- Pressure
- 1019 hPa
Reported 3 hours ago
14.2 °C
Oulankajoki
Nearest gauge · 48.6 km away
Reported 46 hours ago
6 days ahead
Tue
10°/10°
dry
1.6 m/s
Wed
11°/4°
dry
3.7 m/s
Thu
12°/2°
0.7 mm
3.2 m/s
Fri
15°/8°
dry
2.3 m/s
Sat
18°/7°
dry
4.1 m/s
6 nearby water bodies
Vanttajajärvi
Lake- Distance
- 4.6 km
- Area
- 3.87 km²
- Shoreline
- 20.5 km
- Islands
- 7
Torankijärvi
Lake- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Area
- 2.22 km²
- Shoreline
- 9.3 km
Nilojärvi
Lake- Distance
- 4.2 km
- Area
- 92.8 ha
- Shoreline
- 8.0 km
- Islands
- 3
Iso Korppilampi
Lake- Distance
- 6.6 km
- Area
- 27.3 ha
- Shoreline
- 2.3 km
Pieni Salmijärvi
Lake- Distance
- 4.9 km
- Area
- 26.8 ha
- Shoreline
- 2.8 km
Oravilampi
Lake- Distance
- 5.1 km
- Area
- 12.1 ha
- Shoreline
- 1.6 km
Note: All data is sourced from public Finnish services and shown without warranty. Only the responsible authority can give binding information.
Data: © Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke), CC BY 4.0 · © Ruokavirasto / ELY-keskukset, CC BY 4.0 · © Metsähallitus / Eräluvat, CC BY 4.0 · © GBIF.org and contributing publishers (incl. FinBIF/laji.fi), CC BY 4.0 · © Maanmittauslaitos / Suomen ympäristökeskus, CC BY 4.0 · © Ilmatieteen laitos (FMI), CC BY 4.0
Fishing Permits & Restrictions
Information about fishing permits for route fishing in the region. Please verify that the linked site contains the most up-to-date information and actually covers the area where you want to fish.
4501-Koillismaa, valtion vedet
The Metsähallitus' Koillismaa angling permit entitles you to fish with a fly or lure in state-owned waters located within the Koillismaa fisheries region. The angling permit area covers approximately 4,300 hectares of lake and pond waters, as well as over one hundred kilometers of river and stream waters.
Responsible Authority: Metsähallitus, Wildlife Service Finland, northern area
Pricing
Adults
Minors
No special restrictions are known for this permit. Please check the official site for more information.
Guided Tours & Equipment
Activities, equipment & full-service close by
Relevant add-ons grouped by distance from this accommodation. Availability was checked for Sep 15, 2026 – Sep 16, 2026.
Immediate Vicinity (< 5km)
Take a fly fishing course to learn new skills or join us on an exciting fishing trip to the beautiful waters of Kuusamo. We have fishing programs suitable for both beginners and experienced anglers. In winter you can also go ice fishing with us.
Nearby (< 25km)
Experience the magic of the Midnight Sun in the Finnish wilderness! Hike through pristine landscapes to the Laavu, where you can fish in the shade of the ancient pines. With valuable tips from the guide, you'll catch rainbow trout, whitefish, and pike in a picturesque wilderness pond. Enjoy coffee, snacks, and fascinating fishing stories under the never-ending sunlight.
Experience an unforgettable fishing trip to the best spots in the region – the Kitka River, Kuusinki, or our "secret river." Our experienced guide will lead you to the hotspots where you can catch trophy-sized grayling, including specimens over 40 cm! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the best fishing locations in the area and showcase your fishing skills.
I will pick you up from the Ruka-Kuusamo area, and we will set off on an unforgettable adventure. After a short hike of about 1.5 km, we will reach the river, where we will start with the rafting equipment. Our journey begins at the impressive Jyrävä Rapids, and we will paddle downstream along the Kitka River through the Oulanka National Park, all the way to the Russian border.
Fishing tour to a private lake – encounter with reindeer and the soothing experience of nature.
Experience the adventure of ice fishing in an untouched winter landscape! From the reindeer farm, we hike to the private pond, drill holes in the ice, and embrace the tranquility of nature. By the open fire, we enjoy a picnic while listening to exciting stories about fishing and reindeer. Patience will be rewarded – with a catch that you can take home. The day concludes with a visit to the historic craft shop of the reindeer farm, which has been standing for over 100 years.
You will learn basics about fly fishing, history and highlight of your day will be fly fishing by the river
Fishing Tour in the Finnish Wilderness – In Search of Grayling and Trout
Regional (< 50km)
Learn the traditional art of fishing, using worm rods and fish traps, under the guidance of an experienced expert. After your catch, we’ll prepare a delicious lunch from the fish you’ve caught, or other fresh ingredients. A great way to experience summer fishing in its purest form!
Experience classic winter ice fishing combined with checking the nets to see what’s caught. Relax by the campfire with hot drinks and fresh sandwiches, soaking in the winter landscape. This tour offers a peaceful and rewarding day on the ice.
Join us for a thrilling ice fishing adventure, where you’ll learn to fish for perch and explore what’s in the nets. After fishing, enjoy a cozy campfire with a delicious mushroom soup made from local forest mushrooms, fresh bread, butter, coffee, and herbal tea. A perfect way to enjoy the winter wilderness!
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Riverside Lodge Vääräkorva
Vääräkorva combines the beauty of the Oulujoki River, the charm of Finnish countryside life and the best of finnish cottage traditions – offering guests a memorable holiday experience.
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