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Villa Salmi

Villa in Vaala, North Ostrobothnia

Direct water access 🌊 Lake, RiverBoat on-site Distance to water: 20m
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
4
Guests
90 m²
Living Space
Sauna
Self Check-in

Explore Hideout
At Villa Salmi, Finnish architecture meets nature in perfect harmony. Every detail of this hideout is thoughtfully designed – custom-made for both beauty and comfort. Light and nature are part of the interior: floor-to-ceiling windows open directly into the surrounding pine forest and onto the shimmering Lake Oulujärvi. In summer, the living room flows seamlessly onto a spacious sunlit terrace through large glass sliding doors. The first rays of morning sunshine invite you to open the doors and step barefoot straight onto the beach.

Right in front of the cottage lies a magical, family-friendly sandy beach – the perfect spot for a relaxing summer holiday. Swim, paddleboard or simply bask in the sun. In winter, the frozen lake becomes a quiet wonderland where you can explore on foot, with snowshoes or by fatbike.

Set deep in the forest, this location awakens all your senses. Pick blueberries straight from the yard, discover porcini mushrooms along the forest trail, go trail running through breathtaking scenery and end the day by lighting a fire at your private firepit. Let the stillness, the rhythm of nature and the warmth of the fire wrap around you as the evening falls.

Villa Salmi is a place to embrace the art of slow, luxurious living in nature.
Welcome to experience what it feels like when everything simply falls into place.

This cabin includes Luxury Hideouts’ Host & Prime services, designed to make your stay even smoother, more relaxing, and truly exceptional. We don’t just offer accommodation –we offer care and experiences from the very beginning.

Key Features
Main Building
A spacious living area with large glass sliding doors that bring nature right into the heart of the home
Custom-made kitchen and cabinetry, designed with both function and beauty in mind
Electric sauna with a full wall of windows offering serene views of the shoreline

Summer Guest Cottage
A charming little cabin for sleeping or relaxing – perfect for extra guests in summer. Accommodates 2-4 people (sleeping loft & sofa), 100 €/night.
Cozy fireplace
Electricity
Small refrigerator
No running water
Traditional outdoor toilet

Yard Area
Stunning firepit area for cozy evenings around open flames (please check for any forest fire warnings)
Spacious terrace for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors
Gas grill for easy outdoor cooking
Enchanting sandy beach framed by peaceful pine forest

Location
Peaceful, only a few other holiday homes along the long quiet shoreline.

This hideout offers luxurious experiences in the heart of nature – panoramic windows, a private sandy beach and the surrounding forest invite you to unwind in every season.

The best time to visit

Spring 🌱Summer ☀️Autumn 🍂Winter ❄️

Amenities & Facilities

  • Family friendly
  • Basic Supplies (Towels/Bed Linen)
  • Internet
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee Machine
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Slaughtering and Filleting Tool
  • Washing Machine
  • Vacuum Cleaner
  • Bedding
  • Towels
  • Drying Room/Facility for Fishing Clothes
  • WiFi
  • Stereo System / Music System
  • Children's Bed
  • Children's Chair
  • Terrace
  • Garden Furniture and Seating
  • Grill
  • Fire Pit
  • Smoker (Hot and Cold Smoking)

Accommodation Highlights

  • Luxury Villa with touch of Finnish architecture
  • Beautiful private sand beach
  • Includes host service and sparkling wine
  • Can be tailored with additional dining and activity experiences
  • Lake Oulujärvi and rowboat

Outdoor Area

  • Little summer cabin for extra guests at summer time
  • You can add an electric motor to your rowing boat rental for the days you choose.

Arrival Instructions

The nearest airports are Oulu (114 km) and Kajaani (97 km), both just over 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 30 € / person
  • Summer Guest Cottage 100 € /night (for extra 2-4 people)
  • An electric motor to your rowing boat 60 €/day
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Basic Information

Size90 m²
Rooms5

Accommodation Details

Guests (max.)4
Beds3
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms2
ToiletsInside

Heating and Amenities

Heating
Hot Water
Usable in Winter
Self Check-in
Sauna
Details about the saunaElectric | Inside
Fishing context

Fishing in this region in Vaala

What the host promises, what the public Finnish data shows for the surrounding waters, and which permits you'll need — all in one place.

What the host offers

Your Fishing Experience in Vaala

Direct water access
Boat on-site
Distance to water: 20m

Lake Oulujärvi is ideal for both guided fishing excursions and independent fishing, whether from the shore or a 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.

Fish Types in the Area

Pike

Pike

Perch

Perch

Zander / Pike-Perch

Zander / Pike-Perch

Burbot

Burbot

Whitefish

Whitefish

Trout

Trout

Fishing Methods Available

Spinning

Spinning

Fly Fishing

Fly Fishing

Trolling

Trolling

Pilk Fishing

Pilk Fishing

Ice Fishing

Ice Fishing

Livescope Fishing

Livescope Fishing

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.

Required Licenses

  • Fishing permit. The price depends on the duration and place. For example, a fishing permit for Lake Oulujärvi for one week costs 30 €/person and we can assist you with purchasing the permit.

Water Introduction by Host

The host will introduce you to the water and the best fishing spots.

Lake Oulujärvi is vast - on its two large open waters, you can’t even see the opposite shore. Nearby, you’ll also find smaller rivers such as the Oulujoki and Kutujoki, offering diverse water experiences. Tell us your wishes, and we will help you create the holiday of your dreams. You are welcome to contact us even before your arrival, for example via Teams or email.

Price for Water Introduction

Free

Waters & Permits

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.

Primary water body

Oulujärvi (N43 122.20)x2Lake

Distance
9.1 km
Area
396.86 km²
Shoreline
397 km
Islands
207
Elevation
123.1 m
Nearest water body

Oulujärvi (N43 122.20)x1Lake

Distance
0.1 km
Area
340.09 km²
Shoreline
355 km
Elevation
122.7 m
Surface water temp

12.3 °C

Oulujärvi, Manamansalo

Nearest gauge · 14.1 km away

Reported 44 hours ago

5-day forecast

6 days ahead

  • Wed

    7°/7°

    dry

    8.2 m/s

  • Thu

    8°/6°

    dry

    10.2 m/s

  • Fri

    14°/7°

    dry

    8.0 m/s

  • Sat

    19°/9°

    dry

    4.3 m/s

  • Sun

    16°/12°

    dry

    4.9 m/s

Other waters in the area

5 nearby water bodies

Pitkälampi

Lake
Distance
0.8 km
Area
2.0 ha
Shoreline
1.0 km

Laukunlampi

Lake
Distance
1.7 km
Area
1.8 ha
Shoreline
0.7 km

Hamppulampi

Lake
Distance
0.4 km
Area
0.9 ha
Shoreline
0.4 km

Kemilampi

Lake
Distance
6.4 km
Area
0.5 ha
Shoreline
0.3 km

Pikkulampi

Lake
Distance
0.5 km
Area
0.3 ha
Shoreline
0.2 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.

4508-Oulujärvi, valtion vedet

Lake Oulujärvi is the central lake of the Oulujoki waterway and the fifth largest lake in Finland. It is also known as the 'Sea of Kainuu'. You can easily experience the maritime atmosphere at Ärjänselkä and Niskanselkä, which are Finland's largest contiguous inland water areas. The state-owned water areas (nearly 40,000 hectares) are located in these open waters. In addition, the Oulujärvi permit area includes smaller water areas in the surrounding region.

Responsible Authority: Metsähallitus, Parks & Wildlife Finland, Ostrobothnia and Kainuu

Pricing

Adults
Daily Price15€ / DayWeekly Price30€ / WeekSeasonal Price50€ / Season
Minors
Daily Price7.5€ / DayWeekly Price15€ / WeekSeasonal Price25€ / Season
Restrictions
  • Lake Iso-Ruuhijärvi

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Jylhämän voimalaitoksen pato

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, section 71).
  • The dam of the Ämmäkoski power plant in Kajaani

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, section 71).
  • LAPELYN: fishing prohibited by decision under Article 7 of the Fisheries Act

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Metsähallitus sells fishing permits.
  • Oulujoen vesistöalue

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Derogation decision allowing angling and fishing in the Oulujoki estuary

    Exceptional protection period (1.1 - 31.12)

    Lapin ELY-keskuksen KL 47 § poikkeuspäätöksen nojalla onkiminen ja pilkkiminen on sallittua Oulujoen pääuoman patoaltaiden koski- ja virta-alueilla vesialueen omistajan luvalla. Päätös on voimassa osuudella Oulun kaupungin raja-Vaalan Jylhämän pato. Päätös on voimassa 31.1.2026.
  • Lake Oulu fisheries area: minimum catch size for pike perch 45 cm

    Exceptional catch size (1.1 - 31.12)

    Lapin elinkeino-, liikenne- ja ympäristökeskus (ELY-keskus) määrää kalastuslain 57 §:n ja kalastusasetuksen 3 §:n nojalla kuhan alamitaksi Oulujärven kalastusalueelle 45 cm. Päätös koskee kaikkia kalastajia.
  • Pentinlampi

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

    Yksityislampi
  • Rasvaevällisen taimenen saaliiksi ottamisen kielto Oulujärven kalatalousalueella

    Economic Development Centres decision on restricting fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Lapin ELY-keskus on tehnyt Kalastuslain 53 § nojalla pätöksen kieltää rasvaevällisen taimenen saaliiksi ottamisen Oulujärven kalatalousalueella. Päätös ei koske Kalastusasetuksen 1360/2015 1 § ja 2 § mukaisia alueita joihin ei ole vaellusyhteyttä Oulujärvestä
  • Siikajoen koski- ja virta-alueet

    Rapids and currents for migratory fish (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Siikajoen vesistöalue

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Sotkamon kalataloustusalue: kuhan alin pyyntimitta 45 cm

    Exceptional catch size (1.1 - 31.12)

    Lapin elinkeino-, liikenne- ja ympäristökeskus (ELY-keskus) määrää kalastuslain 57 §:n ja kalastusasetuksen 3 §:n nojalla kuhan alamitaksi Sotkamon kalastusalueelle 45 cm. Päätös koskee kaikkia kalastajia.
  • Ylä-Savo Fisheries Area, derogation for eel fishing in 2024-2028

    Exceptional protection period (10.5 - 30.9)

    The North Savo Centre for Economic Affairs, Transport and the Environment has granted a permit to fish for eels in the waters of the Upper Savo Fishery Management Area from 10 May to 30 September 2024 and from 1 May to 30 September 2025-2028 pursuant to Section 47 of the Fisheries Act (379/2015). Decision POSELY/775/2024.
More about the regionBuy Permit (Eraluvat.fi)

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Premium Fishing Adventure at Lake Oulujärvi – 5 Days, 3 Guided Days, Full Board for 4 person
1900 €
Fishing Holiday Package
Duration: 5 days

Premium Fishing Adventure at Lake Oulujärvi – 5 Days, 3 Guided Days, Full Board for 4 person

A Unique Fishing Holiday for Four on Lake Oulujärvi Let us take care of every detail while shaping your holiday exactly the way you wish it to be. This is a unique fishing experience designed for a group of four, combining fishing on the rich and pristine waters of Lake Oulujärvi with the comfort and privacy of an exceptional lakeside villa. During your stay, you will enjoy carefully guided fishing trips on one of Finland’s most abundant lakes, while returning each day to a beautifully designed architect-built villa located on a private sandy beach. Your accommodation offers space, tranquility, and a deep connection to nature. Your holiday is completed with thoughtfully prepared meals delivered directly to your villa, allowing you to enjoy fine, locally inspired dining without effort or interruption. Everything is arranged for you, so you can fully focus on the experience, the lake, and your time together. With the support of our dedicated local host service, we ensure your stay runs smoothly from start to finish. We are here to listen to your wishes and tailor the experience to suit your group perfectly. This is more than a fishing trip – it is a carefully curated Northern escape where nature, comfort, and personal service come together in perfect harmony.

Regional (< 50km)

Premium Fishing Adventure at Lake Oulujärvi – 5 Days, 3 Guided Days, Full Board for 4 person
1900 €
Fishing Holiday Package
Duration: 5 days

Premium Fishing Adventure at Lake Oulujärvi – 5 Days, 3 Guided Days, Full Board for 4 person

Let us take care of every detail while shaping your holiday exactly the way you wish it to be. This is a unique fishing experience designed for a group of four, combining fishing on the rich and pristine waters of Lake Oulujärvi with the comfort and privacy of an exceptional lakeside villa. During your stay, you will enjoy carefully guided fishing trips on one of Finland’s most abundant lakes, while returning each day to a beautifully designed architect-built villa Lichen located on Rokua just 20 minutes drive from Lake Oulujärvi. Your accommodation offers space, tranquility and a deep connection to nature. It is located on crystal clear lake Vaulujärvi in the heart of Rokua National Park. Your holiday is completed with thoughtfully prepared meals delivered directly to your villa, allowing you to enjoy fine, locally inspired dining without effort or interruption. Everything is arranged for you, so you can fully focus on the experience, the lake, and your time together. With the support of our dedicated local host service, we ensure your stay runs smoothly from start to finish. We are here to listen to your wishes and tailor the experience to suit your group perfectly. This is more than a fishing trip – it is a carefully curated Northern escape where nature, comfort, and personal service come together in perfect harmony.

from 515€/ night

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