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United KingdomAhead of arrival, the host (Joni) was very helpful in dealing with all of our enquiries and was very knowledgable about the local transport options for arriving at the residence. On arrival, he showed us all the facilities and made both of us feel very welcome.
The bed was comfortable (Reindeer room) with a small wardrobe for clothes and hanging rails. There are chairs and bedside tables in the bedroom too, and plenty of power outlets where required.
The kitchen, whilst small, was well appointed. Whilst it could be busy at peak times, all the residents were able to cook and socialise with each other without issue. There is a table with seating for 4, as well as 2 person sofa (great for looking at the Northern Lights through the kitchen window if you don't fancy being out in the cold).
The sauna was lovely after a long day out on the tracks, and there were no issues with the booking system, which is also used for the showers. The (2) toilets are seperate to the shower / sauna / utility and drying room.
We were very greatful to be able to leave our luggage after check-out, as we still had a full day in Yllas.
The ability to use the on site sports equipement was also appreciated - kick sleds, snow shoes / poles. There was also a heated shed for ski storage, as well as a preparation area for waxing the XC skis too.
The location of the accommodation is absolutely ski in / ski out (cross country trails), and is only about 150m from the nearest bus stop - which is the connecting bus from the train station at Kolari, as well as the local Yllas Ski Bus for getting around the area (or to the alpine skiing areas)