Sameland Retreat

SUMMER IN SWEDISH LAPLAND SAMELAND RETREAT 

Your hideaway in Swedish Lapland. Sleep under the stars. Experience the Arctic North.

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The Season

Where summer never ends.

The Midnight Sun never truly fades. Hidden among pristine forests and crystal-clear lakes, Sameland Retreat is a private Arctic hideaway where time slows and nature sets the rhythm. Our ten exclusive Mirror Glass Cabins blend seamlessly into the landscape, offering an intimate escape designed for those who seek privacy, stillness and meaningful moments. Reconnect with yourself, the people you love and the beauty of the Nordic summer—where endless daylight, fresh Arctic air and untouched wilderness become the greatest luxury.

Step 01Accommodation

Mirror Glass Cabins

Two mirror-glass sanctuaries — same silence, different view.

Cabin 01

Arctic Lake View Cabin

An Arctic lake stretches to the horizon — shimmering in the long Nordic light, still and clear, reflecting the endless summer sky. Floor-to-ceiling glass puts you at the centre of it all. In summer, the sun barely sets — and the light that remains is unlike anything else on earth. Step onto your private deck, breathe in the warm forest air and let the stillness do its work.

Cabin Facts

  1. 01Accommodates 2–4 Guests (2 adults & 2 children)
  2. 02Queen-Size Bed & Premium Queen Mattress Loft
  3. 03Floor-to-Ceiling Mirror Glass
  4. 04Panoramic Lake Views
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Cabin 02

Arctic Forest View Cabin

Ancient pines surround you on every side — green, alive with birdsong, seemingly endless. Floor-to-ceiling glass brings the Lapland forest directly into your cabin, where light filters through the trees at angles that change by the hour. Your private deck opens straight into the wilderness — trails, lakeshores and long golden evenings begin at your door.

Cabin Facts

  1. 01Accommodates 2–4 Guests (2 adults & 2 children)
  2. 02Queen-Size Bed & Premium Queen Mattress Loft
  3. 03Floor-to-Ceiling Mirror Glass
  4. 04Panoramic Forest Views
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Step 02Amenities · Summer

Rest. Explore. Experience.

Curated encounters with the Arctic — pick what stirs you.

Experience 01

Arctic Spa – Jacuzzi & Sauna

Start with the warmth of our outdoor Jacuzzi, sink into the sauna, then cool down straight in the lake. A quiet, restorative rhythm that belongs entirely to this corner of the world. Right here at the retreat, no booking needed.

Experience 02

Lake Fishing

Cast your line from the lakeshore or a quiet rowing boat on one of Lapland's pristine Arctic lakes. A slow, peaceful day on the water — surrounded by forest, birdsong and the kind of stillness that only exists this far north.

Experience 03

Hiking & Midnight Sun Walks

Step straight out of your cabin and onto trails that wind through ancient Lapland forest. In the evening, walk under the midnight sun — the sky warm and golden long after the rest of the world has gone to sleep.

Experience 04

Husky Farm Visit

Visit our husky farm and meet the dogs up close — learn about their lives, their training and their deep bond with the people of Lapland. A gentle, personal experience.

Experience 05

Husky Trekking

Lace up your boots and head into the Lapland wilderness — with a husky by your side. Guided trekking tours through ancient forest and along lakeshores.

Experience 06

Stand Up Paddle

Glide across the mirror-still surface of an Arctic lake on a stand-up paddleboard — surrounded by forest, open sky and a silence that stretches to the horizon.

Experience 07

Kayak & Lake Experiences

Paddle across glassy Arctic lakes by kayak — surrounded by forest, open sky and the kind of silence that only exists this far north. Guided tours available for all levels.

Experience 08

Mountain Bike Adventures

Rent a mountain bike directly at the retreat and explore the trails at your own pace — through forest tracks, open terrain and riversides that only reveal themselves in summer.

Experience 09

Padel Court

A glass-walled outdoor padel court set deep in the Lapland forest — a fast, social racket sport played in doubles on an enclosed court, easy to pick up for beginners and engaging for seasoned players. Play a few sets under the endless summer light, surrounded by pines, birdsong and the long golden evenings of the Arctic north. Suitable for all ages and skill levels; equipment available at the retreat.

Experience 10

Private & Corporate Experiences

Exchange vows under the midnight sun, celebrate around the open fire at Jay Jay's, or bring your team together in the heart of the Arctic wilderness. Our team takes care of every detail.

Step 03Dining

Taste of the North

Fire, forest and fjäll on the plate.

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Jay Jay's — dining experience at Sameland Retreat
Course 01

Jay Jay's

Signature restaurant

Our favourite place — and once you've been, yours too. Local Lapland ingredients take centre stage: game from the region, Arctic catches, wild berries and Sami culinary traditions brought together by our team of chefs.

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Open Fire Cooking — dining experience at Sameland Retreat
Course 02

Open Fire Cooking

The method

Our chefs cook with live fire and local ingredients — game from the region, Arctic catches, forest berries — creating dishes that could only exist up here. The fire isn't decoration. It's the method.

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The Sunset Deck — dining experience at Sameland Retreat
Course 03

The Sunset Deck

Golden hour

As the Arctic sun stretches golden across the lake, our outdoor deck becomes the most sought-after spot at the retreat. Drinks in hand, forest all around — evenings here have a way of lasting longer than planned.

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Step 04Our Story

The Art of Quiet Luxury

The Art of Quiet Luxury

The Founder's Note

Sameland Retreat was born from a simple vision: to create a place where luxury is defined not by excess, but by space, silence and a genuine connection with nature. Hidden among the pristine forests and crystal-clear lakes, our ten exclusive Mirror Glass Cabins offer an experience unlike any other.

Although the retreat feels wonderfully secluded, you're only minutes from Arvidsjaur's airport, restaurants, shops and local life. It is a rare place where complete tranquillity and modern convenience exist side by side — allowing you to disconnect from everyday life.

Here, time slows down. Days are shaped by the rhythm of nature, and evenings end beneath star-filled skies and, if you're lucky, the dancing Northern Lights. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create a place where you can breathe deeply, reconnect with nature and rediscover what truly matters.

A place where people can step away from the noise of everyday life, reconnect with themselves, with the people they love and with nature. My greatest wish is that every guest leaves with something they cannot pack in a suitcase: a calmer mind, renewed energy and memories that stay with them long after they return home. If Sameland Retreat gives you even a small piece of that, then we have achieved everything we dreamed of. Welcome home.

Janina, Founder & CEO Sameland Retreat

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