3-Bed Mountain Chalet Near Finnmark Plateau – Snowmobile Trails, Fishing Lakes & Northern Lights in Norway



Jotka Nord 4, 9537 Tverrelvdalen, Norway, Tverrelvdalen (Norway)
3 Bedrooms · 1 Bathrooms · 76m² Floor area
€177,000
Chalet
No parking
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
76m²
Garden
No pool
Not furnished
Description
Picture yourself standing on a wooden terrace at dawn, steam rising from your morning coffee as the first golden rays illuminate the Finnmark Plateau stretching endlessly before you. The silence is absolute, broken only by the distant call of a ptarmigan. This is Jotka, where your nearest neighbor isn't another house but Norway's vast wilderness plateau, and every season brings a new chapter in your Nordic adventure story. This 3-bedroom mountain chalet in Tverrelvdalen offers international buyers a rare opportunity to own a vacation home where winter sports, summer fishing, and aurora watching become part of your everyday escape. Located in Alta municipality at Jotka Nord 4, this 76-square-meter retreat serves as your personal gateway to authentic Norwegian mountain living, positioned where marked snowmobile trails begin and crystal-clear fishing lakes dot the landscape for miles around. The rhythm of life at this holiday property changes with Norway's dramatic seasons, each offering distinct experiences that transform how you spend your vacation time. Winter arrives with confidence here, bringing stable snow conditions from November through May that make the Finnmark region famous among winter sports enthusiasts across Europe. Imagine waking to a world blanketed in pristine white, strapping on cross-country skis right from your door, or firing up a snowmobile to explore hundreds of kilometers of groomed trails that wind across the plateau. The marked routes provide safe passage through terrain that feels limitless, where you might travel an hour without seeing another soul. Dog sledding operations nearby offer the chance to experience this landscape as explorers once did, with only the panting of huskies and the whisper of runners on snow accompanying you. As evening falls, the lack of light pollution transforms your terrace into a front-row seat for the aurora borealis, with green curtains dancing across Arctic skies from September through March. Spring's arrival brings a transformation as dramatic as any stage curtain rising. The midnight sun claims the sky from May through July, bathing the landscape in perpetual golden light that makes 2 AM feel like afternoon. Suddenly, those mountain lakes visible from your windows become accessible fishing destinations, their waters home to trout and char that thrive in the cold, clear depths. Hiking trails that were buried under meters of snow now wind through birch forests where new leaves create a canopy of translucent green. The terrain here suits all fitness levels, from gentle walks through valleys to challenging climbs that reward effort with panoramic views across three mountain ranges. Summer evenings on your 31-square-meter terrace stretch endlessly, dinner extending into midnight without ever needing artificial light, conversations flowing as easily as the mountain breezes. Autumn paints the landscape in burgundy and gold as dwarf birch and willow transform the plateau into an artist's palette. This season belongs to hunters and foragers, with the area offering access to small game and the prized cloudberries that grow in the acidic soils of the high country. The changing light creates photography opportunities that draw artists from across Scandinavia, with the returning darkness bringing back the aurora and a sense of the year completing its circle. Inside, this mountain chalet balances rustic authenticity with practical comfort for modern vacation living. The open-plan living and kitchen area maximizes the home's 76 square meters, with large windows strategically positioned to frame views of the surrounding wilderness while flooding interiors with natural light during those long summer days. Pine flooring underfoot and wood paneling on walls and ceilings create warmth and acoustic comfort, while the combined wood and oil heating system ensures cozy temperatures even when January temperatures drop to minus 20 Celsius outside. The kitchen area features white cabinetry and functional workspace, equipped with a stove and ventilation system suitable for preparing everything from quick trail lunches to leisurely Nordic feasts. The layout encourages social cooking, where one person can prepare meals while others relax in the living area, everyone part of the same conversation and shared space. While the cabin operates without plumbing, the thoughtful design includes practical water management with greywater drainage, and many owners find this setup perfectly adequate for vacation use, especially given the surrounding natural beauty that makes this property so special. Three bedrooms accessed from a central hallway provide flexible sleeping arrangements for families or friend groups, with the master bedroom spacious enough for a double bed and storage furniture, while the two additional rooms work perfectly with bunk beds or single configurations. The bathroom's composting toilet represents eco-friendly functionality well-suited to this remote location, and the washbasin provides essential facilities with minimal environmental impact. A covered entrance opens into a practical mudroom with generous space for ski equipment, hiking boots, fishing gear, and the multiple layers Norwegian weather demands. Additional storage extends to 11 square meters of external space, perfect for firewood, snowmobile maintenance, or seasonal equipment rotation. The property includes a barrel sauna on the natural plot, offering that quintessential Nordic experience of heating your body to the point of blissful exhaustion, then cooling in crisp mountain air while wrapped in a towel under infinite stars. The plot itself maintains native vegetation, creating an authentic wilderness setting that requires minimal maintenance while providing natural privacy and habitat for local wildlife. Accessibility balances seclusion with practicality in ways that work well for vacation home ownership. The private construction road Stilla-Sautso provides summer vehicle access directly to the cabin, making arrival and provisioning straightforward during warmer months. Winter access shifts to snowmobile via marked trails, adding adventure to arrival while ensuring you can reach your property year-round with appropriate equipment. The seasonal road closure protects traditional reindeer herding, connecting you to cultural practices that have shaped this landscape for millennia. The nearest services sit about 21 minutes away, close enough for provisioning runs but far enough to preserve the sense of genuine remoteness that makes this location special. Alta, the nearest town, provides full shopping, medical services, and the airport that connects this Arctic region to Oslo and beyond. For international buyers, this accessibility makes the property realistic for weekend escapes and longer holiday stays without feeling too isolated. The area attracts families who want children to experience real outdoor freedom, couples seeking peaceful retreats, and outdoor enthusiasts who prioritize access to activities over proximity to towns. The annual leasehold fee of 1,630 Norwegian kroner represents minimal carrying cost for a vacation property, and the leasehold structure is common and well-established in Norway's mountain regions. International buyers should note that Norwegian property ownership is generally straightforward for EU/EEA citizens, though consulting with a local legal advisor about specific requirements and tax implications is recommended. The property's condition is good, making it move-in ready for buyers who want to start enjoying their Norwegian mountain retreat immediately without major renovation projects. The vacation rental market in Finnmark has grown as travelers seek authentic Arctic experiences, offering potential supplemental income during periods when you're not using the property yourself. Many owners rent during peak aurora season or summer midnight sun periods, with weekly rates varying by season but generally robust given the area's unique natural attractions. The market here appeals to adventure travelers, winter sports enthusiasts, and those bucket-list travelers seeking Northern Lights experiences in authentic settings rather than tourist hotels. Property management services in Alta can handle rental marketing, guest communication, and property maintenance for international owners who want income potential without hands-on involvement. Key features of this Finnmark mountain chalet include direct access to marked snowmobile trails extending across the plateau, proximity to multiple mountain fishing lakes within hiking or short snowmobile distance, three bedrooms sleeping six to eight guests comfortably depending on configuration, combined wood and oil heating for reliable warmth in Arctic conditions, expansive 31-square-meter terrace and balcony space with wilderness views, 11 square meters of external storage for equipment and supplies, barrel sauna for authentic Nordic relaxation experiences, open-plan living design maximizing light and social space, natural plot setting with native vegetation, summer vehicle access via private road, winter snowmobile access via established trails, minimal annual leasehold fee of 1,630 NOK, move-in ready condition requiring no immediate investment, proven rental potential during peak tourism seasons, and location offering year-round outdoor activities from skiing to fishing to aurora watching. This vacation home in Tverrelvdalen represents more than property ownership; it's an investment in experiences that reshape how you think about holidays and time away from daily routines. Imagine February weekends where you trade office stress for snowmobile adventures across frozen plateaus, or July weeks where midnight sun allows fishing expeditions that start at 10 PM and end whenever you decide, not when darkness falls. Picture autumn weekends foraging cloudberries while the aurora begins its seasonal return, or spring days watching the landscape emerge from winter's grip as migratory birds reclaim nesting territories. This is the lifestyle this mountain chalet enables: authentic, adventurous, and connected to natural rhythms that modern life often obscures. For buyers seeking a second home that offers genuine escape and outdoor access beyond what typical European vacation properties provide, this Norwegian mountain retreat delivers experiences you'll recount for years. Contact Homestra today to learn more about this opportunity to own your personal gateway to Finnmark's wilderness, where every season brings new reasons to return and every visit creates memories that last far beyond your time here.
Details
- Amount of bedrooms
- 3
- Size
- 76m²
- Price per m²
- €2,329
- Garden size
- 0m²
- Has Garden
- Yes
- Has Parking
- No
- Has Basement
- No
- Condition
- good
- Amount of Bathrooms
- 1
- Has swimming pool
- No
- Property type
- Chalet
- Energy label
Unknown
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