Well, we’re all shook up after being invited to stay at Elves’ Graceland with Airbnb but there will be no return to sender here.
And we’re all big Elves fans here, the Son and Heir and Daddy’s Little Girl both having worked as elves in his Co. Wicklow outpost.
So this invitation seems ideal for us who love, love, love Santa…
Santa’s Official Post Office in Rovaniemi, Finland, his official post office, has been listed free for guests .
You’ll get three nights from 18-21 December and can book on Monday December at 12pm at airbnb.com/santa.
Santa’s Official Post Office is expected to receive over 30,000 letters daily.
From children and adults around the world this Christmas.
The Chief Elf speaks
Katja, Chief Elf of Santa Claus’ Main Post Office and Airbnb Host said: “The elves have been working around the clock to transform Santa Claus’ Cabin into a winter wonderland.
“We want this to be a magical and immersive experience for a family in search of the ultimate yuletide experience.
“Not only will guests get to sleep in Santa Claus’ Cabin, they’ll also get a sneak peek behind the scenes.
“Of the world’s official Santa Claus’ Post Office during our liveliest time of the year.”.
Guests will be given a crash course in ‘elfing’ by Chief Elf and Host Katja, and will work with her team.
To help sort through the letters from children and adults all around the world – cross referencing with Santa Claus’ naughty and nice list.
You’ll empty mailboxes and help the elves stamp the post with the Arctic Circle postmark before it goes to Santa Claus.
And learn about the day-to-day workings of the post office.
After tending to their elf duties, guests will be treated to traditional Finnish meals, a snowmobile activity, a trip to see the northern lights and a traditional sauna.
Cabin fever
You’ll stay in Santa Claus’ Cabin out with the funky Finns, just a hop, skip and a jump away from Santa Claus’ Post Office.
The room has been given a Yuletide makeover complete with traditional Lapland decorations and a wardrobe of elf-wear, all free of charge.
And this being Santaland they’re not sure of Christmas crackers jokey guest rules.
So please ask Santa nicely before taking an elfie with him, boots off in Santa Claus’ Cabin.
Yule be sorry if you trample snow into the handwoven Lapland rugs.
Roasting chestnuts by the open fire is permitted.
And remember, an elf is always an elf: a felt hat with a jingling bell paired.
With a freshly ironed tunic is the preferred attire in the Santa Claus Village.
How to book
The exclusive stay in Finland will be available for 3 nights from 18-21 December.
Guests can request to book this stay on Monday December 11 at 12pm EET at airbnb.com/santa.
Guests will receive complimentary return flights to Rovaniemi from London Heathrow Airport via Finnair – thanks to Visit Finland.
The stay is suitable for up to two adults and two children, and will be free of charge, with breakfast and dinner included.
Amanda Cupples, General Manager of Northern Europe at Airbnb, said: “We’re thrilled that the Chief Elf has decided to share their space on Airbnb.
“And invite a family to experience this unique festive stay.
“Where they’ll help sort through Christmas letters from children worldwide.
“And participate in unforgettable adventures like snowmobile excursions, northern lights sightings and traditional saunas.”
For those who are not able to book this exclusive stay, check out Airbnb’s Arctic Category.
It is a new filter that makes it easy to discover igloos, cabins and more, in the Arctic Circle.