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COUNTING SHEEP BY THE LOUE RIVER

Loue, Tervola

Fall asleep with the sound of the rapids in the bedroom of a 170-year-old farmhouse. In the morning, you will first see your new friends in the window, the Finnish sheep, who are already waiting for a cuddle. Next in line are the cat, rabbits and dogs. After the morning chores, Loue’s village trail invites you to hop on a bike saddle and pedal to a fireplace hut, a beach, a summer café or an art exhibition.

WHAT & WHERE?

The farm of Old Leinonen is located in the lively village of Loue in the municipality of Tervola, halfway between Rovaniemi and Kemi, about 60 kilometres from each. The farm stands on the banks of the Loue River, and the courtyard is part of the magnificent rural scenery of Loue. You can get there by bus from the south and from Rovaniemi, walking about 1 km to the farm. By train to Tervola railway station, from where you can take a taxi (14 km).

WHEN & TO WHOM?

Available 3.6.-31.7.2024

 

Minimum stay 3 days

 

Suitable for animal lovers of all ages! On the farm of Old Leinonen, there is a wonderful cultural landscape and plenty of furry friends - whether you are looking for peaceful relaxation or tinkering on the farm!

ACCOMMODATION

Chambers of a handsome stern house built in 1847. 4 beds in two chambers, extra beds can be arranged. It can accommodate 1 to 4 people, with extra beds if needed. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a fridge and electric hob. Toilet and also an outhouse in the yard. Shower and sauna in a separate building (shower shifts agreed in advance with the hosts) and a traditional sauna by the river which is free to use whenever you want. At your disposal a rowing boat, fishing rod and a bicycle.

PRICING

Week from Saturday to Saturday 500 € / 1-2 person, additional persons 200 € / person
Reservation shorter than a week 80 € / night / person
Children under 12 free
Booking fee 100 €
Bed linen & towels 20 € / person

Customer handles the final cleaning or cleaning fee 50 €

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

  • Haymaking

  • Nature care work: clearing willow and collecting twigs

  • Rowing and boating

  • Fishing

  • Cycling in the village of Loue or to the hut of Pisa river

  • Saturday dances in Suukoski

  • Kätkävaara nature trail, 7 km, campfire places along the route

  • Kätkäjärvi nature trail 15 km

  • Tervola Local History Museum

  • Visit to a nearby dairy farm, art exhibition and summer café

FURRY FRIENDS & DAILY CHORES

Animals: Finnish sheep. Other animal friends: indigenous chickens and roosters, quails, rabbits, cats and Icelandic sheepdogs. On the beach pastures you can spot waterfowl, waders, owls and hawks.

Daily chores:

  • Shepherding, counting and checking the general condition of sheep

  • Checking clean drinking water

  • Checking the fences

  • Feeding the lambs from the lamb bar

  • Good night scratches

BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY

Book your own holiday by contacting the farm's contact person






Farm of Old Leinonen

Louentie 156 B
95340 Loue

Elina Tapio-Uusitalo

elina.tapio67@gmail.com
Tel. +358 40 527 5873

Markku Uusitalo

markkuu762@gmail.com

Tel. +358 40 865 7052

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