Sunnyhill Farm Päivärinta – Natural Products, Craft Workshops & Rural Experiences in Pello, Lapland
Located in the village of Koskela in Pello, Sunnyhill Farm Päivärinta processes homegrown garden produce and wild natural products collected from local fields and forests. The farm owner also handcrafts everyday wooden items, which are available for purchase on-site.
The peaceful farmyard offers nature-loving travelers a safe and quiet tent camping spot. Guests have access to a toilet and shower facilities. On warm summer days, you can take a refreshing swim in the nearby Konttajoki River.
ACTIVITIES
Crayfishing Adventure
Step into the fascinating world of crayfishing! During this guided experience, you’ll participate in catching crayfish and learn all about the species and sustainable catching methods. Afterward, you’ll enjoy a meal where you’re guided through how to properly eat crayfish.
Duration: approx. 2–3 hours
Available: August 5 – September 30
Group size: 4–8 people
Price: €105/person (incl. VAT 25.5%)
Custom pricing available for smaller or larger groups.
Wilderness Meal by the Campfire Shelter
Enjoy a delicious meal prepared by a wilderness chef and seasoned with herbs in the heart of nature. Meal options include meat, fish, or vegetarian.
Duration: approx. 2–3 hours
Available: April to December
Group size: 4–6 people
Price: €165/person (incl. VAT 14%)
Custom pricing available for smaller or larger groups.
Wilderness Sauna Experience
Escape the rush and enjoy the soothing heat of a traditional wilderness sauna. After the sauna, relax by the campfire shelter with a small, chef-prepared wilderness snack.
Duration: approx. 3–4 hours
Available: April to December
Group size: 2–8 people (sauna fits 4 people at a time)
Price: €150/person (incl. VAT 25.5%)
ACCOMMODATION
Korpela Wilderness Cabin
Jan 10 – Aug 31: €450/week, €260/weekend (Fri–Mon, 3 nights), €70/night
Sep 1 – Jan 9: €550/week, €350/weekend (Fri–Mon, 3 nights), €95/night
All prices include VAT 14%
Tent Camping at the Farmyard
Camp safely in the tranquil setting of the farmyard. Guests have access to a WC, shower, and a shared grill hut (grillikota). You can also enjoy a swim at the farm’s lakeside sauna beach.
Quiet hours: 10 PM – 7 AM
Price: €16 per tent + €6/person (incl. VAT 14%)
FARM SHOP PRODUCTS (Seasonal Availability)
During the autumn harvest season, you can purchase:
Aleksandar garlic
Stuttgarter onions
Specialty potatoes
Herb-based natural products
Garlic and onion preserves
Preserves made from garden plants and berries
HANDCRAFTED PRODUCTS
Selection and availability may vary – come and discover unique, handmade items. You may find:
Birch whisk (koivuvihta) – natural aromatherapy and wellness at its best
Rope whisk (naruvihta) – durable and washable, a sauna essential
Pistelin – a baker’s tool for piercing dough in traditional breads and pies
Salt box (suolaloova) – a wooden container designed for making traditional salted meat dishes
