Nurminiemen Ratsutila
Our Home: The Beautiful Nurminiemi riding stable in Kuusamo
Aurora Donkey Tours at Nurminiemi
Aurora Donkey Tours is based at the stunning Nurminiemi estate in Kuusamo – a location that offers premier, ethical facilities for both our animals and our guests. Nestled on a picturesque shore along Lake Kuusamojärvi, we are located just a quick 10-minute drive (3 km) from Kuusamo town center, making your visit smooth and easily accessible.
Modern Log Facilities Built with Animal Welfare at Heart
Our impressive and modern log buildings are thoughtfully designed with a focus on animal welfare, safety, and comfort. Alongside our donkey experiences, Nurminiemi is home to a vibrant stable community, offering high-quality self-care stabling for private horses in the Kuusamo area.
Animal Welfare at the Heart of Our Stables & Barns
Modern, Mindfully Designed Facilities for Animal Well-Being
The heart of our farm consists of modern stables and active barns built in 2010 and 2013 using natural Finnish laminated log. These eco-friendly log structures create an ideal indoor climate: the solid wood naturally regulates humidity, ensuring the air inside remains fresh, pure, and healthy in every season.
Our main stable includes seven spacious stalls equipped with an advanced ventilation and heat recovery system for the optimal comfort of both the animals and their caretakers. Additionally, the estate features expansive open-plan active barns where our animals can roam freely, enjoying a natural, restful, and completely stress-free lifestyle.
All-Weather, Light-Filled Log Arena
Enjoy unforgettable experiences, no matter the weather! Our main stable opens directly into a stunning, light-filled log riding arena (measuring a spacious 22 m x 42 m). Built with thick, high-quality Finnish laminated log, the structure offers natural thermal insulation — keeping the indoor climate pleasantly warmer during crisp winter frosts and comfortably cool during the summer months. Complete with a spectator viewing area for guests, our arena provides a safe, comfortable, and beautiful space for tours, activities, and camps all year round.
Welcoming Guest Lounge & Atmospheric Grill Kota
Our visitors are greeted by a beautiful and welcoming reception lounge, featuring elegant natural stone flooring and pristine, modern restroom facilities.
The true highlight of your visit is our large, authentic Finnish grill kota (a traditional wooden hut with a central fireplace) situated in the courtyard. Designed to comfortably host larger groups, it offers the ultimate cozy retreat: gather around the open, crackling fire to enjoy hot drinks, roast traditional snacks, and unwind in warm northern hospitality after an unforgettable day with the animals.