Magical northern lights and beautiful midnight sun, high mountain peaks, chalk white beaches and crystal clear sea. Now you can rent my little paradise on the coast of Helgeland
#unforgettable
TRUDE HELÉN HOLE is an award-winning artist, journalist, lecturer and Norway’s funniest author and sommelier according to those who know such things… and not at least a farm owner. Now you can rent her little paradise at the beautiful coast of Norway – the Helgeland!
Helgeland – the The fairy tale of Nordland
Does magical northern lights and beautiful midnight sun, high mountain peaks, chalk white beaches and crystal clear sea, and a warm bath in the outdoor bathtub with a whisky in your hand while the moose graze nearby seems alluring to you? Then my wonderful place – Villa Reipå in Meløy is the right place for you whether you are 5, 25 or 50 years old or more.
You might feel like a cowboy enjoying the bathtub in the yard after a magical mountain hike or a lucrative fishing trip. Or how about a glass of wine on the terrace while the children carve a bird box in the barn, or a joyful swim in the river which borders the property? This charming ranch will provide an unforgettable experience whether you are traveling with children, friends or a lover.
Just as beautiful, but easier to access than Lofoten
The beautiful coast and the picturesque Meløy Alps are just as beautiful and spectacular as Lofoten, but with less queues, stress and tourists – and better accessibility. The majestic mountains invite you to wonderful summit hikes in one of Norway’s most beautiful natural areas. In fact, the Meløy Alps offers some of the wildest off-piste skiing in Northern Norway, so this holiday destination offers great experiences all year round.
Watch this video to see what you can expect of joy and happiness at the northern part of Norway.
Magical northern light and midnight sun
With sparkling fjords lacing its coastline and dramatic mountains towering over chalk-white beaches and crystal-green seas, Norway could rightfully claim to be one of the world’s most beautiful countries. You’ll discover dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches, and traditional fishing villages, and in summertime – sun 24/7. In both autumn and winter, you will experience the magical northern lights, which are an unforgettable experience.
You will experience ocean breeze and weather-beaten docks. Mountains that soar above the deep blue sea. Salty flavours and pure natural ingredients. The light that makes the colours sharp and bright. You’ll feel how the northern spirit pleases your soul, so it is quite romantic as well, so what are you waiting for?
Take a deep breath, and fill your lungs with fresh sea air as you set off into an exciting and beautiful landscape made up of mountain peaks, ocean, fjords and islands.
Only three minutes from the ocean you will find Villa Reipå, an idyllic farmhouse located on a large, sunny and unashamed property close to the village’s beautiful river and lake. The property has a barn with a bar and lounge, as well as an outdoor shower and bathtub in the yard. GoogleMap.
A nice warm bath in the outdoor bathtub or an outdoor shower while the moose graze nearby is an exotic experience. You might also bring shampoo and a towel, and stroll down to the beautiful river with chalky white sandy bottom that borders the plot to take a bath there. It is highly recommended.
In the idyllic main house you will find four lovely bedrooms with beds for seven people as well as a cozy kitchen and a spacious living room with a fireplace. If it rains, you might lighten the fireplace and read a good book. Perhaps one of the owner and author herself. On the stone steps facing south you might enjoy a steaming fresh morning coffee while the rest of the world comes to life. Surrounded by peaceful and idyllic nature, your soul will be both happy and grateful.
Live like Lucky Luke
In the barn you can enjoy a cold beer in the worlds longest bar at Reipå – the Lucky Luke bar, or you can watch a football match or a romantic movie on screen using the barn’s monitor. Notice; BYO – Bring your own bottle, the property does not sell food or alcohol.
You might also enjoy a glass of wine or an ice-cold beer, and perhaps a delicious cigar beyond the light hours of the Midnight Sun on the terrace – or be fascinated by the magical autumn light that colors the surrounding mountains in a romantic autumn splendor before the Northern Lights later the same day seduces you with its merry green dance across the night sky as darkness falls.
If you have children, they can frolic out in the yard or in the barn among many old treasures and create their own little adventurous world, free from computer games and SOME, or hunt foxes and hares, or carve birdhouses. Villa Reipå is an adventurous place for both young and old.
You can rent Villa Reipå all year. This little paradise offers equally good experiences whether you like to spend your summer holiday to enjoy the beautiful midnight sun, or winter holiday to explore the magical northern lights. A visit to beautiful Meløy at Easter holidays or in the autumn, are also recommended. By next winter, the plan is to have the first Nordlys igloo ready for rental.
Also in its winter splendor, the northern part of Norway is a fantastic place to visit. If you want to experience authentic cod fishing in Lofoten, you need to visit Lofoten between January and April. But you do not have to travel to the islands of Lofoten. Meløy’s location is 1 hour and 40 minutes south of the city Bodø, and we can see straight across the ocean into the Lofoten Wall from our coastline.
So of course, you will get good fishing experiences all year round, also from the mainland, with or without a boat.
The Meløy Alps and the ocean invite you to activities and experiences all year, and the chalk-white beaches are open 24/7 for a swim even in winter if you dare. Or how about a kayak trip in the realm of sea eagles and whales? The Arctic Coast is a paradise for those who want on an authentic ride on two or four wheels. Life is short – let yourself be surprised by this part of Norway´s wonderful landscape and many possibilities.
Bodø – the European Capital of Culture in 2024. You can experience small festivals all year in this part of Norway; like art, literature, music, wine/beer and food festivals, as well as yoga, fishing and boat trips and mountain hikes.
One of the world’s most epic roads
Perhaps your adventure starts here, on one of the world’s most epic roads – the Norwegian Scenic Route Helgelandskysten. Or maybe you want to follow the original coastal route – the highway of the seas – and go island hopping, with or without a bike? It’s easy to find a ferry in Norway: Find routes, check departure times, and get traffic reports, all in one place, on the Norwegian Public Roads Administration (Statens Vegvesen) website. Some terminals also have webcams that show if there are any queues.
UNESCO’s World Heritage List
The adventurous Helgeland lies like an elongated paradise in the southern part of Nordland. You will find mountains almost 2,000 meters high, and the coastline is one of the world’s most beautiful island kingdoms with a unique coastal culture protected by the UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
You will discover wilderness and glaciers, a fantastic archipelago with deep fjords surrounded by fairytale mountains. If this is not enough, on this coastline you will also find some of Norway’s most exciting eateries that offer short-traveled food and local ingredients, all prepared with care and love for the profession.
When the food is served at eateries full of history, charm and soul in beautiful and breathtaking surroundings, it really gives you a good, tasty and unforgettable experience. In other words – the coast of Helgeland offers you a wonderful experience if you are interested in nature, culture, history, and good food experiences.
Reipå, which is the northernmost village in Meløy, lies only 1.5 hours south of the city Bodø and can be easily reached from the north and south via the coastal road E17, as well as boat, bus and Salten seaplane, which are recommended if you really want to enjoy a wonderful experience.
Grandma´s House at Reipå is a lot easier to access than the Lofoten islands, which can be viewed from the mainland on clear days. You will find facilities and services such as a grocery store, building materials, car supplies, a hairdresser and a pleasant environmental café with a second-hand shop, and if you drive five minutes to Ørnes center you will find facilities such as a liquor store and you might want to by shrimp directly from the boat.
The village consists of beautiful, elongated meadows, world-class chalk-white beaches and high, majestic mountains that invite you to wonderful summit hikes and not least the idyllic Reipå River, which meanders through the valley and offers several nice swimming spots and fishing opportunities for salmon and trout.
Activities and experiences
Villa Reipå is surrounded by untouched nature and rich wildlife. Moose, fox, and hares are always a pleasant and cheerful sight, and perhaps you will see a reindeer grazing just outside. It is conceivable that the owl will keep you company when you are sitting on the terrace, and perhaps you will also see the eagle, while the snipe makes itself known with its subtle sounds.
If you like fishing, the ocean is close by, but you might also enjoy fishing in the Reipå streams, which consists of Svartvatnet, Markvatnet and the Reipå River that borders the property. Both salmon and sea trout are fished here. At Markvatnet you will find a nice barbecue area, a beautiful beach and opportunities to rent a boat.
Several farms and an active riding environment leave their mark on this small and idyllic village, as so does the beautiful nature. This idyllic village offers great opportunities for activities both in the mountains and at sea, and by fishing lakes that are both high and low in the terrain. If you want sightseeing and sports activities, or a trip to a festival, you are just a few clicks away.
If you are interested in exciting geology, Lahko National Park is probably something for you, and in Corbel’s canyon you can see traces of the caves below the ground. The reindeer use the area as pasture and in the many limestone lakes both fish and birds thrive.
Or how about a fast-paced RIB trip to look for whales? Perhaps a quiet kayak trip between the thousand islands in the beautiful archipelago is more tempting, or would you like to try a magical peak trip in the beautiful Meløyalps – or how about a hike on the glacier of Svartisen? If you prefer to visit galleries and good food experiences, you will find that too. Your choice – your pleasures.
Here is an overview of great websites that show you what you can experience on the Helgeland coast and in Meløy.
Live your life through joy, generosity and love – then the world becomes a better place to be for all of us.
Shortly about me/this blog – I am an author, journalist, artist, sommelier and traveller that have experienced a lot of beautiful places all over our amazing world. I have written articles for several magazines for more than three decades, and have written over 30 books, including more than 20 on the subject of wine. You can read my travel tips here – and my books can be found on Amazon, among other places.
If you want to cooperate, please feel free to contact me at: truhole@hotmail.no
Please join this blog if you like, by clicking the FOLLOW icon on the right. If you wan´t to add me at SOME or see my art or buy my books or wine courses – please do so. You will find all my SOME sites at linktr.ee/trudehelenhole. Thank you, and have a beautiful day with a lot of love and laughter.
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Magical northern lights and beautiful midnight sun, high mountain peaks, chalk white beaches and crystal clear sea. Now you can rent my little paradise on the coast of Helgeland
#unforgettable
Helgeland – the The fairy tale of Nordland
Does magical northern lights and beautiful midnight sun, high mountain peaks, chalk white beaches and crystal clear sea, and a warm bath in the outdoor bathtub with a whisky in your hand while the moose graze nearby seems alluring to you? Then my wonderful place – Villa Reipå in Meløy is the right place for you whether you are 5, 25 or 50 years old or more.
You might feel like a cowboy enjoying the bathtub in the yard after a magical mountain hike or a lucrative fishing trip. Or how about a glass of wine on the terrace while the children carve a bird box in the barn, or a joyful swim in the river which borders the property? This charming ranch will provide an unforgettable experience whether you are traveling with children, friends or a lover.
Just as beautiful, but easier to access than Lofoten
The beautiful coast and the picturesque Meløy Alps are just as beautiful and spectacular as Lofoten, but with less queues, stress and tourists – and better accessibility. The majestic mountains invite you to wonderful summit hikes in one of Norway’s most beautiful natural areas. In fact, the Meløy Alps offers some of the wildest off-piste skiing in Northern Norway, so this holiday destination offers great experiences all year round.
Magical northern light and midnight sun
With sparkling fjords lacing its coastline and dramatic mountains towering over chalk-white beaches and crystal-green seas, Norway could rightfully claim to be one of the world’s most beautiful countries. You’ll discover dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches, and traditional fishing villages, and in summertime – sun 24/7. In both autumn and winter, you will experience the magical northern lights, which are an unforgettable experience.
You will experience ocean breeze and weather-beaten docks. Mountains that soar above the deep blue sea. Salty flavours and pure natural ingredients. The light that makes the colours sharp and bright. You’ll feel how the northern spirit pleases your soul, so it is quite romantic as well, so what are you waiting for?
About Villa Reipå, or Grandma´s house
Only three minutes from the ocean you will find Villa Reipå, an idyllic farmhouse located on a large, sunny and unashamed property close to the village’s beautiful river and lake. The property has a barn with a bar and lounge, as well as an outdoor shower and bathtub in the yard. GoogleMap.
A nice warm bath in the outdoor bathtub or an outdoor shower while the moose graze nearby is an exotic experience. You might also bring shampoo and a towel, and stroll down to the beautiful river with chalky white sandy bottom that borders the plot to take a bath there. It is highly recommended.
In the idyllic main house you will find four lovely bedrooms with beds for seven people as well as a cozy kitchen and a spacious living room with a fireplace. If it rains, you might lighten the fireplace and read a good book. Perhaps one of the owner and author herself. On the stone steps facing south you might enjoy a steaming fresh morning coffee while the rest of the world comes to life. Surrounded by peaceful and idyllic nature, your soul will be both happy and grateful.
Live like Lucky Luke
In the barn you can enjoy a cold beer in the worlds longest bar at Reipå – the Lucky Luke bar, or you can watch a football match or a romantic movie on screen using the barn’s monitor. Notice; BYO – Bring your own bottle, the property does not sell food or alcohol.
You might also enjoy a glass of wine or an ice-cold beer, and perhaps a delicious cigar beyond the light hours of the Midnight Sun on the terrace – or be fascinated by the magical autumn light that colors the surrounding mountains in a romantic autumn splendor before the Northern Lights later the same day seduces you with its merry green dance across the night sky as darkness falls.
If you have children, they can frolic out in the yard or in the barn among many old treasures and create their own little adventurous world, free from computer games and SOME, or hunt foxes and hares, or carve birdhouses. Villa Reipå is an adventurous place for both young and old.
You can rent Villa Reipå all year. This little paradise offers equally good experiences whether you like to spend your summer holiday to enjoy the beautiful midnight sun, or winter holiday to explore the magical northern lights. A visit to beautiful Meløy at Easter holidays or in the autumn, are also recommended. By next winter, the plan is to have the first Nordlys igloo ready for rental.
Authentic vacation with a good location
Also in its winter splendor, the northern part of Norway is a fantastic place to visit. If you want to experience authentic cod fishing in Lofoten, you need to visit Lofoten between January and April. But you do not have to travel to the islands of Lofoten. Meløy’s location is 1 hour and 40 minutes south of the city Bodø, and we can see straight across the ocean into the Lofoten Wall from our coastline.
The Meløy Alps and the ocean invite you to activities and experiences all year, and the chalk-white beaches are open 24/7 for a swim even in winter if you dare. Or how about a kayak trip in the realm of sea eagles and whales? The Arctic Coast is a paradise for those who want on an authentic ride on two or four wheels. Life is short – let yourself be surprised by this part of Norway´s wonderful landscape and many possibilities.
Bodø – the European Capital of Culture in 2024. You can experience small festivals all year in this part of Norway; like art, literature, music, wine/beer and food festivals, as well as yoga, fishing and boat trips and mountain hikes.
One of the world’s most epic roads
Perhaps your adventure starts here, on one of the world’s most epic roads – the Norwegian Scenic Route Helgelandskysten. Or maybe you want to follow the original coastal route – the highway of the seas – and go island hopping, with or without a bike? It’s easy to find a ferry in Norway: Find routes, check departure times, and get traffic reports, all in one place, on the Norwegian Public Roads Administration (Statens Vegvesen) website. Some terminals also have webcams that show if there are any queues.
UNESCO’s World Heritage List
The adventurous Helgeland lies like an elongated paradise in the southern part of Nordland. You will find mountains almost 2,000 meters high, and the coastline is one of the world’s most beautiful island kingdoms with a unique coastal culture protected by the UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
You will discover wilderness and glaciers, a fantastic archipelago with deep fjords surrounded by fairytale mountains. If this is not enough, on this coastline you will also find some of Norway’s most exciting eateries that offer short-traveled food and local ingredients, all prepared with care and love for the profession.
When the food is served at eateries full of history, charm and soul in beautiful and breathtaking surroundings, it really gives you a good, tasty and unforgettable experience. In other words – the coast of Helgeland offers you a wonderful experience if you are interested in nature, culture, history, and good food experiences.
Explore and se wonderful videos from Helgeland right here.
How to get here
Reipå, which is the northernmost village in Meløy, lies only 1.5 hours south of the city Bodø and can be easily reached from the north and south via the coastal road E17, as well as boat, bus and Salten seaplane, which are recommended if you really want to enjoy a wonderful experience.
Grandma´s House at Reipå is a lot easier to access than the Lofoten islands, which can be viewed from the mainland on clear days. You will find facilities and services such as a grocery store, building materials, car supplies, a hairdresser and a pleasant environmental café with a second-hand shop, and if you drive five minutes to Ørnes center you will find facilities such as a liquor store and you might want to by shrimp directly from the boat.
The village consists of beautiful, elongated meadows, world-class chalk-white beaches and high, majestic mountains that invite you to wonderful summit hikes and not least the idyllic Reipå River, which meanders through the valley and offers several nice swimming spots and fishing opportunities for salmon and trout.
Activities and experiences
Villa Reipå is surrounded by untouched nature and rich wildlife. Moose, fox, and hares are always a pleasant and cheerful sight, and perhaps you will see a reindeer grazing just outside. It is conceivable that the owl will keep you company when you are sitting on the terrace, and perhaps you will also see the eagle, while the snipe makes itself known with its subtle sounds.
If you like fishing, the ocean is close by, but you might also enjoy fishing in the Reipå streams, which consists of Svartvatnet, Markvatnet and the Reipå River that borders the property. Both salmon and sea trout are fished here. At Markvatnet you will find a nice barbecue area, a beautiful beach and opportunities to rent a boat.
Several farms and an active riding environment leave their mark on this small and idyllic village, as so does the beautiful nature. This idyllic village offers great opportunities for activities both in the mountains and at sea, and by fishing lakes that are both high and low in the terrain. If you want sightseeing and sports activities, or a trip to a festival, you are just a few clicks away.
If you are interested in exciting geology, Lahko National Park is probably something for you, and in Corbel’s canyon you can see traces of the caves below the ground. The reindeer use the area as pasture and in the many limestone lakes both fish and birds thrive.
Or how about a fast-paced RIB trip to look for whales? Perhaps a quiet kayak trip between the thousand islands in the beautiful archipelago is more tempting, or would you like to try a magical peak trip in the beautiful Meløyalps – or how about a hike on the glacier of Svartisen? If you prefer to visit galleries and good food experiences, you will find that too. Your choice – your pleasures.
Here is an overview of great websites that show you what you can experience on the Helgeland coast and in Meløy.
Visit Helgeland – Visit Norway – Helgeland – Myrvoll Kulturgård – Selsøyvik
If you want to rent this northern paradise, then contact; trude@newspirit.no
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Yours sincerely Trude Helén Hole
Norwegian author, journalist, sommelier, lecturer & artist
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