Säby gård, Manor house in Jakobsberg, Sweden
Säby gård is a manor house in Jakobsberg with a two-story central section and low stone wings painted in pale yellow. The property includes several historic outbuildings that reflect the layout of a traditional Swedish country estate.
The manor was built in the 1650s under architect Nicodemus Tessin the Elder, with Schering Rosenhane overseeing construction. This period marked significant architectural transformation in Sweden influenced by Dutch and French design traditions.
The estate takes its name from the old settlement history of the region. Visitors can experience how rural life functioned by exploring the historic farm buildings, especially through the granary that now operates as a seasonal cafe.
The main building currently houses a Waldorf preschool and educational programs for local families. Visitors can access the property through the summer cafe in the historic granary to explore the grounds.
During renovations in December 1993, workers found ancient Latin texts hidden in the building's stairwell, suggesting earlier scholarly or religious use. The discovery hints that the property may have had deeper connections to 17th century intellectual circles.
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