Ottersjö säteri, Historic estate in Dagsås parish, Varberg, Sweden
Ottersjö säteri is a historic estate in Dagsås parish near Varberg with a main building constructed around 1800 in a traditional longhouse design. The property includes several agricultural buildings alongside the residence and reflects the typical layout of a Swedish rural estate with structures for different functions.
The estate was first documented in 1592 when it fell under Danish crown taxation and gained official säteri status in 1725. This progression marks its growing importance within the Swedish land system during periods of significant regional changes.
The name derives from otters that once inhabited nearby waters on the grounds. The buildings reflect rural Swedish building traditions with features typical of Halland estates from centuries past.
The property is accessible by road and situated in a rural setting ideal for visitors interested in traditional Swedish architecture and rural life. The best time to visit is during warmer months when the surrounding grounds and outdoor areas are fully accessible.
The estate was established as a family association in 1916, originally created to provide care for a family member named Martin Holmdahl. Today nearly 1,000 members collectively maintain and steward the property together.
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