Kärsö gård, Manor house in Ekerö Municipality, Sweden.
Kärsö gård is a manor house on a peninsula in Långtarmen in Mälaren, with a main building and several outbuildings including a gazebo, dove house, and bathhouse. The complex displays a typical layout combining the residence with functional structures.
The property was founded in 1287 and passed through several owners including the church before being acquired by the crown during the Reformation. The visible structures today took their current form in the 18th century.
The property reflects Swedish building traditions through its various structures that show design choices from different periods. You can see how each building adds to the overall character of the ensemble.
The property sits on a peninsula with good water access and surrounding landscape views. The location offers pathways through the surrounding fields and forests for visitors to explore.
Medieval masonry survives in the basement, revealing that the site was inhabited long before the current buildings appeared. These hidden remains show how the land has been continuously used across many centuries.
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