Lyckås

Lyckås is a manor house complex in Jönköping featuring a two-story stone building designed in Renaissance style with symmetrical facades and traditional Swedish architectural details. The property includes outbuildings and courtyards alongside the main residence, reflecting the typical layout of a country estate from the 1800s.

The main building was completed in 1863 under the direction of Major General Count Jakob Essen Hamilton. It then remained in the hands of various Swedish aristocratic families for generations to follow.

The estate displays how Swedish nobility designed their homes and organized family and farming life together on the countryside. The buildings and courtyards today show how these rural properties functioned as unified communities.

The site is a protected heritage location that maintains the original structure of the estate layout. Visitors can explore the buildings and their arrangement to understand how these rural properties were organized.

The property maintained its original purpose as both a noble residence and an active farm, which set it apart from many other manor houses. This dual function allowed agricultural work to coexist directly with the family living spaces.

Location: Jönköping Municipality

Inception: 1863

GPS coordinates: 57.88000,14.34900

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:42