A Renovated 1920s Forest Guardian’s Cottage near the Vasaloppet Ski Track for $190,000

Built in 1923 as a forester’s residence for the Alm family, this home carries with it a deep connection to the history of Evertsberg and the surrounding forests. Nearly a century later, it has been thoughtfully renovated with great care, preserving the character and craftsmanship of its original construction.

The traditional timber frame, wooden panelling, and classic tiled roof remain intact, complemented by period single-glazed windows fitted with removable interior panes in winter to ensure comfort without compromising authenticity.

Its location in the heart of Evertsberg adds another remarkable dimension to the home’s story. The house stands just about 200 meters from the Vasaloppet ski track and the village hall checkpoint, placing it at the centre of one of Sweden’s most celebrated traditions. Mora lies approximately 45 kilometres away, while Sälen is about 50 kilometres from the property.

The home was completed only a year after the very first Vasaloppet race was organised in 1922. The nearby street name reflects its closeness to the historic ski route, where the world’s oldest and largest cross-country ski race is held every year.

The race commemorates the legendary escape of Gustav Vasa from Danish soldiers in the winter of 1520–1521, and the area’s historical atmosphere remains palpable today.

Inside, the house offers a rare sense of atmosphere. Four working fireplaces provide both warmth and a welcoming glow throughout the colder months, reinforcing the home’s historic charm.

Two of these fireplaces are particularly striking: a wood-burning stove on the entrance floor and an original fireplace upstairs, both visible and central to the living spaces they warm.

In 2023, a new kitchen was installed. In connection with the kitchen renovation, new electrical wiring was installed, and the electrical panel was replaced.

The entrance floor is arranged for everyday living and gathering. Here, two living rooms provide generous space for relaxation and entertaining, alongside a kitchen, bathroom, hall, and a practical secondary entrance from the garden grove.

Light has always been central to the design of the house. Built in the 1920s, when bright, airy homes were increasingly valued, the building’s wide footprint allows for large, well-proportioned rooms.

The broad windows on the upper floor fill the interiors with natural daylight, maintaining the sense of openness that was so appreciated at the time.

Architecturally, the house reflects a fascinating moment in design history. The style stands with one foot in the rich decorative traditions of the 19th century and the other moving toward the simplicity of early functionalism.

This transition is visible in details throughout the home: the hall still features beautifully profiled door frames typical of earlier craftsmanship, while the reception rooms introduce smoother, more restrained linings with soft curves that hint at the modern styles that would soon follow.

Upstairs, a spacious living room with a working fireplace forms the heart of the upper floor, offering room for a comfortable sitting area.

Two large bedrooms and a separate toilet complete the floor, while the house’s distinctive broken roof, a hipped mansard, ensures generous ceiling height and surprisingly spacious rooms even on the upper level.

The property includes not only the main house but also an outbuilding, a garden, and an underground cellar, offering both practical storage and additional potential.

The house is listed for sale at Kulturarvs Specialisterna.