A Lakeside Former Mission House in the Småland Forests – $235,000

Set in the rolling hills just outside the Skurugata nature reserve, this remarkable former mission house in the village of Skurugata offers a rare blend of history, scale, and serenity.

Deep Småland forests embrace the property, while the shimmering waters of Lake Stensjön and its small, inviting beach are only about 200 meters away.

Privately owned since 1992, the building has been thoughtfully transformed into an extraordinary home where generous spaces and original character coexist beautifully. At its heart lies an impressive open kitchen, dining, and living area of approximately 110 m², designed for both everyday life and memorable gatherings.

The kitchen offers abundant work surfaces, elegant display cabinets, and a unique nod to the building’s past: the original pulpit, now reimagined as a charming interior detail. Most appliances were updated between 2021 and 2023, ensuring modern comfort within a timeless setting.

The entrance hall welcomes you with a tiled floor and practical storage beneath the stairs. Straight ahead, a former self-contained “apartment” now provides two versatile rooms, complete with a wood-burning stove, ideal for guests, a home office, or creative pursuits.

To the right, tall double doors open into the grand main hall, where the sense of space is immediate and striking. The living area easily accommodates a large seating group centered on a beautiful, efficient tiled stove that adds warmth and atmosphere.

On the ground floor, you’ll also find a fresh, spa-like bathroom featuring a shower, sauna, and relaxation area, as well as a separate guest toilet. A boiler room houses the ground-source heat pump, providing efficient, comfortable heating throughout the home. From the main living spaces, there is direct access to a sheltered patio and the garden beyond, perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living.

Upstairs, the journey begins with a large storage area located in the former church gallery. A few steps further lead to the upper floor proper, where four bedrooms await. Three are generously sized, while the fourth is truly expansive, offering endless possibilities. A spacious family bathroom with a corner bathtub completes this level.

The grounds are as thoughtfully composed as the house itself. An older, traditional outbuilding provides a woodshed, ample storage, and a cozy furnished “outdoor room” with space for a long table, ideal for crayfish parties and festive summer evenings.

The garden is beautifully landscaped into a series of distinct outdoor “rooms,” patios, and planting areas, with plenty of space for gardening and relaxation. Down by the lake, a barge/raft with an electric motor is included in the purchase, inviting peaceful excursions on the water.

The house is listed for sale at Fastighetsbyrån.