Florence Stephens, the last owner, was the subject of one of Sweden's most famous legal cases, which exposed how she was swindled by financial advisors.
The estate was one of the first in Sweden to install electric lighting, powered by its own hydroelectric plant.
The site contains the Huseby Glass Museum, displaying a collection of historical Swedish glassware.
The manor house contains a unique collection of personal belongings, including original correspondence and fashion, largely untouched since the early 1900s.
The ironworks production at the site ceased in 1930, marking the end of the industrial era for the manor.
The estate grounds feature a preserved worker's cottage reflecting the social divide between the manor owners and laborers.
Huseby Bruk is a 19th-century industrial estate in Småland, Sweden, centered around a historic manor and ironworks. The site gained notoriety in the 20th century due to the 'Huseby scandal,' which led to the legal incompetence declaration of Florence Stephens, the estate's final owner. The manor house preserves original 19th-century interiors, including wallpaper and furnishings preserved since the 1920s. The estate features an operational water-powered sawmill, a grain mill, and a forge. Its history spans centuries, transitioning from an ironworks founded in the 17th century to a showcase of aristocratic estate life. The grounds include large English-style gardens, a glass museum, and a visitor center. It remains one of the best-preserved examples of an industrial manorial estate in Northern Europe.
The view of the white manor house from across the bridge over the Mörrumsån river.
Wear sturdy walking shoes to navigate the gravel paths and garden terrain effectively.
Check the event calendar online before arriving, as the site hosts seasonal markets and craft festivals.
Allocate extra time to explore the river banks surrounding the manor house.
Do not attempt to walk through restricted areas of the forest, as the estate covers a vast, sometimes unmanaged, landscape.
The estate operates with seasonal opening schedules; generally fully open from spring to autumn, with reduced access to interior buildings during winter.
Maintain silence inside the manor house and do not touch historical textiles or furniture.
