About Söderfors Manor
Welcome to Söderfors Herrgård—a historic manor house dating back to around 1690, beautifully situated on the Dalälven River and now developed into a resort. Here, cultural heritage meets modern comfort, with a hotel, spa, restaurant, bar, and conference center that together create a unique experience.
History of Söderfors Manor
The main building at Söderfors Manor was built around 1690 and has evolved from a historic ironworks manor into a modern hotel that still preserves the site’s character and history.
Today, we offer our guests a unique stay in a historic setting with modern amenities. The main building still features preserved ceiling paintings dating from around 1700. Söderfors Ironworks was founded in 1676 by Claes Depken—later ennobled as Anckarström—to manufacture anchors for the Swedish navy. During the Grill family’s tenure, the ironworks expanded significantly, and while many Swedish ironworks have since disappeared, Söderfors continues to thrive as an active industrial town where ironworking still clearly shapes the community and its surroundings to this day.
From Forge to Hospitality
The Söderfors ironworks was established in 1676 to manufacture anchors for the Swedish navy. Over time, both the ironworks and the manor house complex evolved, and today hotel guests can still experience the historic setting and the site’s distinct industrial character in Söderfors.
Architectural Heritage and Modern Comfort
The main building, in the Carolingian style, was erected around 1690 and remodeled during the 18th century; Carl Hårleman was likely involved in the manor’s later design and the construction of its square wings.
The Widows' House – A Symbol of Care and Support
The Widows’ Home was built in 1776 when Anna Johanna Grill the Elder owned Söderfors. The home was established to improve housing conditions for the mill’s widows, and single women with children were also given the opportunity to live there. The building thus became an important part of the mill community’s social responsibility and welfare efforts.
Foundation of the manor
The manor house was built around 1690 and became a central part of the Söderfors ironworks, which had been founded in 1676 to manufacture anchors for the Swedish navy.
Development Under Claes Grill
Claes Grill, a businessman, shipowner, and director of the Swedish East India Company, purchased the Söderfors ironworks in 1748 and became its sole owner in 1750. Under the Grill family, an extensive expansion of the ironworks began, with both architectural and industrial changes that shaped the well-preserved ironworks setting we still see today in Söderfors.
The old cruciform church in Söderfors is destroyed by fire
The old wooden church in Söderfors was destroyed by fire in 1789. Planning for a new, larger stone church had already begun, and construction started that same year based on designs by court architect Erik Palmstedt. The new church was built in the Neoclassical style and consecrated in 1792. The church still contains artifacts linked to the older cruciform church, making the building an important part of Söderfors’s historic and cultural industrial landscape and a vivid reminder of the area’s long history spanning several generations.
The historic inn opens
Gamla Värdshuset was built in 1802 near the manor house and became an important gathering place in the ironworks community. It featured, among other things, a large hall, a store, a tavern, and guest rooms. The building served as an inn until 1872 and was subsequently put to other uses in Söderfors.
Honoring our heritage today
Today, our conference hotel and resort invites guests to experience Söderfors’ vibrant industrial history while enjoying modern comforts in a historic setting. We offer private historical walking tours upon request.
Our accommodation at Söderfors Herrgård
Discover the charm of our unique accommodations, set around our historic manor house. Each building has its own character and offers different amenities, perfect for both relaxation and new experiences. Here you’ll find the perfect place to stay, whether you’re looking for total relaxation, a romantic weekend, or an inspiring venue for your next event.
The manor
The manor house features hotel rooms, a restaurant, and a bar, where history and elegance come together in a timeless setting adorned with historic ceiling murals. Here, guests can enjoy first-class accommodations in 15 renovated hotel rooms and fine dining with beautiful views of the manor grounds and the mighty Dalälven River right outside the building.
Brukshuset
A charming wing with 10 hotel rooms and a spa, perfect for guests seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. Here you can enjoy a soothing atmosphere and spa treatments in an intimate setting. The sauna suite offers a beautiful view of the apple orchard. The attic floor features charming rooms with exposed ceiling beams, and the entire building exudes a historic charm.
The Anchor House
This charming wing offers 9 newly renovated and comfortable rooms, surrounded by the historic farmstead setting at Herrgården. Perfect for guests seeking a peaceful and cozy atmosphere. Our lovely wedding suite, the Ankar Suite, features two rooms with a private sauna and bathtub for an especially comfortable and relaxing stay at Herrgården.
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Paradise
The Paradiset Wing features 11 renovated and charming hotel rooms, where modern comfort meets a warm and cozy atmosphere. An ideal place for guests seeking a peaceful, relaxing stay.
Grillska House
An elegant venue for private events, conferences, and weddings. With its spacious Grillska Banquet Hall, it is ideal for both festive occasions and professional meetings, all set against the beautiful backdrop of the manor. Grillska Huset features four large banquet halls as well as a historic wine cellar for private wine tastings. In the eastern wing, there is a gym for the manor’s guests. It was here that Adolf Ulric Grill built a natural history cabinet in 1796 to house collections of birds, fish, mammals, rocks, and shells, which grew during his lifetime.
Discover the attractions of Söderfors
Our hotel not only offers comfortable accommodation, but also invites guests to enjoy the unique halls and views of our complex. Walks in the picturesque garden, tennis, pickleball, our private beach, game room, relaxation in the spa and sauna boat, meals overlooking the lake and active entertainment - there is something for everyone.
Ask us about local activities such as forest driving at Tierps Arena, the ski slope in Söderfors, cross-country skiing and jogging trails. Within 30 minutes driving time there is golf, castles, Mackmyra Swedish whisky tours and Viking history.
Söderfors church
The church, located near the manor house, is a symbol of spiritual and cultural heritage - perfect for peaceful walks and meditation. Ask us for a tour.
Picturesque walks by the lake
Enjoy the picturesque landscape during a leisurely walk along the lake in all seasons. The perfect place to relax outdoors and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Cozy cottages by the water
Get in touch with nature by staying in small cabins by the lake. This is a unique opportunity to spend time in peace and quiet, surrounded by forest and water.
The service house has all the amenities for camping with showers, WC, sauna and kitchen. Kiosk, Tennis and swimming are available.
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Restaurant overlooking the river
Treat yourself to a gourmet meal in our restaurant with panoramic views of the Dalälven River. The unique 17th-century baroque paintings in the dining room add an extra dimension of history and culture.
Book a private floating sauna
Relax in our Finnish wood-fired sauna. The perfect place to relax and enjoy the tranquility of the lake. Spectacular sunsets over the beautiful lake are to be experienced in all seasons.
Active semester
Enjoy a dip in the pool, in the lake or a game of tennis or padel. A great way to enjoy time and take care of your health.