Spacious Swedish Country Home on 2.9 Hectares with Pond, Outbuildings & Privacy Near Älmhult for Sale



Fälhult Roteminnet 1, 343 90 Älmhult, Sweden, Älmhult (Sweden)
3 Bedrooms · 1 Bathrooms · 100m² Floor area
€155,000
House
No parking
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
100m²
Garden
No pool
Not furnished
Description
Alright, let me try and get this all down for you—it's been another crazzy busy week with showings and calls, but I really want to give you, the international buyers, a proper look at this property in Älmhult, Sweden. I know alot of you are looking for something authentic, a good place to settle down, maybe with enough space for some projects, garden, or even just finally have a spot to breath a little out in the Swedish countryside—well, here’s one that honestly hits a lot of the boxes, and I’d say, it's pretty rare these days for the price.
So, this house at Fälhult Roteminnet 1 is actually just outside of Älmhult, which itself is known internationally, mostly because of IKEA but also because it's a bit of a hub for expats, researchers, people working in design and tech, and families who just want to be near the forests and lakes here but not tooo far from services. The house itself sits on a pretty generous bit of land, just over 2.9 hectares (which is about 29,120 sqm!), so you actually get a lot of privacy, and if you got kids or are looking at spending time outside, it’s not just a postage stamp of a garden – this is the real countryside.
Let me give you a walk through. The house dates back to 1922 – so yes, you get that older Swedish country house thing, high ceilings, big windows (so the light gets in, which is sooo important because, yes, winters here are pretty long and dark, but summers are the opposite, just endless light). There’s three main bedrooms, which works for most famillies, or you could obviously use one for a home office if you need to (as a lot of people working remote these days do).
You have a main livingroom that’s actually large enough for family get togethers but also cozy enough if you just want to relax after work. Kitchen is decent, with proper space for actual meal preparation and not just show – I've seen too many kitchens lately that look great but you can't even chop more than one carrot at a time. There's also one main bathroom, which is practical but if you've got a big family you might, in the future, consider putting one more in—there’s space to do something if you’re into renovating or even just updating things over time.
One of the big things with this property is the land and the outdoors. There’s a small pond on site—it's not huge but it is definitely nice for a picnic, or just to sit by in the summer. The garden is...well, it’s a lot of yard work if you want a fancy show garden, but for most it's more about having space for kids or pets to run around, or just enjoying the quiet. You could easily start a veggie patch, maybe even have a few animals if you’re into that sort of thing. There are also a few outbuildings, they’re functional – think general Swedish shed/garage style – maybe not a pretty Instagram barn, but absolutely practical for tools, bikes, hobby stuff, even a small workshop if that's your thing.
Some local info, since I know how important that is for buyers from abroad: Älmhult is pretty typical rural Sweden in that it’s calm, clean, and safe. There’s a good international school, local healthcare is solid, transport is ok—you’ve got the main train station which links you north towards the bigger cities like Växjö or Malmö, and there’s always busses. Supermarkets, restaurants, and even a few bakeries/cafés are in town. If you’re outdoorsy, you’re literally surrounded by woods and lakes—swimming in summer, fishing, hiking, typical stuff. Winters, honestly, it can get pretty cold, lots of snow sometimes, so if you’re from southern Europe, it is an adjustment but the house has a solid heating system and the Swedes know how to deal with cold weather.
Let’s talk about what it’s really like to live here. Life’s pretty peaceful, you get your privacy and space. It’s more about nature than nightlife here, though you can always go into town for a dinner or a drink on a Friday. This is a place to slow down a bit, let kids (or yourself) get muddy, learn to garden, maybe finally try out keeping chickens or just spend Saturday’s on DIY projects. The neighbours are around, but you’ll hardly see them unless you make an effort.
About the house itself, its in good shape – I won’t say it’s new, because it’s not, but the core stuff is well kept, electricity, roof, windows, heating, all that. Sure, over time you might want to refresh paint, swap out a kitchen cupboard or bathroom fixture, but you’re not walking into a reno project here, its liveable and ready to go.
Summing up, honestly, for families, couples, or even single buyers looking for an escape from the city with decent amenities nearby, it’s a smart buy. Not the fanciest house in Sweden, but trustworthy, a ton of land, real Swedish country living. And the price compared to international standards—well, you’re getting alot for your money.
Some quick features:
- 3 bedrooms (flexible use)
- 1 bathroom
- 100 sqm living space
- Built 1922
- Expansive 29,120 sqm land
- Pond on the property
- Several outbuildings for storage/workshop
- Proper sized kitchen
- Well maintained heating system
- Ample parking space
- Quiet location, low local traffic
- Strong expat/international community nearby
- Good school and healthcare access
- Nature at your doorstep
So if you’re looking at making the Swedish move for a new start, or maybe just want your own patch of green to call home, this is well worth a look. If you want more info, want a video walkaround, or even help with the paperwork (I know moving countries is not simple), just drop me a message. I’ll try to get back to you soon, even if I'm out with other buyers or on the road again!
Details
- Amount of bedrooms
- 3
- Size
- 100m²
- Price per m²
- €1,550
- Garden size
- 29120m²
- Has Garden
- Yes
- Has Parking
- No
- Has Basement
- No
- Condition
- good
- Amount of Bathrooms
- 1
- Has swimming pool
- No
- Property type
- House
- Energy label
Unknown
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