Celebrate the New Year in peace and quiet. Do you dream of a different kind of New Year’s celebration? Perhaps a New Year’s without big parties, crowds, and a bunch of “must-dos.” A New Year’s where you have time for each other, cook a really delicious dinner, and wake up on New Year’s Day surrounded by the forest and nature. At Smålandstorpet, in the heart of the Småland forest, […]
Category Archives: Winter
Spas, long lunches, art, the forest, and some of our own November favorites November may not have the best reputation of the twelve months of the year. It gets dark early, the leaves have fallen, and Christmas hasn’t quite started yet. But we actually enjoy this time of year in Småland. The forest grows quieter, the pace slows down, and […]
Our Top Picks for Christmas Markets in 2026 As fall turns to winter, Christmas markets begin to pop up all over Småland. Historic settings are filled with lanterns, artisans sell pottery, sheepskin, and woodcrafts, and the air is filled with the scent of mulled wine, saffron buns, and fir branches. If you’re staying with us at Smålandstorpet, there are several wonderful Christmas outings to choose from. Here we’ve compiled a list of markets […]
A Romantic Weekend in Småland – 11 Tips: Forest romance, time for two, and a couple of days away from everyday life. What really makes a weekend romantic? Rose petals on the bed, sparkling champagne, or a dinner for two at a really nice restaurant? Or maybe something much simpler: getting away together, closing the door on everyday life, and enjoying a […]
Seven Excursions for Those Who Want to Discover More of Småland The great thing about staying at Smålandstorpet is that nature begins right outside your door. Here, you can lace up your hiking boots after breakfast and head straight out onto our own trails through the forest. But there’s also plenty to discover a little further away. Within […]




