Wellness holiday in Småland – Wellness directly by the lake
When we left for our trip to Smaland in Sweden, we already suspected that we were there one or the other great sauna Or occasionally discover a beautiful spa. The new wellness area at the Hooks Herrgard estate hotel in Smaland (a good hour's drive south of Jönköping) took our breath away. Imagine: several pools with different water temperatures where you can cool off after a sauna session. And the best part: from each one, you have a direct view of the lake in front of the hotel. Add to that the tranquility of the lake, from which only the occasional hollow call of a great crested loon echoes to the shore. Wellness by the lake has never been better!
Wellness area with lake view – These offers await you for wellness by the lake
The wellness area of the Gutshotels is the reason why we recommend you to stay in this hotel. Bring enough time for that! We took half a day for our visit to the spa area of the hotel, which was too short. We could just enjoy the two saunas and the different pools. There was no time for a spa treatment. There are various treatment options, including for couples, which we would have liked.
Hooks Herrgård – Historic manor house with charm
Our stay at the Hooks Herrgard Manor Hotel was more like love at second sight. Our first impression of the Hooks Herrgard Manor Hotel was that of an old manor house. And that's exactly what this place is. The hotel wing is located in a manor house dating back to 1778. During our tour of the hotel building, we gain insights into the hotel's history: Crowned heads have stayed here in the past. Their portraits on the walls impressively demonstrate this.
There are ladies' and men's rooms. In the latter, I can easily imagine gentlemen of high society in tailcoats and frock coats, discussing the country's political events over a thick cigar and a glass of whiskey. We also hear the story of the "White Lady," of whom there are numerous ghost stories. She is said to be a former resident of the hotel who repeatedly appears to guests and plays pranks on them. It is said that she likes to play tricks on the young guests at student parties. According to the hotel manager, she was seen again by a hotel guest at the beginning of this year. However, she did not appear to us.
Room in the estate hotel
The rooms in the estate hotel were understated and functional – a bit unusual for connoisseurs like me. After our stay at the stylish, modern Vox Hotel in Jönköping I expected a decor that was both tasteful and distinctive. The beds were certainly impressive, offering exceptional comfort, fine linens, and soft pillows—perfect for a restful night's sleep.
What I felt was missing a little, however, was that certain something—that special charm that makes a room in a historic manor house a place of well-being and enjoyment. The furnishings felt more like those of a solid country hotel: simple, functional, but lacking the loving attention to detail that a pleasure-seeker would expect in a manor house.
Culinary delights by the lake – moments of enjoyment in the manor house restaurant
It wasn't until we had a direct view of the lake from the basement restaurant that I became more fond of the hotel.
Småland region – nature, peace and Swedish serenity
This is surrounded by a window front facing the lake, so that from every table you have a great view of the lake, the surrounding forest and the islands in the water.
Activities around the lake – golf, hiking and wellness at the lake
Hooks Herrgard finally won my heart the next morning, which we dedicated to wellness by the lake. I would have loved to spend more time in the hotel spa, but that alone makes a multi-day stay worthwhile.
The grounds of the hotel also include an extensive conference area and a golf course, which was due to the rainy weather during our stay but not on a tour invited.
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Hooks Herrgård
560 13 Hok
Sweden
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Source: own research on site. We would definitely like to thank you Visit Smaland for supporting me on this trip. However, our opinions remain, as always, our own.
Text: © Copyright Monika Fuchs and TravelWorldOnline
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