Handicraft:
The area is home to many practising artists and craftsmen. Their activities include textile, weaving, wood carving, silver jewellery manufacture, ceramics, basketry, grindstone production, birch-bark weaving, working forge and much more. A day trip in the area takes you to Orsa, Mora, Rättvik and Lesand.
Music and Culture:
There are magical events where you will be spellbound by the music, drama and natural surroundings. Certain places have remarkable inherent drawing power. Dalhalla, which has changed from an abandoned limestone quarry to a musical stage, is one such place. This gem lies in the forest a few kilometres south of Furudal. Beside the Ore River are three museums, including a fin Dala Folk Costume Museum. There are working forge and more. Manor House dining room with lunch is available daily in the summer. Don't forget to visit Gamel Stan in Norrboda! It is a beautiful 14th century village. The Traditional Midsummer celebrations are in Östanvik. Midsummer's Eve, Midsummer's Day and the Sunday. Something to be experienced from within. In this area you find the quietness of unspoiled nature as well as culture and attractions. The program 2007 of Activities, Attractions, Folklore and Information you will find in the house too. That's the Swedish Summer-Feeling.
Hockey school Furudal and much more:
Visit a match in the Ishall in Furudal. In Furudal you will find 2 banks, 2 shops and a coffee shop with a wonderful bakery! There is also a Pizzeria and two Restaurants. In Östanvik you could buy organic tomatoes and much more. In summer and autumn we have wonderful areas for berry-picking and rambling. Marked nature- and hiking trails. Great Sport-Fishing around Lake Ore. Everyone, from the specialised enthusiast to the beginner, can be satisfied. The area is heaven for bird watchers. Something one never forgets! Evan more to explore: Santa World, Summerland, Waterfall Styggforsen Dalarna, in the heart of rural Sweden, is a jewel that is slowly beginning to be discovered. Not the typical tourist destination, Dalarna is the perfect place to escape to from the business of life, and gives you the opportunity to relax and enjoy the real Sweden. The area boasts many beautiful secluded lakes. A child friendly lake which is never busy is Löming - just a short walk from the house.
Golf:
Golf is less than 5 km away.
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