Giresta Stora Bärby, Örsundsbro

Unique 18th Century Cottage Off-Grid – Stora Bärby / 'Norrtumboland' At the end of a long forest road lies this small 18th-century cottage, secluded but with a wide view of the field plain. The cottage, also called 'Northtumberland', is surrounded by forest and has a large plot with opportunities for cultivation and small animal husbandry – for example, some sheep, chickens, and household pigs. This is a place for those who long for a simpler, self-sufficient, and nature-close life, with proximity to Stockholm, Uppsala, Enköping, and Örsundsbro. The cottage (about 45 m on the ground floor with a sloping roof on the upper floor) has a large room with a classic fireplace, wood stove, and baking oven. In the other room, there is a separate stove that is very efficient. On the upper floor, which is reached via its own outdoor stairs, there are two well-insulated bedrooms with low ceiling height. The current tenants, a family with two children, have lived here permanently for several years – even in winter. Off-grid – important to know The house lacks electricity and water and will not be connected. It is therefore suitable for those who understand and appreciate the conditions of off-grid living. In the large room, there is a diesel heater controlled with a remote control. There is also a new 12-volt system for lighting, with batteries that can be charged with your own generator. The current tenant has additional technical equipment that can be purchased separately, including a new fridge and freezer powered by gas, where a larger gas bottle lasts up to about three months. The rent refers to the house and buildings. Equipment left by the current tenant is taken over and managed by the new tenant according to a separate agreement. Buildings and opportunities In addition, the plot includes: * Barn of about 36 m², where a part is heat insulated * Firewood storage and outhouse * Shower room connected to a pump and buried water tank, which can be filled with rainwater or water from a nearby farm * Small log house currently used as a henhouse, but it can also function as a simple summer guest room or workshop * Well-preserved earth cellar under the small house There is plenty of space here for a handy, gardening-interested or animal-experienced person who wants to create their own little place. We would like to find a long-term tenant who sees the value in managing this unusual little gem. It may suit you who may not want or can buy your own house but have the will, drive, and knowledge to take care of an older cottage and live with the conditions that come with off-grid living, whether it's a permanent home or holiday home. Please write about yourself in your reply. A car is practically necessary since the cottage is some distance from the paved road and the farm center. However, there are two bus stops along the passing road, with good connections to, among others, Bålsta, Örsundsbro, Uppsala, and Enköping. Hunting opportunities are available for the right person. Your own animals are welcome after agreement. Good economy and good references are required.