Welcome to the Bed & Breakfast that we stayed at… This is Idala Gard just outside of the town where I grew up. It’s a traditional farm for this part of Sweden. Often white like this and built in a U or a completely enclosed courtyard, due to the winds.
The owners were very friendly and we enjoyed chatting with them. They told us that it had been a family farm for hundreds of years and they just recently renovated it to become a B&B. Though it is located in Sweden it was very Italian inspired. Someone wrote in the guest book… “Italy kissed Sweden and it landed on Idala.”
One of my favorite memories is just sitting out on the veranda reading a book at night while enjoying some hot tea. Looking up over the edge of the page and inhale the view. It was so relaxing and soothing for my soul. We will soon show more pictures of our great views of the fields and sunsets.
Irish said,
July 15, 2006 at 10:07 pm
What a pretty spot. Interesting to learn about the winds and how the farms are built to keep them out. In what ways did you find it “Italian”?
Mirjam said,
July 16, 2006 at 4:52 am
They imported Italian wine and ceramics that they sold. The menu at their restaurant was Italian inspired. Of course with a Swedish twist…
maxima said,
July 16, 2006 at 4:55 pm
According to KW, to be Italian the trains would run late or not at all…hehehehehehe
I wonder what Italian/Swedish meatballs would taste like. I love that slogan…”Italy kissed Sweden……”
Mirjam your hair is getting long. It has grown really fast. But then last time I saw you was in February
Sam you are looking nice and relaxed. I am so glad that you are together and happy.
I am learning alot….how cleaver to build in a cove shape to protect from the wind. Somebody should tell Chicago.