Boen Gård Manor Historic Hotel

Boen Gård Boutique Hotel, member of «De Historiske»

Situated a few kilometres from the coast of Southern Norway’s archipelago, by the banks of the Tovdal River,
you find the elegant manor house Boen Gård. A traditional park encircles the beautiful main house built in
1813. The building has been thoroughly restored, with furniture and art typical of the period. Guests are
received in spacious, bright rooms and parlours situated on two floors. The well-kept outdoor areas play a
significant role in the guests’ overall experience, where the infield and gardens promote recreation, play, and
enjoyment. During spring and summer, meals are often served outdoors in front of the gazebo, by the river or
in the tree-lined avenue.

Experience the changes of the seasons
Boen Gård is located in the middle of nature and is open all year round. Winter, spring, summer and autumn -
all seasons leave their mark on the estate and are an experience in themselves.
Boen Gård offers 18 double rooms in total.
14 rooms are situated in two historical buildings by the riverbank, which recently have been completely
renovated. Here new meets old, and rustic meets comfort. Four rooms are situated in the two wings of the
main house. Recommended in Guide MICHELIN

A kitchen with sustainability in mind
Of late, Boen Gård has put in a lot of time and effort in order to make the kitchen as self-sufficient as possible
in regards of produce. The kitchen is now 80 percent self-sufficient with regard to vegetables, fruit and berries.
Everything is organic, of course. Sheep and lambs graze along the river and keep the vegetation at bay. The
lambs eventually become part of the menu, along with wild salmon caught in the river by anglers who hold
angling rights in the Tovdal River. Small local suppliers deliver the remaining produce.

Restaurant with a recommendation in the Guide MICHELIN
Head chef Tomasz Rochon finds inspiration in the lovely produce. In close collaboration with
Maitre D’ and sommelier Dagfinn Galdal, they create elegant courses which reflect the origin and the
distinctiveness of the produce. The gastronomy is modern, but grounded on the classical French kitchen. The
menus follow the seasons and are continuously altered. Leftover fruit and vegetables from the time of harvest
are preserved and eventually become part of the menu on a later occasion.

Parties, festivities and weddings
Freshly ironed tablecloths, tinkling crystal glasses, and the smell of culinary perfection from the kitchen, set an
atmosphere perfect for both big and small occasions. The main house boasts a number of rooms and parlours,
while the dining room is considered the main room. Ideally, the tables fit 20-30 guests. Larger groups are
seated in the ballroom, while smaller groups are seated in “the cabinet”. Before and after dinner, the guests
may make use of two cosy bars and several parlours.

Dine like a king
In 1891 King Oscar II visited Boen Gård The king was lodged in the room on the right-hand side, which has ever
since been known as “The Royal Room”. A menu with accompanying wines was served, and it encompassed the
best of courses and wines of the time. Today, this historical and unique menu is offered to guests at Boen Gård
with a modern twist.

Conferences and events
“Ishuset” offers unique facilities for meetings, courses/ conferences and events. The building is newly
renovated.

Salmon fishing on historical grounds
Boen Gård offers salmon fishing to smaller groups on its own historic fishing right in Tovdalselva, which flows
through the property. Contact Boen Gård for information about the possibilities.