Hemgården in Storsätern — Then and Now Hemgården has a long and rich history. The farm is mentioned as early as the 1830s, and was one of the first in the area to be lived in year-round. Before it was inhabited year-round, it was used as a summer mountain farm (säter)—hence the village name Storsätern—with haymaking and grazing during the summer months. Most of the buildings on the property were built in the late 1800s. Parts of the barn (the cowshed) are older than that and were likely originally built as a larger "fäbod" (e . i. summer farm). Most of the buildings are made from hand-hewn timber. Hemgården is described in detail in the Idre local history books. The farm’s main activities were forestry, keeping livestock, haymaking, and some small-scale cultivation, but by the 1920s it had also become a tourist farm, offering accommodation to traveling salesmen and visitors. Between 1935 and 1944, a hostel was operated here under the Swedish Tourist Association, mainly in the building now known as Tullstugan (the Customs Cottage). In the early 1900s, that same building—Tullstugan—served as a customs station. Hemgården today In addition to operating as a tourist farm, Hemgården still has extensive forest holdings on land adjoining the property. The farm also includes a fäbod and a hunting cabin. Hemgården today - In 2025, major improvements were made across the property, including the installation of a new heating system, new kitchens and bathrooms in all of the larger houses, broadband throughout, and a new service building for the campground with toilets, showers, and a kitchen. The result is a place where historic character meets modern comfort. That’s exactly how we want Hemgården to feel—a welcoming, family-run farm where the original, genuine character has been updated with modern standards for heating, electricity, kitchens, bathrooms.

Welcome to Hemgården in Storsätern — this is where your journey into the Grövelsjöfjällen and Gränslandet begins. Hemgården in Storsätern is a genuine farm with a rich history, set in a scenic location located by the river Grövlan and a waterfall, with direct access to Grövelsjöfjällen (the Grövelsjö Mountains’) hiking trails, cross-country ski tracks, fishing, snowmobile trails, and local shops. Hemgården has welcomed visitors since the 1920s and was one of the first guest properties in Storsätern and the Grövelsjö area. You can choose between four houses. Gunnars hus (140 sqm/housing up to 8 people), Stall-längan (65 sqm, private sauna/housing up to 8 people), Tullstugan (45 sqm/housing up to 4 people) and Juliastugan (45 sqm/housing up to 3 people). All our houses feature modern kitchens and bathrooms and have recently been tastefully renovated both inside and out during 2025 and 2026. All houses are equipped with keyless entry, Wi-Fi, and smart TVs. Here you will find a welcoming, authentic yet modern property with the tranquility and adventure of Grövelsjöfjällen and Gränslandet just around the corner. With us, you can fall asleep and wake to the gentle sound of the nearby waterfall. With vast open landscapes right outside your door, there is always something to explore — all year round. With Hemgården in Storsätern as your starting point, there is plenty to experience and explore for those who place nature at the center of their stay. Hemgården is located in the heart of the small village Storsätern. Just a short walk away you will find the shops Fjällbua and Renbiten, offering food and ski equipment rental, and a slightly longer walk brings you to the restaurant at Storsätra Fjällhotell. From the property, you can connect directly to the outstanding hiking trails, cross-country ski tracks, snowmobile routes, and fishing opportunities of the Grövelsjöfjällen and Gränslandet, in both lakes and flowing waters.

Hemgården is located in the village of Storsätern, right next to Övre Fallet and the Grövlan River. From the property, you can connect to Grövelsjöfjällen and Gränslandet's hiking trails, cross-country ski tracks, and snowmobile routes. Just a short walk away (about 300 m) is Fjällbua, with groceries, clothing and gear, plus ski rentals for touring, cross-country, and alpine skiing. Fjällbua also serves as a pickup point for Apoteket and Systembolaget, where you can place a pre-order. Renbiten, a Sami family business, has its shop about 350 meters from here, selling locally produced reindeer meat, moose, fish, and handicrafts. Renbiten also keeps its tame reindeer right by the property (by the bridge over the Grövlan) and offers guided tours and experiences centered on reindeer and Sami culture. Please note that you need to book a guided tour to visit the reindeer in the enclosure. If you need a guide for your adventures on skis, on foot, or on the lake—or if you’d like to fine-tune your skiing—Björn and Experience Grövelsjön are another of our closest neighbors. A slightly longer walk away is Storsätra Fjällhotell , with a restaurant.