Farmhouse from Hove

The year it was built, 1738, is carved both on the door and inside the room. Later generations have decorated the room with pious words, initials and dates of year. All the original furnishings are intact. In the entry hall is a cupboard, presumably from Heddal Stave Church, once owned by the Hove family.

Although this is a festive hall, its ground plan follows the tradition for three-room houses. A gallery has been built in front of the entry door and around the one side. The carpentry is of extremely high quality.

The main room has an attic loft, as became possible when fireplaces with chimneys were built. The fireplace, the bed, long table, cupboards and benches are placed according to fixed custom. The large bed is built together with a cupboard concealing a cellar entrance.