Saku Manor

Saku, Estonia

The Manor of Saku village was originally founded in the Middle Ages, first record date back to the year 1513. The manor house itself was constructed in 1820 and it is among the best examples of classicistic architecture in Estonia. It is believed that the building was designed by Carlo Rossi - one of the most famous architects of the period.

The renewed Saku Manor was opened in 2002 as a recreational and conference centre. There is a ballroom for up to 100 people, a seminar and a cognac room, accommodation for up to 39 persons.

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Juubelitammede tee 13, Saku, Estonia
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Founded: 1820
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in Estonia
Historical period: Part of the Russian Empire (Estonia)

More Information

www.visitestonia.com
www.sakumois.ee

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4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Shlomo Kandel (2 years ago)
Very nice an beautiful place, great food and atmosphere.
Tom Shine (2 years ago)
Nice place but no aircon
Tarmo Meltsas (2 years ago)
Lovely place that is, has good coffee and friendly staff, old palace, interesting history
Aivar Ilves (2 years ago)
Historical nice place. Good food dayoffers and friendly service.
Dagmar Eller (3 years ago)
Historical place that needs some repairing and renewing. Inside is nice and clean.
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