Hovedgården

Eidsfos Hovedgård stands in the heart of Eidsfoss, in the manor house built for the owner of Eidsfos Ironworks around 1750. Today, you can enjoy coffee and homemade cake in its historic rooms, visit for the Sunday buffet or explore the gardens surrounding the protected manor house.

Coffee and food in historic rooms
Hovedgården Café serves barista coffee, hot chocolate, homemade cakes and freshly baked treats. Soup is also available if you would like something more substantial. A buffet is served on Sundays. You can combine a café visit with a walk through Eidsfoss, where old workers' houses and industrial buildings tell the story of the former ironworks.

Gardens with a long history
The gardens surrounding the manor were developed during the 18th and 19th centuries. Christine Marie Cappelen played an important role in shaping them through her interest in botany and garden design.
Today, visitors can explore parts of the restored gardens and follow the tree-lined avenues towards Lake Bergsvannet. The gardens are accessible throughout the year.

Farm shop and events
Inside the manor, Crocus farm shop offers a changing selection of interior accessories, wellness products and items for the home.
Hovedgården also hosts concerts, afternoon tea, tastings and other events. The manor can be booked for weddings, confirmations, memorial gatherings and meetings. Hvitsalen accommodates up to 80 guests for private celebrations, and overnight stays are available in historic rooms.

Opening hours and reservations
During October 2026, the café opens Friday, Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 pm, with a Sunday buffet every week. Winter café hours are listed as Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 pm. Hours may be restricted when private events take place.

For table reservations, groups and private events, call +47 40 61 28 48 or email hovedgaarden@crocus.no. Check the official website for current opening hours and upcoming events.