This Baroque-style heritage manor near Pásztó was built in 1760 for the Jankovich (Jeszeniczei) family, and later passed into the hands of the Balás and Simay-Jeney families. In 1820, it was remodeled in a late Classical style, and underwent a complete renovation in 1996. During that time, a winter garden was added, as well as an outbuilding that includes a wine cellar, pantry, gym, and workshop. Thanks to its original 80 cm thick walls, the house stays cool even in summer. The elevated ground-floor building is rectangular in shape, featuring a four-column portico at its center. The main façade includes a double projection (rizalit), which still bears the original coat of arms. The period furniture, chandeliers, wall sconces, and porcelain all preserve the memory of its historical era.

The 1.8-hectare estate is south-facing, offering a panoramic view of the Mátra Mountains and the entire surrounding settlement. The towering evergreen trees dominate the landscape and are home to golden orioles. There are 30 carefully selected fruit trees (including pomegranate) that bear fruit, along with an ornamental plant garden of approx. 1,800 specimens, laid out in an arboretum-like style. All this can be admired from one of the three garden benches, and maintained using water from either a dug or drilled well, or garden taps. Even during extreme drought, the water level in the deep well never drops below 80 meters. For outdoor dining, there is a garden oven, a fire pit, and a covered dining area available.

There is enough space and timber on the estate to add a stable, if desired. A Tóth-style carriage is also available, ideal for visits to the Szalajka Valley equestrian parade. The surrounding area includes several attractions, such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hollókő, the Ipolytarnóc Fossils Museum, and ski lifts at Galyatető, just 25 km away. The region is rich in natural springs, with the most famous one located at Szentkút. The National Blue Trail (Országos Kéktúra) offers beautiful hikes to Garab, Függő-kő, Macska Hill, and Tepke. The Függő-kő cave, which has yielded important paleontological and archaeological finds, is the most spectacular site of andesite formations in the Cserhát region.

Due to the local wild boar population, the oak, beech, pine, and hornbeam forests nearby are considered a hunter’s paradise.

Dániel Tótfalusi
+36 70 514 9357