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THE BUTLER’S ROOM

The Butler’s Room is used for overnight guests. This was probably the room originally used by the butler, who held one of the most senior staff positions at the castle; hence its name. Every room at Egeskov has its own stove and the Butler’s Room is no exception.

COUNT GREGERS AS A YOUNG MAN +

The painting above the bed represents Count Gregers – Count Michael’s grandfather – as a child. It was Count Gregers and his wife, Countess Nonni, who originally opened Egeskov’s gardens to the public in the 1960s.

EGESKOV BACK THEN … +

Imagine how the servants had to creep around silently to light all the stoves while the gentry slept.