Forest Estate in Betsele – Lycksele

It does not happen often, but sometimes you step onto a property that stays with you. Not just as an assignment – but as a feeling. As a real estate agent, it is a privilege to work with a place that truly resonates. This is one of those places. Here, just outside Lycksele, the forest landscape unfolds in an area long shaped by its close connection to nature. Betsele is a small village along the Ume River, located only about 8 kilometres northwest of Lycksele – where tranquillity meets accessibility. ? The Forest The property comprises a total of 54.6 hectares, of which 47.2 hectares constitute productive forest land in one contiguous parcel. The standing timber volume amounts to 5,940 m³sk, with an average of 126 m³sk per hectare. The forest is dominated by pine (74%), followed by spruce (18%) and deciduous trees (8%), creating a stable and long-term sustainable structure. The average site index is 4.3 m³sk per hectare per year – a strong level that provides excellent conditions for future growth. ? Growth & Management The forest carries a living variation, with both younger stands and areas in thinning and regeneration phases. Growth amounts to approximately 140 m³sk during the first growth period, clearly reflecting the productivity of the land. During the planning period, silvicultural measures totalling approximately 1,320 m³sk are proposed, the majority consisting of thinning – offering good opportunities for ongoing income and active forest management. This is a property that brings together the full forestry lifecycle – from newly established stands to mature forest ready for continued stewardship. ? Land & Experience The terrain is varied and dynamic, with a blend of forest land, wetlands, and natural landscape transitions. On the property, there is also a small, simple cabin located in compartment 5 – a place to retreat, brew coffee, and let the hours pass at the pace of the forest. The internal road network is in good condition, and overall accessibility is strong, with favourable distances to roads across most of the holding. This creates excellent conditions for both efficient forestry operations and comfortable personal use. ? Hunting Hunting rights are included in the Betsele Wildlife Management Area, encompassing approximately 3,880 hectares. Both big and small game hunting are available. Around 15–20 hunters participate in the annual moose hunt, and the 2025 allocation amounted to 4 adults and 4 calves. ? Location & Lifestyle Betsele offers that quiet sense of calm that comes when the landscape is allowed to open up. Here, the Ume River flows through the area, bringing life to the surroundings throughout the seasons. At the same time, the distance to urban amenities is short. Within just a few minutes, you reach Lycksele – a key town in Lapland that has grown into a natural meeting point along the river and major transport routes. Here, all parts of everyday life are within easy reach: schools, shops, restaurants, healthcare, and services. It is effortless to live here – and just as easy to leave it all behind for a while as you return home to the forest. Lycksele is accessed via the E12, providing excellent connectivity for both permanent use and for those viewing the property as an investment. Beyond, nature stretches out – a vast forest landscape intersected by river valleys and wetlands, where hunting, fishing, and outdoor life form a natural part of everyday living. ? Sale The property is offered for sale starting from 1,500,000 SEK. In the event of multiple interested parties, the sale may be concluded through an auction procedure. Expressions of interest must be submitted to Skogsmäklargruppen i Sverige AB, Robin Lindström, no later than 2026-08-23. The seller reserves the right of free discretion as well as the right to accept submitted bids or conduct a subsequent bidding process. More information is available under “Property details”. Forest management plans and maps can be accessed further down the website. For questions regarding the property, please contact: Robin Lindström robin@skogsmaklargruppen.se