Ihlengården (Hougsund Detention Center)

In a previous article in this newspaper, I have tried to spotlight the areas in Gamle-Hokksund, and not least the residential area of Dynge with its southern-style small houses and listed buildings.

These are places that naturally have their own history, for better or worse, but

(perhaps especially) our time stands out as a good example of what small houses can mean in a living environment.

What is so significant is the zeal and care these homeowners show in tending to their cozy nest and creating what many of us are concerned about, namely a quality living environment.

Before we start our walk in Dynge today, we first stop by Hougsund Arresthus, which is located at the top of

Old Hokksund, where Hokksund's actual Main Street ends.

This farm was probably started around 1650 with two floors, where the lower floor was furnished as stables,

while the second floor contained sleeping quarters, taverns and private rooms.

When the taxi station here started operating, the place was often visited by long-distance travelers from Valdres and Hallingdal.

It is said that many of these people enjoyed alcohol in slightly excessive quantities, which often resulted in violent outbursts.

riots and where the knife was loose in its sheath.

Among the rooms on the second floor there were three rooms that were almost considered attic rooms without the possibility of

heating or locking. In one of these rooms Hans Nielsen Hauge was placed after he was arrested by

Sheriff Jens Gram in 1804.

He stayed there for a relatively short time before being transferred to Akershus.

In the room where Hauge sat, there was a small window, and 90-year-old Aslaug Blegeberg can tell that her mother

had discovered that an attempt had been made to carve some initials on this box that could indicate that the arrestee

Hauge was the originator. Policeman Gram, who arrested Hauge, also lived on this farm from around 1800.

Until 1929, there had been several owners of the property, and the owner at that time was Thea.

The wreck.

She was a distinguished and formal lady, firm and persuasive in her speech. In short. She knew where the closet

should stand.

In 1929, the couple Borgine and Johan Lhlen bought the farm, and since then it has been called Lhlengården.

Borgine and Johan lhlen ran Ullern farm in Hokksund for many years.

When the Ihlen couple passed away, their daughter Aslaug Blegeberg took over and was the owner until 1981.

This year, the farm was also listed, and a comprehensive renovation plan was on the table.

Mrs. Blegeberg did not feel able to start this task, as no state funds could be provided for it.

The project She therefore sold the property to local builder Bjarne Borgersen.

The farm has largely retained its outer facade, while the interior has been furnished with apartments that are now rented out.