Svēte Manor was built in the 18th century as the residence of Duke Peter von Biron of Courland. The manor was notable for its ornate interior, extensive picture gallery and huge orangery for exotic plants. It was here that Duke Peter von Biron proposed to his Dorothea. Restoration work is now underway in the manor and the exhibition room is open to the public. You can enjoy the surroundings from the gazebo, the sunset platform on the riverside and the hammocks.