Nordic Jarl Longhouses

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,659 endorsements) 📥 653,787 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 5/19/2023
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Skyfall515 · Cities, Towns, Villages, and Hamlets

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/21/2024 📅 Created: 5/19/2023
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #27 of 49 Cities, Towns, Villages, and Hamlets mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Nordic Jarl Longhouses

This ESL-flagged mod replaces the Jarl Longhouse model, which is used in the Hold minor cities of Falkreath, Dawnstar, Morthal, and Winterhold.

No longer will the Jarls place of residence and business occur in a common looking thatch hut. The Jarls Longhouses now look more prestigious and truly Nordic in appearance, with higher quality shingle roofs, ornamental Nordic woodworking, and a lookout watchtower atop the building. Features "dresses" up the Jarl Longhouse with Hold specific shields and banners. Giving each Hold’s Jarl Longhouse a more distinctive and unique appearance.

Reasons you may like this mod? :)

  • []Sick of looking at the same old thatch covered Jarl Longhouses since 2011?

    []Tired of the vanilla Jarl Longhouse model with it's 3rd floor stone walled center tower defying gravity!

    []Or perhaps tired of looking at the vanilla Jarl Longhouse with it's 3rd floor windows which don't exist from the inside?

    []Going for a vanilla plus playthrough? This fits right in!

    []Looking for improved compatibility with other mods? No need for other patches.

    []Want to bring up the Nordic atmosphere?

    Well, then this mod is for you!

    Pick and choose what Towns you want:

       — Dawnstar

    — Falkreath

    — Winterhold

    *Feel free to use this to fill in the gaps of mods like The Great Cities (TGC) and/or Cities of the North (COTN).

    - Compatibility -

    This new model fits the vanilla model almost exactly. Therefore is fully compatible with nearly all mods. The exterior is changed, but the interiors are untouched, therefore compatible with all interior/lighting mods. This mod’s model is only a new mesh. This will use whatever texture mods you have.

    Fully compatible with JK's Skyrim.

    - Complimentary mods that’ll look nice with this - 

    • []Northern Farmhouses

      []Unique Northern Vanilla Farmhouses (load this Nordic Jarl Longhouse mod after NVF to see it)

      Hope you enjoy this mod! Please feel free to ask questions and upload any screenshots you like!

      - Credits -

      I'd like to thank the following three Mod Authors who are incredibly gifted modders and 3D modelers.

      • []Archinatic (for 1 mesh)

        []JPSteel2 (for 2 meshes)

        []Yuril (for 2 meshes)

        — Special Thanks for screenshots and testing —

        • []BrandiUntz

          []riton

        • LeviRedscale

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Nordic Jarl Longhouses replaces the vanilla Jarl Longhouse model in Skyrim with a custom, more Nordic and Scandinavian design. It's a simple visual overhaul for players who want a more authentic look for these important buildings. With 1,659 endorsements and frequent updates, it's a popular choice.

✨ Key Features

Replaces the vanilla Jarl Longhouse model with a new custom model.
Designed to look more Nordic and Scandinavian in appearance.
Simple, focused mod that only changes the Jarl Longhouse exterior.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 1,659 endorsements and over 650k downloads.
  • Gives Jarl Longhouses a much-needed visual upgrade that fits Skyrim's setting.
  • Lightweight and focused—doesn't touch anything else, so low risk of conflicts.

⚠️ Cons

  • Only changes the exterior model—interiors remain vanilla.
  • No screenshots or detailed description provided, so you're flying blind on the look.
  • Last updated in August 2024—might not be compatible with the latest Skyrim updates or mods that alter the same buildings.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a more authentic Nordic feel for Jarl Longhouses without overhauling the whole game. If you're a lore enthusiast or just tired of the vanilla 'hut' look, this is a quick fix. Skip if you want interior changes or a complete city overhaul.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
  • Check for compatibility with other mods that alter Jarl Longhouses or city overhauls—load order matters.
  • If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, make sure you grab the correct version for your game.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Skyfall515
Version
1.1
Downloads
653,787
Endorsements
1,659
Category
Cities, Towns, Villages, and Hamlets
Created
5/19/2023
Updated
8/21/2024

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