Sausmarez Manor - Guernsey

🏡 Discover the Stories of Sausmarez Manor

Step inside a house filled with fascinating characters, remarkable treasures and centuries of history. Our guided house tours are brought to life by knowledgeable guides, each with their own unique style, stories and passions.

With a family history dating back to 1205 or earlier, Sausmarez Manor has been home to adventurers, diplomats, privateers, admirals, generals, inventors, politicians, prelates, colonial governors and artists.

Join us for an entertaining and personal 40-minute tour, and look out for:

✨ The Widows’ Walk
✨ Remarkable tapestries
✨ The nanny of 28 children
✨ The sofa used by the Queen Mother
✨ The father of the 28 children
✨ The first Royal Naval uniform
✨ The world’s greatest treasure ship ever captured
✨ The log of Centurion
✨ The carving of the Judgement of Solomon

Tour times
April
Monday–Thursday: 11:30am
Friday & Saturday: 11:30am, unless there is a wedding

May
Monday–Thursday: 10:30am & 11:30am
Friday & Saturday: 11:30am, unless there is a wedding
Closed Saturday 9 May for Liberation Day

June–September
Monday–Thursday: 10:30am, 11:30am & 2:30pm
Friday & Saturday: 11:30am, unless there is a wedding

October
Monday–Thursday: 11:30am
Friday & Saturday: 11:30am, unless there is a wedding

No advance booking is required—simply arrive and pay at the door. Large groups are asked to contact us in advance.

🎟️ Admission
Adults: £12
Senior citizens: £11
Students: £6
Children under 14: £6
Children under 3: Free

House & Garden combined
Adults: £19
Senior citizens: £17

📞 +44 (0)1481 235571
📧 [email protected]

Come and uncover the stories that make Sausmarez Manor so fascinating. ✨

Where History Meets Serenity 🌿☕

Nestled within the historic charm of Sausmarez Manor, Café Maeva Tearoom & Gardens offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful blooms.

Enjoy freshly brewed teas, aromatic coffees, homemade cakes and delicious light bites in our tranquil garden setting—the perfect place to relax while discovering Guernsey’s history and hospitality.

Opening hours
February–March:
Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 am–4:00 pm

April–October:
Open daily, 10:00 am–5:00 pm

Parking
There are two main car parks, with overflow parking available in the field across the road on busy days.

Please note: there is no main parking behind the house. Two disabled parking spaces are available around the back of the house beneath the Magnolia Tree.

For enquiries:
📧 [email protected]

🏰 Have you ever stayed in a Manor House?

Experience the charm and history of Sausmarez Manor by booking a stay in the beautiful Dower Flat.

Available for bookings from 9 October 2026 through to March 2027, this unique holiday accommodation is set within the only privately owned historic house in the Channel Islands that is open to the public and offers holiday apartments.

Sausmarez Manor has been the seat of the Seigneur de Sausmarez since 1204 and is surrounded by 20 acres of beautiful gardens and farmland, including:

🌿 A delightful Pitch & Putt course
🌺 A stunning subtropical garden
🗿 One of Britain’s most established and varied sculpture parks

Enjoy a peaceful and memorable getaway surrounded by history, nature and character.

📅 The Dower Flat is available from 9 October 2026 until March 2027.

📩 Get in touch at the contact details below to check availability and make your booking. Don't miss out, limited availability!

[email protected]

🎭✨ Romeo & Juliet under the stars! ✨🎭

12–15 Aug: Oddsocks bring their high-energy, comic twist on Shakespeare to Sausmarez Manor’s outdoor stage. 🌹🎶

Romance, rivalry, music and mischief beneath the summer sky perfect for friends and family! 🌙

🎟️ Book via the link here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/oddsocks-communications-ltd

Thursday nights at the Manor are anything but ordinary

Every week at 6:30pm, the Seigneury of the Manor leads a ghost tour through its historic halls filled with stories, secrets, and a few surprises along the way.

Come along and experience it for yourself!

Book is essential please call 01481 235571 or email [email protected]

Take a break and enjoy a visit to Café Maeva at Sausmarez Manor ☕🌿

Whether you're catching up with friends, treating yourself to coffee and cake, or enjoying a leisurely lunch, Café Maeva offers the perfect setting to relax and unwind.

Nestled within the beautiful grounds of Sausmarez Manor, it's the ideal place to pause, recharge, and enjoy delicious homemade treats in a unique and tranquil setting.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

☕ Fresh coffee
🍰 Homemade cakes
🌿 Beautiful surroundings

⛳ Looking for something different to do in Guernsey?

Come and take on the challenge at our beautiful Pitch & Putt course, tucked away in a stunning secluded valley.

Now in its 26th year, the course has been lovingly maintained and continuously improved to provide a fun but surprisingly tricky test for golfers of all ages and abilities.

Think you've got what it takes to conquer our elusive Par 3? Only a select few have managed it!

No equipment? No problem. Clubs, balls, tees and scorecards are all available from Café Maeva Tea-Room.

Gather your friends, bring the family, and see if you can beat the course!

Have you visited our weekly Farmers Market yet?

There's something for everyone, from fresh produce to locally made goodies.

Check out the attached poster for all the information and join us each week in supporting our fantastic local businesses and producers. 🍓🍰

🌿 Family or friends coming to Guernsey? 🌿
Did you know Sausmarez Manor offers self-catering apartments set within our beautiful historic grounds?
Perfect for visiting family, wedding guests, or friends who’d love somewhere peaceful and characterful to stay ✨
🏡 The Dower Apartment
• One double bedroom + one single bedroom
• Available all year round
• Ideal for small families
🏡 The Top Apartment
• One double bedroom
• Available March – October
• Perfect for couples
Both apartments are self-catering and let Saturday to Saturday, with discounts available for longer stays (2+ weeks).
A quiet countryside setting, yet just minutes from town — and plenty of space for morning walks before coffee ☕🌳
If you have visitors planning a trip, do let them know we’re here.
📩 Message us for availability and details.