Samares Manor
The Samarès Manor is a manor of medieval origin in the Vingtaine de Samarès, in the parish of St. Clement in Jersey, and is the traditional home of the Seigneur de Samarès. The oldest part of the house is an underground cellar believed to be a crypt dedicated to Saint Martha, dating from the 11th or 12th century. Today, the west wing of the manor sits above the basement. The original building, possibly a chapel, that once stood above the crypt is no longer there. The manor house is an H-shaped building with several Tudor arched windows on the ground floor. The round Colombier is believed to be the oldest in Jersey and may be dated to as early as the 12th century.
The present gardens were first created in the 1920s by Sir James Knott, who purchased the manor in 1924. This important work included the re-establishment of the salt marsh area near the manor.
The privately-owned botanical garden offers a unique collection of plants and acres for visitors to explore in a relaxed environment. Offers historic tours of the manor and museum, gift shop, botanical center, cafe, six self-catering units, and a children's play area. Beautiful setting for weddings and events.
Location: the Vingtaine de Samarès, Jersey.
