Pekes is an early Tudor tile-hung manor house (c.1470), garden and park with a self-contained Edwardian Wing and 4 separate houses surrounding it at a little distance; it has been my family’s home since 1908. The Manor House retains many of its original features including its 16th century kitchen, its Tudor beams and ornate Elizabethan fireplace etc, and though everything has been modernised over the years it has kept its old charm and welcome. Surrounding it are lawns and gardens (including an old walled garden which grows fruit, vegetables and chickens), and around it lie miles of almost unchanged East Sussex countryside of small farms and lovely old woods. It is still my home, and I love welcoming people to it.
Pekes, near the village of Chiddingly on the edge of the Sussex Weald, is just inland from the South Downs National Park. The sea at beautiful Cuckmere Haven and historic Pevensey beach is only 12 miles away, the historic town of Lewes is 9 miles, and Brighton and Eastbourne are a little further off. There are many beautiful local places to walk or cycle along, and many historic houses and interesting locations including Battle and the memories of 1066.
Pekes was purchased by my grandfather in 1908 and he considerably restored and added to the old place. My parents and I have continued this process, and now Pekes and its houses are warm and comfortable homes from home for anyone wanting an outstanding place to visit locally, to rest and recuperate, or to have an amazing Wedding reception or a Reunion or a Party. We have lots of on-site facilities, including our indoor heated swimming pool, our Jacuzzi and Saunas, our hard surface tennis court, and our own walled garden. Above all, it’s in its own estate up a long private drive well away from the road, is very quiet, and is in the middle of beautiful farming land and countryside.
I like to feel that Pekes is ‘Distinctly Different’, and I hope that you will come and find out why.
Eva Morris
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We hired the whole of the estate for our wedding in July. From the moment we booked until we left Kildare and his team were so helpful and kind. Our... read more wedding was amazing and all 140 guests kept commenting on how beautiful the whole site is. Each house was fabulous with the Manor House in particular being stunning. The swimming pool, sauna and hot tubs were the icing on the cake. Pekes manages to get the perfect balance of feeling homely and relaxed with the right amount of luxury. I can’t recommend Pekes enough!!
Travel50553
8/10/2019
My daughter and her friends spent 4 days in Pekes Last house and they said they will forever remember this place. The hot tub outside in the greenhouse is a... read more bliss, the house is cozy and really comfortable with everything one would need. The huge green space at the back makes you feel out of the world, the barbecue space is fantastic.
Couldn't have chosen a better place.
Elisa M
7/11/2020
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We celebrated a joint 70th birthday by hiring Pekes Manor, the attached Wing and the adjacent Tudor House for three generations of 8 adults and 8 children from 1 to... read more 13.
We had an amazing time using the wide range of facilities set in lovely grounds. The staff were very friendly and addressed immediately the one or two small issues we had.
Would highly recommend.
Joofsh
7/31/2019
There is a wonderful charm to this property and the surrounding buildings. If you are looking for a homely feel to your stay then this is the place to be.... read more It has all the facilities you require and extras like tennis court, swimming pool and jacuzzi. It has bags of character and I would recommend it to anyone.
louisa_tuely
9/05/2017
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What a gem.
We held a birthday party weekend for our mum and her friends in The Manor House and also hired The Wing and the Gate house.... read more
What a privilege. The Manor House is full of charm, character and romance. The kitchen has every utensil, plate, bowl and serving dish you will ever need.
The place was spotless and inviting.
The pool, warm and lots of fun.
There is a games room with lots of equipment needed.
Gorgeous from both the outside and inside. Local areas to walk and run.
People have not stopped talking about Pekes houses.
The hosts are friendly and accommodating. Cannot wait to return.
Thank you for such a beautiful venue. More
alexanddavew
3/02/2020
Due to COVID, we unfortunately weren’t able to stay. But wanted to review as the host was so kind and helpful with getting my money refunded. Was so impressed and... read more happy with the customer service. I will look to book in future when things get back to some normality and restrictions are lifted.
Karl M
10/17/2020
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