History of the Estate
The Peskovskaya estate began to take shape in the second half of the 18th century as the ancestral estate of the noble Puslowski family. By the early 19th century, a full-fledged manor and park complex had been created, which included a residential palace, a wing, an entrance gate, utility buildings — including a stable and distillery — as well as a well-maintained park with ponds. The architecture and layout of the estate reflected the aesthetic and functional ideals of that time. However, in 1843, the main palace burned down in a fire. Afterward, one of the stone stables was converted into a residential manor house. Over time, the original appearance of the estate changed, but its significance as a center of noble life and culture remained.
Architecture of the Estate
The architectural style of the Peskovskaya estate combined elements of Classicism, popular in the 18th century, with Neo-Gothic motifs that were characteristic of the early 19th century. The main palace was built using classical forms — symmetry, columns, strict geometry of the facade — complemented by Neo-Gothic details that gave the building a romantic flair. After the fire, the preserved manor house, rebuilt from a stable, became a one-story wooden building with a hipped roof. Some elements of the park layout and individual architectural details have also survived. Even the fragments of these buildings give an impression of the scale and character of estate construction during that era. Today, they serve as valuable material for studying the architectural evolution and development of Belarusian manor culture.
Excursions with a Visit to the Estate Fragments
The Peskovskaya estate is included in tour routes across the Brest region. It can be visited as part of a private tour. Tours from Minsk are especially popular, allowing travelers to explore the rich historical and cultural heritage of the region in just one day. Visitors can take a walk through the territory of the former estate complex accompanied by a professional guide, who will tell the story of the Puslowski family, describe the architectural features of the buildings, explain the fate of the estate after the fire, and highlight its cultural importance for Belarus. You can book a guided tour of the Peskovskaya estate on our website. Such tours around Belarus help uncover little-known but important chapters of the country’s national history and culture.
