Manon's room

Enjoy the unique experience of staying in Abbé Prévost's birthplace, a Historic Monument. First owners to open the house of the author of "Manon Lescaut" to the public, Franck and Pauline make this home a place of life and cultural and artistic sharing that is for everyone. The space The house is composed of 3 buildings dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. The birthplace room of Abbé Prévost (35 m²), renamed "Manon's room" awaits you, quietly, with its painted ceilings and refurbished bathroom. You will discover in your room the office of Victor Segalen, great-grand-Père of Pauline, a French poet from the beginning of the 20th century, whose work has been edited in the Pléîade since 2020. Guest access Spend a moment in the lounge library with period woodwork, where you expect to see the author of the famous novel Manon Lescaut, breakfast or have tea in the courtyard in front of the 17th century facade or on the terrace with breathtaking views of the Canche and the church. During your stay The hosts, Franck and Pauline Joly-Groux live on site and will welcome you when you arrive, serve you breakfast and advise you on their good places. Conteuse, Pauline will comment on the visit of the House if you wish, telling you about the incredible life of the author of Manon Lescaut, and this love story that made a scandal in the 18th century. Franck, a ceramist, will gladly show you around his workshop and explain his favorite technique: Raku cooking. Other things to note Additional services are offered depending on availability, to be booked directly with hosts before your trip: enjoy a duo massage in the room, a romantic dinner on the terrace, concocted by the head of the Café des Arts in Hesdin, or a workshop-iscovering pottery and massage with Franck. Check out all these proposals on the Abbé Prévost birthplace website and call Pauline to book your activities.