Lord's Rest | Nature Discovery Park

Lord's Halt

Breathe, walk, enjoy the scenery. Overlooking the river, the Manor offers a peaceful haven for picnics and admiring the unique landscape of Île d’Orléans. An ideal place to relax after your visit to the museum.

You will find there

Rest stop

Our park is ideal for picnics or enjoying the river with family and friends. The Manor will unveil a new set of street furniture in 2026 to better serve visitors.

The beauty of the St. Lawrence River

The grounds of the Manor offer a unique view of and access to the river. Stairs are available for access to the water’s edge.

The summer pavilion

Admire the summer pavilion, recently restored in 2025 thanks to the generosity of our donors. It was built using materials left over from the chapel erected in 1929. It served as a place for relaxation and river observation for Judge Joseph-Camille Pouliot and his family.

Suggested duration

Free — at your own pace

Perfect for

Families, nature lovers and picnickers, cyclists and tourists taking a break from their tour of the island

Access

Outdoors – at all times. Outdoor restrooms – open according to the Manor’s opening hours.

They're talking about us

What a great find! We missed the guided tour, our mistake! It would certainly have been very interesting.

Fannie Massicotte

I didn’t visit the manor, I stopped on the grounds opposite for a picnic with very beautiful views of the river.

France Tellier

This autumn, I had the pleasure of visiting the Mauvais-de-Jeunet mansion, and honestly, it is a place that deserves to be discovered by all those who share a passion for history and antiques.

Claudia Tozzi

What a magnificent manor! Another heritage treasure to discover and preserve. Its construction dates back to 1734, during the era of New France. Inside, you’ll find numerous beautifully curated exhibits: reconstructions, collections of artifacts, explanatory panels, and videos. The passage of time hasn’t diminished the beauty of the place. The charm and history behind the manor have been carefully preserved. The spirit of its former owners still lingers.

Sylvain Gauthier

A very interesting visit. The guide was really friendly and knew the history of the manor and its owners in great detail. We had a nice chat with Melody.

Michelle et Xavier BUREAU

Very interesting, rich in heritage information. The guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and insightful on the subject. A must-see for history buffs! 👍

Christiane Dandois

A must-see if you’re on Île d’Orléans. This elegant 1700s mansion is beautifully restored. A self-guided tour is available, explaining everything in detail, and there are also excellent written presentations in both French and English. Three floors—visit them all!

Eric St-Marseille

I really enjoyed the tour (with the audio guide), the history, the fact that you can visit all the floors, the garden, and the apothecary’s section with the labels indicating the herbs, vegetables, and fruits! I highly recommend a stop at the Manor! The tour price is very affordable! And you can see everything quite quickly, so it’s convenient for continuing to explore the island afterward!

Sarah-Eve Cossette

Following our visit to the Drouin house on the other side of the island, we visited the manor house one Sunday afternoon to learn more about how the wealthiest people of the time lived. We were welcomed by the director of the establishment, who also served as our guide during the tour.

Marie-Hélène Frappier

Foundation & support

The Mauvide-Genest Manor Foundation ensures the preservation of the site and the development of its cultural mission. Your support helps to keep this historic place alive.