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Beautiful Calcasieu Lake Views from Old Settlement in Big Lake, Louisiana

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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View from our porch on Thurs, June 13th. All you hear are the birds in the air
Night at Old Settlement.
A beautiful winter evening watching sunset

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lake Charles, LA
  • Place, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Burton Coliseum
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden Nugget
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Upstairs Open Area

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Calcasieu Lake Views from Old Settlement in Big Lake, Louisiana

Our Old Settlement home is centrally located to enjoy the best of SWLA. Fully equipped base camp offering fabulous views of Calcasieu Lake from the porch and a public fishing pier within walking distance, boat launch/guide pickup less than 10 mins, and casinos and golf courses less than 20 mins.

Our house has 2800 sqft of living space with three bedrooms downstairs and an open floor plan with one bedroom upstairs and an additional 1600 square feet of covered entertaining space underneath the house.

We offer a full kitchen stocked with most any appliance you need as well as a large grill, large griddle and boiling pot for outdoor cooking!

We offer a king, queen and full (pineapple bed) bedrooms downstairs and a queen bedroom and queen bed and 2 twin beds in the open area upstairs.

The downstairs has a kitchen, utility room with large capacity washer and dryer, living room with fireplace and 55" tv.

The upstairs offers a 5ft circular card table with 8 chairs, full size refrigerator, living area with a 65" tv, and a panoramic view Calcasieu Lake....absolutely stunning!

Bathrooms: master bath and Jack and Jill downstairs and one full bath upstairs.

Free WIFI fiber service and Hulu plus.

Our home is perfect for a family with teenagers, several couples or a group of men and or women who want to enjoy all the fishing, hunting, birding, gambling, festivals and fun of SWLA.

You don’t need to fish or hunt, just enjoy the sound of the waves crashing on the sea walls, the seagulls flying and the magnificent sunsets from the 400 square feet front porch!

Walking distance to the Chapel of the Holy Spirit- so it would be a great place for a retreat. This house is 15 feet above sea-level so step accessible but not wheelchair accessible.

Old Settlement is on an island accessible via pontoon bridges crossing the ICWW and less than 20 mins. south of downtown Lake Charles.

We love Old Settlement and work diligently to ensure your stay with us will be memorable. We have consistently been rated 5 stars. Come join us and enjoy some down time at Old Settlement.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
All dogs must be house broken and well behaved!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are private piers near our home. Please do not go on those piers. The public pier is open from dawn to dusk and is within walking distance.
Quiet hours are to be followed: 10pm to 7am. Please provide responses to all questions. We need to assure your a good fit prior to signing!
Photo ID and signed rental agreement is due no later than 4 days post booking. Please verify that you will be in compliance with all House rules.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Lake Charles

Located in Lake Charles, this vacation home is on a lake. Petro Bowl and The Country Club at Golden Nugget are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Calcasieu Lake and Prien Lake Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Southland Coins, or check out an event or a game at Burton Coliseum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women - 18 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Prien Lake Park - 21 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Burton Coliseum - 22 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Golden Nugget - 24 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Lauberge Casino Lake Charles - 26 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Lake Charles Station - 28 min drive
  • Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway-GL - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Capt Rons Charter Service - ‬59 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Seafood - ‬52 min drive
  • Cocahoe's

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Calcasieu Lake Views from Old Settlement in Big Lake, Louisiana pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Calcasieu Lake Views from Old Settlement in Big Lake, Louisiana ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Calcasieu Lake Views from Old Settlement in Big Lake, Louisiana ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Calcasieu Lake Views from Old Settlement in Big Lake, Louisiana located?

This family-friendly Lake Charles vacation home is located on a lake, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Calcasieu Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women and Archer Institute of LCMH. Prien Lake Park and Southland Coins are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 65 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was extremely helpful on check in day and also checked on us during our stay. Great location in a quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such kind and accommodating hosts.the home was super nice, with spacious rooms and amenities. Every kind of pot, plate, utensil, gas grill and burner. Scenery along with the level of solitude are unmatched. Camp neighbors are very friendly, helpful, and inviting. I can not speak more highly of the hosts, camp, neighbors, fishing, hunting, 20 minutes to any level of entertainment you desire from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

doffill1

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Family Gathering

This was our 3rd time to stay at Old Settlement. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away from Home

Everything is there. Very well equipped. The location suits us because we have a camp next door so we can spread out between the two houses.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property

We always enjoy our stay at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!!

It was a great place to spend the weekend. We had room and great view of the lake. Will be stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love the owners. Kept in touch and responded to questions quickly. They left cookies and milk for the grandkids which I thought was very unique and thoughtful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Louisiana Getaway

This Old Settlement Home was a great getaway for my kids and grandkids. The views were beautiful from the porch and the pier. The home was very comfortable with plenty of space for more than one family. The owners stocked this rental with everything you need for a good time on the water. One of the best homes we have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

Very comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Day Weekend

One of the best Camps I've stayed in with Amazing Views of Big Lake! The Hosts were great and the camp had everything we need and more.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boys weekend

Great atmosphere and great view. Would stay there again no question.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roomy place

It was a nice place for our big family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable Lakehouse

Plenty of space and rooms, nice setup.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

victoria o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Everything was amazing!!! Beautiful home and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

We had a wonderful stay at this property. It was the perfect size and had all the amenities we could ask for. As we were packing up, we talked about our next stay. Mary and Brian were awesome hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Billy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great vacation

This property was above expectations. This isnt your every day camp. Everything we could have dreamed of was available. From crab traps to games to art to design to many great amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

doffill1

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake house

We had 2 families stay and utilized downstairs for one and upstairs for the other. It worked very well. Communication with host was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Team Building

I had my work team meet at the property for two nights. Team building and meeting space were perfect! Casual but productive. The host was so helpful and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Calcasieu

***** We had a great time. Everybody was very impressed with the facility. We will all be coming back to "Fishing Calcasieu".
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Softball Tournament

We were there for a softball tournament and the property was only 20 minutes from the field and a short drive to the store. We will definitely do it again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Lake House

Best stocked house ever. Perfect for our family. Will rent again. No problems whatsoever.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second Year!

This was our second year spending a weekend at this house on Big Lake and it's one of favorite spots. The hospitality and responsiveness of the owners deserves more than 5 stars. The house itself has everything we need, and then some. Plenty of space, including a large patio for relaxing in the lake breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely House

This house is near our own camp and we are now too many to fit in our house and we enjoy spilling over into this beautiful and very comfortable, well-supplied Big Lake camphouse. It is large and very pretty. The breeze on the front porch is pleasant and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mary Shaddock Jones

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I grew up spending the summer at my parents home at Big Lake. My husband and I built this home behind my parents home in 2003 when we lived in Houston. After spending a lot of weekends at Big Lake, we moved back to Lake Charles in 2005. This home is our special place. There is nothing quite as relaxing as sitting on the porch with a glass of wine overlooking the lake at any time, during any season. It is a magical place.

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