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Private Boat Launch! Riverfront Jefferson Retreat

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Jefferson Vacation Rental | 4BR | 3BA | 1,500 Sq Ft | Step-Free Access
Patio | Outdoor Dining Set | Charcoal Grill
Private Boat Launch | Kayaks
Main House | Screened-In Porch
A spacious kitchen with grey cabinets, a grey sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Jefferson, TX
  • Place, Singleton’s Virginia Cross Home
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Jefferson Carnegie Library
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Jefferson Historical Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Additional Sleeping (Boathouse Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (Boathouse)

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Private Boat Launch! Riverfront Jefferson Retreat

'Camp Joli Bayou' | 1.5-Acre Property | Amazing Views

Pack your bags for a group getaway at this Jefferson vacation rental! The property offers a main house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, as well as a boathouse with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, allowing everyone in your crew to have their own space to relax. Spend mornings out on the kayaks, afternoons boating on Caddo Lake, and evenings browsing the historic downtown, then unwind with sunset cocktails by the water. You deserve this!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4 (Boathouse): 1 queen bed
- Boathouse Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Riverfront yard w/ boat launch
- Kayaks & life vests
- Wraparound balcony & screened-in porch
- Patio w/ dining set
- Charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal)
- Fire pit (starter wood provided)

MAIN HOUSE FEATURES
- Smart TV
- Board games & books
- Dining table, ceiling fans

MAIN HOUSE KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker & Keurig (bring your own coffee)
- Toaster oven, blender, cocktail shaker
- Cooking & baking basics
- Dishware & flatware

BOATHOUSE FEATURES
- Flat-screen TV
- Dining table, ceiling fans

BOATHOUSE KITCHENETTE
- Refrigerator, stovetop, microwave
- Keurig coffee maker (bring your own coffee)
- Ice maker, cooking basics
- Dishware & flatware

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central heating & A/C
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer, towels & linens
- Trash bags & paper towels
- Baby changing table & walker
- Keyless entry

FAQ
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-level main house w/ step-free entry
- Bedroom & full bathroom on 1st floor
- Single-level boathouse w/ step-free entry

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- 8 miles to Jefferson's downtown area: museums, dining, shopping, events
- 16 miles to Caddo Lake State Park
- 17 miles to Lake O' the Pines
- 53 miles to Shreveport: dining, shopping, live entertainment & casinos
- 50 miles to Shreveport Regional Airport & East Texas Regional Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Sound travels over water, so if you are outside, please be mindful of this
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- The 2-level main house offers step-free entry, and there is a bedroom and a full bathroom on the 1st floor. The single-level boathouse offers step-free entry
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Jefferson

Located in Jefferson, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caddo Lake State Park and Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge, while Museum of Measurement and Time and The Atalanta - Jay Gould Railroad Car are cultural highlights. Haley's Antiques and Historic Jefferson Railway are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and motor boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Jefferson, TX

What's nearby

  • Singleton’s Virginia Cross Home - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • The Grove - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Jefferson Carnegie Library - 15 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Old Mill Antiques - 15 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Jefferson Historical Museum - 15 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Depot - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bulldog Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McGarity's Restaurant & Saloon - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Serenity Ranch - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Boat Launch! Riverfront Jefferson Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Boat Launch! Riverfront Jefferson Retreat?

As of May 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Boat Launch! Riverfront Jefferson Retreat on Aug 1, 2026 start from $315, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Boat Launch! Riverfront Jefferson Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Boat Launch! Riverfront Jefferson Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Boat Launch! Riverfront Jefferson Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Singleton’s Virginia Cross Home, The Grove, and Haley's Antiques. Oakwood Cemetery and Museum of Measurement and Time are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place on the river. The main house sleeps 3 couple comfortably and is really nice. The boathouse is its own 1 bedroom apartment and is very comfortable for a couple. Very clean and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
We enjoyed this house this week because it gave us a place to gather out of town family under one roof for a funeral. We laughed and talked and got to be together in way that would not have been possible in a hotel. If you like to fish, this would not disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cresta W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to make memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Very nice place

Had a great time. Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Beautiful property

This property is beautiful and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelica H.

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

Girls trip

Beautiful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was quiet and peaceful. River access was great. Host was very friendly and responsive. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Girls trip

The property was well maintained and pictures were accurate. Very cute place and amazing being right on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra R.

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

My stay

Very nice home. Great place to stay. Very quiet and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Roseanne

East TX at its Best!

My family multi generational family spent a weekend at this lovely property. It's spacious, well appointed & equipped, and very clean. The security gate and fenced yard was especially nice.I highly recommend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

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

Had a great time

We had a great time house had lots of things we needed even things we never thought about
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Amazing!

Joli Bayou is amazing! It's everything my family needed plus more. Love the location and the peacefulness of the the entire property. We highly recommend this property. We will be coming back from Oklahoma to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Perfect Spot

This was a great spot on the river with great lodging! It was a great place to rest and relax and the short drive into Jefferson made it even better! Access to the river was super easy because of the boat ramp and that was a plus for us. We appreciated that the house was stocked with those items you sometimes forget or need in a pinch. We had the privilege of meeting the owners and they seem like exceptional people! Book here- you won't be disappointed!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Girls' trip

From the moment we drove up to the property we were in love. I had a loss in my family (my spouse), and needed this getaway. The boat house was a source of solace for me. The rest of the property, including the dock (!!!!), full kitchen, and ease of check in and check out was wonderful. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna G.

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

Country Bayou

Very nice property. Bugs and mosquitoes was a problem outside, so we didn’t get to enjoy the deck outside. The road is quite rough going about 2 miles into the dense woods to the property location. We enjoyed antique shopping and restaurants in the town of Jefferson. All in all the property was very accommodating and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

G. A. L.

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

Perfect, Perfect Perfect!!!

We needed an escape to recharge our physical and mental batteries and Joli's Bayou provided the charge that we needed. The home is off the beaten path, but is well worth the journey. The attention to detail, the cleanliness and the accommodations were just great. The host and hostess couldn't have been any nicer. We were welcomed with snacks, some of the most comfortable beds and some excellent fishing during our downtime. We WILL return to Jefferson and this will be our retreat Thanks to Roxanne and Burt, you guys are the Best!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana F.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Only 1 Problem

Problems with opening the lock.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

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