Sportsmans Retreat in Paradise! Bayou Bungalow near New Orleans Sleeps 10

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10139 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Slidell, LA

Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge1 min walk
Oak Harbor Golf Club10 min drive
Honey Island Swamp13 min drive
New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

LOFT

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Whether you want to visit the famous French Quarter, walk the beach on the gulf coast or fish, hunt and crab to your hearts delight; this is what you've been searching for! Located in Pirates Harbor in the Rigolets off Lake Pontchartrain and Lake Borgne, we are only a 30 minute drive to visit Bourbon St or the beaches and casinos of Mississippi. From the large front deck you will enjoy the scenic views of Big Branch National Wildlife Refuge while you watch the sunrise over the marsh. The evening will present you with breathtaking sunsets from the rear deck. Launch your boat at the Rigolets Marina which is about 2 miles down the road. Dock your boat at our dock or fish and crab right from the dock. Camp Reel Estate sits on a scenic bayou that is a short 15 minute boat ride out to Lake Pontchartrain. The camp is a fully furnished 2 bedroom and 2 bath home with a large upper loft - the home sleeps a total of 10 people in beds. Our waterfront home has all the amenities of your home plus some things you might need while you enjoy your stay in our little piece of paradise. We provide a burner, boiling pot, propane grill, crab traps, fishing poles, pedal boat, kayak, plus all you will need in the kitchen to cook that pot of gumbo or fry up those fish you catch! Fish at night off of the dock lights or just relax in the bayou breeze. Of course there are also some great nearby restaurants for you to dine if the fish don't cooperate :).
Be sure to visit Olde Towne Slidell along with the quaint shops and restaurants. Check out their event calendar for their annual festivals which are sure to please. Fremaux Center is a great shopping and dining area and is only about 4 miles away. There are 4 grocery stores nearby also so don't worry if you forget to bring something!
Most importantly you will enjoy the serenity of the bayou breeze and the sound of the fish jumping, birds chirping and yeah you may see a gator or two in the wildlife reserve across the highway. We have TV and free internet but chances are those will be the last thing on your mind. There's also a tower speaker so bring your music to plug in.
We want to share our dream and little piece of paradise with you. We look forward to having you as our guests.

Property manager

Siobhan Michel

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

$50 cleaning fee per pet. Max 2 dogs

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Pets considered on a case by case basis with an additional deposit

Our neighbors live here full time so your respect and consideration is expected and appreciated

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Slidell

Located in Slidell, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Infinity Science Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Slidell, LA

What's nearby

Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk
Slidell Memorial Hospital - 9 min drive
Bayou Country General Store - 10 min drive
Oak Harbor Golf Club - 10 min drive
Honey Island Swamp - 13 min drive

Getting around

Slidell Station - 9 min drive
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 5 min drive
Taco Bell - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers - 8 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sportsmans Retreat in Paradise! Bayou Bungalow near New Orleans Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

ray j.

2 May 2024

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

Great place to stay

This place was amazing. Very clean and had everything we needed. I have stayed here a number of times and enjoyed every time. The host is top notch and will help you in any way. You can't go wrong staying here. Will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale A.

17 Mar 2024

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

Spring break

We thoroughly enjoyed this home. Our son’s high school baseball team had a tournament in the Mandeville and Hanhville area for Spring break. The owners were very accommodating and communicative to all our questions and inquiry. location was very convenient for us. This place was all that we could ask for for our vacation.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

20 Feb 2024

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

Great stay and value

This little camp/home had everything. It’s a quiet spot with plenty of space for 8+ and all the amenities you could ask for. Good value for what it offered.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer B., Riverside CA

13 Feb 2024

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

Awesome Home

This place was so wonderful. Very clean we loved fishing on the deck and the location was so awesome. Was a wonderful spot. Had lots of room for my family and everything you need to cook and BBQ. we will be back such a wonderful time.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

13 Dec 2023

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

AWSOME

AWSOME ALL THE WAY AROUND !!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Siobhan Michel

I am a Real Estate agent which is how our camp got its name! Both my husband and I have been in the hospitality industry for 30 years and we hope we can share our southern hospitality with you and your family or friends.

Why they chose this property

Sleeps a bunch so it's great for a big family or friend gathering. Surrounded by water and wildlife and a great place to experience a quiet and relaxing vacation.

What makes this property unique

The front and back decks are just amazing to view the sunrise and sunset. There is always a wonderful breeze in the long driveway which makes it great for outdoor dining and relaxing. Across the highway from the camp we have another fishing pier and don't be surprised if you spot an alligator or two!