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Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat

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The front door of the house and deck overlooking Bayou Lacombe.
Street view, what you’ll see as you arrive to Camp David.
Living room with 55” smart TV.
Full functional Kitchen - stainless steel appliances.
Dining area with a marsh view and seating for 6.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lacombe, LA
  • Place, Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Tammany State Game Refuge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat

Big Branch National Wildlife Refuge offers spectacular sunrises, sunsets and even glimpses of Bald Eagles. Lacombe Bayou offers beautiful waterways and a traditional Louisiana experience minutes away from Lake Pontchartrain.

There are two security cameras on the exterior of the house.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
No need to strip beds, we will handle that.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Lacombe

Located in Lacombe, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Saint Tammany State Game Refuge and Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and John Slidell Park.
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Lacombe, LA

What's nearby

  • Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Saint Tammany State Game Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Canal Street - 58 min drive - 95.9 km
  • Bourbon Street - 58 min drive - 94.9 km
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 59 min drive - 97.4 km

Getting around

  • Slidell Station - 23 min drive
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Janie Brown's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sal & Judy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪White House Coffee And Creamery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pepe's Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat on 23 Apr 2026 start from £168, 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 at Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, Saint Tammany State Game Refuge and Lake Pontchartrain. Bayou Lacombe Park and Bayou Lacombe Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great time staying here. 3rd time visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful stay! The location was beautiful with the most spectacular sunrises we’ve ever seen. We enjoyed the spotless home with amazing views across the entire back of the home. We crabbed off the pier for fun. Laura was amazing and made sure our stay was perfect!
The most beautiful sunrises!!
Such a thoughtful card and cakes provided since we were celebrating our anniversary!
So much fun crabbing!
The views from the bedroom windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dusti S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely incredible!!!The house, the communication!Everything was magical for a Christmas on the bayou.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

monique h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as it was listed. So quiet and loved the seclusion. Laura is a wonderful host. Would atay again for sure. Sunrises were breathtaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location for exploring the North Shore area (Covington, Abita Springs, Slidell). The house was lovely, clean, modern and amazing views of the sunrise over Bayou Lacombe. The host was welcoming and gave excellent information. We really enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rex J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful location with gorgeous sunrise and sunsets! Clean home with everything you need. Bringing y kayaks next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just returned from a 3 night stay. We have stayed at many homes and this one out ranked most. The host was very welcoming and the place was extremely accommodating, clean and comfortable. Everything that we needed was there for our use. The location is quaint and quiet. The scenery was beautiful, especially the sunrises and sunsets. We have family that lives close and we look forward to booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful stay. We came in for our son's wedding being held in nearby Mandeville, we arrived pre wedding to be sure to also get a little sight seeing in to the trip. The back deck offered amazing views and wildlife. Comfy beds, clean amenities, everything we needed was at hand. Hosts were a joy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very clean and comfortable. Outdoor area was amazing. We spent all day outside fishing and crabbing. With the house being lifted we were able to set up underneath with toys for the babies to stay entertained. Kitchen was great and master shower was very nice. Big windows allow you to see sunrise and bayou from kitchen and living room. Will definitely try to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Family get together.

My family gets together several times a year in different cities just to keep in touch. We come from all over the country and Camp David was a perfect location because many family members live near New Orleans. The space provided more than enough room to accommodate everyone that stopped by to visit. Our family highly recommends this beautiful property!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Domonique J.

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

Lacombe’s gem

My family and I had a pleasant stay. Lake area was relaxing. View of the lake was beautiful. Home felt clean and calming! Pictures on site are accurate to the location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Great place to stay

Clean, relaxing, great location, beautiful surroundings. We enjoyed our time and hope to go back sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth b.

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

Fantastic get away

Great location! Close to so many attractions but in a very peaceful location! Lived the environment Everything we needed was there Owners were amazing and super helpful Loved seeing alligators from the porch every AMAn absolutely 5 experience
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lydia l.

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

Great location

Great location Big branch marsh wildlife refuge is gorgeous
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Wonderful Place

The house was perfect for us. Couldn't have asked for a better set up. The house was very clean. Location was perfect for us. We could go enjoy what we wanted, and the retreat away from the hustle of the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

catlin j.

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

Staycation

Beautiful camp with the best view of bayou lacombe in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

lydia l.

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

National wildlife refuge

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Fantastic Place!

Wonderful place to stay! Clean and comfortable with an incredible view. Will try and stay here again in the future. Hosts were great as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Bayou stay

It was a very nice place and at a great location for the Bayou.Beautiful scenes
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The amenities were fantastic. The house itself was beautiful and very well maintained. The location of the house was perfect for my daughter who loves birdwatching. We really enjoyed the peace and quietness by the river. The water inside the house was a bit murky but I believe that's an external issue throughout St. Tammany parish. Would definitely recommend this spot for anyone wanting to be in a peaceful location but still be near big cities within 30 mins.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitch H.

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

It was awesome we injoyed it so much can’t wait to go back

The crabing was good the camp was awesome the people were so good if you had a question they were on it absolutely a good experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman P.

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

Honeymoon Getaway

Extremely clean and awesome view of the sunrise and sunset on the bayou!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dot N.

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

perfect spot

This was a beautiful spot and perfect accommodations for our family. It becomes a long drive to tourist and popular spots, but worth it if you like the solitude and beauty of a bayou and wildlife preserve.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire P.

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

Water-front property on a nature preserve. What could be better!

The property was even nicer than we hoped - clean, comfortable, well-maintained. The sunrise view over the nature preserve was quite spectacular! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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