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

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101500 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Slidell, LA
  • Place, Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Lagoon
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Canal Street
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Slidell

With a stay at this vacation home in Slidell, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and a 3-minute drive from Olimpic Beach. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Lake Pontchartrain and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Fritchie Park.
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What's nearby

  • Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Little Lagoon - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Canal Street - 35 min drive - 37.0 miles
  • Bourbon Street - 35 min drive - 36.1 miles
  • Port of New Orleans - 39 min drive - 39.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Patron - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

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. We want to share our dream and little piece of paradise with you. We look forward to having you as our guests.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features wheelchair access, games, and snorkeling nearby. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby, sailing nearby, and water skiing nearby.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50 cleaning fee per pet. Max 2 dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Sportsmans Retreat Paradise Bayou Bungalow New Orleans Sleeps 10
Sportsmans Retreat Paradise Bayou Bungalow New Orleans Sleeps 10

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very welcoming and clean! We had a wonderful stay. The views were top notch and exactly as described!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay! Great location with lots of activities available on-site for all! We loved having this as our home base for the long weekend in NOLA. Thanks to Siobhan for being such a wonderful host!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sam h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place for our family to stay. The cabin was very clean and nice. We enjoyed the dock and the canoes. The teens had fun fishing and crabbing! I would suggest plenty of bug spray- just goes with the territory!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such an incredible time at this picturesque location. We soaked up New Orleans and Baton Rouge, but cherished our family time together at this house. It is absolutely stunning and my teens loved crabbing and kayaking. We grilled steaks, roasted veggies, and the kitchen had everything we needed. We had plenty of room and all slept well! The owners are extremely generous and thoughtful, communicating regularly to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodations were amazing, I’m probably the best stock kitchen I have ever stayed in. Also the communication was top-notch from start to finish. We were very impressed.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ray j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time as always at this house. The host is top notch and the place is very, very clean. I've stayed here at lease 5 times and will return again. Can't go wrong staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous, just what we were looking for to enjoy peaceful quiet time together. Loved the fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. Plenty of space and super clean. We caught fish off the dock and enjoyed family games. Wheelchair friendly as well! The hosts were extremely nice and accommodating. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany V.

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

We had a great time!!

10/10 will recommend booking and staying at this property ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Freddie H.

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

Birthday Trip

Nice and clean very relaxing we enjoyed it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolie M.

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

Quiet escape from NOLA

The perfect escape from the craziness of New Orleans. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

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

Wonderful House!

This is a wonderful house for a family vacation. Many thoughtful touches at the house made us feel comfortable & at home. The hosts were great and very communicative, they went out of there way to make sure we had everything we needed for a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ray j.

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

Great time at Reel Estate

This house and host are the best. Everything you could possibly want to have a great time. Beds are comfortable and the place is very clean. I think I’ve been here at least 5 times and would not stay anywhere else. Can’t go wrong.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie-Lyn S.

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

Paradise on the Bayou

Amazing property and location and the owners spoiled us by providing so many extras and finishing touches . A truly memorable stay and we hope to be back soon .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M L.

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

Reel nice

Perfect place to relax after busy days downtown NOLA. Very clean, wonderful communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ray j.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

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

Great stay

My family and I had a great first visit to Louisiana. Property manager was very kind and helpful. Would definitely stay again. We didn’t have time to use all of the wonderful amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Family Getaway

We stayed at Reel Estate for three nights. The place was just as described in post. Everything we needed for our stay was there. We cooked in side and BBq'ed on the grill. We caught fish off the dock, enjoyed the paddle boat, and just R&R!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

denise t.

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

Great stay!

Very clean and welcoming home. Lots of extras included, you won't have to bring much! Great communication with the owners. Super stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

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

Family getaway

We came to Slidell to visit family and stayed at this property. We loved it here. Great location to see wildlife and relax. We had an unexpected hiccup in our plans and the owners were very accommodating and willing to work with our schedule to get the most out of our stay. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jade M.

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

Amazing camp!

Great location with gorgeous sun rise and sun sets to view from the porch! Very well stocked and place felt warm and comfy. The host goes above and beyond to welcome you. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer B.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Great house!

Our group stayed here while we were fishing with a guide who's boat was about a mile away. The house was exactly as advertised! The owners were great to work with, too. Made everything very easy for us and we look forward to another stay in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valarie L.

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

Close to NO & get away

Wonderful experience! Great place, very accommodating. Well stocked kitchen, plus to use kayak, paddle boats, and traps.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023