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Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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

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.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

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. Visit our Lacombe travel guide
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Lacombe, LA

What's nearby

  • Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge
    Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Canal Street
    Canal Street
    55 min drive - 96.3 km
  • Bourbon Street
    Bourbon Street
    56 min drive - 94.9 km
  • Sunny day at New Orleans, LA downtown. View from Mississippi
    Port of New Orleans
    59 min drive - 100.6 km
  • Saint Tammany State Game Refuge
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • White House Coffee And Creamery
    8 min drive
  • Janie Brown's
    8 min drive
  • Sal & Judy's
    7 min drive
  • Subway
    7 min drive
  • Char Lou's
    7 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 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).

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Bayou Lacombe Big Branch Wildlife Refuge Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
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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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Perfect getaway

House was very nice. Location was perfect. Host was excellent. We had a great time and look forward to a return visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

2nd time staying here - Fantastic!

Just as great as the first time I stayed here. The host Laura is very responsive and accommodating. A beautiful home and layout. Views are amazing. Will be back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy r.

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

Amazing

We felt at home!! The veiw is breathtaking and the nature just makes this place even more amazing. We will definitely be coming back to make more family memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Perfect Bayou Getaway

If you are looking for clean, simple, comfortable getaway this place is it! The property is convenient to Mandeville and Slidell. One of the best restaurants, Sal and Judy's is right around the corner. We enjoyed the access to the water, fishing off the dock and the cute river otter that stopped for a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

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

Peaceful

House is beautiful and well maintained. The view is spectacular. Owners were attentive to ourvneeds. Highly
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Bayou Serenity

I stayed at the property with a friend. We loved the scenic views and the abundant wildlife in the area. Sunrise on the deck with coffee is the only way to go. Television was unnecessary.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Anniversaries

We were celebrating two anniversaries, 50th & 30th. The house was great for six of us, we brought dinner back one night & had everything we needed. Very comfortable & beautiful. The view was perfect, pretty sure we saw a crock floating just below the surface. My husband rescued a crawfish & we had a frog visit outside our window. Got my daughter very excited. Thank you, if we ever return this would be a great place for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Exactly as pictured!

Lovely views and very clean. My only complaint would be the lack of freshness of the towels - they needed to be washed with softener and dried completely. We did that ourselves. Otherwise, it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmelia W.

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

Birthday getaway

The home was clean and cozy. Im one that has the horrible habit of falling asleep to the noise of a TV. There were no tvs in the bedrooms, but I used my tablet. Worked out fine. The view of the lake was especially beautiful to wale up to. The restaurants suggested by host were delicious and good customer service. Nearly an hour drive to the city, but this made our getaway that more unique. We had the best of both worlds on this New Orleans vacay. Camp David delivered!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Living on the Bayou for a Week

Our vacation 2025 in Lacombe, LA was one for the books for sure, seen and experienced things we never thought we would get to see and do. We have so many memories that we will cherish for a lifetime. The home was so beautiful and peaceful being on the water. We got to see alligators every day while we were staying. The home was so much more beautiful and awesome, the pictures do not show the true beauty this home offers. Laura the host, was the best host ever!! She provided just about everything one would need while staying in your home, including great places to eat, things to do, you name it. I just cannot speak highly enough of Laura. Every evening, we would come back and fish. We had caught and released so many different kinds of fish. I have to say this was the best part of staying in Lacombe. We will definitely be booking a future stay with Laura. I just cant not get into words our AWESOME our stay was!!! Love, friends and family from Oklahoma
Dustin and Melissa
Eric
Laura
The morning, we left Lacombe
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelic M.

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

Hidden wonder

My husband and I brought my parents and 16 year old grandson to LA for their first time Easter weekend to visit family (2025). And our stay at this home was absolutely the cherry on top. Wish we'd had more time to just relax and enjoy the home without having to leave. The home is beautiful, clean and has plenty of space to move around comfortably, and stocked with just about everything you need for cooking/bbq'g, along with cleaning supplies and more. The view from the front porch is absolutely stunning!!! My hubby, father and grandson enjoyed fishing right in front of the house. Doesnt get much better than this. We are in awe. Would definitely love to stay here again and we'd be perfectly content if we could just stay put. Comfortable, serene, BEAUTIFUL!!! Laura's very responsive, kind, and welcoming. Thanks for a great stay! Hated leaving! No doubt I'd recommended this place.accomodations
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

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

Good base in the bayous for a Louisiana experience!

When we arrived this house (or "camp" as they say) was clean, well-stocked, has a quality about it, and has an awesome view of a slow-moving river. It took a very still night with calm water for a flashlight to penetrate the water enough to see a single alligator swimming. There are mosquitoes around, but don't spoil an evening on the Adirondack chairs looking out over the river. The camp is well built but does vibrate when the wind comes up, might be disconcerting to some, and I guess is a feature of being built up on wood pilings. Take "coastal flood warnings" as relevant - we had one and there was minor flooding of the boat dock and water across the road - not enough to prevent us driving anywhere though. We used this camp as a base to see some of the surrounding Northshore, and drive into New Orleans over the endless Lake Pontchartrain causeway (about 24 miles long). GPS navigation for visitors should be considered essential when driving anywhere in the state. On a fussy note, we would like to have seen proximity lights come on in the parking area under the camp for when we arrived back at night. There is a range of cooking pans, but all have Teflon coatings well known to be toxic, so we had to buy a few ceramic pans at Walmart. And I would like to have seen more EV chargers - both in the rental properties available and in the state in general. This camp is a great base for a New Orleans and Louisiana experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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