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Beautiful Bayou Retreat

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Outdoor dining
Interior
TV, video games, DVD player, stereo
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Bayou Retreat

Pier and beam house on a nice quiet peninsula on Dorcheat Bayou. Personal boat ramp. Instant access to great fishing and hunting. Includes all amenities, grill and option of a personal chef to do your cooking for you if wanted for an additional fee. Bayou tours available for an additional fee.
Fishing guide service for additional fee.A very quaint peaceful stay on the bayou is waiting for you. Beautiful wrap around deck for relaxing and just enjoying the scenic bayou view.

Property manager

Mike

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

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Exterior

Cozy 2-bedroom cabin with WiFi, AC in tranquil Doyline

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
The price is AED 551
AED 1,511 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Cozy 2-bedroom cabin with WiFi, AC in tranquil Doyline

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

Beautiful Bayou Retreat House Doyline
Beautiful Bayou Retreat Doyline
Beautiful Bayou Retreat Minden
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Beautiful Bayou Retreat Private vacation home
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Vakker Bayou Retreat
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About the neighborhood

Map
Doyline, LA

What's nearby

  • Lake Bistineau State Park - 18 min drive
  • Harrah's Louisiana Downs - 23 min drive
  • Sam's Town Casino - 28 min drive
  • Margaritaville Resort Casino - 29 min drive
  • Barksdale Air Force Base - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tina's Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crawfish Hole Number Two - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Nicky's Mexican Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Bayou Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Bayou Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Bayou Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Bayou Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Crane Island, Little Crane Island, and Lake Bistineau State Park. Sandy Island and Webster Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Beautiful Bayou Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location.
Enjoyed the stay. The scenery was really neat. The place was clean and as promised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our Stay!
The house was clean and comfortable. The view of the bayou was great. The owner was readily available and was very helpful. We will definitely stay here again on our next visit to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend get away
Property worked perfectly for what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Cabin in the swamps
Disappointed no Wi-Fi no TV but other than that if you’re a good look reader bring a couple books relax it’s peaceful except for the trains going by constantly blowing the horn waking you up in the middle of the morning it was hell
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G., Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and picturesque
Perfect little escape for me. I love the outdoors and fishing. I enjoyed visiting with my daughter and grandson and made wonderful memories with them. I was unable to locate via GPS, but Mike was a phone call away to help save the day. I appreciate his hospitality and patience. I hope to revisit soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Starr S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Baseball weekend getaway
Property was beautiful and tucked away to give you the privacy and quietness to have a nice R and R stay. Getting to property was a little tricky but Mike was just a call away to help us out. It was nice to be able to launch our boat near by to enjoy the beautiful bayou and do a little fishing. It was a nice getaway for a baseball and boating filled weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic Louisiana Experience!!!
We loved this place! It is really in the swamp! The porch was a perfect place to watch the teens play volleyball in the yard. The ball went in the edge of the water a couple times but they love this place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful setting on the Bayou
My husband, myself and three of our adult children spent a long weekend at this house. The purpose of our trip was to welcome a new baby into our family. The new parents, our son, and his wife live nearby. We are a close family but unfortunately, we all live in different parts of the country. This house was perfect for our needs, it was clean and well equipped. We spent every wonderful morning and evening sitting on the deck relaxing and enjoying the fantastic scenery and each other's company. We loved it and hated to say goodbye. There is one small thing I need to mention; there are two bedrooms with two nice size beds however, the description stated the house will accommodate 5 people. We couldn't figure out where our daughter could sleep. We contacted the owner and were told there was a blow-up air mattress in the closet, but there was no bedding we could find. Fortunately, our son brought over some sheets and blankets. Other than that glitch everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael A., Ingleside

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay
House was exceptionally clean and everything worked as expected. Mike was a great host very kind and was always there if we needed anything. Very peaceful and relaxing place. Would go back in a heartbeat on our next opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing vacation spot
I was on a work trip but for my family this was a vacation. The cabin was super cute and clean. The accommodations were more than adequate for four adults and two kids. We had brought our own kids sleeping arrangements and there was more than enough space for a portable crib in the bedrooms. The view from the property was amazing and it was especially fun to sit on the patio at night and listen to the animal sounds. My kids fished and fed ducks. The owner was super accommodating due to the road being covered in water and even let us use a vehicle so we could get into the property from another parking lot, so our vehicle could stay safe. Will definitely be staying again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kadyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
He was was nice and friendly and if we needed something he was a text or call away. House was spotless and had everything we needed to cook. Had plenty of room and it was a great stay overall would definitely recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R., New Iberia, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best getaway location ever!
If you are looking for a peaceful and relaxing place to get away....look no further! This was the goal in looking for a place and the pictures are intriguing but don’t do it justice until you arrive. We did as another reviewer did and went down the wrong road. Mike came out and met us and showed us how to get there (make a right as soon as you go under the railroad tracks...lol). I was nervous about being able to get down the road to the house after reading the reviews, but if my Toyota Camry made it down then anyone can. Just be careful. After maneuvering the road and coming out at the end to the house ours mouths just dropped open! Wow! We knew immediately that this was the place for us! It is secluded and surrounded on three sides by the beautiful Bayou with Cypress trees. Upon entering the house we were amazed at how clean and beautifully decorated it is. Home away from home. We didn’t have to take linens, towels, dishes, etc. because it was all supplied. We were fine without cable or internet. The point was to get away and relax. As long as my phone was on mobile I still had access anyway. We took our own blue ray player and movies in case we wanted to watch something late at night. I loved not having constant news reports on cable because that was getting depressingly which is another reason why we wanted to get away! During out stay we would stand at the railing overlooking the Bayou and wishing we didn’t have to leave to go back home. We are definitely contemplating making a trip here an annual thing! Thank you Mike and wife for making this such a great trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason & Jana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Bayou Stay
We had a great time staying here. Mike was very helpful and quick to respond. The property is right on the bayou and is a great location. True cabin living. We had a great time relaxing on the porch and fishing. Was kind of nice to have no cable or internet and just hang out. The water was down a little but Mike worked out a bayou tour for all of us and had a great time. If you’re looking for a getaway in the bayou, this is the place to go. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gayle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely surprise
After going the wrong way and wondering what we’d gotten into, it was a lovely surprise to arrive and find this attractive home in a lovely bayou setting. The cypress trees with Spanish moss, the green lawn and friendly ducks charmed us all. The house was just as described and quite comfortable for my daughter and her family as well as for the little birthday party we had there. The road getting there was a bit tricky, but it wasn’t a long driveway, and the scene at the end was well worth it. Thank you for this lovely stay! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marvin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lousiana Bayou Living at it's best...
Really clean Cabin. Great View. It is real Louisiana Bayou Living. Beautiful Cypress Trees. Owner needs to do a little work on the driveway. Good thing I had a truck to get in and out out with. Will consider staying here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Great home on the bayou!
We made a last minute trip for Christmas to visit my son who is stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base (about 30 minutes away). Mike and his family were very accommodating. There was flooding in the area and the home was no longer accessible by car. Mike alerted us right away and offered us a boat to use. It was quite the adventure! His wife even put up Christmas decorations for us! We had a very enjoyable Christmas on the bayou thanks to Mike’s hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brant D.

Amazing place tucked away next to a bayou.
Mike was a great host!

10/10 Excellent

Leisa J.

Very nice. Quiet, clean. Not far from town. We really enjoyed our stay.
Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daryl H.

Very Accomodating
Mike was a great host and had everything we needed when we arrived. It was a long day of riding in the rain to get there so it was great to just get dry, cook supper, and relax. We are already planning our next trip. Hopefully with less rain this time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T., Ky

Sweet-beautiful.
We will stay here again. Pack your food park and relax. There is a wal-mart down the road if you need it. We have an Air Man that was in need of getting off base. He got to fish with his dad. Clean place to stay. Just made good memories. The owner is great about getting back to you via text. I would love to see a swing on the back deck next trip. I couldn’t ask for a better place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bill G., Live in the Texas Hill Country

Great place. Beautiful location.
We had a couple of days off between work events and really wanted to experience bayou living...this place filled the bill for sure. House was clean and roomy, deck was huge and the view was awesome. We fished, kayaked and collected wild blackberries. Great time. Mike and his wife were very accommodating. Def recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

Hidden Gem!
Pictures do not do this property justice! We came for our son's fishing tournament on the Red River and wanted a place outside of Shreveport to unwind. The property owner Mike, his family and neighbor went above and beyond to show us an awesome time! We were having so much fun, we almost stayed an extra day! Very cozy and peaceful, if you like nature you'll love this place and these people!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Crystal L.

Great getaway
This was a nice stay. I was a little skeptical because of all the water. But it turned out well. More than we actually asked for. We left the place once to go get groceries. I turned my phone on do not disturb and we just enjoyed our whole weekend in nature and disconnected it was great. The owner mike was more than helpful. He showed us how to navigate the rode and got us gas for the grill. We grill burgers every night, fished and played cards. It was great. Thanks.