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The Secret Bayou Retreat to Rest and Unwind - HAR1

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Iowa, LA
  • McNeese State University
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Lauberge Casino Lake Charles
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Golden Nugget
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Secret Bayou Retreat to Rest and Unwind - HAR1

Discover your perfect home away from home in this bright and welcoming 2-bedroom apartment nestled in the peaceful town of East Lake Charles, Louisiana. With space to comfortably sleep 6 guests, this cozy gem features two full-size beds and two twin beds, making it ideal for groups of families or friends.

Start your mornings with a relaxing soak in the shower/tub combo, and enjoy the calm of a quiet neighborhood that still keeps you close to everything!

🛍️ Walking distance to Family Dollar and Spring Market
🚗 Quick access to I-10 and Hwy 90
🎰 Only 15 minutes to Downtown Lake Charles, 20 minutes to Golden Nugget & L’Auberge Casinos
🌆 Just 20 minutes to Sulphur and Westlake

Whether you're here for business, a weekend getaway, or to explore the Lake Charles area, this peaceful spot has you covered. It’s clean, comfy, and perfectly located—a stay that’s as easy as it is unforgettable.

Book now and enjoy a unique Louisiana experience you’ll want to come back to again and again.

The Sweet Life starts here!
We’re excited to host you! To ensure a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable stay, please review and follow these house rules:

🔑 Access & Security
* Check-in Instructions will be provided on the day of arrival around 10:00 a.m. This message will include property address, door code and wifi information.
* The door code is provided only to the person who made the reservation. Please ensure that you share this information with the other members of your group, as we will not be able to provide it to anyone else.
* For safety and to protect your reservation, only registered guests are allowed on the property.

🚗 Parking
* This property's parking is in the parking lot behind the building.

📦 Deliveries
* No mail or package deliveries are allowed during your stay. We are not responsible for lost or undelivered items.

🔊 Noise & Respect for Neighbors
* No loud music or disruptive noise, especially outdoors or in common areas.
* Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Please be respectful of our neighbors and other guests.

🚭 Smoking
* No smoking of any kind or vaping inside the home. A cleaning/deodorization fee of $200 will be charged if this rule is violated.
* Smoking is allowed only outside and away from doors and windows. Please do not throw cigarrete butts on ground/grass.

🧼 Cleanliness & Maintenance
* Please treat the space with care and report any damages or issues promptly so we can address them quickly. Please note that any damages inside the house, as well as any broken or lost items, will result in additional charges to cover repairs or replacements.
* Excessive mess may result in an additional cleaning charge .

👥 Guest Count
* The number of guests must match your reservation. Unregistered guests are not allowed. If the number of guests is more than the ones registered, an additional fee of the maximun capacity of the house will be charged.

📹 Security Cameras
* For safety and insurance reasons, we monitor the exterior of the property using security cameras.
* For your privacy, there is absolutely no cameras inside the properties.

🔥 Parties, Events and Nuisance
* No parties, events, small/large outside large gatherings and/or Nuisance are allowed. In violation of this, the police will be called, and the reservation will be immediately canceled without refund.
Additionally, an extra cost of $1,000 imposed by the HOA, plus $300 for extra cleaning, will be charged.

🐾 Pets
* $60 Non refundable pet fee. Pets Allowed: Dogs and/or cats. No bigger than 20 pounds.


📞 Need Help? We’re Here for You!
If you need anything during your stay, feel free to reach out:
You'll find features like laundry facilities at this apartment building. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine, and Smart TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 13 minutes by car from Northgate Shopping Center and 15 minutes from Goosport Park
This apartment offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Iowa apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Mateo Santacoloma

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 861 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

198875

The Secret Bayou Retreat to Rest and Unwind - HAR1 Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tonya J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and relaxing stay!

We only had a chance to stay for one night but would have enjoyed staying longer! The apartment was plenty or room for my family of six. Everything was perfectly homey, spotless, and had good amenities! We appreciated the large TV to watch movies and play video games together. The couch and beds were comfy and spotless. The area is somewhat remote so it's very nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Eva K.

Good Overall

Floors could have been cleaner and there were some basic amenities missing but the hosts were super friendly and helpful so it was great overall. Next time, I’ll confirm ahead of time about any specific amenities needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024