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Waterfront The Red Camp at Lake Bistineau

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A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees and a body of water, likely a lake or pond.
A kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a stove, refrigerator, and shelves with kitchenware.
Games room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Dock

Explore the area

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Heflin, LA
  • Place, Lake Bistineau State Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Louisiana Downs
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Margaritaville Resort Casino
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 12)

Bunk room

+1
2 Single Beds, 1 Double Futon and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Sleeper sofa downstairs in the living room.

2 Double Futons

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront The Red Camp at Lake Bistineau

About 45 minutes from Shreveport/Bossier City, our lake house is located on a quiet curve of Lake Bistineau, known for its Spanish Moss-draped cypress trees and lovely sunsets.

The annual draw down of the lake has finished and the gates are closed. The lake is slowly filling up. Please inquire as to the water level.

Also, check our Shades of Blue house right next door if you need space for a larger group! Here is the correct link to the blue house:

https://www.vrbo.com/2719583

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Please no smoking in the house or the boat house. Smoking outside is fine. Please dispose of your cigarette butts safely in the fire pit or trash.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2040855vb
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

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Heflin, LA

What's nearby

  • Bonnie and Clyde Ambush Museum - 38 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Lake Bistineau State Park - 42 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Harrah's Louisiana Downs - 48 min drive - 71.1 km
  • Horseshoe Bossier City Casino - 58 min drive - 83.0 km
  • Margaritaville Resort Casino - 59 min drive - 85.2 km

Getting around

  • Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Joy Marina - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Our Place - ‬37 min drive
  • El Toro
  • ‪Wilson's Bistineau Inn - ‬48 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront The Red Camp at Lake Bistineau pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront The Red Camp at Lake Bistineau ?

As of 18 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront The Red Camp at Lake Bistineau on 28 July 2026 start from AU$886, 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 Waterfront The Red Camp at Lake Bistineau ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront The Red Camp at Lake Bistineau ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront The Red Camp at Lake Bistineau ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront The Red Camp at Lake Bistineau located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Minden City Hall, Minden City Park and Webster Parish Library. Minden Recreation Complex and Caney Lakes Recreation Area are also within 25 miles (40 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. 29 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property, well kept. Great access to the lake. Host provided almost everything you needed. Provided good pre instructions. Family friendly activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend for our family! Check in was super easy and great communication and hospitality from our host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

Great Place

Peaceful, relaxing and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary is always an amazing host! The cabin is in a great location for disconnecting from the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

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

Family Getaway

We love visiting this place! Wonderful space to disconnect from the city! Amazing host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

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

Great

Beautiful place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

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

Great time

Awesome place I will be back same time next year
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd time staying there this summer! Mary is the absolute best! We love the property and will 100% stay there everytime we come to Lousiana! So many memories made. Perfect lake house!
Best sunsets sitting at boat house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny F.

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

Wonderful stay

It was very clean and well stocked. Appreciated the host's checking in to be sure things were okay for me. Was made to feel very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

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

Peaceful and beautiful

My sisters and I enjoyed a quiet stay in this unique little lake house. Our host was so kind to leave homemade cookies. My sisters said the cookies were delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Windy B.

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

Peaceful and Beautiful

The property was clean ,the owner was very accommodating .I hated to leave. I look forward to going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devin V.

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

The owner was very responsive

It was much smaller in person than appeared in photos, but overall it was a good visit for a weekend and we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rudy G.

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

Nice stay and very responsive host!

Host is very helpful and responsive! She was very helpful and responded to texts even at late night. The friendly neighborhood dogs who roam around this property makes this place so homely.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith F.

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

80th Birthday

The two adjoining properties were perfect for our family gathering to celebrate an 80th birthday. Our group ranged from 9-82 years old and everyone had a great time and enjoyed the accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christina G.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful Place to stay! Mary is a wonderful host. If you needed anything she has it there. We had a wonderful time celebrating Easter with friends and family. The kids enjoyed the lake and there's so much room and things to do. Not a dull moment, such a great place to get away
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riley P.

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

Beautiful/Relaxing Stay

We are obsessed with everything about this gem that is not far from our home! From the house to the house boat we loved everything about it. The view was amazing. We looked forward in waking up in the morning to drink a cup of coffee on the screen porch. Also, loved the fact Shreveport is not that far with a great selection of things to do. We will 100% be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi R.

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

7th Anniversary

We loved our stay at the red lake house !! It rained most of the weekend. We loved listening to the rain on the roof. The host was super friendly and baked us cookies !!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Wedding

Very nice country setting right on the lake, cool dock and game room. Everything you need for a nice weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen L.

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

Great Little Place

We loved this place! Great hidden gem. Our group loved the screened In porch and the fishing on the dock in the evening and night. Great place for us to hang out with our family. Mary was great at communicating and offering solutions. We had a power outage and Mary reached out immediately to make sure all was well. Property was clean and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

Family Getaway

We loved this house on the lake. The house was very clean and had everything we needed for the long weekend. The covered screened in porch was the perfect spot for coffee in the mornings and to relax in the evenings. The host is so sweet and quickly responds to messages. There is plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors or spend time in the water. There are plenty of games for both indoors and outdoors. The extra beds upstairs makes this great for a large family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noah W.

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

Short weekend getaway

We chose this place to stay for my cousins wedding. The owner was very responsive and comforting. She baked up home made cookies to start which were delicious. The house was smaller than we thought but was very quaint and homey. The one down side is the lack of curtains on all the windows, but it could also take away from all the natural light. All in all, we would 100% book this house again. Would recommend to anyone looking for a quick getaway with a very caring host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Amazing Lake House

Mary was amazing the entire time. Her response time was so fast. Asked for an early check in because we came from ND. She not only gave us an early check in but also a late checkout. The internet went down u messaged her and within minutes she called me and walked me through trying to fix it. The view is amazing. This place has everything. Games, kayaks, fishing gear, swimming pad, the house if fully stocked with everything you may need. We loved our stay. 100% would stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T. J.

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

Beautiful historic property, stunning location

Our family had an amazing visit, despite the weather, and made some great memories here. Mary provided everything we needed, and then some. Know that it is an old house, and that’s part of it’s charm, so there are some rustic, quirky elements to be expected. If you don’t mind that the bathroom is downstairs while the beds are upstairs, you’ll have a great time. If you happen to be a light sleeper, and have traveling companions who go to the bathroom during the night, you may want to have them sleep downstairs on the sofa sleeper or bring an air mattress, just to keep from making trips up and down, and potentially waking other sleepers. Otherwise, A++ Everything you could possibly need for a good, relaxing time on the lake, it’s all here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bistineau Beauty

Perfect place to relax and rejuvenate.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DANNY W.

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

Weekend trip

We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mary Wimer

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Wife, mother of three, Nana to three, and a fulltime insurance agent.

Why they chose this property

We had been looking for a peaceful getaway for several years. This one was the one! It is truly our "happy place," and we love that others can enjoy it, too!

What makes this property unique

The Red Camp is unique in that it is set on a peaceful corner of Lake Bistineau, yet is less than an hour from all the city activities of Shreveport, Bossier City and Ruston, Louisiana. You can just relax on the porch or dock, or spend your time fishing, swimming, kayaking, or playing pool or darts in the boat house!

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English, French

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