Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Akers, LA

Southeastern Louisiana University19 min drive
Chappapeela Sports Park21 min drive
Bourbon Street47 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

The Gator Getaway is the perfect escape from reality located in the swampy town of Manchac, Louisiana. It is the ideal place for a stay near the water with no boat required! The historic building was the original Church of Manchac and was remodeled into a home. Located within walking distance to the famous Middendorf's Restaurant! Also nearby is the public boat launch, Sun Buns river bar boat taxi, and other local favorite spots! Located about 40 miles outside of New Orleans.

The house is a cozy one bedroom, one bathroom home with a pull out couch (with a mattress topper) in the living room. The outdoor patio area is the perfect place to relax, enjoy the company of friends and family, or even appreciate some alone time while listening to the sounds of the swamp.

There is plenty of room for parking vehicles and boats in front of the house and even along the street. The Gator Getaway is road accessible only but with plenty of space to park a boat and trailer. The public boat launch is only one minute away!

All guests will be provided with bug spray and other repellents to help with Louisiana mosquitos while enjoying the outdoors. However, guests should be aware that this is located in the swamp and outdoor insects are only controllable to an extent. The house is located near railroad tracks and guests may hear a train pass through from time to time. The schedule is unpredictable so it varies for each stay.

Property manager

Christen Wall

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Please message me if you have special requests.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Akers

Located in Akers, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Chappapeela Sports Park and Carter Plantation Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Zemurray Park. Safari Quest Family Fun Center and Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Akers, LA

What's nearby

Southeastern Louisiana University - 19 min drive
Chappapeela Sports Park - 21 min drive
Lake Pontchartrain - 21 min drive
Mercedes-Benz Superdome - 44 min drive
Bourbon Street - 47 min drive

Getting around

Hammond Station - 19 min drive
New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

Middendorf's - 4 min walk
Gators Den - 17 min walk
Middendorf's - 3 min drive
Sun Buns Bar and Grill - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp?

As of 30 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp on 1 May 2024 start from AU$231.81, 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.

What time is check-in at Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 16 miles (25 km) of North Oaks Medical Center, Safari Quest Family Fun Center and Chappapeela Sports Park. Zemurray Park and Southeastern Louisiana University are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Donovan B.

12 Apr 2024

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

Great place to stay

Great location, very clean and well set up. Will definitely be coming back again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Albert

29 Dec 2023

Disliked: Amenities

I could not get in touch with the host or anyone else regarding my needs. I was locked out and did not get a chance to do anything at the property location. I feel scammed. The host did not provide any personal contact information and all electronic information was too late to be helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay

27 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

24 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Perfect location! If you want to go to the city, easy drive since it is right off interstate! Host was very nice and easy to contact. Loved the back porch area. You are in the swamp, so there are bugs. But, those will be wherever you go in Louisiana. There is a train behind the rental, but that isn’t a make or break and doesn’t disturb sleep! Some improvements would be to add a tv to the bedroom to block out train sound and cut away some overgrowth of the lawn area (these are just suggestions), but we would definitely come back regardless! Really loved the place and area!!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David Matthew

24 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Lovely peaceful place to stay and a few local bars etc close by. Dont expect there to be aot to do but thats a nice thing sometimes

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christen Wall

Hi there! My name is Christen and I am a Louisiana gal born and raised. My passion for my unique state and my love for travel led me to create The Gator Getaway! I love giving my guests an authentic Louisiana experience that they can't get from staying in a hotel.

Why they chose this property

This property is in a town that you might would look over if you didn't know what all it has to offer. Staying at The Gator Getaway allows you to experience life in the quaint, swampy town of Manchac, Louisiana! It is a secluded town that is in driving distance to many other LA main attractions.

What makes this property unique

I love giving my guests recommendations of local things to do in the area that they may not know of. I am always happy to give you recommendations based off of your likes and interests.