Relax and unwind at this private and scenic cottage on the water. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath house is perfect for the traveler who wants privacy and the serenity of living on the bayou. Fully furnished kitchen and open living area with all the conveniences of modern living while enjoying the slow pace of days gone by. Furnished with everything you need to sit and stay a spell. Watch the wildlife from the balcony facing the bayou. See beautiful sunrises and sunsets from the porch. Private boat dock on the property for docking your boat if need be. A 10 minute ride to Olde Towne Slidell and antiques shopping. Minutes from Lake Pontchartrain via Bayou Bonfouca by boat. Bike to St Tammany Trace for a long or short walk or ride in the scenic preserve.
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Slidell
Located in Slidell, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge and Fontainebleau State Park, while Slidell Auditorium and Slidell Little Theater are cultural highlights. Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and John Slidell Park are also worth visiting.
Caesars New Orleans Casino - 42 min drive - 63.8 km
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 42 min drive - 64.2 km
Port of New Orleans - 43 min drive - 66.0 km
Getting around
Slidell Station - 9 min drive
New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 4 min drive
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 4 min drive
Max's One Stop Drink Shop - 3 min drive
CiCi's Pizza - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Cottage on Scenic Bayou Bonfouca pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Cottage on Scenic Bayou Bonfouca?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Cottage on Scenic Bayou Bonfouca on 25 Feb 2026 start from AU$125, 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 Charming Cottage on Scenic Bayou Bonfouca?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Cottage on Scenic Bayou Bonfouca?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Cottage on Scenic Bayou Bonfouca?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Cottage on Scenic Bayou Bonfouca located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Camp Salmen Nature Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Plaza 190 and The Crossing. Northshore Square Mall and The Village at Northshore are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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It was hard to believe we were so close to "civilization" because the property seemed so secluded. The place had a nice camp feel, and was very conducive to relaxation!
Beautiful cottage on the bayou . Lots of windows . The views are wonderful anytime of day. We loved sitting on the porch watching variety of birds. Great to spend day exploring New Orleans and come back to the moonlit water and frogs singing. Easy 35-40min drive to downtown NO. We ate great seafood food in Slidell. Enjoyed Fountainbleu State Park and Honey island swamp tour.. Tamney Trace rails to trail path looked like a lot of fun and very close to cottage. Cottage has a lot of character and everything needed. Lucy was very welcoming.
Absolutely loved it. Very peaceful. Beautiful scenary. Owner checked on us several times. Really good location...out by yourself but just minutes from everything. Highly recommended!
Basic and beautiful cottage right on the bayou. Perfect place to relax and unwind. Great for nature lovers yet close enough to NoLA and MSY. Thank you, Lucy, for a memorable stay and hope to make it back some day soon.
My husband and I spent an amazing week at the property for our honeymoon. The location was amazing. Close enough to visit New Orleans and other sites but wonderfully private.
The owner was great with communication and directions to the property and even left us some cookies and bottled water for our arrival. We couldn’t have been happier with our stay and when we are planning a trip to the area again we have our home away from home.
Hats off to Lucy!! Our host was wonderful!
She communicated very well.
(She also has a lovely art and restored furniture shop on Front St. in Slidell called Lulu’s Nearly New) We only had one little plumbing issue but Lucy took care of it right away and made sure it couldn’t happen again and she even threw in a nice perk for us to make up for it!
The cottage is well-built, clean and comfortable and neatly decorated to fit the local scene.
The surroundings are beautiful (and we went in early March so not even peak beauty). The Liberty and Paquet Bayous going by were teeming with jumping little fish and we even saw a few gators but they didn’t come near the property. Between the house and Bayou is a marshy grassland area were we saw birds and a little pond with frogs, nutria, and even an otter. The forest to the right was wild and lovely, right next to a nature preserve, and we could see an osprey in a tall pine tree and other wildlife.
The neighborhood was quiet and safe with only two other houses at the end of the cul-de-sac with us and only one lived in full time I think. It’s out of the way but not too secluded. (FYI, don’t trust Google or Imaps to get you there but Lucy gives great directions and it’s easy to find.)
It was a great HQ for exploring the area.
Recommended by my wife and I for sure!
Stayed in February. Though it was cold, even by Louisiana standards, the thoughtful owner provided plenty of extra heaters and blankets.
House is so cute decorated with artwork and the view from deck is inspiring.
Will definitely recommend for outdoorsy folks who want to stay of the city to enjoy local wildlife.
The cottage was perfect. Cute, with a beautiful setting and all the wildlife we hoped for. The timing that put us there in the middle of a flood event took some of the fun out of it, but not near enough to prevent us from booking the same house the next time we visit the area. WE LOVED THIS PROPERTY!!
Pictures don't do this place justice it was amazing. Super clean and super quiet. Beautiful views and conveniently located. Not to close not to far. Will definitely be back. Host was very accommodating and checked in on us to make sure we had everything we needed
We found this property by accident online and we were quite intrigued by it. Check-in was easy and thanks to Lucy for checking on us each step of the way.
The house is small and tastefully rustic, perfect for a couple or small family. It sits right on a small bayou with a beautiful view, you can even see New Orleans while standing on the deck.
If you are looking for quiet and getting near nature, it doesn't get any better than this. Sitting on the deck all you can hear is the nature around you, frogs, birds, crickets, fish jumping, with an occasional boat during the day.
Perfect for much-needed rest and relaxation. We will be back.
Fantastic! The view is amazing. The hammock is so comfortable and peaceful. Everything you need is there. Just bring food, toiletries, and clothes. We will stay again!
Had a wonderful stay and wanted for nothing. Lucy was a delight to deal with. The location was perfect for our needs and we would surly recommend to anyone looking for a clean comfortable and well appointed spot that exudes charm and tranquility. And as a bonus, New Orleans is about 40 minutes away and an easy drive.
This is a beautiful secluded cottage with great views and a constant breeze. The cottage is decorated with love down to the tiniest details. Very peaceful and relaxing getaway close to the charm of downtown Mandeville but also a short distance from Nola. Definitely a gem we will try to visit often. Property owner, Lucy, is very kind and hospitable!
We went to New Orleans to experience Mardi Gras, and stayed in this great little cottage in Slidell. Close enough to the city so it took less than 30 minutes to drive there, but definitely had more of a country vibe away from life’s stress. Perfect size for 3 adults but could easily sleep 4-5. Pics really don’t do it justice how nice it really is. Lucy, the owner answered all of our questions quickly by text message... wish we could have met her face to face but she had other things going on that week. She had every detail covered for our stay, even had bottled water in the fridge for us. We didn’t do a lot of cooking, but anything you might need to do so is there. The views from the porch are breathtaking at sunset and sunrise. Hope to visit NOLA again at some time other than carnival season, and would love to stay here again!!
The cottage location was great! It was very serene and peaceful! The sunrises were absolutely beautiful!! I would highly recommend if you wanna a place to stay outside the city and don't mind commuting this is the place!! Lucy the property owner was great to communicate with and work very graciously with our need of early check-in. Thanks Lucy we thoroughly enjoyed our stayed!!
nick s.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
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