Title: Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=78790078&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp Cabin in Akers with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp ![Exterior - Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp (Akers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78800000/78790100/78790078/63187e47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp (Akers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78800000/78790100/78790078/33395f40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp (Akers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78800000/78790100/78790078/2bed6d38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp (Akers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78800000/78790100/78790078/d3c9a79a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp (Akers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78800000/78790100/78790078/2223cc23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the swampy town of Manchac, The Gator Getaway offers a cozy retreat near the water. Unwind on the patio area and take in sounds of nature, or explore local favorites like Middendorf's Restaurant within walking distance. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £131 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp 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 amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - RV/bus/lorry parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90210000/90201700/90201700/3eb93515.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy guest house on the Tangipahoa River Ponchatoula - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=90201700&PinnedHotelID=90201700&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117740000/117736000/117735970/0cc84091.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Tickfaw - Charming 2-bedroom cottage on the Tagipahoa River in Ponchatoula Ponchatoula - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=117735970&PinnedHotelID=117735970&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91080000/91072900/91072817/fec6a418.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serenity Home LaPlace - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 1 review £135 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=91072817&PinnedHotelID=91072817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34593500/34593483/08e893e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabins and Boat dock "Delacroix Island, Louisiana" St Bernard - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 22 reviews £156 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=34593483&PinnedHotelID=34593483&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92040000/92034300/92034233/w1024h571x0y56-d85ed75a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded cozy tiny cabin on the water with fire pit and private dock Pearl River - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=92034233&PinnedHotelID=92034233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37850000/37844200/37844159/9e0d3eba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabins and Boat dock "Delacroix Island, Louisiana" Delacroix - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 22 reviews £156 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=37844159&PinnedHotelID=37844159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63910000/63905000/63904995/21b6fdbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Camp w/ fire pit, grill and waterfront view of river. 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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 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 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 ## About the area Located in Akers, this cabin is in a rural area. 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. Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum and Louisiana Renaissance Festival are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Akers travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Akers.dx3000421190) [View more Cabin rentals in Akers](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Akers-Cabins.d3000421190-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.29280%2C-90.40221&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nHoktpY9a7D5JWUBBzi4VQD69mo=) Akers, LA ### What's nearby - Collinswood Museum 10 min drive \- 12.4 miles - Giant Strawberry 11 min drive \- 12.6 miles - North Oaks Medical Center 14 min drive \- 16.0 miles - Chappapeela Sports Park 18 min drive \- 17.3 miles - Southeastern Louisiana University 19 min drive \- 20.5 miles ### Getting around - Hammond Station 19 min drive - New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - Middendorf's Manchac 4 min walk - Gator's Den 17 min walk - Fatboys Seafood Kitchen 2 min walk - Freret Street Poboys And Donuts 6 min drive - Gator Den 17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp? ### How much is parking at Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp? ### What time is check-in at Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp? ### What time is check-out at Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp? ### Where is Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cozy cabin stay in the Louisiana swamp Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Super clean and cozy! A stay we will remember!!! ##### Angela Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katelyn G. 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great cabin, close to restaurants and not too far of a drive to activities. Super clean home ##### Katelyn G. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica B. 31 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cabin close to NOLA This place was a great stay and location made it so easy to get around. The hosts are responsive and kind! 10/10 ##### Jessica B. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy D. 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We are a bit boring, so New Orleans got too much for us really fast. We thoroughly enjoyed staying off the beaten path and seeing the swamplands of southern Louisiana.The house is just precious. Plenty of room to relax and stretch out. Great communication from the owner, plenty of amenities, and Middendorf's at the end of the street was fantastic.Generously sized kitchen and fridge, ample space in the bedroom, comfy couch, and everything you'll need for overnight stays. Would definitely stay again. ##### Christy D. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 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!! ##### Jennifer Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louis 10 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication An excellent place to relax! ##### Louis Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie B. 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved our stay in this cozy little cabin! It was exactly as described, clean, and full of charm. The owner was kind and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. The elevated porch was the perfect spot to relax, and the peaceful surroundings made it feel like a true getaway. We’d happily stay here again! ##### Valerie B. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marianne D. 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Had a wonderful weekend at the gator getaway! It was so easy to get in. The place was clean and quite cozy. It had everything you needed set out and easy to find one of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept in! Can’t wait to stay again ##### Marianne D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donovan B. 7 May 2023 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! ##### Donovan B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kelly C. 23 Oct 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The host was very nice and responsive. And she's not kidding about the train being close! If you have severe motion sickness, this might not be the best place for you. Otherwise, it was kind of fun to have the house rock a little when the train passes. Lol ##### Kelly C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa S. 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bayou Beauty Lovely place in the swamp. Enjoyed our stay & loved the trains ##### Teresa S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 17 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Exceeded our expectations. Would definitely recommend ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TIna B. 31 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway Perfect down to the last detail. The back porch is a great area to watch nature and enjoy the quiet. ##### TIna B. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie T., Pittsburgh 30 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super cute cottage Was in the area on business. Stayed here to experience the area. Lovely cottage. Well appointed. Definitely recommended walking down to Mirrendorfs for turtle soup! ##### Angie T. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Matthew 24 Jun 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 ##### David Matthew Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erica T. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A precious little place We stayed the weekend for my husband's 50th birthday. The location is perfect. The cabin was very clean and the bed was quite comfortable. We walked to Middendorf's for dinner and the boat launch is a 5 min drive. It's on a side road and there is plenty of room to easily park with a boat in tow. We enjoyed sitting on the porch in the mornings and evenings. It was fun to watch the birds and the trains going through. Sunrises and sunsets are absolutely amazing in the swamp. Although it is south Louisiana and the insects will run you back inside. We got a kick out of the bug zapper in the bathroom. I can't wait to come back as we enjoy fishing there. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dab012fb-0e53-44c1-a278-a6f9461126c9-1750695608870.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/11367b07-3af2-42ec-9953-a0aee7948ee4-1750695608335.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Erica T. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirsten S. 16 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely! I really enjoyed my stay at this house! Very conveniently located. Just make sure you gas up as the nearest gas station is about 10 miles out. Christen is an amazing communicator and keeps a nice place! Would love to stay again if possible. :) ##### Kirsten S. Stayed 1 night in Apr 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. ##### Albert Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ted W. 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot to stay on your way south We really like the cozy cabin. Had everything we needed for our stay could not asked for more. Good location with places to eat and a few places to have a drink. Wish we could have stayed 2 nights instead of only one. ##### Ted W. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Amanda C. 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy Couch had a very strong urine smell. A/C didn’t work well. 80 degrees in rental. After a long day on the water we wanted the A/C to work well. Very disappointing. TV fire stick did not work. Shower was nice. Location was nice. ##### Amanda C. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eddie G. 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy out off the way stay Just what we where looking for a short stay ##### Eddie G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marianne D. 30 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So cozy!!!! We had a wonderful time staying at this property. It had everything you could possibly need and the little extra touches just made it so cozy can’t wait to see her again! ##### Marianne D. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay 27 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Jay Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ---