Title: Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109511917&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private ![Interior - Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private (Westlake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511917/4de86382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private (Westlake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511917/c230cd8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private (Westlake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511917/faec4e98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private (Westlake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511917/3f4a02e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private (Westlake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109520000/109512000/109511917/a72c5e36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this charming cottage, nestled between a swamp and a little bayou in Lake Charles. Savor the tranquil scenery from every window, fish off the dock, or relax with tea on the balcony porch overlooking the bayou. Unwind in style with outdoor living areas featuring games and grilling space. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms980 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private Located near, Lake Charles, Sulphur industries, and Moss bluff, La, the interstate is under 10 min away, super convienant accesss This Lil Bayou living Cottage has 3 bedrooms , 2.5 bathrooms. Lovely scenery from every window, swamp in the front, little bayou in the back. Fish off our dock, relax for tea or coffee , and enjoy all the tranquil scenery, the bayou has to offer. 2 level house, upstairs is the living, wit h a gorgeous balcony porch. the first story is enclosed, with 2 open accesses, to the backyard and breezeway to covered patio, carport, driveway area, the outdoor living, features the half bathroom. and water cooler fountain, this area has wall mounted fans and a bayou swamp cooler, keeping cool while enjoying games, grilling and sitting back. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - In-room accessibility - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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 - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 980 square feet - Water dispenser - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88260000/88253600/88253595/08d14e70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-bedroom vacation home steps to Prien Lake Park and 1.5 mile to Casinos. Lake Charles - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 39 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=88253595&PinnedHotelID=88253595&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4130000/4120200/4120147/cd926069.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Horseshoe Lake Charles - A Caesars Rewards Destination Westlake - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 1,332 reviews £92 includes taxes & fees 26 Jan - 27 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=4120147&PinnedHotelID=4120147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/284500/284423/eae2be4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Marco Hotel Lake Charles Lake Charles - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.4 Very good 233 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=284423&PinnedHotelID=284423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21600000/21599900/21599851/d5bbc122.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tru By Hilton Lake Charles Lake Charles - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.0 Wonderful 921 reviews £112 includes taxes & fees 1 Feb - 2 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=21599851&PinnedHotelID=21599851&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2010000/2001600/2001528/c1100b03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles Lake Charles - Pool - Spa - Water slide - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 3,277 reviews £100 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=2001528&PinnedHotelID=2001528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total (up to 9 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Please watch children at all times near the water. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.280745,-93.22964&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wazwDf%7C_xP%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FQ%40O%40S%3FQ%40QBQ%40O%40SBQBO%40QBQDQBOBQDQBODQDQDODODOFODQFMDQFMFOFQHMFOFMHMHOFMHMHMHMJMHKHMJKHMJKJKJKJKJKJKJIJILKJILIJILILGLILGLGLGLGLGLELGLENELENELENELCNCNELANENALCNANANALANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40N%40NBL%40NDN%40LDNBNBLDLDNDLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFLFLFJHLFLHJHLHJHLJJHJHJJLJHJJJJJJJJLHJHLJJHLHLHLHLHLFNHLFLHNFLFPFNFLFPDLFPDNDNDNDNDRDNDNBPDPBNBPBPBP%40NBP%40RBN%40P%40P%40P%3FR%40N%40P%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPAPAP%3FPAPAPAPCPAPCPANCRCPCNCNERCNENEPEPENENENEPGNENGNGNGLGPGLINGLINGLILILINIJILKJILIJKLKJKJKLIJMHKJKHKJMHKHMHKHMHMHKFMFMHMDMFMFOFMFMDODMDODMBMDOBODMBOBOBM%40OBO%40O%40MBO%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAM%3FOCOAOAMCOAOCMCOCOEMCOEMCOEMEOEMEMGMGMGMGMEMIMGMGMIMIKIMIKIMIKKKIKKKIKKKMKKKKIMKKIMIKKMIKIOIMGMIMIOGMGOIMGQGMGOEOGOEOGQEMEQEOEOESCOEOCSCOEOCQASCOCQAQAQCQAQ%3FQAQAQ%3FQAQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lhh7Qd1nVDuu6yU5-QiqK85E7rA=) Westlake, LA #### What's nearby - Sam Houston Jones State Park \- 4 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Westlake Recreation Center \- 7 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Horseshoe Lake Charles Casino \- 8 min drive \- 4.1 miles - North Beach Interstate 10 \- 9 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Lake Charles Event Center \- 11 min drive \- 6.4 miles #### Getting around - Lake Charles Station - 13 min drive - Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Westlake Wings & Chinese Food - ‬7 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive - ‪Dickey's Barbecue Pit - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private ? ### What time is check-in at Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private ? ### What time is check-out at Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private ? ### Where is Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hidden gem, beautiful scenery, peaceful and private 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 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela F. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is beautiful and fantastic little getaway. We truly loved it and cannot wait to come back. ![Living his dream.❤️](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/14e9eb22-9af1-464f-a036-d1576ae53281-1756748135351.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Never wants to leave.❤️](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6e8a9241-a3ba-4803-9e44-2c5638c1c3d3-1756748135240.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Angela F. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonita T. 22 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place This location is beautiful and quiet, yet close to anything you need from town. ##### Bonita T. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert H. 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peefect Bayou Retreat We enjoyed being on the water, spending the mornings on the deck listening to all the nature sounds. The grandkids loved the toys and games. The location was great for us and the decor is super cute. We enjoyed our stay and look forward to staying again ##### Robert H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tia b. 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! The owners were very responsive. The property had tons of amenities. The family loved fishing off of the dock. We were in town for a softball tournament and this location was not too far from all of the places we needed to be. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/16c90b83-5ff3-4ec5-8d24-4bf3e9e490f3-1750867318716.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### tia b. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonita T. 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceeded Expectations! Wonderfully beautiful, quiet, serene place!! Hope to visit again. ##### Bonita T. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pennie G. 29 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from Home This property has every amenities of home. Very nice owners ##### Pennie G. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick B. 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Three Guys, Three Toilets, Zero Problems We had a great stay! With three guys, having three toilets was a must, and it made everything super comfortable. We did a little fishing off the dock and even spotted a small gator — he was just hanging out, no trouble at all. The outdoor spaces under the house were perfect for relaxing with drinks and playing games.The house itself has been nicely remodeled — the kitchen was very usable, and the shower was excellent. There was even a beautiful tub that looked perfect for a relaxing soak. One really unique feature we loved was the downstairs bathroom setup: you can wash your hands using the clean water that’s about to fill the toilet tank. Overall, a great spot and we would definitely come back! ##### Nick B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ---