House in Louisiana
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
Get to know the quieter side of the south from this historic vacation rental in Houma, LA, where ‘Big Oak Cottage’ is both a remote-work vacation rental and a relaxing 2-bedroom, 2-bath retreat. Stroll along the shared pond, deck, and charming gazebo when you’re not cooking in the house’s well-equipped kitchen or streaming something on a cable Smart TV. There are two great local destinations for swamp tours and Falgout Canal Marina offers the perfect family boating day.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Shared Deck w/ Gazebo | On-Site Wildlife Watching | Front Porch w/ Bench Swing | Peaceful Countryside Setting
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds
OUTDOOR LIVING (shared): On-site pond, yard
INDOOR LIVING: 4 Smart TVs w/ cable, laptop-friendly desk, central A/C, decorative fireplaces, antique decor
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove & oven, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster oven, Keurig w/ K-Cups
GENERAL: Free WiFi, iron & board, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, towels & linens, optional housekeeping, trash bags, paper towels, washer/dryer
FAQ: 3 stairs to access, 1 exterior security camera (facing out), homeowner on-site (main house)
PARKING: Gravel driveway (6 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional 2-bedroom property for 6 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES: Mandalay Nature Trail (4 miles), Falgout Canal Marina (21 miles)
TOURS: Annie Miller’s Swamp Tours and Charters (0.5 miles), A Cajun Man’s Swamp Tours and Adventures (9 miles)
EXHIBITS: Regional Military Museum (8 miles), Chauvin Sculpture Garden and Art (24 miles)
AIRPORT: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (56 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Access to this home requires 3 stairs with additional stairs to reach the 2nd bedroom
- NOTE: The wood-burning fireplaces are not available for guest use
- NOTE: There's another bookable rental on-site; other travelers may be present and share the outdoor amenities and WiFi connection
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located on the front porch, facing the entryway. There are additional cameras on the outside grounds of the property. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
-- THE PROPERTY --
Shared Deck w/ Gazebo | On-Site Wildlife Watching | Front Porch w/ Bench Swing | Peaceful Countryside Setting
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds
OUTDOOR LIVING (shared): On-site pond, yard
INDOOR LIVING: 4 Smart TVs w/ cable, laptop-friendly desk, central A/C, decorative fireplaces, antique decor
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove & oven, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster oven, Keurig w/ K-Cups
GENERAL: Free WiFi, iron & board, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, towels & linens, optional housekeeping, trash bags, paper towels, washer/dryer
FAQ: 3 stairs to access, 1 exterior security camera (facing out), homeowner on-site (main house)
PARKING: Gravel driveway (6 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional 2-bedroom property for 6 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES: Mandalay Nature Trail (4 miles), Falgout Canal Marina (21 miles)
TOURS: Annie Miller’s Swamp Tours and Charters (0.5 miles), A Cajun Man’s Swamp Tours and Adventures (9 miles)
EXHIBITS: Regional Military Museum (8 miles), Chauvin Sculpture Garden and Art (24 miles)
AIRPORT: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (56 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Access to this home requires 3 stairs with additional stairs to reach the 2nd bedroom
- NOTE: The wood-burning fireplaces are not available for guest use
- NOTE: There's another bookable rental on-site; other travelers may be present and share the outdoor amenities and WiFi connection
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located on the front porch, facing the entryway. There are additional cameras on the outside grounds of the property. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
Amenities at Tranquil Bayou Country Home w/ Pond: 8 Mi to Houma
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Louisiana
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2025
Very nice property. The cookware needs updated if planning to eat in the house.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2024
This was such a memorable birthday! From the enriching history of the property to the coziness of both inside and outside aspects of the home. Mom enjoyed the antique aspects and my boyfriend enjoyed the serenity of the lush trees - I enjoyed that it made me feel like I was in the Princess and the Frog. This was such a perfect spot filled with so many things that made it a good getaway. We enjoyed the gazebo and pond, and to our joy and surprise the little friends in the pond (alligators)!!!! This property was only and hour and a bit from New Orleans which made travel quick. 10/10 recommend and can't wait to go back!
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2024
We were so excited when we pulled up and this cottage is located on a historic plantation. Kids loved the upstairs where they had their own sides of the room and own televisions. The home was nice, clean and smelled very nice. Spacious kitchen, comfortable beds, clean linens, awesome property and it is so beautiful at night with the large oak trees light up. Make sure to bring marshmallows to feed the alligator that lives in the pond on-site. He is very calm and if you walk up on the deck, he will swim up to await his treats... not sure what the property owners call him but we named him Brutus. Don't worry I do not think he can climb out of the pond with ease.
6 / 10Average·Apr 2026
The property is breathtaking and so is the cottage charm . You have to love the antique feel to fully enjoy your time. Super close to everything needed in the Houma area.
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(5 Ratings)
"This was such a memorable birthday! From the enriching history of the property to the coziness of both inside and outside aspects of the home. Mom enjoyed the antique aspects and my boyfriend enjoyed ..."
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