Private, Relaxing Waterfront Getaway! 3BR/2BA House! Modern Amenities!

Chatham, Louisiana
$230 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

3BR/2BA house overlooks a 2.5 acre stocked pond just steps from the front porch. Sleeps 10, Fire pit, kids activities, kayak, boats, hammock, lots more! Perfect place to go to recoup from busy life, reconnect with family or friends.

The house has everything you will need for your stay, except clothes and food! This fully remodeled home has a full kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counter tops, washer and dryer (detergent supplied), dishwasher (detergent supplied), garbage disposal and every small appliance you could possibly want. We offer free WiFi, big screen smart television in the living room with Direct TV and a television in each of the three bedroom with Roku or Fire Stick streaming.

The bedrooms offer a California King bed, King bed and 2 bunk beds with double beds on bottom and twins on top. The beds are comfortable with luxurious bedding to make you feel pampered. We also have a blow up mattress and linens and pillows for it. We have a portable, tabletop fan in each bedroom, as well as sound machines. There are luggage racks, large closets with hangers, an ironing board and iron, and full length mirrors in each bedroom. There is a pack-n-play for the little one, booster seat, a baby gate and nursery lol monitor.

One bathroom has a tub/shower combination. The other bathroom has a walkin shower. There are hotel style bathrooms towels, hand towels and wash cloths, as well as makeup (removing) towels. There is a blow dryer in each bathroom. There are bath products and bath toys for smaller children.

Beautiful 2.5 acre stocked pond steps from the front porch. The fishing pier is available for fishing or catching some sun. There are deck chairs, an aluminum boat, and a fire pit with Adirondack chairs, blankets and marshmallow roasting sticks! Ample parking for several vehicles and room for your boat. The dual BBQ grill (butane or charcoal) is ready -you supply the burgers or steaks! Bring your fishing gear, your float or a good book-the rest is waiting for you.

Nestled in the trees, this family oriented retreat feels remote & secluded. In reality you are actually only minutes away from many modern conveniences. There are many outdoor opportunities in the area for nature lovers. If that’s not your thing, we are within a short driving distance to shopping, dining and other entertainment opportunities.

You are literally in the backyard of Caney Lake and the Spillway. This hidden gem is a stone's throw away from the public boat launch. Caney is known for its bass and crappie fishing, as well as recreational water sports. Hooks Marina has live bait, boat fuel, food and a fun outdoor dining experience with live entertainment on most weekend nights.

You are 10 minutes from Chatham. Chatham has a Family Dollar Store, two convenience/grocery stores, a restaurant and a bank.

Jimmie Davis State Park is 9 minutes away with its renowned fishing, many miles of hiking & biking trails, large public beach and picnic area, as well as a splash pad for lots of family fun. There are several boat launches, as well as RV spots, and other facilities for rent.

Jonesboro (25 min) has a Walmart, grocery store, banks, hardware store and an abundance of fast food & dine-in restaurants. One can have a full day of fun wandering through the 4-5 antique/flea markets in Jonesboro. This is also the nearest trauma hospital to our location.

Historic downtown Ruston is 35 min away. Home of LA Tech, the famous Peach Festival and many unique shops and restaurants.

West Monroe and Monroe (45 min) have many recreational opportunities, antique & retail shopping and unlimited dining options.

The house is within easy driving distance to many other fishing and recreational lakes and rivers. When the fish don’t seem to be biting at one you have lots of other opportunities nearby.

If gaming is your thing the Choctaw Pines Casino is 1 hour away. An hour and 45 minutes away are many casinos, shopping opportunities and dining in Bossier City and Shreveport.

This property has been in our family for over 100 years. My grandfather (Pawpaw) built this house himself in the mid 1980’s. He stayed busy into his early 90’s; he enjoyed mowing his own yard, cutting his own fire wood, building deer stands and fighting off beavers and alligators. He loved nature and all it had to offer-duck hunting, deer hunting and, well, just about any kind of hunting. He enjoyed watching and feeding the birds, squirrels, and deer on his property.

His pride and joy was the pond. He loved to help and watch the generations of his family fish in his pond. He would wait to feed the fish when the great grand kids were around just to watch their faces light up. If you reeled in a big one he would get the scale so he could weigh it. If it was a ‘good one’ he’d sometimes make you toss it back to grow bigger.

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Stereo Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Baby Monitor Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital Near A Zoo On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    4 Stairs To Reach Property Designated Smoking Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Outside Only. Dispose Of Butts In Container. Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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Review Review

  • Amy

    Submitted Oct 17, 2023

    Stayed Oct 13, 2023

    What a beautiful place…Pawpaw’s place! This spot is well taken care of. You can feel the love from the inside out. The house is spacious and very well stocked. If you forgot it, Dawn has already thought about it. Being outside and enjoying the fire pit was our favorite part. Beautiful clean pond. I can’t say enough about this property. If you are ready to relax, come and enjoy!!!

  • Cynthia

    Submitted Mar 19, 2022

    Stayed Mar 7, 2022

    Our family absolutely loved the place! Beautiful home on the lake. Plenty to do inside and outside. Clean and beds so comfy. Dawn is amazing and accommodating! We will definitely return to Papaws Place! Thank you for a great and restful week.

  • Submitted Jul 19, 2021

    Stayed Jul 11, 2021

    This property was fabulous! Very clean and peaceful. All you have to bring is food and clothes. The owner has thought of every little detail of things you would need. My family will go back.

  • lsuchamps08

    Submitted Nov 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    this place had EVERYTHING! beauty, peace, every little detail that you think you may have forgotten while traveling? they thought of it and have it in stock. insanely beautiful place with super accommodating host!!! did i say it was beautiful?!?

  • judy S.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    My family loved PawPaw’s Place from the minute we topped the hill! We needed a place to recharge before school started back and we didn’t want to travel far and this place exceeded all of our expectations! We also always love a secluded place where we can just be at HOME .. this was definitely secluded! We were there a whole week and didn’t get to do everything there but had a great time fishing and sitting on the porch! My 13 year old son had been on a mission to catch his first Bass and he ended up catching 6! Dawn was the best hostess making sure we had everything we needed and then some!! We will definitely be back .. just wished it was tomorrow! Thank you Dawn for taking such good care of us!!!

  • Ally S.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 16, 2025

    This Vrbo rental exceeded every expectation. Tucked away in a beautifully secluded setting yet conveniently close to everything we needed, it offered the best of both worlds—peaceful and private, but not isolated.The home was spotless upon arrival, and everything was immaculately maintained. The beds were incredibly comfortable—like sleeping in a cloud—and the hotel-quality linens and plush towels were a luxurious touch. You can really tell the owners care about their guests’ experience.The kitchen was a dream—fully stocked with everything you’d use at home, including both a Keurig and a drip coffee maker (huge bonus!). We didn’t need to bring a thing. Every detail was thoughtfully considered.The surrounding property was just lovely. We enjoyed quiet mornings by the serene pond and evening strolls through the peaceful area—it’s like something out of a storybook. Communication with the owners was fantastic as well—warm, responsive, and professional from start to finish.Truly one of the best rental experiences we’ve ever had. We can’t wait to return!

  • Courtney J.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    This property is paradise in the country! Chatham is the root of our family so it was great to be in Chatham and still be free enough to do all the things we used to do with my grandfather when we visited 20 years ago. Now that my grandad is older being able to make it easier for him to come to where he is is important to us! This home had everything we wanted, needed and didn’t know we needed! All the way down to a sharpie! Dawn was more than helpful and communicative! Loved this experience

  • Robin J.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    PaPaw’s place is so peaceful and beautiful. The perfect place to escape the busy world. Dawn is great. She thinks of everything and has it ready before you ask.

  • Shirley A.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    Everybody was amazed with the property. The house was perfect. Beds just right. Cant think of anything we could have needed, maybe a few more days,lol. I caught my first big cat fish. Need to come back.

  • padnurse

    Submitted Apr 30, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    We’ve stayed at Pawpaw’s several times over the years and we have never been disappointed! As soon as we drive up over the hill and see the pond, house and grounds it feels like city stress all falls away! So many homey touches like baskets of soft blankets and quilts for snuggling under. Cabinets well stocked with everything you need to prepare a meal or cook outside, just need the groceries. The house always smells terrific! If we lived closer, we would stay a lot more often! Our host, Dawn, is easy to reach and very sweet and approachable.

  • Danielle D.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    Pawpaw’s place has become our favorite place to stay for our family getaway. We have been multiple times and it’s always a great experience. Quiet, relaxing, and so many things to do on the property. Ms. Dawn is wonderful at providing information and helping with any questions or issues. The house is well maintained, clean, and stocked with everything you need. We enjoyed spending most of our time sitting outside and fishing at the pond. It’s such a beautiful view. We love that this property allows dogs as well. Our pup enjoyed walking around the pond and sitting at the dock. We look forward to coming back in the future!

  • Lynn C.

    Submitted Mar 27, 2025

    Stayed Mar 24, 2025

    A wonderful place and the owner is amazing will help with anything she can

  • MARTHA B.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    This was the prefect place for us to stay for a fishing tournament. Just minutes away from the landing. Great house with all the amenities and wonderful sitting outdoors and taking in the scenery. Will book here again.

  • Tina K.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    They thought of everything! Comfortable and convenient, well furnished kitchen, great linens. Pond has lots of turtles, fish and even saw ducks.

  • Jonathan D.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2025

    Stayed Feb 20, 2025

    We travel alot for High School tournament fishing. We felt like we were at home and didnt go without a single comfort.Not only was there a pond on property, it was close to Caney, Jimmy Davis state park, and only 15 minutes to Jonesboro. Beautiful property, friendly host, peaceful all around. 15 minutes from Jonesboro.

  • John T.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    Tranquil and fun

  • Shawna J.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Dawn was a very good communicator. My son and his groomsmen had a great place to get together. Thank you Dawn for letting them use your home!

  • Jay F.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    We could not have chosen a better place for our annual family get together. We caught fish in the pond, took the kids on a boat ride, they played on the playground and in the sandbox while we all sat around the firepit, and best, there were NO MOSQUITOES biting us. There was plenty of room in the kitchen for us to congregate around the bar during cookings, and the outside grills worked flawlessly. There was plenty of parking and the site is very secluded. Overall....PERFECT !

  • Abbigail O.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2024

    Stayed Jul 24, 2024

    We had a two family road trip from Iowa and this beautiful cabin was our destination. Every single thing you need is already here, just bring food and clothes! The kids loved the pond and play equipment. The kitchen is fully stocked, there were bath toys for the baby, and a pack and play and monitor! Everything was perfect, I would definitely recommend this cabin to a friend and would come back if we ever venture back to Louisiana!

  • Carolyn S.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2024

    Stayed Jun 12, 2024

    Private and wonderful outside and inside.

  • Vincent R.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2024

    Stayed Jun 10, 2024

    The property is idyllic. Peaceful, quiet, beautifully appointed, great location close to Caley Lake. For us and our grandkids, it checks all the boxes. We'll book again.

  • Robin J.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2024

    Stayed Jun 6, 2024

    It was the best choice for our 38th anniversary!!! It was peaceful, shaded, and very relaxing! Everything was very organized, clean and there for our using, but we just chose to sit, fish and enjoy nature!!! We will be back!!! Thanks for being so prompt and a GREAT host!!!

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