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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, video games, books, stereo
Smart TV, video games, books, stereo
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Lake Charles, LA
  • Calcasieu Lake
    6 min walk
  • Rita's Creole Family Kitchen
    1 min walk
  • Lake Charles Station
    37 min drive
  • Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional)
    25 min drive

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About the area

Lake Charles

On waterfront.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Calcasieu Lake and 16 miles (25 km) of Burton Coliseum. Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women and Archer Institute of LCMH are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Calcasieu Lake - 6 min walk
  • Burton Coliseum - 25 min drive
  • McNeese State University - 30 min drive
  • Golden Nugget - 36 min drive
  • Lauberge Casino Lake Charles - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Lake Charles Station - 37 min drive
  • Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Capt Rons Charter Service - ‬76 min drive
  • ‪Mr A's Deli - ‬69 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kountry Cafe and Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bucks & Ducks Sportsbar - ‬68 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront - Real Fish Camp - Reel Fishermen

Welcome to "The Spotted Tail".
We're opening our family's camp to your family! Relax waterside. Experience why Louisiana is known as Sportman’s Paradise. Built with 1940’s craftsmanship & charm, The Spotted Tail is the oldest camp on Calcasieu Lake (Big Lake) and recently updated with today’s comforts. It's located within sight of the boat launch at Hebert's Landing and is true Waterfront! The main lake is only steps from the back door. Come enjoy your catch of the day and a camp fire right next to the water or just relax in the hammock under the patio cover.

Need more room for your group? Bring your camper! Ask about the space before booking.

Property manager

David

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Lobster/crab pot

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Warning: Waterfront. No fence.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Lakefront - Real Fish Camp - Reel Fishermen Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wade S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Lake VRBO
Great property and excellent hosts. The Big Lake area is a convenient place for me to meet up with family and fish. We are a small group, but this property could accommodate a much larger group with plenty of common area to socialize
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

felicia t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nostalgic Fishing Experience
I kept trying to find that one word that describes the feeling when I walked into and around the property and it was...Nostalgic. This home was most certainly nostalgic with a modern twist. I felt as though I was fishing with my grandfather while being surrounded by his old workshop. Tears of sweet memories escaped my eyes as I sat and watched the sunset on this beautiful property. My husband enjoyed the literature that was perfectly placed throughout the house. David and Crystal thought of everything when they set this place up. You don't need to come with anything but your fishing gear and a body ready to relax. If you don't catch your dinner right up the road is more fun, food and games at the Golden Nugget Casino. I will most certainly be BACK!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and tranquility
Awesome place for family time. David and Crystal were excellent in communication and very accommodating extra items provided were a pleasant feature. Could not have asked for anything better. No one wanted to depart. Poker table was a great addition. Fishing provided enough for a fish fry. Great times for all
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M., Lafayette, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
All was great, everyone enjoyed their time at the Spotted Tail. It was perfect for what were trying to accomplish. Relax and enjoy the water front views. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most relaxed World Series baseball trip EVER!
Our son was playing baseball in Lake Charles this week so the team all rented cabins near by. Best idea ever! This place was perfect to return home to. Clean! 10/10 On the water for 24/7 access to fish! Light on the pier for late night fishing was a perk I didn’t know my kids needed. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful retreat!
I loved everything about our stay here. From the great communication with the hosts, to the location, the gorgeous sunsets and the amenities - this place had it all. We didn't have kids with us this time, but would highly recommend to anyone who does. Gorgeous home, thank you for sharing it with us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taking grandson fishing
We loved the place. The dock was fantastic. Even though the weather wasnt the greatest, the house had plenty to keep our 12 year old grandson occupied.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita B., St Louis, MO USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Holiday Retreat and Property
The home is well maintained and clean: fresh sheets and blankets, plenty of cozy pillows, plenty of hot water/showers, soaps and such. The landscaping and view is outstanding. Kitchen well stocked. Clean and sparkling. The patio overlooking the lake well-lit and charming. It's easy to find on GPS. Caught some redfish, yum. Plenty of room for a family to spread out for fun, sun and play. The neighbors respectful and kind. We felt very safe. The owners/host are kind, helpful and honest - they kept me informed as to the status as we went thru process of reservations to check in. As I wrote - a perfect holiday home. It made my top of the list of the VRBO properties I rented.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fishing
The fishing was great with beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Spring break
We really enjoyed our time on this spring break getaway. Kids got to go down the pier, set crab traps and go fishing. Adults got to relax. We received some awesome food recommendations for crawfish and boudin from the owners. Definitely follow directions to bring big spray:)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl’s Trip
Our trip was a mother and daughter get away! 1 mother and 3 daughters we are from Louisiana and one of my sisters has a camp but it’s only accessible by boat and well we all know how men are about their toys!! Lol! Everything that the host has said about this camp is absolutely the truth and then some!! It was by far one of our best trips! The host are amazing in every way you could think of! I don’t think 5 stars is enough for this one!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Battery Recharge
House was great with beautiful view of the Calcasieu Lake and perfect for viewing sunsets. Located 2 minutes from the Launch and had nice parking space.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Perfect place for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

madelyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family casinos and fishing
Took my family 7 of us all pretty much adults had a great time some fished some went to casinos we all had a great time. Would book again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seelitta Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Piece of Heaven
House and all facilities on the grounds are beautiful, comfortable and extremely relaxing. It’s a great place to stay if you want to fish, hunt or just relax with friends and/or family. The grounds are clean and spacious. I highly recommend booking this property. The host communicates well with guests to make sure they stay is the best possible. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay!
If you’re looking for peace and quiet, this is the spot! The house is so cozy and comfortable, it’s the perfect house for a lake getaway. We came here to fish and just disconnect from home. Everything you can think of is here. The fishing pier is awesome and even has a covered section if it’s raining. Beds are comfy. I slept like a baby. We didn’t bring our kids on this trip, but the upstairs bedroom is perfect for the kiddos with a tv and games. The outdoor patio is awesome with an expansive view of the lake. It’s so relaxing just sitting on the patio overlooking the lake and watching the pelicans. The sunsets are spectacular. Love that we’re still close to town if we want to eat out or shop, and the local Dollar General is close by for basic necessities. T-Boys Grill is a must for classic Cajun and southern comfort food!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa D.

Hard to say
The downstairs does not have curtains throughout. We felt uncomfortable and asked to cancel our stay after the first 2 hours we were there. There cancelation policy does not allow for this. IF there were curtains, we would not have wanted to cancel so the policy is not visitor friendly. The lake view was VERY nice and we suffered through our 4 night stay. All women were traveling and our safety is of upmost importance. Hard to relax at night under these conditions.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T., Carencro LA

Liked: Cleanliness
My getaway
I have been working alot lately so this was a perfect getaway.. I had family , and friends staying with me. We had plenty of room. Everything you see in the pictures you will see in this place. Older place with alot history and beautiful views of sunset.. We will be back. Thanks for awesome stay..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Redfish
We wanted to stay close to lake Charles because we delivered a chicken coop to the area. We love to go fishing so we found your beautiful camp and was very excited about renting it. It is a beautiful camp and will be coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

charles w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotted tail is a great spot
Really enjoyed our stay at the spotted tail, good location, evening sea breeze while watching the sunset was spectacular, we enjoyed sailing, fishing and the authentic cajun restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming!!!
This property was a perfect destination for my friend and I to take a break from the stress of life. The house was so charmingly decorated and looked exactly like the pictures online. Sitting under the covered porch in the back was so quiet and peaceful as we enjoyed the awesome view of the lake. The owners were wonderful to work with as well. We will definitely keep this property on our favorites list and hope to go back sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Retreat
Great location ! Very informative host with a very cool house as close as you can get to the water. Boat ramp is 300 yards away. Great place to get away. Theres a hammock overlooking Big Lake with your name on it! Highly recommend staying here !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosenthal M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day weekend getaway
We had a great time! The unit is very nice, clean and spacious. The fishing was great! Great family time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time
We brought our son to celebrate his graduation. As per usual for us the trip had some hiccups. But staying here made the trip relaxing. The beds are super comfortable. The host was very responsive to all questions throughout the entire process and stay. Everyone was able to spread out and do what they wanted. Some were fishing, some watching tv, and some playing cards. They even had bath toys for my toddler and a PS3! We left our weekend trip with a couple hard head catfish, about 2 dozen large crabs, and (after a trip to rutherford beach) 3 gaffe top catfish, 3 large black drum, and about 2 dozen snails. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023