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Relaxing lake house 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
The Purple Perch on Lake Catherine offers a serene retreat just outside New Orleans. Cast a line from the private pier, unwind on the breezy porch, or simply listen to birds sing from their perch in this 3BR/2.5BA haven.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Relaxing lake house 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans

Surround yourself with serenity at The Purple Perch on Lake Catherine. Less than 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, this 3BR, 2.5 BA property sleeps 9 comfortably in a relaxed “lake life” setting. Cast a line from the private pier, watch the sunset from the breezy porch or listen to birds sing from their perch. Enjoy your piece of sportsman’s paradise at The Purple Perch.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,782 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Check-out time is 10am on your departure date. This is to ensure the unit is fully cleaned for the next guest. Please put dirty linens on the laundry room floor.
You can leave unopened items that might help the next guests (drinks, paper towels, spices, etc.).
Remove all trash from the home and place it in the black garbage bin. Roll the bin to the road and position it next to the mailbox. Please ensure the lid is on.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guests must climb stairs to access the property. The entire enclosed property is on one floor.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number 22-OSTR-07722, 25514 Chef Menteur Hwy, 22-CSTR-07707, Shannon Fortenberry, SHANNON FORTENBERRY

About the neighborhood

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New Orleans, LA

What's nearby

  • Oak Harbor Golf Club - 20 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Bourbon Street - 42 min drive - 51.3 km
  • Canal Street - 43 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 43 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Port of New Orleans - 45 min drive - 57.0 km

Getting around

  • Slidell Station - 19 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waffle House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Phil's Marina Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Hi Tide Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪THE CRΛB TRΛP - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing lake house 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing lake house 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing lake house 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing lake house 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans located?

Located in New Orleans East Area, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Pontchartrain and Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge. Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and Olimpic Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Relaxing lake house 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Camp Perfect Location

Was a perfect family getaway. Just need to show up. Will definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful retreat outside of NOLA

This stay was fantastic. We were all surprised at just how nice the property was. I would definitely recommend this to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debora B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House

This property was one of the best we’ve stayed at. We travel to the Super Bowl cities every year and really enjoyed our stay. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this property! Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keevon I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank You We Had A Great experience

My friends, family and I really enjoyed staying here. Everything was clean and there were no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebration of Life

Great place to gather with family and friends. Beautiful view of Lake Catherine. Fishing, bird watching and relaxing on the deck was enjoyed by all. The accommodations were top notch. We will be back to enjoy the Purple Perch.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend gateway

The property was very nice just as listed. Communication with owner was easy. Family members got together for the weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Celebration

Beautiful Place. Well appointed. Lots of room. Will rent again at a different time of year. The wind blows across Lake St. Catherine in late April consistently and made it hard to fish and crab. I never put my boat in the water. :(
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fishing trip

Wonderful property. Everything that you might need is there. Entire family had a blast. We will be back in the fall for a few days of fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024