Little River Bluffs: A Nature Preserve & Retreat

Offering three deluxe fully equipped cabins in 50 acres of mature woods with extensive frontage along the cool artesian-fed Tchefuncte River, protected under Louisiana's Scenic Rivers Act. Each with its own access to the river and its own private site. Guests may play in the waters or build a sand castle. Discover nature trails through woodland and meadow habitats. Walk along the banks and track an otter or see a great blue heron. Enjoy the calming sites and sounds of nature. Snooze in a hammock. Read a book. Write one. Spend your whole vacation here in nature.

Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Mature Woods
    • New Orleans Northshore
    • Riverside
    • Countryside
  • Nearest major city: New Orleans, LA (55 miles North)
  • Directions to property:
    1. Take I-12 to Exit 57 (Goodbee/ Madisonville) and go north on LA Hwy. 1077. 2. Continue north nine miles across US Hwy. 190 and Goodbee Amoco (supplies and homecooking) and turn right at LA Hwy. 1077 sign (small, green, on right). 3. Go two miles (passing Gene's Grocery on right) and always bearing right, leaving Hwy. 1077 onto Hwy. 1078 (Bennett Bridge Road) and turn at first right onto Donnie Road. 4. Go one half mile. For Chalet, turn right at Garden Lane to dead end. For Meadow Cabin and Treehouse, turn right on Cooper Road. Open, then close gate behind you.
  • Nearest major airport: New Orleans, LA (MSY) 50 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Take I-10 East to Causeway Boulevard North/Mandeville. Continue north across 24 mile causeway over Lake Pontchartrain to I-12. Then follow directions to property.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Cabins
  • There are 3 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 95.00 and $ 200.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 95.00 and $ 200.00
  • Other Accommodations: Cabins
    We have a two night minimum stay requirement - current rates that follow are for the two nights. Cabins are: the Chalet (sleeps 2 - 6), $300-400(add $25 per person per night more than four); the Meadow Cabin (sleeps 4), $250 - $300; the Treehouse (sleeps three), $195 - $230. By the week: Chalet - $800, Meadow Cabin - $700, Treehouse - $500. Reservations confirmed upon receipt of 50% deposit, check or money order. (Credit card acceptance is pending.) Deposits returned on notice of cancellation at least 10 days prior to dates booked. Discounts available for bookings of more than one cabin.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Library
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
  • Videos
  • On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Washer/dryer
  • Other Amenitites
  • Kayaks available under separate arrangement
  • Refreshing little river w/ beaches
  • Screened porches & hammocks
  • Privacy
  • Native flora & fauna
  • Nature trails &stocked pond
  • Meals

    • A Country continental breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: Self-served
    • Breakfast is served in the In room
    • Our signature dish is David's Hearty Tea Bread
      Fresh baked four grain loaf hand-made by Proprietor David Campbell.

    Policies

    • Minimum stay required (Two nights)
    • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Outdoors; porches; no butts on grounds)
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets
    • Limitations on children staying (No toddlers; close adult supervision)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
    • Deposit amount required (Fifty percent to confirm reservation.)
    • Check in time is 4:00pm and Check out time is 1:00pm
    • Cancellations:
      Deposit returned if notice received at least ten days prior to date reserved.

    Discounts available:
     10%All three cabinsMinimum stay: 2 days

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): David Campbell and Doris Harrell
      Native flora & fauna; gardening; kayaking; bridge; yoga; horses; historic preservation; cooking;
    • The innkeepers speak: Limited French, Limited Spanish
    • There is one cat on the property
    • There is one dog on the property

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Global Wildlife Center, Historic Covington, Madisonville and Mandeville , Birdwatching, Plant Nurseries, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycles, Bird watching, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming

    Contact Information


    Little River Bluffs:  A Nature Preserve & Retreat Bed and Breakfast
    Little River Bluffs: A Nature Preserve & Retreat
    11082 Garden Lane
    Folsom LA 70437-3600
    USA
    Phone: +1-985-796-5257
    Fax: +1-985-796-5257
    Innkeeper(s)
    David Campbell and Doris Harrell
    Rates:
    $95 - $200

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    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Excellent views
    • Honeymoons
    • Luxury
    • Nature
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape

    Type:
    • Bed and Breakfast
    • Country Inn
    • Guest Cottage

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Cabin
    • Built in 1984
    • Opened for business in 1996
    • Restored / Remodeled in 1999
    • Access for the disabled is limited
    • Parking available (Two per cabin, except Chalet can park four)