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Peaceful. Relaxing. Fun. Bring boat. Fish, shop, explore!

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View of Cane River from top deck
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View of Cane River from top deck.
Porch area
Porch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Natchitoches, LA
  • Cane River National Heritage Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Northwestern State University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Historic District Shopping
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful. Relaxing. Fun. Bring boat. Fish, shop, explore!

Let us provide your home away from home! Sit back in a comfortable rocking chair on the porch and enjoy mesmerizing views of the beautiful Cane River. Grab a pole, try out some fishing on the dock,explore beautiful Natchitoches, or do some shopping.

Our beautiful home can accommodate up to 5 guests. There is a master bedroom with a king bed and a cozy loft at the top of the stairs with a twin bed. In the living room is a pull-out couch with a bed.

Come enjoy the peaceful serenity of the beautiful Cane River. Mesmerizing views combined with the comfort of home make for an all-around relaxing stay. Some guests prefer to lay around enjoying the views while some prefer to explore!

There's so much to do in Natchitoches! When you're ready to explore, we invite you to experience the charm of the original French colony in Louisiana, established in 1714 and well known as the film site of "Steel Magnolias". Downtown Natchitoches is just minutes away, where you can explore our Landmark Historic District with shopping, dining, and attractions plus historic fort sites, museums, and year-round cultural events and festivals. Natchitoches is home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park at Oakland & Magnolia Plantations.

Interaction with Guests

It's all about privacy here! Unless you request our services, the house is yours during your stay.

The Neighborhood

What's special about our location is that you are completely secluded on the water yet only a half mile or less from food, shopping, and entertainment. For all your traveling needs, there is a Walmart located only about a half mile away, along with Brookshire's grocery store and multiple dollar stores for groceries, toiletries, etc.

We love to eat here in Natchitoches! You won't go home hungry :) Here you can find down home southern cooking- crawfish, meat pies, red beans and rice, traditional American, Chinese, fast food, delicious Japanese and sushi. Ask us for food recommendations!

The Downtown Historic District is only a few miles away, where you will find historical tours, shopping, and dining on the beautiful Cane River.

Please note that while families are welcome, our home is not baby or child proof. Life vests are not provided but recommended when around or in the water. Please use caution as our home is located on Cane River Lake.

Property manager

Jennifer Sandefur

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family amenities- pack n play, playmat
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Events

No events allowed
Absolutely no parties or events allowed.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside ONLY
Please review email sent with house rules and information
Please remove all trash from the home.
This property is located on Cane River Lake. The Bird's Nest is not liable for any water related accidents. Swim and use lake at your own risk.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Absolutely no parties or events allowed.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Natchitoches

Located in Natchitoches, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Fort St. Jean Baptiste and Prudhomme-Rouquier House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Natchitoches Pecans. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Natchitoches, LA

What's nearby

  • National Fish Hatchery & Aquarium - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cane River National Heritage Area - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Northwestern State University - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Historic District Shopping - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Alexandria, LA (AEX-Alexandria Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hana's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Trail Boss Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful. Relaxing. Fun. Bring boat. Fish, shop, explore! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful. Relaxing. Fun. Bring boat. Fish, shop, explore!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful. Relaxing. Fun. Bring boat. Fish, shop, explore!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Peaceful. Relaxing. Fun. Bring boat. Fish, shop, explore! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from National Fish Hatchery & Aquarium and within 3 miles (5 km) of Louisiana Extended Care Hospital of Natchitoches and Fort St. Jean Baptiste. Prudhomme-Rouquier House and Cane River National Heritage Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cynthia M.

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

Girls get-away

Lacked basic supplies you would need stove didn’t work properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty R.

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

Relaxing

Enjoyed the fishing from the house deck & area restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

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

Good time

Nice place very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ted S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Fun, but faded.

Amazing location on the Cane River Lake, near to all of the charm of Natchitoches. Boat dock was wonderful for exploring the Cane by boat. Interior needs some attention.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mylinda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanna E.

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

Relaxing on the river

We had an enjoyable time at this property. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great visit again.

We have stayed here numerous times and have always enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam Z.

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

Lovely

This is a lovely cabin on the Cane River. So relaxing to sit on the deck overlooking the water and watching the birds. Easy access to the historic district with restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

CeCe H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Ducks birds and gators!!!

Great place to stay. Right on the water and close to town. Bed was very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

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

Relaxing and Peaceful

This property is very peaceful and we were able to relax completely which was very much needed because of our health conditions. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyneshia H.

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

Relaxing

Property was as described. It was Accommodating and my family had the best time. Plenty of sleep options even though it’s a one bedroom. The best part was the early mornings on the porch with coffee watching the water
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Cozy and convenient

We so enjoyed our stay at the Birds’ Nest! We plan to stay there again next year. The wraparound balcony provides shade no matter the time of day, and the views are serene and beautiful—especially at sunrise and sunset. We had a great time watching the birds patrol the river, looking for fish to nab. The interior of the house is really comfortable and attractive; it’s like being in a tree house! Plenty of towels, for which I am always grateful. Very comfortable bed. Nice touches like coffee, snacks, and condiments in the kitchen. Sitting on the balcony with coffee in the mornings was so nice we had to tear ourselves away to go into town! But I do have to say, it would have been nicer if the outside spaces and furniture had been free of cobwebs and other debris. The exterior of the cottage needs some serious brushing and sweeping. Otherwise, it is just a lovely place. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Great Lake house

It was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

mandi z.

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

On the river

We really enjoyed our stay. It was peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Peaceful Stay on the Cane

This property met all our expectations. We stayed a week and enjoyed the town and the historical sites nearby. The owners quickly addressed small concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bette B.

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

Magical

This place is magical. I spent most of my stay sitting in the sun on the porch watching the turtles, herons, egrets and kingfishers. Location, location, location. Five minutes from town and in the river. The house has everything you need for a wonderful stay. If you need to relax and recharge, this is the house for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerri L.

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

Natchitoches 2024

Great Place. Jennifer is the best!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Peaceful and quiet

Very nice. Definitely a great destination for a girls trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

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

Peaceful getaway

Great location. Close to everything, but still super quiet! Listening to the rain hitting the tin roof was so relaxing. 100% would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daria D.

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

Best place for stay in Natchitoches

We had a wonderful time in the cabin. Everything is close, including restaurants, grocery stores, campus NSU, golf course, public pool, and downtown. Everything you need for relaxing, fishing, working, and enjoying time in romantic accommodation. The host was very nice and friendly. Jennifer is easy to communicate with, and he helped us with any questions. We will come back again for sure.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Beautiful Birdnest

This was our third visit to the Birdnest on the Cane because we love the secluded-looking setting, the lovely property which is always properly cleaned and supplied, the historic town of Natchitoches, and the ALWAYS responsive owner. We like that the house is located very near all the entertainment, the restaurants, and plantations. There is a wrap around deck and boat dock. The modern kitchen has everything. Even the icemaker works. The wildlife on the river is varied, including a 7 ft. alligator who has learned to come around at all meal times. We especially love the paddle boat. The Birdnest on the Cane is a great value, also. We plan on returning again. Thanks so much, Jennifer, for another wonderful visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

Down Time

I love being on the river and still being close to stores and Resturants. The house is a neat design and the neighborhood is quiet. Sitting on the porch watch boats and wildlife go by, is relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Raeanne R., Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful lication

Beautiful location on the river. Enjoyed coffee on the deck listening to the birds and watching the turtles. Close to Walmart and a short drive to historic front street.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Sandefur

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My name is Jennifer. I am married to Tony and have have one daughter. We love living in Natchitoches and enjoying all this town has to offer!
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