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Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232

Family-friendly stay with water park in Lake Charles

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A single-story house with a brick exterior, a covered porch, and a small outdoor seating area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and a bar area with stools.
A residential area with multiple houses, a parking lot, and a body of water in the foreground.
A kitchen with a stainless steel stove, oven, and microwave. There are cabinets, a toaster, and a knife block on the countertop.
A bedroom with a bed, a television, a wooden cabinet, and two windows with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1927 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Calcasieu Parish, LA
  • Place, Goosport Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Charles Event Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Charles

In Lake Charles .At this Lake Charles vacation home, you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Kayouche Coulee Golf Course and 12 miles (20 km) of Northgate Shopping Center. Eastown Shopping Center and Goosport Park are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Northgate Shopping Center - 8 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Goosport Park - 9 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • North Beach - 11 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Lake Charles Event Center - 12 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Horseshoe Lake Charles Casino - 13 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Charles Station - 21 min drive
  • Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pilot Travel Center - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Los Ponchos - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rabideauxs - ‬14 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.

Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232

Summary:

Enjoy the sweet country life in this beautifully decorated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home—perfect for families or groups up to 12. This breathtaking retreat located in East Lake Charles, Louisiana, features a king bed, 2 full beds, 2 twins, and a bunk bed. Relax with pondside stargazing and plenty of parking. Just 15 mins from Downtown Lake Charles and 20 mins from Golden Nugget & L’Auberge Casinos. Peaceful, spacious, and full of charm.



The Sweet Life starts with your stay here!



The Space:

Beautifully decorated, brand-new 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in East Lake Charles.



* Sleeps up to 12 guests with 1 king bed, 2 full beds, 2 twin beds, and bunk beds.

* 2 midsize vehicle garage, and 4 midsize vehicle driveway

* Ask for boats/RVs/trailers authorization

* Ask for pet authorization



Guest Access:

A message will be sent on the day of arrival with the Property Address, Door Code and Wi-fi Information



The Neighborhood:

* Located in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood.

* Walking distance to Family Dollar, Spring Market and Market Basket.

* Quick access to I-10 and Hwy 90.

* 15 mins to Downtown Lake Charles.

* 20 mins to Golden Nugget & L’Auberge Casinos.

* 20 mins to Sulphur and Westlake.

* 7–10 minutes to Bayou Rum Distillery.



Other Things to Note:

LISTING NOTES

- Base rate for this property is based on 2 guests, after that each additional guest will have an additional charge per person per night, up to the maximum capacity of the property.

- BBQ pit (per request, subject to availability) for an additional cleaning fee $25

- Early check-in @1pm (if available) : $65.00

- Late check-out @1pm (if available): $65.00

- Baby Highchair (per request, subject to availability): Free

- Baby play pen (per request, subject to availability): Free

- Air Fryer (per request, subject to availability): Free

- Instant Pot (per request, subject to availability): Free

- Please note: our standard cleaning fee covers normal turnover. If the home is left with excessive mess (e.g., dirty dishes, trash left inside, spills, vomits or any organic residues, others), an additional cleaning charge up to $130 will be applied.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,927 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

We’re excited to host you in Baton Rouge, Louisiana! To ensure a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable stay, please review and follow these house rules:...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232 to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.1 mi (28-min drive) away from the Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232 to the beach?

This vacation home is 13.6 mi (21-min drive) from North Beach.

Does Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Horseshoe Lake Charles Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232 to downtown Lake Charles?

This vacation home is 10 mi away from Lake Charles.

Sweet Life Family Haven by the Pondside - WCN232 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Very clean, peaceful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All that we needed for our was there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved it! We stayed there for Easter break, and it was a blast! Very nicely organized. If you’re looking for a place to stay, totally recommend staying here .
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Spacious home
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter and I stayed here for a local golf tournament. Very clean and spacious. The host was readily available and made sure to take care of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great! All rooms were spacious. Loved watching the birds that came to the pond behind the house. The host was great
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable

Comfortable well furnished easily accessible
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet neighborhood. Watching the geese was nice, was glad we brought camping chairs, since outdoor seating was minimal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Place & Hosts!

I come down often for business, this is my third time staying in one of their properties and I have been happy every time! I will not go back to a hotel in this area as long as they have one of their property’s available. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay - Comfortable Home

I generally get eager to go home when I'm away; however, I did not have that issue while in Louisiana. The home was spacious, comfortable and easy to relax in. We definitely will check availability again for our next trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving Family Vacation

This home is beautiful, the views, the rooms, space, kitchen, living area all amazing. We had about 15 of us comfortably together enjoying a family getaway. I would stay here again and again. Thanks to the host for a clean and lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Girls pj weekend

Spacious house with plenty of room for all 5 of us to enjoy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

long weekend

Property was in a great neighborhood. Very spacious and convenient. Easy to book and easy access. We appreciated the goodies upon arrival and nice cool air conditioning!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Getaway

The stay was amazing. The home is pet friendly. The beds were comfortable. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. Great customer service!!! The home is beautiful and there is a lot of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

This is the second property that I have stayed at and my family and I enjoyed it. The property was up to our standards and accommodated my family. The owner was quick to reapond back when asked a question. We will continue to stay at the property as long as we go to Iowa Louisiana.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend trip

Quiet location, the property is good for a large group to stay. New construction so everything was in working order. They did not have dish towels in the kitchen so bring your own. This was a good experience for us and the accommodations were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation weekend

We had an amazing time,the space the rooms the livingroom area i loved the open kitchen❤️it was awsome,it had enough room/bathrooms for all that staied with us.the kids liked the pond in the back (they tried to go in a coupe of times) lol,my son enjoyed some fishing.we were able to have a small graduation dinner for our daughter everone that come said the house was beautful..it was well it worth it and we defiantly would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I called a week before check in to confirm my arrival in Lake Charles. I received a call back less than 24 hours. We were there for a Family Reunion. Sweet Life Family Haven is all in the name and they did not disappoint. We were very happy with the spacious open living room kitchen area. The photos of this home is exactly what you get. The house was clean and equipped with the necessities. The backyard pond was a wonderful spot for morning coffee. The stay, the host and the house all were absolutely wonderful. I look forward to visiting Lake Charles, La. again, I have family there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect, and the beds were very comfortable, and the house was very clean when we arrived. The only issue was the dining table glass top kept moving, but I would give the house a 10 out of 10 and would definitely recommend this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The home was clean and as pictured. The neighborhood is quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

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