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The Swamp Tuna
Cabin Interior
Full Size Bed
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 4288 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

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Pierre Part, LA
  • Tanger Outlets
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Mall of Louisiana
    ‪67 min drive‬
  • L'Auberge Casino & Hotel
    ‪75 min drive‬
  • Patterson, LA (PTN-H. P. Williams Memorial)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Sleeping Area

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Explore the bayous of South Louisiana on your own! ** Ask about 4dy SPEACIAL! **

Life unplugged...
Welcome to your new home away from home, where getting away from it all doesn’t mean giving it all up. Come stay on the Swamp Tuna and get back to nature. The Swamp Tuna uses conventional propulsion so even a beginner can get around with ease. (yep... YOU CAN DRIVE IT AROUND!!) This area is teaming with wildlife. Experience a calm peaceful atmosphere in the best South Louisiana has to offer. Create your own adventure or stay in soaking up the silence. Our unique house boat is solar powered for efficiency which means there are no noisy generators on board. It sleeps four (1-full size bed, 1- set of bunk beds). Some amenities include: a full-size bathroom with a full-size tub and shower, a three burner gas interior cook top, a 5.8 cu. ft. chest refrigerator, dining table seats four, deck burner for outdoor cooking, two kayaks and two deck rockers to name a few. FUEL INCLUDED! Ask about 4dy SPEACIAL!

*** Upon check in all guests must sign release of injury and liability form . Form is available for preview upon request.

Property manager

Clark Blanchard

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 2:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
***WITH PROPER SUPERVISION AT ALL TIMES!***
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Pets

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Smoking

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*** Upon check in all guests must sign a release of injury and liability form . Form is available for preview upon request.

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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
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 first aid kit

About the area

Pierre Part

Located in Pierre Part, this houseboat is on the waterfront. Brownell Memorial Park & Carillon Tower and Madewood Plantation are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake End Park and Louisiana Square. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pierre Part, LA

What's nearby

  • Tanger Outlets - 51 min drive - 57.7 km
  • Lamar Dixon Expo Center - 53 min drive - 57.1 km
  • Blue Bayou Waterpark - 62 min drive - 75.0 km
  • Mall of Louisiana - 67 min drive - 82.5 km
  • L'Auberge Casino & Hotel - 75 min drive - 82.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Spunky Monkey Daquiris - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Landry's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pierre Part Drive Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Las Vegas Daiquri - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Explore the bayous of South Louisiana on your own! ** Ask about 4dy SPEACIAL! ** pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Explore the bayous of South Louisiana on your own! ** Ask about 4dy SPEACIAL! **?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Explore the bayous of South Louisiana on your own! ** Ask about 4dy SPEACIAL! **?

Checkout is at 2:00 PM.

Where is Explore the bayous of South Louisiana on your own! ** Ask about 4dy SPEACIAL! ** located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within 20 miles (32 km) of Assumption Community Hospital, Brownell Memorial Park & Carillon Tower and Bayou Side Golf Course. Lake End Park and Mississippi River are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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

Incredible experience!!

We had an amazing experience from beginning to end. Clark was an awesome host. The boat was super stocked. The NATURE was so beautiful and unique. Bucket list adventure for anyone who has wanted to see the bayou. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley B.

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

Spectacular Adventure!

I cannot express my stay in any other words than just… WOW! It was everything I was looking for! I planned a surprise trip for my husband and I for our anniversary! He’s an avid outdoorsman! He was so shocked and surprised when we got to the dock! We experienced so much during our stay! From the wildlife to the scenery to even the weather, it was so beautiful and peaceful!! This will not be our only time on this adventure! We can’t wait to come back with our kiddos!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

J E.

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

Swamp Tuna Adventure

This was an awesome experience and adventure for our family! The swamp tuna has everything you need for a truly immersive experience in the Louisiana bayou. The host thought of everything and the boat was very well stocked with food and supplies. We are nature lovers and the swamp certainly delivered. In addition to the cypress trees and other unique wetland vegetation , we saw and heard tons of wildlife including alligators, limpkins, herons, egrets, eagles, barred owls, osprey, whistling ducks, prothonotary warblers, tree frogs, and much more! We also caught lots of fish, including some nice catfish which we fried up on the boat. Being able to watch the swamp wake up in the morning and go the sleep in the evening was amazing. This was truly a trip to remember and Clark and Lindsey were tremendous hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

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

Best vacation ever

Spent four days on the houseboat in the swamp. My kids loved every minute and said it was the best vacation they had ever been on. Boat was well provisioned and the hosts were very attentive. Highly recommended and we hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

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

Best way to experience Louisiana!

While traveling through in our RV, we wanted a way to really explore the bayous of Louisiana. We couldn’t have asked for a better way than staying on the Swamp Tuna! What an experience! Everything about it was so cool, from getting to drive the boat around to kayaking with the gators, we had the most relaxing 3 nights aboard the boat. To top it all off, this was the most well stocked place we have ever rented. What an awesome host and an awesome boat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean L.

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

Sneaux in the Bayou

What an amazing experience. The time we picked for our adventure was unusual from a weather standpoint, but we kept snug and warm in the houseboat and still saw many amazing sights. Clark was an amazing host and so easy to work with, and gave great instructions for operating the houseboat. We had such a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace Y.

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

Our Second Stay in Swamp Paradise

We came several years ago and vowed to return. It was another great 4-night trip that didn't disappoint. My teens love to fish and I enjoy sitting on the front porch, enjoying the amazing views. The boat is easy to operate and my teens were the captains. Last time we visited in April, and I wasn't sure how the weather would be in December. The weather was delightful, minus a big storm one evening. The fish were biting and the wildlife was spectacular, as usual. The daylight was shorter, of course, but we found some spots to park at night with decent cell signal for streaming. We ate pre-made cajun dinners from the local grocery store and they are delicious with zero effort on my part. We rented the dingy and the paddle kayak. They add a lot to the trip. There were lots of places we were able to explore with these extra toys. The hosts are always available and flexible. They even helped us get rides to/from the airport so we didn't have a rental car parked all week. You will not regret this great adventure!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaiah M.

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

Best way to see this beautiful area!!!

Our time on the swamp tuna far exceeded our expectations, which were pretty high already! It was an unbelievable way to see the swamps, and Clark’s explanations of the history of the swamp and the local area made it even more fascinating! We saw countless bald eagles and herons as well as many alligators, turtles and other wildlife. It was such a great way to leave behind the stress of the daily life behind and completely relax! We Highly recommend it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Excellent time! Highly recommend. Will do it again.

Swamps are beautiful. Birdlife was amaizing. Truly a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Unique, immersive bayou stay

Our host met us at the dock and made sure we had everything we needed before we set sail. He was incredible during our entire stay, very responsive and was able to help us with any issues or questions. The Swamp Tuna was so much fun and the most unique place we have ever stayed. Our host stocked us up with supplies and provided great tips for where to anchor at night. The swamp was gorgeous and scenic, lots of wildlife. Best hospitality we've had in a long time, and the best views! Overall, it was a charming and unplugged experience. Thank you for everything!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

myron s.

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

Relaxation in the bayou

Had a great time exploring and fishing in the bayou. Seen a lot of wild life from birds to gators. We where looking for a way to get away from everything and this was it. The house boat was stocked up with everything you could want or need. Clark and his family have thought of everything
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley K.

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

Trip of a lifetime

One of the most unique and memorable trips we have ever taken. Our 3 year old had the time of his life. Clark has pulled out all the stops and is an incredible host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janna A.

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

Perfection

We spent three days cruising on the Tuna and could not have been happier. We are not familiar with boating but caught on quick and had no issues with navigating these waters. We spent our time fishing and watching the plentiful wildlife. This is a trip that I was nervous to take but it turned out to be one of our most memorable experiences. If you are hesitant please just go for it. These were three of the best days in my 40+ years on this earth. Thank you Clark for sharing this piece of the world with us. We could not have asked for a better host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

R A.

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

Swamp tuna

We had a great time on the swamp tuna. Clark was just a great guy, so friendly and so helpful. The boat was so well stocked with food and snacks that I was shocked. It was an experience of a lifetime and I hope to repeat it in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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

Just book the houseboat!

You couldn’t ask for better hosts! Clark and Mona go above and beyond. There truly is everything you could possibly need provided for your stay on the Swamp Tuna. We hope to have the opportunity to book it again! Carrie and Randy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Amazing Opportunity to immerse in the Bayou in comfort.

What can I say that hasn’t been said by hundreds of other happy reviews. This is a very special opportunity to explore the bayou’s on your own in great comfort. Fishing and kayaking right at your fingertips. We did it as a family with a 7 and 9 year old and everybody had fun and wants to come back. Clark has really thought out every aspect of the boat and pretty much everything you need is covered. The boat is extremely comfortable and about as immersed in nature as possible. We saw more bald eagles than people over 4 days and three nights. Our whole family had a great time. Thanks Clark!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie G.

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

10/10 would Swamp Tuna again!!!

I can't stress enough how much we needed this, and how much you probably need this too. For two years, my husband and I had been dreaming about one day getting to embark on our own adventure upon the Swamp Tuna. Well, we finally did it, and though it didn't seem possible for this experience to exceed our expectations, it did. This was by far the best vacation rental I have ever been lucky enough to find. This area of Louisiana is a nature lover's paradise with wildlife all around. We drove the boat through the Bayous and kayaked throughout the day, and we anchored and slept in a new location every night. Our favorite memory is cooking delicious cajun meals outside on the deck overlooking the diverse flora and fauna. The Swamp Tuna was our bed to sleep in, our food, and our daily activity all-in-one, an all-inclusive swamp resort for those who want to disconnect, immerse in nature, and get away from everyone and everything. It may seem a bit intimidating for those who have never ventured so far off-the-beaten-path, but our incredible host, Clark, removed all fears and provided every comfort aboard the Swamp Tuna. He provides absolutely everything you could ever need. Seriously, EVERYTHING. He was always available to us by phone, and we never lost phone service. Clark was the best host we could have asked for, making our visit completely stress-free. The boat is extremely easy to drive, even for beginners, and the maps are very easy to navigate. Don't hesitate... Just book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaFon O.

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

Great experience!

The Swamp Tuna is the perfect way to get away from the everyday hustle and de-stress! My husband and I celebrated our retirement with this trip. It was a totally relaxing and extremely enjoyable experience! We are already planning a return trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

5 plus 5

I am not a "roughing it" kind of girl. The good news is that in the Swamp Tuna, I don't have to. Swamp Tuna lets you get up close to nature while still enjoying the creature comforts we've grown accustomed to. One has a difficult task deciding how to begin to describe what they enjoyed most about the adventure!!! It is such a unique experience. So beautiful, relaxing, peaceful and just a perfect getaway. The boat was comfortable and had everything we needed. The owners go above and beyond in making it an enjoyable experience. I can understand all the rave reviews. What's not to like about the Swamp Tuna? Perhaps it's the fact that the trip has to end and you have to go back to the rat race. But for a brief time you get to completely disconnect, if you choose, and enjoy a special moment in time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will H.

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

Incredible Off Grid Adventure in the Bayous

An incredible experience exploring the Lake and Bayou. My family had an incredible time. The natural beauty was spectacular. The boat was very capable. Clark was a very knowledgeable, patient, and helpful host. The kind of person you can learn a lot from just hanging around. It's not a matter of if we return but a matter of when.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

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

A Nature Lovers Dream Vacation

My husband and I wanted to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary by getting away from it all and simply spending time together in nature. We had the best time! This trip exceeded our expectations. We meandered through gorgeous cypress lined waterways dotted with endless bird species (we saw a minimum of 20 bald eagles), gators, turtles and jumping fish. The sunrises were incredible and the sunsets even better. The only noises you hear are those of wildlife and a very rare passing boat. Stars, fireflies and serenity! We loved every second of this adventure! The boat was exceptionally clean and very well stocked with everything you need - even food/treats/water/ice/bait etc… we only had to bring our wine and steaks. We will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry M.

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

Great Trip 5+ stars

I’m going to echo what everyone else has posted. This trip was 5+ stars. Mr. Clark put a lot of thought and time into ensuring the boat is tip-top. The boat is immaculate and well-stocked with food and snacks. If you enjoy photography, nature, fishing, or just relaxing for a few days this is the trip for you. This was our first trip on the Swamp Tuna but it will not be our last.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt T.

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

AMAZING getaway!!

The houseboat trip was so amazing. More than expected for sure. My husband and I had a wonderful time. You have a short orientation with the owner and off you go. We enjoyed riding the bayous, fishing, cooking on the boat. Seeing the huge, beautiful lake (a must-see sunrise and sundown if you plan on staying near). Everything you need is on the boat. There is no ac, but it was not needed, the nights are very cool and during the day there is always a cool breeze and plenty of shade to find to just relax with a drink or do some fishing. I can't wait to return! I wouldn't suggest for small children.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quiet and relaxing getaway

The boathouse has everything you need for a relaxing time away. The space was exceptionally clean, the kitchen was fully stocked and there are lots of wildlife to watch. Thank you Clark and family for providing this hidden bayou gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

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

YOU WANT TO DO THIS

This was an incredible adventure from start to finish! Kayaking through the Spanish moss-draped cypress forests, filled with prothonotary warblers, bald eagles and red-winged blackbirds, among dozens of other species. The fishing was awesome, the boathouse was well stocked and so comfortable. Clark is wonderful and so accommodating. You will be so glad you did it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Clark Blanchard

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Having spent our entire lives in what we consider to be the most beautiful place on earth, we were determined to create a new way to enjoy it. I've owned many houseboats through the years. Although they were useful they were somewhat inconvenient. The generator always had to be maintained and constantly refueled (and was noisy). Traditionally, they're stationary and not designed for exploration. This is why we are SO excited to introduce The Swamp Tuna. We also custom build for sale.

Why they chose this property

Convenience and comfort are now both on the move! Our solar powered houseboats are the new way to enjoy the best nature has to offer. No more noisy generator, no more living from an ice chest, no more cold baths. Many of the comforts of home... on the move! Super easy to pilot and can be rented for a family day on the lake or extended stay.

What makes this property unique

Explore on your own terms! The "Swamp Tuna" uses conventional propulsion so even a beginner can get around with ease. (yep... YOU CAN DRIVE IT AROUND!!)

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English, French
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